The Reveal: December  –  January 2025

Our five highlights from this season’s calendar of events.

Holiday Teas
Dec. 1–Dec. 29
Hotel Boulderado’s Tea service is offered seasonally to guests set on the historic Mezzanine overlooking the hotel lobby. With beautiful views of the hotel’s famous renovated stained glass canopy ceiling and irresistible menus, the tea service at Hotel Boulderado will quickly become an annual tradition for you and your loved ones. The Holiday Teas feature pastries and desserts, a savory buffet with sandwiches and more, plus teas, specialty cocktails, and wine. boulderado.com.

Queer Winter Market
Dec. 6–Dec. 7
Make the Yuletide Gay with local queer gifts for everyone. Sip on complimentary cocoa and browse unique crafts to delight your friends and family. Free and open to the public. rmequality.org. 

St. Nick on the Bricks
Dec. 7, Dec. 14 & Dec. 21
Kids of all ages can visit with Santa for free at the Downtown Boulder Visitor Information Center on the 1300 Block of the Pearl Street Mall. Bring your list and a camera to capture priceless holiday memories. boulderdowntown.com.

Freezie Fest
Dec. 14
A celebration of winter and all things snowmen! This snowman extravaganza includes free train rides (weather permitting), visits with Santa and reindeer games (crafts and other activities) for all. downtownboulder.org.

The Adventures of Pinocchio

Dec. 14 & Dec. 15

Join us for a spellbinding rendition of Jonathan Dove’s “The Adventures of Pinocchio,” featuring an ensemble orchestra conducted by the talented Mario Barbosa. This one-hour opera is perfectly crafted for family enjoyment, bringing the timeless story of the wooden puppet with dreams of becoming a real boy to life. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey into a world of adventure and wonder. boulderoperacompany.com.