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8 Christmas Light Displays In Colorado That Are Pure Magic

One of the most beloved holiday traditions is loading up friends and family in the car and driving around looking for the best Christmas light displays in Colorado. In order to help you make the most of the season, we’ve compiled a list of some of the very best Christmas lights in CO that will surely impress visitors of all ages. Ready to start exploring? Let’s go!

1. Electric Safari
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Facebook
Southern Colorado's favorite light display is that of the Electric Safari, which is located at the beautiful Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and features more than 85 light sculptures that span across a massive 50 acres. Curious to learn more about one of the best Christmas light displays in Colorado? Be sure to check out the linked event page.
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906, USA
2. Zoo Lights
Denver Zoo Facebook
Cheyenne Mountain isn't the only area zoo to celebrate the season... in fact, the Denver Zoo Lights not only includes 70 acres worth of dazzling colors, but Santa visits, live entertainment, and other fun surprises. For more information, check out the Denver Zoo Lights website.
2300 Steele St, Denver, CO 80205, USA
3. RockinChristmas (Castle Rock)
RockinChristmas Facebook
Believe it or not, RockinChristmas isn't sponsored by a city or business; it is put on by the Christmas-loving residents in Castle Rock. Stay up-to-date on the latest RockinChristmas information by checking out the official event page. Wondering where to see Christmas lights in CO? Found 'em!
Castle Rock, CO, USA
4. A Hudson Christmas
The Hudson Gardens & Event Center Facebook
Located at the gorgeous Hudson Gardens & Events Center, A Hudson Christmas showcases "thousands of twinkling lights in majestic trees, visits with Santa, and memories for the whole family." Learn more about this magical holiday event by visiting these CO Christmas lights online.
6115 S Santa Fe Dr, Littleton, CO 80120, USA
5. Winter Wonderland (Grand Junction)
Visit Grand Junction Facebook
If you thought the Western Slope was beautiful before, wait until you see it lit up with thousands of lights. (This display is located on 26 Rd. near I-70.) Visiting Grand Junction during Christmas time is special - come see why!
Grand Junction, CO, USA
6. Garden of Lights
Gardens on Spring Creek Facebook
If you are in or around Fort Collins, be sure to stop by the Gardens on Spring Creek's dreamy Garden of Light, which is considered to be one of the best holiday traditions in Colorado. We can see why!
2145 Centre Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USA
7. Blossoms of Light
Denver Botanic Gardens Facebook
One of the best Christmas light displays in Colorado is the Denver Botanic Gardens' Blossoms of Light (which is made even better while sipping on their decadent hot chocolate and munching on brown sugar glazed almonds).
1007 York St, Denver, CO 80206, USA
8. Yuletide Lights Driving Tour
Estes Park, CO Facebook
Last but certainly not least on our list of some of the best Christmas light displays in Colorado is the Yuletide Lights Driving Tour. This Estes tradition is comprised of numerous homes and businesses, so be sure to drive around to see it all! Learn more about what makes this drive-thru Christmas lights display in CO so special.
Estes Park, CO 80517, USA

Do you agree that these are some of the best Christmas light displays in Colorado? Which of your favorite attractions missed the list? Let us know in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you! For more seasonal fun, be sure to bundle up and check out this list of some of the best winter hiking trails in Colorado.

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November 12, 2021
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