CHRISTMAS SEASON

The turkey’s barely been shoved into the leftovers container, and yet, Mariah Carey is already drifting through the air like clockwork . Ready or not, the holiday season has officially arrived. Luckily, now is the proper time to break out the lights and decorations (as all reasonable people agree, never before Thanksgiving).

There’s a ton of holiday cheer popping up around the Foothills this week—markets, holiday walks, Winterfests, and more. Check out the weekly roundup below, and here are a few ongoing festivities around town to help you slide fully into the season:

Foothills Art Center Holiday Art Market
Foothills Art Center’s 50th Annual Holiday Art Market is now open through December 29th, featuring handmade work from more than 80 Colorado artists—from ceramics and jewelry to woodworking and festive creations. It’s free to attend, full of holiday activities, and the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts while supporting local makers

Miracle at the Eddy: Christmas Cocktail Pop Up Bar
Miracle is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar taking over The Eddy’s Taproom, decked out with over-the-top holiday décor and a menu of festive, specialty cocktails. Running Nov 25–Dec 28, it delivers all the nostalgic, high-energy fun of a classic holiday party—enough to get even the grinchiest visitor in the spirit.

Stocking Stuffers Holiday Comedy
From the creators of The Great American Trailer Park Musical comes a brand-new, adults-only holiday comedy—an irreverent, heart-filled musical that’s the perfect antidote to overly sweet seasonal fare. Running through Dec 28th, it’s packed with big laughs, sharp humor, and songs you’ll be humming long after the curtain falls.

THANKSGIVING DISH

Appreciate everyone who jumped into last week’s Thanksgiving poll. The final tally reads like a love letter to the classics: stuffing came out on top, with turkey just behind and mashed potatoes rounding out the top three.
Meanwhile, green bean casserole earned exactly one vote… so either someone out there is fiercely loyal, or they clicked the wrong button.

Hope everyone had enough Thanksgiving food to last them until next year.

THE BRIEFING

Sunrise 7:05 AM
Sunset 4:37 PM
Snow Report: 70% of normal and 📈 

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TUESDAY

Green Mountain Brewery, Lakewood- Weekly Run Club, 6pm. Run, then beers

WEDNESDAY

Beck Venture Denter, Golden- Startup Forum: Founder F*ckups, 3:30-7pm. Learn from other’s mistakes

Bella Colibri, Golden- Southern Italian Wine Dinner. Exquisite Night

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Sunset campfires, w/ caramelized beers and s’mores, 5-8pm. Swing by

Bentgate Mountaineering, Golden- Movie Night: In the Shadow of the Diable, 6-8pm. Get inspired

Miners Saloon, Golden- Live music Wednesdays, 6-9pm.

THURSDAY

Ovation West, Evergreen- A Winter’s Eve w/ David Arkenstone, 4-6:30pm. Tix

Golden Community Center, Golden- Holiday Cookie Decorating Party, 4-5pm. Family fun

Runner’s Roost, Golden- Weekly Run Club, meet at 6pm

BP Run Co, Wheat Ridge- Weekly run club, starting at 6pm. Lace ‘em up

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- Cheese Night with Cheese Ranch, 5-10pm.

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Music by the Mesa: Moonstone Quill, 6-9pm. String band

School House Kitchen, Arvada- Whiskey Wonderland Ugly Sweater Party, 7-10pm. Dress to impress

The Woodcellar, Evergreen- Amlighty Open Mic Night, 7-11pm. Show off

FRIDAY

Downtown Evergreen- 33rd Annual Holiday Walk, 5-9pm. Celebrate

Mountain Home, Evergreen- Kris Kringle Market, 5-9pm. Bundle up

Cheese Ranch Artisan Deli, Golden- Fondue Friday, 5pm. Yummy

Downtown Golden- Olde Golden Candlelight Walk, 6:30pm. Holiday Spirit

Peak Arts Village, Conifer- Kris Kindle Market (3 nights). Celebrate the season

Golden Outpost, Golden- Golden Young Professionals Holiday party, 6pm. RSVP

Aspen Peak Cellars, Bailey- Friday Holiday Wine Club Dinner, 6:30pm. More deets

Snowpack Taproom, Conifer- “Sno-Ciety” Film showing, 6:30pm. Grab your spot

SATURDAY

Jeffco Fairgrounds, Golden- Wild West Cyclocross, 7am-4pm. Racin’

Golden High School- Holiday Bazaar, 10am-3pm. Holiday Shopping

Center for the Arts, Evergreen- Winterfest 2025, 10am-4pm. Gift market

Downtown Georgetown- 65th Annual Georgetown Christmas Market, 10am-5pm. Charming

Olde Town, Arvada- Holiday Pop Up Market, 11am-3pm. Bustling market

The Golden Outpost, Golden- Grandma’s Last Hayride: A Holiday Murder Mystery Experience. Adults only performance

Calvary Episcopal Church, Golden- Golden Concert Choir: 2025 Christmas Concert, 4-6pm. Festive

The Golden Mill, Golden- Jingle, Mingle, & Give: A Festive Sweater & Toy Drive Party, 6-9pm. Have some fun

The Woodcellar, Evergreen- Ghost Town Drifters, 8pm. Modern Bluegrass

SUNDAY

Golden Outpost, Golden- Golden Elf Academy, 9am-10:30am. Become official

New Terrain Brewing, Golden- Annual Holiday market, 11am-5pm. Support Local

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- 7th Annual Holiday Market, 12-5pm. Artisan Goods

Little Bear Saloon, Evergreen- Jax Jordening in concert, 1:30pm. Authentic country

Conifer Community Church, Conifer- Conifer Chorale Fall Concert & Holiday Party, 2:30-4pm.

Buffalo Rose, Golden- Colorado Blue’s Society Send Off Party, 2-5pm. Info

Mountain Toad Brewing, Golden- Board Game Night, 5pm-close. Have fun

MONDAY

Golden Game Guild, Golden- Teach Me to Play Mondays, 6-9pm. Learn new games

New Terrain Brewing Co, Golden- Yoga on Tap 🧘 Yoga from 6-7pm, beers anytime. Get your ticket

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