Just steps apart, Dairy Block, McGregor Square, and Union Station are brimming with festive activities that make for the perfect holiday outing. Whether you’re seeking dazzling lights, cozy drinks, or fun for the whole family, LoDo is your ultimate holiday playground.
Dairy Block brings whimsical fun with cocoa dates featuring Cindy Lou and The Mean One, carolers filling the air with festive tunes, and plenty of surprises to spark your holiday joy. Explore local shops, indulge in delicious treats, and make Dairy Block part of your seasonal traditions.
Over at Union Station, the Grand Illumination is a can’t-miss spectacle, lighting up the historic landmark with dazzling colors and festive charm. The sparkling displays are perfect for capturing holiday memories, and the ongoing lights make every night feel like a celebration.
McGregor Square is a winter wonderland this season, offering ice skating under the twinkling lights, festive cocktails to warm your spirits, and even special visits with Santa himself. It’s the ideal spot to soak up the holiday magic with friends and family. Check out their schedule to plan your visit and ensure you don’t miss a moment of the action.
Plan your holiday adventure today and experience the best of Dashing Thru LoDo!
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Celebrate the season at the Mistletoe Market at Dairy Block! Curated by Fireside at Five, this month-long market in the heated Alley features over a dozen local businesses and artisans each weekend. Explore unique gifts, enjoy festive cocktails, warm beverages, and live holiday music, and capture memories with fun photo ops. Free to attend and running from 12–5pm on select weekends, the Mistletoe Market also includes a gift-wrapping station to make your holiday shopping even easier.
Bring the family to Dairy Block this December for Who-ligan Fun with Cindy Lou and “The Mean One”! Enjoy hot cocoa and story time with Cindy Lou at 10:30am, followed by free photos inside the immersive Crumpit Cave from 11am–2pm in The Alley (follow the signs toward Blake Street). Access is first-come, first-served, with outdoor lines, so bundle up and warm up with a festive drink once inside!
The Jingle Belles are back in the heated Alley this season, bringing classic holiday carols to life on select dates from 1pm–3pm. Grab a festive drink, soak in the cheerful tunes, and let the Belles' spirited performances fill you with holiday joy!
The Mean One could use a little social interaction and he's going behind the bar to shake up your next cocktail. Join us for some wholigan fun, and we'll see if you "hate, hate, hate. Double hate. Loathe," entirely what The Mean One makes you!
Join us as we guide you through the magic of bubbles, exploring four sparkling wines, each crafted with a different production method. From the traditional method to pét-nat, these wines offer unique flavors perfect for toasting the season. As we taste, we’ll learn the secrets behind each sparkling style and discover how fermentation, aging, and bottle pressure create that holiday pop we all love.
Our bartenders have been making this list and checking it twice for ingredients to make the best winter cocktail for Poka La La La. Join our expert bartenders to learn how to make a seasonal selection of festive drinks. Tickets are $30 per person.
This holiday season, Dairy Block is alive with festive energy, making it the ultimate destination for celebrating the magic of the season in LoDo, Denver. From unique shopping experiences to holiday-themed fun for the whole family, every corner of Dairy Block is brimming with cheer.
Kick off the festivities at our Mistletoe Market starting November 30, where you can browse one-of-a-kind pop-up vendors, sip hot cocoa, and enjoy the joyful sounds of live holiday carolers. Don’t forget to join us for our Who-ligan Holiday Shenanigans, featuring story time, photo ops, and sweet treats like hot cocoa topped with green whipped cream from Huckleberry Roasters, alongside Cindy Lou Who and “The Mean One”.
With pop-up events, tastings, and surprises always being added, there’s never a dull moment at Dairy Block this December. Stay in the loop with our Dairy Block Event Calendar to make sure you don’t miss a single magical moment. Celebrate the season with us and make Dairy Block your holiday headquarters!
