Experience the beauty of the holiday season with a candlelit walk down Washington Avenue in historic Golden, Colorado. Sing carols with neighbors and friends and marvel as the street is illuminated by thousands of glowing candles and the warmth of the festive, small-town holiday atmosphere. Many of the shops along Washington Avenue are open and there are hot cider, cocoa, and outdoor cafes to enjoy along the way. At the conclusion of the walk there will be entertainment and the “switch” for Golden’s 45,000 holiday lights along Clear Creek and throughout downtown will be flipped, marking the official start to Golden’s holiday season.
Afterward, stroll along the Clear Creek corridor to enjoy the newly lit holiday lights and stop by the Golden History Museum & Park and the Golden Public Library, both open late with special activities. At Golden History Park, enjoy a luminaria walk, blacksmith demonstrations, a bonfire, dancing, and free cocoa provided by the Golden Lions Club.
Enjoy free shuttle service for the Candlelight Walk to make your evening even smoother. Park at the Splash Lot (3151 Illinois St, Golden, CO 80401) and catch a shuttle between 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. The shuttle will drop you off at the top of the hill at 18th and Washington Ave., making it easy to start your walk. When you're ready to head back, it will pick you up at the bottom of the hill on the north side of 10th Street across from Parfet Park.
The walk begins at 6:30 p.m. at Washington Ave. and 15th Street. Enjoy a 30-minute holiday performance in Parfet Park at approximately 6:50 PM after the Candlelight Walk, followed by a special appearance from Santa to help switch on the lights at about 7:20 PM. Commemorative battery-operated candles will be available at Baby Doe’s starting November 29 while supplies last.
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Commemorative Candles
Commemorative battery operated candles for Olde Golden Candlelight Walk will be available starting November 29. Stop by Baby Doe's at 1116 Washington Avenue to get yours while supplies last.
Wax Candles
Wax candles (and possibly some glow sticks) will be available the night of the Candlelight Walk between 5:00 - 6:30 pm courtesy of partner non-profits. Sales locations include Parfet Park, Golden Welcome Center, 12th & Washington, 13th & Washington, and 14th & Washington. Most will be sold cash only between $1 - $3.
