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Music, theater, holiday lights and New Year’s Eve Fireworks!
Experience the tradition of shows like A Christmas Carol and The Nutcracker or hear the Colorado Symphony Orchestra play your holiday favorites. Take in the millions of twinkling lights downtown, during the Denver Zoo’s spectacular Zoo Lights display and at the 9News Parade of Lights, December 5-6, one of the premier events of Denver’s holiday season. Santa-themed family fun can be had all over the city, including events at the Children’s Museum of Denver and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.

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National Western Stock Show - January 10-25, 2009

NWSSThe National Western Stock Show & Rodeo is celebrating its 103rd anniversary.  Enjoy Pro-Rodeos, Super Dogs, Wild West Shows, An Evening of Dancing Horses, Mexican Extravaganzas, and the African-American heritage Rodeo.  You’ll find plenty of educational opportunities, the Coors Western Art Exhibit, and family activities like the Children’s Ranchland, as well as great food and shopping.  The National Western Stock Show and Rodeo is also the “Super Bowl” of livestock shows featuring 20 breeds of cattle, horses, sheep, goats, llamas, bison, yaks, poultry, stock dogs, and rabbits.  Don’t miss this affordable family entertainment at the historic Denver Union Stockyards.  For more information, visit www.NationalWestern.com or call 1-888-551-5004.
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Denver Center for Performing Arts

This holiday season the Denver Center Theatre Company will journey back to Vistorian London with a production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.  Songs and warmth brighten the Colorado winter as one of Denver’s most sought-after holiday tickets returns.  November 28 – December 27 at the Stage Theatre.

See Jersey Boys, the 2006 Tony Award-winning Best Musical about rock & roll Hall of Famers Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.  This hit show premieres at the Buell Theatre December 11 - January 3.  Don’t miss Jersey Boys, the story of how four blue collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history.
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Denver Art Museum

In Contemporary Rhythm: The Art of Ernest L. Blumenschein
Celebrate the life and art of the famous Western painter.  His colorful works capture the beauty of the American West.  Featuring art from around the world, the museum’s offerings are as varied as the people who visit.  Don’t miss the Museum Shop for your holiday gift giving.  Downtown on 13th Avenue between Broadway and Bannock.
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Downtown Aquarium

Breakfast with Santa!  Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet at Downtown Aquarium with Santa Claus, Sharkey and Java. Keep a close eye out, you may see Santa swimming with the fish! Santa appearance each Friday and Saturday evening.  Adults $14.99; Children 12 and under $7.99; Children under 2 Free.  Reservations available.  303-561-4450.
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Anheuser-Busch, Inc.

Quality is at the heart of how Anheuser-Busch has conducted business since 1852.  Experience that quality by visiting the home of Budweiser in Fort Collins, CO.  Your complimentary tour will guide you through a blend of rich brewing heritage as you visit our Brew House and state-of-the-art Packaging Facility.  Guests 21 years of age and older can sample our products in the Hospitality Room.  This holiday season, visit the Budweiser Clydesdale Hamlet where every first Saturday of the month you can enjoy picture taking with a Clydesdale.  Then stop by the Anheuser-Busch Gift Shop for the perfect holiday gift.
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