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As the holiday season lights up, Dairy Block transforms into Denver’s most festive shopping oasis, brimming with unique, local gifts and cheer-filled activities. From curated boutiques to artisan pop-ups, we’re showcasing one-of-a-kind treasures perfect for everyone on your list. It’s not too late to start your holiday shopping with Dairy Block’s exclusive Gift Guide.
Inside, you’ll find highlights like handmade jewelry, specialty goods, and limited-edition treats from our shops. Take a look and discover gifts that feel as unique as the people you’re shopping for—check it out at the link below.
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Did you know Huck is now a Bike Streets Destination? 🚲
Pedal on over to @HuckleberryRoasters for good coffee, good vibes, and maybe even a dog in a bow? We`ll keep our eye out for @HashbrownTheMiniDox! Flash your Bike Streets passport stamp, and enjoy 10% off your order because nothing pairs better with a bike ride than Huck’s tasty beans.
📸: Hashbrown and @GraceDrinksCoffee
🎤 Meet our next Artist on the Rise: Wrenn Van Band (@WrennVanSinger)!
Taking the stage this Saturday, July 5 at Dairy Block Alley, Wrenn Van Band is led by powerhouse vocalist Wrenn Van, a genre-blending artist whose soulful sound moves effortlessly between R&B, funk, pop, soul, and rock. After seven years of captivating Colorado’s Front Range, Wrenn now splits her time between Lafayette and Nashville, bringing a dynamite band of Colorado’s top musicians to the Seven Grand Concert Bar at Dairy Block.
Whether you’ve seen her at The Fox Theatre or caught her music in films like Tri Me: The Siri Lindley Story, Wrenn’s signature vocals and electric stage presence are impossible to forget. Fresh from her recent slot at the 2025 Bluebird Music Festival alongside Watchhouse and Tallest Man on Earth, this rising star is not to be missed!
📌 Saturday, July 5 from 7–9 PM on the @SevenGrandDenver patio | Free & open to the public. RSVP at the link in our bio!
The iconic @COWineWalk is getting a bold new pour! 🍻 Colorado Craft Fest is coming to the Alley this summer, hosted by @BlanchardWine and backed by the best in local craft. Expect unlimited tastings from top Colorado makers, a custom glass to take home, live music, bites from @CirqueKitchen, and the chance to stock up on your favorites.
📌 Sunday, July 27 | 2-5PM with VIP access at 1PM
It’s not just a tasting, it’s a full-sensory celebration of Colorado craft culture, right here in the heart of Dairy Block.
Featuring: @BlanchardWine, @BonacquistiWine, @BuckelFamilyWine, @Vinnie_Fera_Winery, @CohesionBeer, @RatioBeerworks, @WestboundAndDownBrewingCo, @BabDistilling, @TheFamilyJonesDistillery, @UncleTimsCocktails, @LawsWhiskey, & @LostFriendBrewingCo! ✨
🎟️ Tag your crew and get your tickets at the link in our bio!
Peddling into work? Make us your first stop! 🚲 We’re celebrating Bike to Work Day with @drcog_waytogo this Wednesday with a complimentary breakfast for early riders from 6–9 AM at the corner of 18th & Blake.
Swing by for complimentary:
🥐 Breakfast pastries from @LoDough_Bakery
🥪 Breakfast sandwhiches from @DenverMilkMarket
☕ Cold brew from @AmpArtisanCoffee
✨ ...and prizes!
📌 Wednesday, June 25 | 6–9 AM on the corner of Blake St and 18th St.
Amp Artisan Coffee will also be open and serving their full specialty menu!
LoDo just got a whole lot crispier! 🍗✨
@LuckyBirdCo is now open inside @DenverMilkMarket, right next to @KonjoEthiopianFood, and serving up golden-fried perfection. From stacked sandwiches and hand-breaded tenders to saucy wraps, loaded salads, and waffle fries you’ll dream about, this is flavor done right.
