HOLIDAY LIGHTS, BITES & DRINKS
Festive bites, holiday spirits and downtown’s brightest lights
$149
2.5 Hours
6 Tastings + 3 Drinks
4:30 -7:00 pm Daily
What’s Included:
Progressive Dinner at 4 Downtown Restaurants
3 Alcoholic Drink Pairings (Mocktails Available)
Dazzling Light Displays with Great Photo Ops
Friendly, Local Foodie Guide
Small Groups (Max of 10)
What To Expect
For a limited time only, step into a winter wonderland as downtown Denver transforms for the holiday season. Guided by your local festive host—decked out in holiday flair—this 2.5-hour evening stroll weaves through the city’s most breathtaking light displays for a full and filling festive dinner.
Beginning under the glow of the iconic Union Station Christmas tree, you’ll journey through the illuminated alleyways of the Dairy Block and marvel at the vibrant spectacle of McGregor Square. You’ll warm up at three top-tier downtown culinary destinations for a progressive feast of seasonal dishes and craft cocktails. Indulge in savory focaccia and refreshing spritzes at Tavernetta, watch ice skaters go by while enjoying signature bites and drinks in Mile Post Zero, chow down on comforting eats and craft cocktails at Poka Lola Social Club and end with a sweet holiday cookie at the Denver Milk Market.
Designed for intimate groups of 2 to 10 guests, this experience balances relaxed strolling, exceptional food, and festive holiday lights. After sampling delicious bites and discovering the stories behind Denver’s rich holiday traditions, your tour concludes in the heart of the action on the Dairy Block with plenty of personalized recommendations from your host on how to continue the holiday fun.
*Tastings are subject to change.
What You Will Taste
Housemade Focaccia
Marinated Italian Olives
Craft Italian Spritz
Holiday Cocktails
Tacos
Local Craft Beer
Fried Chicken Sandwiches w/ Ranch Fries
Holiday Cookies
FAQ’s
You’ll explore some of Denver’s most iconic downtown neighborhoods: Lower Downtown (LoDo), Mile Post Zero, the Dairy Block, and Union Station. As you walk between stops, you’ll take in beautiful, festive light displays.
This tour includes just a few blocks of light, leisurely walking spread out over 2.5 hours. The route is flat and broken into short segments between stops, and all tastings are seated indoors so you can relax and enjoy each course in comfort.
This tour includes a nice full dinner, three paired alcoholic beverages, and dessert. It’s designed to be a full, satisfying meal with plenty of variety so there’s truly something for everyone. You can see photos of all current tastings above and explore links to our partner restaurants below to get a feel for what’s included.
We can accommodate the great majority of dietary needs on this tour, including:
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Vegetarian
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Pescatarian
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No beef
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No pork
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No poultry
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No seafood
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No nuts
Just one block from the meeting place, at the Denver Milk Market – 1800 Wazee Street.
Since this tour includes multiple alcoholic drinks, we recommend taking a Lyft or Uber so you can sip and stroll safely.
If you do plan to drive, here are two solid options near Union Station:
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Metered street parking (check the app for time limits)
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The Music Garage at 1615 18th St. — just a short walk away
All tastings will take place indoors, so we run rain, snow, or shine. Be sure to dress for the weather, as there are short, easy walks between each stop.
If truly extreme conditions occur — like hail or a major snowstorm — we may cancel for safety and offer you the choice to move to another day or receive a full refund.
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