I may be a tad biased but I happen to think there is no better place to be during the holidays (or year round) than the Centennial State! As a Colorado native myself, I happen to have a few reasons for thinking this and have 14 more reasons why I'll always come home for the holidays:
During the most magical time of year, main streets across the state are all aglow in beautiful Christmas lights, creating traditions we look forward to all year. While all of these main streets are enchanting, there is one that stands out for going above and beyond, and it's easy to see why. Salida, Colorado shimmers with stunning lights and festive cheer during the holiday season, and it's full of non-stop fun. Gather the whole family and explore the best main street at Christmas in Colorado. You'll agree that there's nothing more magical than Christmas in Salida!
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Salida is a Colorado go-to for outdoor fun, shopping, art, and culture all year long, but come Christmastime, it is a go-to for ...
The town of Salida with mountains in the background
... it's dazzling main street!
Featuring lights galore, parades, and more, Salida is a true Christmastime treasure that you will want to share with your family.
In fact, Salida may be one of our favorite Christmas towns in Colorado. While all of Salida at Christmastime is memorable, our favorite part of all has to be their one-of-a-kind Christmas mountain, which features an iconic 750-foot-tall "tree" with 5,000 glistening LED lights and photo opportunities you will not find anywhere else.
Like we said ... there's truly nothing like Salida, Colorado during the holidays. It'll put even Scrooge himself into the holiday spirit.
This year's Christmas Mountain Lighting & Parade Of Lights takes place the day after Thanksgiving starting at 6 p.m. The tree will remain lit each night until January 5, 2025. Visitors can enjoy not only the lighting of Christmas Mountain, but also a spirited parade, cookies and hot chocolate, and extended store hours at the businesses lining the street.
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Salida is definitely one of the most magical Christmas towns in Colorado. Come and soak up the holiday spirit!
For more information on Christmas in Salida, Colorado, and the Christmas Mountain Lighting, please visit the Salida Chamber of Commerce website.
Have you ever spent Christmas in Salida, Colorado? What are your favorite places to visit at Christmas in Colorado? Let us know! We'd love to hear from you.
Make your Christmas all the more magic by checking out this magical road trip that will take you to some of the very best Christmas lights in Colorado. Just make sure you don't forget the delicious road trip snacks!
If you find yourself saying, "I wish I knew where to watch fireworks near me this July 4th!" then we have the perfect list here for you! Celebrating Independence Day is a fun and important American tradition, and fireworks are a big part of that for most of us. Here, we've put together a list of some of the very best fireworks displays in Colorado for this holiday weekend, and no matter which one you choose, you're sure to be quite pleased. Have a great time celebrating America this year, and happy July 4th to you!
Arvada's Fireworks Display is well-known around the region for being one of the best in Denver metro. This display has been happening since 1979 and will start around 9pm.
2. Aurora 4th of July Spectacular
Aurora's July 4th celebration includes food trucks, live music, and a big fireworks show that starts at 9:30 and lasts about 30 minutes.
The celebration in Brighton includes food vendors, music, and fun, family-focused activities, and an impressive fireworks display at dusk.
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4. The Great American Picnic - Broomfield
Your whole family will love The Great American Picnic in Broomfield. Bounce on inflatables, eat food from local food vendors, and grownups can sip beer in the 21+ beer garden. Watch the Bike Parade and enjoy the big fireworks show at 9:30pm.
Dick's Sporting Goods Park and the Colorado Rapids offer the largest fireworks display in the state every year. Fireworks start after the Rapids play Kansas City and will begin around 9:30pm.
6. Colorado Rockies Post-Game Fireworks - Denver
Another big fireworks display on July 4th in the Denver metro area is the one that happens after the Rockies game at Coors Field. This year the Rockies play the Milwaukee Brewers and fireworks will commence when the game ends.
7. Englewood 4th of July Independence Day Celebration
Enjoy local vendors, food trucks, and fun times with your neighbors at the Englewood 4th of July Independence Day Celebration! Fireworks start around 9:15pm.
8. Estes Park 4th of July Celebration
Fireworks are especially beautiful over Lake Estes! Check out music, food, local craft beer, and more before things start to explode in the sky!
The Fort Collins July 4th Celebration includes a golf tournament, a 5K, a parade, baseball games, and live music. Fireworks begin at 9:15pm.
10. Independence Day Fireworks - Grand Lake
Grand Lake is known for being one of the very best fireworks displays in our mountains! Before fireworks, which start around 10pm over Colorado's largest natural lake, you can check out a variety of festivities around town and on the lake during the day, too.
Everyone loves the Highlands Ranch Family Pet & Bike Parade and the Community Parade on the morning of July 4th. After that, go home and relax and rest up to prepare for the town's big fireworks display at 9:30 pm at Highland Heritage Regional Park.
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12. July 4th Festival - Loveland
The City of Loveland goes all out for its July 4th celebration! Check out the bike parade, the Kids' Zone Play Area, live music, a cornhole tournament, beer gardens, and fireworks over the course of a very exciting day.
13. Westminster 4th of July Celebration
Westminster has one of the best July 4th fireworks displays in the north metro area. Enjoy food, activities, beer, live music, and fireworks at 9:15pm.
Colorado is full of fun activities on July 4th! No matter where you live, you're sure to find festivities and fireworks within easy driving distance. Get out there and have a blast - no pun intended - with your friends and family and make some memories that will last for many years to come! Have a great holiday, everyone!
Taking a road trip to see fireworks in Colorado? Don't forget to pack some snacks!
