Denver Holiday Shopping
It’s that time of year again! Denver makes it easy to get all of your holiday shopping done, thanks to upscale, name-brand stores, unique boutiques and expansive holiday-themed retail events. Check out all the holiday hot spots below.
HOLIDAY SHOPPING & DEALS
It's that time of year again! Denver makes it easy to get all of your holiday shopping done, and enjoy holiday discounts from Denver's finest stores, attractions and restaurants.
Cherry Creek North, Denver's premier holiday destination has everything you need to help you glide through the holidays in style! The "New North" is home to hundreds of galleries, boutiques, restaurants and spas.
Cherry Creek Shopping Center is the region's most popular shopping destination with more than 160 stores and restaurants. Throughout the holidays, enjoy special events and photo opportunities with Santa Claus!
Enjoy the magic of Winter in the City, as Downtown Denver comes alive with unforgettable activity. With over 450 unique shops and more than 300 restaurants, Downtown Denver is the perfect place to spend your holiday season.
Go beyond the ordinary when searching for gifts in Denver and explore the Mile High City’s museum gift stores, where you'll find everything from art to educational toys.
HOLIDAY SHOPPING EVENTS
CHERRY CREEK SHOPPING CENTER www.shopcherrycreek.com Cherry Creek is the region’s most popular shopping destination with more than 160 stores and restaurants, including Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Macy’s and 40 others unique to the region. Inspired by the magic of winter, The Ice Palace returns to Cherry Creek Shopping Center during the holiday season. This one-of-a-kind experience includes a magical snow and light show inside a soaring 30’ dome encircled with a series of arches and snow globes that this year feature the beloved prehistoric herd from the family film
Ice Age: Continental Drift. Throughout the holidays, enjoy special events and photo opportunities with Santa Claus. Pick up a complimentary Passport to Shopping at Guest Services, offering incredible discounts. Call or visit our website for more details on the holiday magic at Cherry Creek.
Holiday Events at Cherry Creek Shopping Center include: I
ce Palace Experience November 8-December 24
The one-of-a-kind Ice Palace experience returns to Cherry Creek Shopping Center this holiday season, featuring a magical snow and light show inside a soaring 30’ dome. New this year, the Ice Palace and the encircling series of arches and snow globes with include the beloved prehistoric herd from the family film
ICE AGE: CONTINENTAL DRIFT debuting December 11 on DVD and BLU_RAY™. The high-seas adventure with then culminate with a visit with Santa and a special Ice Age gift.
Photos with Santa Claus November 8-December 24
Santa will be available for visits during al center hours this holiday season at Cherry Creek. There will also be a wide range of photo packages available that include digital photos on CD and/or a free photo book offer and more from our photo partner, Snapfish, as well as special packages that include a copy of the family film
ICE AGE: CONTINENTAL DRIFT on DVD and BLU-RAY™.
Tree Lighting Ceremony November 23, 5:30 p.m.
Cherry Creek Shopping Center’s 23rd Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony is a holiday tradition for many Denver families. Join us for warm apple cider, kettle corn, entertainment by the Original Dickens Carolers and a celebration of the holiday season. And this year, special guest, Rocky the mascot and members from the Denver Nuggets Dancers will be in attendance to help Santa Claus in the count-down to light the tree.
Sign Language Santa December 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cherry Creek Shopping Center is proud to continue the tradition of providing deaf and hard-of-hearing children with a very special visit with Sign Language Santa. Cherry Creek provides transportation for children from area schools around the metro area for this special holiday experience. And, this year participating children will be able to see and “hear” a preview of the family film ICE AGE: CONTINENTAL DRIFT through first time ever, on-screen signing interpretation via new picture-in-picture technology from Fox Home Entertainment.
Santa Claws & Paws featuring Special Guest, Bernie the Mascot Sunday, December 9, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
All creatures great and small are invited to get their photo taken with Santa. And this year, Cherry Creek has teamed up with the Colorado Avalanche for a special visit from Bernie, their loveable Saint Bernard mascot. Bring Spot and Whiskers and don’t miss this annual treasured event for pet lovers alike.
