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Camp Christmas Takeover at Stanley Marketplace


  • Stanley Marketplace 2501 Dallas Street Aurora, CO, 80010 United States (map)

READY FOR THE ULTIMATE HOLIDAY ADVENTURE?

This season, Stanley Marketplace transforms into a winter wonderland like never before. Camp Christmas, the beloved holiday extravaganza created by local artist Lonnie Hanzon in partnership with DCPA Off-Center, returns bigger and brighter, filling every corner of the Marketplace with community spirit, creative magic, and festive fun!

HERE’S HOW TO SLEIGH IT:

  • Wander the Marketplace and discover photo ops galore! Holiday magic and the festive backdrops of Camp Christmas at every single turn, yours to enjoy for FREE!

  • Channel your inner elf detective and explore the entire Marketplace on this free, all-ages adventure! Hunt down all 20 Merry Badges hidden throughout the Marketplace and score yourself a jolly reward (redeem at the Camp Christmas Gift Shop).

  • Feeling "meh" about the holidays? Let us tune up your holiday spirit with a wildly festive 15-minute immersive journey that will rinse away your winter blues and tumble-dry your holiday spirit! Cycle through six whimsical stations, from "Pre-Soak" to "Fluff & Buff", and emerge renewed, sparkling like fresh tinsel, ready to SLEIGH the season.

    COST: Only $10 | Walk up, no reservation needed, or plan your visit in advance through DCPA.


    Located near the East Entrance.

    For group sales contact offcenter@dcpa.org

    CAMP CHRISTMAS EXPRESS HOURS:

    NOV 21 - 23

    • Friday: 6 - 9 p.m.

    • Saturday: 2 - 9 p.m.

    • Sunday: 2 - 8 p.m.

    NOV 25 - 30

    • Tuesday - Wednesday: 4 - 8 p.m.

    • CLOSED THANKSGIVING DAY

    • Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

    • Sunday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

    DEC 2 - 7

    • Tuesday - Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m.

    • Friday: 4 - 9 p.m.

    • Saturday: 2 - 9 p.m.

    • Sunday: 2 - 8 p.m.

    DEC 9 - 14

    • Tuesday - Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m.

    • Friday: 4 - 9 p.m.

    • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

    • Sunday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

    DEC 16 - 21

    • Tuesday - Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m.

    • Friday: 2 - 9 p.m.

    • Saturday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

    • Sunday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

    DEC 22 - 28

    • Monday - Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

    • CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY

    • Friday - Saturday: 2 - 9 p.m.

    • Sunday: 2 - 8 p.m.

  • Sip, sip, hooray! The Local Drive Hangar transforms into Base Camp Bar, Denver Biscuit Company becomes Santa Bar, and Traveling Mercies is decked out as the Winter Pearl Bar, all wrapped up in twinkling holiday glory with plenty of merry libations to go around!

  • Discover quirky, delightful, seasonal gifts you won't find anywhere else. Perfect for everyone on your list at prices that won't leave your wallet feeling Grinchy.

    Located near the East Entrance.

    CAMP CHRISTMAS GIFT SHOP HOURS:
    NOV 19 - DEC 21

    • Mon: CLOSED

    • Tues - Thurs: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

    • Fri - Sat: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

    • Sun: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

    • CLOSED THANKSGIVING DAY

    DEC 22 - 28

    • Mon - Wed: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

    • Fri - Sat: 2 - 9 p.m.

    • Sun: 2 - 8 p.m.

    • CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY

  • Bring the kids to meet the big guy himself. No cost, no appointments needed. Just giggles and Christmas wishes! Free photos included.

    WHEN:
    Saturdays & Sundays, Nov 29 - Dec 21 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

    WHERE:
    All Santas will be in the Common Area of Stanley Marketplace except Sensory Santa which will be in the Psychology at Stanley space, located on the 2nd floor.

    SCHEDULE:
    11/29 - Old Saint Nick + Sensory Santa (Psychology at Stanley). To visit Sensory Santa, SIGN UP HERE ahead of time.
    11/30 - Bilingual Santa
    12/6 - Bilingual Santa
    12/7 - Asian Santa
    12/13 - Mx. Claus (Drag Santa)
    12/14 - ASL Santa
    12/20 - Black Santa + Sensory Santa (Psychology at Stanley). To visit Sensory Santa, SIGN UP HERE ahead of time.
    12/21 - Old Saint Nick

  • Who says holiday shopping can't come with a cocktail? Grab a drink to-go from one of our participating spots, browse our unique retail stores for gifts everyone will love, and explore the Camp Christmas magic throughout the Marketplace, all with beverage in hand! (Try doing that at the mall!)

    "Sip & Shop" spots: Boychik, Cheluna Brewing, Create Kitchen & Bar, Denver Biscuit Company, La Creperie d'Audrey, Rosenberg's Bagels, Stanley Beer Hall, The Local Drive, and Traveling Mercies.

Camp Christmas is a place where people can gather, explore, and rediscover the wonder of the holidays—whether they’re sipping a themed cocktail, searching for Merry Badges, or boosting their holiday spirit through our new Camp Christmas Express.
— Lonnie Hanzon, Creator of Camp Christmas

STAY UPDATED

More details about special events and programming will be announced throughout the month of November. Follow @stanleymarketplace for the latest updates.

Ready to turn that “meh” to “merry”? We'll see you at CAMP CHRISTMAS!

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