Kids Activities in the Denver Colorado Area | Kids Out and About Denver

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Blossoms of Light® at Denver Botanic Gardens - York Street

This dazzling event transforms our winter gardens into an illuminated wonderland filled with vibrant displays, immersive installations and the warm glow of cherished memories—old and new. Wander along the mile-long path that showcases our plant collections during the winter months. Continuously evolving over the decades, Blossoms of Light inspires awe and delight in our visitors of all ages. *You must purchase a ticket online for a specific time and date to visit. Tickets will not be available at the door.*
Dates: 
12/08/2025
12/09/2025
12/10/2025
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Location: 
Denver Botanic Gardens, York Street, Denver, CO, USA
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Electric Safari

Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is the only place in Colorado where you can see a holiday-safari themed drone show, and explore 50 acres of one-of-a-kind light sculptures, twinkling light displays, and larger-than-life illuminated inflatable animals while hand-feeding a giraffe herd on the side of a mountain! Advance tickets required. Get tickets and details: cmzoo.org/electric.
Dates: 
12/08/2025
12/09/2025
12/10/2025
5pm to 7:30pm
Location: 
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906, United States
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Rosie's Discovery Winter Camps

Butterfly Pavilion camps are designed to provide memorable experiences that connect kids to nature while encouraging and fostering an appreciation for science. Spots are limited so sign your child up today for the adventure of a lifetime. Out-of-School Day Fall and Winter Camps are sold as one-day camps for children ages 5-9.
Dates: 
12/22/2025
12/23/2025
12/26/2025
9:00AM-4:00PM
Location: 
Butterfly Pavilion, 6252 W 104th Ave, Westminster, CO 80020, United States
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Vegan Holiday Market DENVER

Vegan Holiday Market DENVER! Our LAST EVENT OF 2025, everybody!! Craaaaazy. Let's close out 2025 by supporting small business during the busy holiday season—shop small food vendors, crafts, artists, home goods, skincare, and more. Live music!
Dates: 
12/13/2025
11 am - 3 pm
Location: 
Dry Clean Only, York Street, Denver, CO, USA
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Schweiger Ranch Holiday Display of Lights

Enjoy the annual display of holiday lights on the historic Austrian homestead. Schweiger Ranch participates in the Colorado tradition of displaying holiday lights through the end of the National Western Stock Show. Enjoy the lights beginning the evening of November 27th through January 25th. The lights can be viewed from the warmth and comfort of your car from the parking lot and along Havana street. If you’re up for a winter evening walk, get a closer view by using the East West Trail.
Dates: 
12/08/2025
12/09/2025
12/10/2025
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Location: 
Schweiger Ranch, South Havana Street, Parker, CO, USA
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Denver Christkindlmarket 2025

The Denver Christkindlmarket is an authentic, German-style holiday market, which is host to local and European craft and food vendors, and tons of magical entertainment for everyone to enjoy. The Denver Christkindlmarket is a must-see (and must-taste!) holiday experience. Free and open to the public.
Dates: 
12/08/2025
12/09/2025
12/10/2025
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Location: 
Auraria Campus, Tivoli Quad 1000 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80204
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The Secret World of Elephants | Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Enter “The Secret World of Elephants” to discover the remarkable science behind nature’s most lovable giants. How do elephants “hear” with their feet? What animals are their closest-living relatives? How have elephants and humans coexisted for thousands of years? Through hands-on interactions, you will feel the low-frequency rumbles elephants use to communicate, explore how they reshape their environments, and come face-to-face with some of their ancestors, including dwarf elephants. From the ancient Ice Age to the African savanna, get ready to be amazed by elephants’ incredible intelligence and fascinating history — and inspired to help protect their future. All exhibition content is bilingual in English and Spanish.
Dates: 
12/08/2025
12/09/2025
12/10/2025
9 am - 5 pm | Most Fridays 9 am - 9 pm
Location: 
Denver Museum of Nature & Science, 2001 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80205, United States
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