PARK MEADOWS www.parkmeadows.com 303-792-5384
Experience holiday magic in true Colorado style at “Colorado’s Only Retail Resort.” Park Meadows is the perfect destination for holiday cheer- make memories with a visit to Santa in his charming Alpine Village, enjoy live entertainment and caroling and warm up by our blazing fireplaces with a cup of hot cocoa. Enjoy premier shopping and delectable dining with 185 of your favorite stores and restaurants including American Girl, LEGO, Disney, Nordstrom, Madewell, Apple, White Chocolate Grill and many more. With so many choices you are bound to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Pick up your complimentary Holiday Gift Guide at Guest Services and take advantage of our free gift wrapping station on select Saturdays throughout the holiday season.
Mark your calendars with exclusive free events for the family including:
Nov. 10 : Milk & Cookies for Santa’s Arrival
Nov. 17 : Caring Claus
Nov. 23 : Black Friday Pancakes & Prizes
Dec. 1 & 2 : Elf Academy
OUTLETS AT CASTLE ROCK www.outletsatcastlerock.com 303-688-4495
Outlets at Castle Rock offers 100 designer stores including Coach, Tommy Hilfiger and White House Black Market. New stores coming in November 2012: Michael Kors, Jos. A. Bank and Aldo. Holidays at the center are a winter wonderland with the largest live Christmas Tree in the region and Santa in his Swiss Chalet house. Mention this ad at guest services and receive a complimentary VIP Savings Card.
Don't miss: The Outlets at Castle Rock annual Tree Lighting on Nov. 10. Denise Plante with KOSI-101 will emcee the event and entertainment will provided by local band Opie Gone Bad.
Santa Arrives at the center on Tuesday, November 20 at 11 am. Bring your kids and get your favorite photos with Santa in his Swiss Chalet house.
Moonlight Madness starts at 9 pm Thanksgiving night (November 22) and the center is open until 9 pm Black Friday. Deals galore at your favorite designer stores for a full 24 hours.
Last Chance Sale - December 21-24.
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KEA www.ikea.com/us/en/store/centennial 303-768-9164
Enjoy a fun day out with the whole family at the “Swedest” spot in the Mile High city! IKEA Centennial will help you celebrate the holidays in comfort and style at an affordable price. Plus, we deliver! If you can’t decide what to get for family and friends, let them choose for themselves with the IKEA gift card. Available at the Check-outs in any amount from $5 - $500. The world's leading home furnishings company, Swedish-born IKEA offers a free supervised children’s play area, a 550-seat restaurant and is minutes from Light Rail.
Events include: Julbord Friday, December 7m 5 p.m to 7 p.m. in the IKEA Restaurant
Cost: $9.99 adults, $2.49 kids 12 and under
Enjoy a traditional Swedish all-you-can-eat holiday smorgasbord complete with entertainment and fabulous giveaways! Tickets can be purchased from the IKEA Restaurant, Bistro, or Swedish Food Market. There’s only a limited number of tickets available, so it’s first come, first served.
Holiday Decorating Seminar Tuesday, Nov. 20, 10:30 to 11am and 2 to 2:30 p.m. in the IKEA Restaurant
Cost: FREE
This is the season for family, friends – and a to-do list that never seems to end. Here, you’ll find everything you need to make your winter holidays bright, from decorations and lighting to festive tableware and gift-wrapping. We’ll help you make your list a little shorter so you can spend a little more time with the people who matter most. You’ll get a free goodie bag and a gift card to get you started.
Below is a list of dates for both “Eat For Free” events and “Kids Eat Free” days in the IKEA Restaurant.
Eat For Free November 10-12, 23-26, December 8-9, 25-31, January 1-2
We will deduct the amount of your restaurant purchase from your home furnishings purchase over $100. Head to the restaurant first to get fueled up for your shopping trip. Tell the cashier that you want to Eat For Free and they’ll take it from there.
Kids Eat Free October 15-19, November 21-23, December 26-31, January 1-4
Children 12 and under get a free entrée valued at $2.49 with each paying adult every Tuesday and these additional days: