9 Christmas Light Displays In Colorado That Are Pure Holiday Magic
By Christy Articola|Published November 15, 2023
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Christy Articola has lived in Colorado since 2013 and considers herself a Centennial State enthusiast and expert through and through. She's based in Denver metro, but over the past decade, she has traveled to every corner, river, village, park, town, and city in the state and continues to explore it deeper and further whenever she can. Christy simply can't get enough of Colorado, and loves sharing all her adventures with you through Only In Your State! She graduated with a degree in journalism from Fordham University and is thrilled to be working as a full time travel writer for this and other sites - she finally found her perfect niche - and is so grateful for that.
If you love Christmas, then you probably love Christmas decorations. And, if you love Christmas decorations, then you certainly love Christmas lights! Christmas is coming and that means light displays will start popping up all over. If you find yourself asking, “Where are there Christmas lights near me?” and are looking for a list of the best Christmas light displays in Colorado, then you found it right here. Now, make plans to hit them all!
1. Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens
Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York St, Denver, CO 80206, USA
There are lots of amazing holiday lights displays in Colorado, but Blossoms of Light at Denver Botanic Gardens is my personal favorite. It's all so beautiful! You'll want to make a visit here an annual tradition. These are some of the best Christmas lights in Denver!
Denver Zoo's Zoo Lights gives visitors to check out the zoo after dark! You'll love the animal-focused displays here. This display is another option for seeing the best Christmas lights in Denver!
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3. Luminova at Elitch Gardens
Elitch Gardens, 2000 Elitch Cir, Denver, CO 80204, USA
If you want to go on some rides while you enjoy the holiday lights, there's no better place to do that than Elitch Gardens. If you're looking for Christmas lights in Denver, you'll love the lights at Elitches!
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4. The Extravaganza of Lights at Hudson Gardens
The Hudson Gardens & Event Center, 6115 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120, USA
Hudson Gardens offers a lovely walk-through light display that rivals all others. This is yet another example of some of the best Christmas lights in Denver metro!
There's nothing quite like seeing the Denver City and County Building lit up for the holidays. Every year it seems to be even more beautiful. These Christmas lights in Denver are not to be missed!
Boulder lights up the holidays with its Light Up the Holidays display. The Switch on the Holidays event in late November every year is a fun way to celebrate Boulder. This is the best way to see Christmas lights in Boulder!
Like Denver Zoo, Pueblo Zoo also does a holiday lights display that's fun and exciting and centered around animals. These Christmas lights in Pueblo are not to be missed!
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9. Winter on the Mountain at Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park
Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, 51000 Two Rivers Plaza Road, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601, USA
If you're on the western side of the state, head over to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park for a very unique holiday lights display that you can experience both above and below ground. You'll love these Christmas lights in Glenwood Springs!
These holiday light displays are sure to get you into the spirit of the season! Don’t miss any of these Christmas lights displays in Colorado. If you start early enough, you’ll have time for them all.
Make sure you’re dressed properly for all these outdoor adventures! Our winter packing list will help you make sure you’re covered.
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