The nights have been getting colder and darker as we approach the longest night of the year. Each night in December boasts fourteen hours or more of darkness, offering a delightful opportunity. The prospect of adding wonder and joy to dark winter nights with the sparkle of holiday lights.
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Fort Collins has plenty of options when it comes to viewing spectacular winter displays. From exploring the streets of Fort Collins with a map of amazing home displays to crossing off your Christmas shopping list amid the thousands of lights that adorn Old Town throughout the winter, there’s an option for every taste.
Downtown Holiday Lights
Old Town Fort Colllins is Thousands of lights outline the charming and enduring structures that make up Old Town Fort, and are strung across the trees that line the streets. It is a spectacular site that is not only free to view, but remains up until February, making them a lovely back drop for holidays all the way until February. People often attend events like the First Friday Artwalk and the Foodie Walk (every third Friday) during the winter so they can enjoy the lights while sightseeing.
If you are in the Downtown area, you may want to stop by the First Presbyterian Church at 531 S College Ave as well. Here you will find the iconic Big Blue NightLights tree, which exists not only to be admired, but also to help bring awareness to the community about issues of childhood abuse and neglect.
Foothills Mall
Another place to combine your holiday shopping with twinkling lights and festive fun is the Foothills Mall. Outside, in addition to festive lights and decorations, the mall has carriage rides, a menorah display, and reindeer games on the back lawn. Inside, the mall offers gift wrapping by girl scouts,
Garden of Lights at the Gardens on Spring Creek
For a couple of weeks each December, the Gardens on Spring Creek open for the evenings to celebrate the holidays. On these nights, a half-mile loop of festive lights in creative formations winds through the gardens delighting spectators both young and old. This year the Garden of Lights will be blooming from Friday, December 9th through Saturday, December 24th. Santa will be there spreading cheer each night through the 23rd and the Sugar Plum Furries Dog Troupe will be performing on select nights.
NOCO Winter Wonderland
This merry mile-long event is a stretch of road lit by festive displays that can be viewed entirely from the warmth of your vehicle. This option may appeal to families who want to keep the kids contained, parties that include individuals with limited mobility, people who want to stay warm, and, as the whole tour takes about 15 minutes from start to finish, people with limited time.
Tickets for 15-minute time slots can be reserved online at their website for $25 per car.
Residential Holiday Light Map
Last, but certainly not least, a map of residential homes that are all decked out for the holiday season and happy to showcase their handiwork. Houses on the map reach as far north as Wellington and as far south as Millikin, but the majority are within Fort Collins limits.
Whatever your preferred holiday illumination, from spectacular drive-by displays to glowing gardens, Fort Collins has you covered. And wherever you are in your business or career progression journey, Cohere has you covered! We’d love to show you around the place!
About the Author: Cohere member Penny Leigh Sebring is an experienced freelance writer, neophyte speculative fiction author, and a gatherer of information and imaginary friends.
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