We may be a tad biased, but we happen to think that Colorado is the best place to be during the holiday season, thanks to our gorgeous surroundings and special events galore! And when it comes to the best Christmas towns in Colorado, we believe that award goes to the gorgeous mountain town of Telluride. You'll see why simply by viewing the incredible photographs below and discovering all this pristine village has to offer. Without further ado, here's more on why Christmas in Telluride is simply magical.
No matter the time of year, Telluride is a can't-miss Colorado town that somehow manages to become even more magical during the holiday season!
There is no place like Telluride at Christmas. Aside from the snowy mountain scenery, there are many festive activities to enjoy. Just a handful of these include The Polar Express train, sleigh rides, holiday movie screenings, Santa's workshop, and a torchlight parade.
Founded in 1878, Telluride - like many communities of its time - got its start in mining (silver, to be exact). It continues to be a popular tourist destination today, thanks to ample recreational activities such as skiing, hiking, hot springs pools, great restaurants, and more.
During Christmastime, Telluride bustles with holiday spirit. In addition to offering the above-mentioned festivities, Telluride also hosts an outdoor Noel Night and Mountain Village Holiday Prelude, plus ice skating and various events hosted by local businesses and resorts.
While you're visiting, you can also do your Christmas shopping around downtown, enjoy local cuisine, and marvel at the holiday displays found throughout Telluride. You’ll be mesmerized by the thousands of sparkling Christmas lights adorning the city that add so much magic to the atmosphere.
Need we mention that Telluride is just plain stunning during these winter months? The view of the snowy San Juan Mountains from the gondola is just to die for. A Telluride Christmas is just about impossible to beat.
To learn more about Telluride and all there is to see and do at Christmas (and year-round), check out our article outlining everything about one of our favorite winter towns in Colorado.
Do you agree that Telluride is the best Christmas town in Colorado? We’d love to hear about your experiences, or tag a friend or loved one you’d like to visit Telluride with in the comments below!
For even more can't-miss Christmas towns, here's a list of our top Colorado Christmas towns! If you're planning on visiting any of them, don't forget to bundle up in your coziest winter layers.
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