Five reasons to plan your holiday getaway in one of Denver’s favorite neighborhoods
Have you heard? Cherry Creek North is one of Denver’s merriest neighborhoods for the holidays. With sparkling lights, local boutiques and cozy patios, it’s an easy pick for your seasonal home base. Here are five reasons to make it part of your 2025 holiday plans.
1) A Million Dazzling Lights
Cherry Creek North is home to 16 walkable city blocks, each lined with a canopy of more than 600 trees. Every year, the team (of elves?) at Cherry Creek North works for over two months to wrap the trees in a million twinkle lights — yes, they counted! The effect is merry and extra bright. Enjoy the glow all winter long — from Nov. 20 through early March.
2) Five Distinctive (and Festive) Hotels
Don’t shop and dash! Complete your visit to Cherry Creek North with an overnight stay at one of the neighborhood’s five distinctive hotels, each with its own festive holiday decor and events. Go ice skating on the rooftop of the Halcyon, sip Oaxacan hot cocoa at Hotel Clio or savor mulled wine as you check in at the Jacquard. Catch the in-group vibe at Clayton Hotel & Members Club or kick back with your welcome drink on the cheerily lit patio of The Moxy Cherry Creek.
3) The Cherry Creek Holiday Market
Now in its sixth year, Denver’s premier open-air holiday market has become an annual tradition for many. Bring a friend and browse a curated mix of over 40 artisanal vendors, then relax and chat over a hot beverage at a trendy pop-up bar. Don't forget to check the Cherry Creek Holiday Market’s calendar for the lineup of live music performances!
4) A Full Calendar of Festive Events
From mid-November through the new year, Cherry Creek North’s event calendar is packed with festivities. The highlight is Saturday Night Lights, a series of three street festivals featuring free hot cocoa, live performers, a DJ and an LED-lit dance floor for an all-ages winter dance party! Mark your calendar for Dec. 6, 13 or 20 from 5–8 p.m., then bundle up and start creating your collection of photo-booth mementos this year.
5) Gift Shopping at Small and Local Businesses
What makes Cherry Creek North so special year-round is its unique mix of small and local shops and restaurants. Check out the Small Business Weekend event for a list of deals and discounts from beloved local shops or just come and find your favorite — there are over 100 in the neighborhood just waiting to be discovered.
