New holiday markets and more in Denver this weekend
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Shoppers at Cherry Creek Holiday Market. Photo: Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post via Getty Images
If you're hunting for locally made gifts this holiday season, Denver's many artisan markets have you covered.
Why it matters: Shopping at a craft market makes it easy to support area artists and small businesses — and leaves you with a purchase that feels personal.
Here are a few standouts to check out.
Holiday BAZAAR at Highland Square (11am-5pm Saturday)
- Browse jewelry, clothing, art, treats and home goods from more than 100 Colorado makers. Shoppers can also find food trucks and cocktails — plus a hot cocoa bar to build your own slurpable treat. Free with RSVP.
Holiday Makers Market (10am-4pm Saturday and Sunday)
- Hosted at MCA Denver's Holiday Theater in Highland, this two-day event features about two-dozen local artists, makers and vendors. Seasonal cocktails are also available in the theater lobby. Free with RSVP.
Winter Art Market (10am-5pm Saturday)
- Head downtown for over 30 local vendors at RedLine Contemporary Art Center, where you'll find original art, prints, pottery, jewelry, home goods, treats and more. Free with RSVP.
Denver Winter Market (3-8pm Friday, 11am-6pm Saturday, 11am-5pm Sunday)
- Don't miss the last weekend of the city's newest holiday market at Sports Castle on Broadway. The market features more than 100 local artists and makers of one-of-a-kind gifts — plus plenty of festive cocktails. Free on Friday, $5 on Saturday/Sunday.
Plus: Numerous markets are open this weekend and beyond including Christkindlmarket at the Auraria Campus, Cherry Creek Holiday Market, Mistletoe Market in the Dairy Block and the RiNo Holiday Market.
More weekend happenings
🎸 Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats — Thursday at 8pm, catch the Denver-based rockers with special guest Mavis Staples at Mission Ballroom for a special 10th anniversary album release show. Tickets start at $94.
⛸️ McGregor Skate White-out Night — Thursday at 6pm, don your white gear for 50% off skate rentals at McGregor Square's winter rink.
👹 Krampus: A Christmas Haunted House — This creepy holiday mash-up runs Friday-Sunday at 13th Floor Haunted House with immersive scares and seasonal twists. Tickets start at $30.
🎶 A Colorado Christmas — Enjoy a festive concert Friday-Sunday with the Colorado Symphony Chorus and Colorado Children's Chorale at the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Special guests include Santa and Mrs. Claus. Tickets start at $19.20.
🕎 Chanukah Celebration — Head to Cherry Creek on Sunday for a menorah lighting, fire juggling, crafts, lots of latkes and other tasty treats. Free with RSVP.
🎄 Governor's Mansion Holiday Tours — The historic residence is decked out for the holidays and open for guided tours Friday and Saturday. Walk-ins are welcome. Free.
😂 Derrick Stroup — The stand-up comedian — seen on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" and a Denver resident for 10 years — brings his high-energy humor to Comedy Works downtown Thursday-Sunday. Tickets start at $12.50.
🎤 Taylor Fest — Swifties are invited to the Bluebird Theatre Saturday night for a dance party to the popstar's hits. Tickets are $36.86.
🥃 Whisky Wenches: A Holiday Cookie Experience — Cocktails and cookies are calling this Saturday for a special flavor-pairing experience made possible by local bakeries at Spirit Hound Distillers' Denver tasting room. Tickets are $30.