33rd Annual Champagne Cascade

Begin your holiday celebrations experiencing the 33rd Annual Champagne Cascade in The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa's picturesque atrium lobby. This iconic event features master swordsmen using Napoleonic sabers to sever the bottlenecks of Moet & Chandon Champagne. The Champagne is then poured into the uppermost glass of a two-story high, 5,000+ glass pyramid. As the Champagne is poured, it cascades into the glasses below, creating a stunning display of bubbly liquid as it is cheered on by live holiday tunes and the crowd lining all levels of the holiday adorned-atrium.

A special guest will pour the champagne along with our General Manager, Nick Moschetti.

Make-A-Wish Foundation is our benefactor for this year's Champagne Cascade. We are touched by their mission to grant life-changing wishes for children battling critical illnesses. Granted wishes build hope and strength for children and their loved ones. Learn more about Make-A-Wish Colorado at colorado.wish.org

Doors open at 10 am. There will be a special appearance by Santa Clause at 11 am. The sabering starts at Noon.

Make a direct donation to Make-A-Wish Colorado Here.

*Proof of COVID vaccination or negative PCR COVID test 72 hours prior to event are required to attend. Refunds will not be granted if proof is not provided upon entry. Please see our Frequently Asked Questions for more information.

Atrium viewing starts from the 4th floor and will go up to the 7th floor. Tickets for the atrium celebration are $25.00 for adults and $20.00 for children 12 and under. Please use the Ellyngton's entrance on 17th Street.

VIP viewing is located on the Mezzanine level of the atrium. This exclusive viewing location includes hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine, VIP photos and the best views of the Cascade.

All tickets are non-refundable.

A: The event will take place on Sunday, November 21, 2021. The doors will open at 10 am. Santa will make a special appearance to turn on our holiday lights at 11 am. The champagne will be poured at noon.

A: No, it would take approximately 1,250 bottles of champagne to fill each of the approximate 5,000 glasses. This would take about 25 hours to complete.

A: The champagne ceremony will begin at noon. Santa will appear at 11 am to turn on the holiday lights. Doors open at 10 am.

A: No, the event is standing room only. The $175 VIP tickets on floor 2 are standing room as well. Floors 4-7 are open to the general public for $25 for adults and $20 for children 12 & under. Proceeds from ticket sales will go to the benefactor.

A: Tickets are $20 for children 12 & under, $25 for adults and $175 for VIPs. Proceeds from ticket sales will go to the benefactor.

A: Yes, proof of vaccination >2 weeks of event, or a negative PCR COVID-19 test within 72 hours, will be required to gain entry. There will be no refunds of the tickets cost if you are unable to comply, and proceeds will go to the benefactor. Security will check tickets, vaccination cards and proof of test results at the door.

A: Vaccinated individuals will not be required to wear a mask. Unvaccinated individuals should wear a mask and attempt to remain socially distance others.

A: Viewing from the 3rd floor is by invitation only.

A: Floors 4-7.

A: Make-A-Wish Foundation is our benefactor for this year's Champagne Cascade. We are touched by their mission to grant life-changing wishes for children battling critical illnesses. Learn more about Make-A-Wish Colorado at colorado.wish.org

A: Standard valet parking rates apply. Valet parking is first come, first serve with limited availability. Public transportation is highly encouraged. Street parking and public lots are also available through the city.

A: All guests with general admission tickets will need to enter the building through the 17th Street entrance. Tickets will be scanned by security prior to entering the building. No one will be permitted in the building without a ticket.

A: Pictures on the first floor in front of the cascade are only available for VIP ticket holders. General admission guests are welcome to take photos from their viewing location on floors 4-7.

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