Olde Golden Christmas continues its tradition of a candlelight walk on Friday, December 6, 2024, with hundreds of locals and visitors caroling their way down Washington Avenue, candles in hand. As they pass each block, holiday lights are illuminated. The walkers continue until they reach Golden’s Parfet Park. The lights will illuminate the night through mid-February of 2025.
Photo courtesy: City of Golden
If you want to participate, gather by the stage near the Golden Visitors Center (10th and Washington) at 5 p.m. for pre-walk holiday show with caroling, music and pictures with Santa.
The walk itself starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. from the Foothill Arts Center (15th and Washington).
During the walk, you can listen and sing along with holiday songs. Many of the shops along Washington Avenue stay open with hot cider, cocoa, and outdoor cafes to enjoy along the way.
Then, at the end of the walk, 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.
Bring a candle or purchase a 2024 Commemorative LED Candle beforehand at a local vendor.