Holiday on The Block

with Dairy Block, Union Station, and McGregor Square

Make your holiday season magical with a trip to Downtown Denver, where three vibrant destinations await to fill your days with cheer.

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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Festive Events

Mistletoe Market

12pm - 5pm Nov. 30 - Dec. 1 | Dec. 7 - 8 | Dec. 14 - 15 | Dec. 21 - 22

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.

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Who-ligan Holiday Shenanigans

10:30am - 2pm Nov. 30 | Dec. 7 | Dec. 14 | Dec. 21

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!

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Live Holiday Carolers

1pm - 3pm Dec. 1 | Dec. 8 | Dec. 15 | Dec. 22

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!

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How The Mean One Stole Poka Lola

Poka Lola Social Club | Thursday, December 5

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!

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A Festive Bubbles Tasting Experience

Blanchard Family Wines | Sunday, December 8

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.

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Holiday Cocktail Class at Poka Lola

Poka Lola Social Club | Sunday, December 15

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.

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Can’t-Miss Events

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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