The holidays at Stanley aren’t about one big display. They’re about the small, warm moments: a cocoa by the fire pit, a new Santa every weekend, a shop owner helping you find a gift no one else thought of. Whatever you celebrate, and however far you are from family, there’s a seat by the fire for you.
The season kicks off on Small Business Saturday, Nov 28, and wraps with a kid-sized countdown on Dec 31. Here’s everything on the calendar.
All season long
Drop in any time this season. No tickets or plans required.
Fireside at Stanley
Our après-style hangout on the West Patio, with cozy chairs, a fire pit and holiday décor. The Casita pop-up bar from Cheluna Brewing Co. pours cocoa and holiday cocktails Fridays 4–9 PM, Saturdays 2–9 PM and Sundays 12–7 PM, through Jan 3. See the drinks
The Living Room
A cozy lounge by the fireplace, with a photo wall of our tenants’ own holiday traditions. Grab food or a drink from one of our local restaurants and make yourself at home in our home.
Holiday windows and photo spots
Wander the Marketplace to see storefronts decorated by our shops and photo-ready holiday scenes around every corner.
Stanley Bear’s Holiday Scavenger Hunt
A free, self-guided adventure for kids and families. Follow Stanley Bear’s story through 10 stops on the first and second floors, find the hidden letter at each stop and leave Stanley Bear a note.
Free gift wrapping
Self-serve stations around the building with everything you need to wrap your gifts before you head home.
Menorah display
Lit for Hanukkah starting the evening of Friday, Dec 4.
Christmas tree lot
Pick out the perfect tree from Neighborhood Christmas Tree Co., right here at Stanley. Open Nov 19 through Dec 24.
Sip & Shop
Grab a cocktail, a glass of wine, a hot cocoa or a festive mocktail from one of our restaurants and take it with you as you browse. 21+ with valid ID for alcoholic drinks.
Meet the Santas
Santa visits every Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM – 1 PM, and each weekend brings a different Santa who reflects our community. Visits are free and walk-up, and photos are included. Plan your Santa visit
Sat, Nov 28
Old St. Nick and Sensory Santa
Sun, Nov 29
Vietnamese Santa
Sat, Dec 5
Drag Santa
Sat, Dec 12
Santa en Español
Papá Noel
Sun, Dec 13
ASL Santa
Sat, Dec 19
Black Santa
Sun, Dec 20
Old St. Nick
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Small Business Saturday kickoff
Nov 28 – 29
- All day
Free tote bags
For early shoppers at participating shops, while they last.
- All day
Bear Hunt
Find the bears hidden around the Marketplace and win gift cards. Follow us on Instagram to find out when hunts start.
- All day
Stanley Bear’s Scavenger Hunt begins
- All day
Live screen printing
Stanley totes and tees at Abstract.
- 11 AM – 1 PM
Santa visits
Old St. Nick in the Common Area near the southeast entrance, and Sensory Santa at Psychology at Stanley on the second floor.
- 11 AM
Yuletide Carolers
In the Common Area
- 2 – 9 PM
Fireside and Casita Bar
Opening day on the West Patio.
- 6 – 8 PM
Denver Dolls
Colorado’s vintage vocal trio sings holiday favorites on the West Patio.
- 11 AM – 1 PM
Santa visits
Vietnamese Santa
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Bingo, karaoke and a whole lot of drag
Dec 2 – 5
- 6 PM
Holiday Plant Bingo
Fun with Ferns hosts about eight rounds of plant bingo in the Common Area. Round winners get first pick, from everyday houseplants to rare finds, and every ticket goes home with a plant. Santa-inspired attire encouraged.
- 6 – 8 PM
Kringle Karaoke
Grab the mic for Christmas classics and modern holiday hits in the Common Area. No perfect pitch required.
- 11 AM – 1 PM
Santa visits
Drag Santa
- 11 AM – 2 PM
Santa Paws
A pet adoption event at Stanley Beer Hall with Bonez 4 Budz.
- 12 – 2 PM
Denver Gay Men’s Chorus
Holiday carols
- 2 PM
Drag Storytime and Bingo
- 6 PM
OFM Holigay Drag Show
Hanukkah begins the evening of Friday, Dec 4. Visit the menorah display in the Marketplace.
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Night Market weekend
Dec 11 – 14
- 4 – 10 PM
After Hours Night Market
A little late-night shopping and a lot of local creativity. This two-day indoor holiday market brings a curated collection of Denver artists, makers and independent creative businesses throughout the Marketplace. Shop handmade jewelry, ceramics, art, prints and textiles, plus vintage finds, candles, plants, stationery and small-batch goods. It’s not your typical holiday market.
- 5 – 9 PM
S’mores on the Field
Toast s’mores on the field, then warm up at Fireside on the West Patio.
- 11 AM – 1 PM
Santa visits
Santa en Español, Papá Noel
- 12 PM
Chihera Family Band
- 4 – 10 PM
After Hours Night Market
Night two. One more evening of one-of-a-kind finds from Denver artists and makers throughout the Marketplace.
- 6 PM
Holiday Smackdown
- 6 PM
Sports Cards Trade Night
- 11 AM – 1 PM
Santa visits
ASL Santa
- All day
Last day to drop off Giving Tree gifts
Bring your gift back to the Giving Tree by the stairs at the southeast entrance.
- 6 – 9 PM
Christmas Covers: A Blackjack Riff-Off
Eight Denver bartenders. Three rounds. One holiday cocktail champion. Sample all eight signature cocktails and vote for People’s Choice at The Local Drive, presented with Blackjack Beverage. Free to attend.
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The final countdown to Christmas
Dec 16 – 24
- 6 PM
Holiday Plant Bingo
Another round of plant bingo with Fun with Ferns in the Common Area. Every ticket goes home with a plant.
- 6 – 8 PM
Kringle Karaoke
One more night of holiday sing-alongs in the Common Area.
- 5 – 9 PM
S’mores on the Field
Toast s’mores on the field, then warm up at Fireside on the West Patio.
- 11 AM – 1 PM
Santa visits
Black Santa
- 11 AM
Ye Wanton Singers
- 4 PM
Mr. and Mrs. Claus visit
- 5 – 9 PM
S’mores on the Field
Toast s’mores on the field, then warm up at Fireside on the West Patio.
- 11 AM – 1 PM
Santa visits
Old St. Nick returns for one last visit before Christmas.
- 11 AM
Carolers and sing-alongs
With Neighborhood Music.
- All day
Last day at the Christmas tree lot
Pick up a last-minute tree from Neighborhood Christmas Tree Co.
Stanley is closed on Christmas Day, Friday, Dec 25. Merry Christmas from all of us.
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Between the holidays
Dec 26
- 5 – 9 PM
S’mores on the Field
The last s’mores night of the season. Toast one on the field, then warm up at Fireside on the West Patio.
Kids’ Noon Year’s Eve
Thursday, Dec 31, 11 AM
A countdown with a DJ, party hats and a disco ball. Ring in the new year at noon, home in time for naps.
Stanley is open on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, and Fireside at Stanley stays lit through Sunday, Jan 3.
Plan your visit
Follow us on Instagram and sign up for our newsletter for the latest events, Bear Hunt clues and Santa updates. Planning a holiday party? Ask about booking a space at Stanley.
Dates and times are subject to change. Check the event calendar for the latest details.