The top holiday light displays around Denver
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Holiday lights are shining bright this season from the city to the suburbs.
Here are seven dazzling displays you won't want to miss:
The Mile High Tree: Step inside America's tallest digital tree — at 110 feet — to enjoy a spectacular, immersive art installation featuring 60,000 LED lights in the heart of Civic Center Park through Dec. 31. Free
Mile High Drone Show: Watch 400 drones light up downtown with holiday-themed animations, plus local landmarks like Denver Union Station, every night at 7pm through Dec. 31. Free
Blossoms of Light: Denver Botanic Garden's signature event, which runs through Jan. 12, transforms the York Street location into a winter wonderland. Tickets start at $27 for non-member adults — and are going fast!
Zoo Lights: More than 3 million lights, including animal-themed sculptures, are on display across the Denver Zoo through Jan. 5. Seasonal cocktails and holiday treats will also be available. Tickets start at $25 for adults.
Luminova Holidays: Head to Elitch Gardens through Dec. 31 to check out a 65-foot Christmas tree, over 4 million lights, a 25-foot snowman, a 300-foot candy tunnel, plenty of rides and Santa himself. Tickets start at $24.99.
Trail of Lights: Chatfield Farms in Littleton offers a chance to wander a nearly mile-long, light-filled path featuring singing Christmas trees, light tunnels and more through Jan. 5. Tickets are $18 for non-member adults.
Christmas in Color: Drive through acres of enchanting illuminations at Water World Park, Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre and Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, where each site will feature millions of lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music you can enjoy through your radio. Tickets start at $34.99 per vehicle.