Western Wonderland
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Western Wonderland is the start of a brand-new holiday tradition at the National Western Center in Denver! Running from November 28 to December 27, 2026.
At the heart of the event is the Winter Village, a vibrant market where you can browse unique goods from local Colorado makers, artists, and independent businesses. Enjoy the festive atmosphere with holiday food & beverage, crackling fire pits, and horse drawn carriage rides across the Main Campus Plaza.
The season kicks off with a water tower lighting on Small Business Saturday, November 28. Throughout the month, enjoy warm treats from local food trucks and trailers, visit Santa in his workshop, and catch festive holiday performances. We will even host a Last-Minute Market from December 21-23 to help you finish your shopping list under the lights. Bring your gift list and let the holiday magic begin!
HOURS:
•Thu-Fri: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
•Sat: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
•Sun: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
•Dec 21-23 (Mon-Wed): 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.
🎄DATES & HIGHLIGHTS
•Nov. 28 Kick Off: Water Tower Lighting Ceremony
•Thursdays – Sundays: Open weekly through Dec 20
•Last-Minute Market: Dec 21 – Dec 23 (For those final gift runs!)
•Santa Send-Off: Dec 26 – Dec 27
•Closed: Dec 24 & Dec 25 (Christmas Eve & Christmas Day)
WHAT TO EXPECT:
🛍️Winter Village Shopping
🔥Cozy Fire Pits & Campfire Glow
🎅Family-Friendly Fun
🐴Festive Horse-drawn Carriage Rides
✨Holiday Lights & Photo Ops
At the heart of the event is the Winter Village, a vibrant market where you can browse unique goods from local Colorado makers, artists, and independent businesses. Enjoy the festive atmosphere with holiday food & beverage, crackling fire pits, and horse drawn carriage rides across the Main Campus Plaza.
The season kicks off with a water tower lighting on Small Business Saturday, November 28. Throughout the month, enjoy warm treats from local food trucks and trailers, visit Santa in his workshop, and catch festive holiday performances. We will even host a Last-Minute Market from December 21-23 to help you finish your shopping list under the lights. Bring your gift list and let the holiday magic begin!
HOURS:
•Thu-Fri: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
•Sat: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
•Sun: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
•Dec 21-23 (Mon-Wed): 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.
🎄DATES & HIGHLIGHTS
•Nov. 28 Kick Off: Water Tower Lighting Ceremony
•Thursdays – Sundays: Open weekly through Dec 20
•Last-Minute Market: Dec 21 – Dec 23 (For those final gift runs!)
•Santa Send-Off: Dec 26 – Dec 27
•Closed: Dec 24 & Dec 25 (Christmas Eve & Christmas Day)
WHAT TO EXPECT:
🛍️Winter Village Shopping
🔥Cozy Fire Pits & Campfire Glow
🎅Family-Friendly Fun
🐴Festive Horse-drawn Carriage Rides
✨Holiday Lights & Photo Ops
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Where is it happening?
4850 National Western Drive, Denver, CO 80216, United States
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