🔥 Sink your teeth into the Big Bird stacked with mustard slaw or fire things up with the Spicy Bird coated in gochujang butter
🥗 Craving something lighter? Go fresh with the Lucky Bird Salad or Chicken Salad Wrap
🍟 Don’t sleep on the sweet potato waffle fries (loaded or not)!
THIS Saturday, the Alley lights up! ✨ After Dark returns with a summer night market that’s equal parts art party, music set, and downtown hang. Curated by our friends at @FiresideAtFive, it’s your chance to dive into Denver’s most electric after-hours scene.
🌀 THIS Saturday, June 21 | 5–10 PM
Here’s what’s going down:
🎶 Vinyl DJ sets by @ESP.HiFi
🍸 Alley Pop-Up Bar by @PokaLolaSocialClub
✨ Projection mapping by @DSDI_, a vinyl shop collab with @RockyMountainRecordShow & disco-inspired installs from @AbstruseLike
Explore a fresh lineup of 15+ local artists, makers, and culinary creatives including: @ShopBabaCool, @BigAssMaps, @BuenaVista.Goods, @ContrariumChainstitch, @Efta.Streetwear, @FikkaChica, @Gedrd_, @HeyAlissandra, @SpellAndSage, @Doctor_Ew, @HashawPots, @Cr3am.Ink, @KPMountainMetals, @CypressApothecaryy, @TheYellowFix, and more!
📌 Can’t make it this Saturday? After Dark returns July 19 + August 16 with all-new lineups and surprises. See you in the Alley!
LoDo just got more flavorful!
@KonjoEthiopianFood has officially landed at @DenverMilkMarket, bringing Colorado’s first fast-casual Ethiopian eats to the @DairyBlock! Think tender spiced meats, vibrant vegan options, injera rolls, and comforting rice bowls that hit every note.
📍 Find them in the Denver Milk Market next to Cornicello
Created by longtime friends Fetien Gebre-Michael and Yoseph Assefa, Konjo is all about food from the heart. From injera to rice bowls, spicy stews to vegan classics, every dish is made with love, tradition, and serious flavor.
🍛 Build your plate with proteins like lamb, chicken, beef, and veggie delight
🌱 Pair with bold veggie sides like Misir (spicy red lentils), Kik (yellow split peas), Gomen with Dinich (seasoned spinach with potatoes), or Tikil Gomen (cabbage and carrots)
🥗 Add extra Injera, Rice, or Cabbage Slaw
🍳 Don’t miss Saturday & Sunday brunch (serving until 2 PM)
Let’s eat, LoDo!
We’re shining the spotlight on the rest of our incredible vendor lineup for Dairy Block After Dark! ✨
🎨 @ContrariumChainstitch – Hand-cranked embroidery with vintage flair and modern attitude
🧼 @CypressApothecaryy – Herbal alchemy, botanical blends, and plant magic for modern healing
🧢 @Efta.Streetwear – Clean, bold streetwear for freethinkers and creatives
🌵 @Fikkachica – Dreamy Western art with bold color and cowgirl energy
🏙️ @Gedrd_ – Retro-future cityscapes and bold linework with a cosmic twist
💍 @KPMountainMetals – Raw turquoise and hand-forged silver with heavy desert soul
🌙 @SpellAndSage – Mystical fiber art, floral frames, and celestial beauty
🎶 Vinyl DJ sets by @ESP.HiFi
🍸 Alley Pop-Up Bar by @PokaLolaSocialClub
✨ Projection mapping by @DSDI_, a vinyl shop collab with @RockyMountainRecordShow & disco-inspired installs from @AbstruseLike
📌 Saturday, June 21 from 5–10 PM | In the Alley for a summer night market curated by @FiresideAtFive, featuring art, music, drinks, and discovery around every corner.
Can’t make it June 21? After Dark returns on July 19 and August 16 with all-new lineups and surprises!
Want the full lineup and details? Head to dairyblock.com/events and start planning your night.
