Every December, the City of Thornton, 15 miles (24 km) north of Denver, hosts a wonderful Winterfest at Carpenter Fields. The three days of the festival are jam-packed with holiday-themed events and attractions. The highlights include a Holiday Marketplace with food booths, arts, and crafts, a miniature Santa's Village, a Christmas lighting contest, a much-loved ice skating rink, some live entertainment, and a grand finale firework display. Thus, Thornton Winterfest promises the whole family a safe and merry weekend.
Ice-carving demonstrations are among the main attractions of the festival. Professional ice artists from "Dazzling Ice" entertain the public throughout the whole weekend and work on a frozen surprise, which will provide a photo opportunity for families. Entertainment also includes the performance by Thornton Community Band.
The hours of Thornton Winterfest differ by day: the gates open at 6:30 pm on Friday, 10 am on Saturday, and 5 pm on Sunday. The merriments continue through 9 pm daily. Another pleasant thing about the festival is free admission. If you need more information, contact the City of Thornton via Facebook. Find the link in the External Resources below. And when you look for a place to stay nearby, consider the available housing options suggested on the map.
