2024 holiday events
Holiday traditions begin in Manitou Springs
Holiday Happenings
Santa &Tree lighting
Small business Saturday
We've got big plans for Small Business Saturday, and we want you to be a part of them! Shop Small with us on Nov 30 and support Manitou's local businesses.
Holiday Markets
At Commonwheel -
November 1 - December 28, 2024
10am - 6pm
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
celebrate the holiday season
Here in Manitou Springs!
Manitou Springs transforms into a magical old-time Christmas town from late November to early January. There are numerous events going through the season, one includes seeing Santa!
- November 24-26: Victorian Christmas at Miramont Castle
- November 27: Christmas Tree Lighting at Wheeler Town Clock
- December 8: Christmas Parade on Manitou Ave.
- December 14: Breakfast with Santa from 8-10am at City Hall
- December 24: Santa at the Town Clock at wheeler town Clock
- December 31: Adaman Fireworks on Pikes Peak
Letters to Santa
Parents, grandparents, and children alike will love this magical addition to our community. Beginning December 1st, 2024 through December 18th, 2024 we will be accepting letters to Santa Claus at the Town Clock in Downtown Manitou Springs. Drop off your letter by December 18th to ensure that Santa will be sure to visit your child during his travels this Christmas season! He is very busy this time of year.