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Trail of Lights Denver 2026

Dates checked 4 Nov 2026

A countryside light walk at Chatfield Farms, with LED lights on the historic Hildebrand Ranch buildings, the cottonwoods and the silo, plus fire pits with s'mores and hot chocolate. It runs on most nights from late November to early January.

DatesNovember 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027
Open DaysClosed Thu, Nov 26, Mon, Nov 30, Tue, Dec 1, Mon, Dec 7, Tue, Dec 8, Fri, Dec 25
HoursEvery open night 5 pm to 9:15 pm
Last entry at 8:30 pm; the trail and site close at 9:15 pm.
TicketsTicket needed. $13.50 to $30 by date and time, members $11.50 to $25.50; children 2 and under free
Timed tickets: you book an arrival time.
TypeWalk-through light show
WhereDenver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms, a historic ranch southwest of Denver, 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Rd, Littleton, CO 80128

Checked on Denver Botanic Gardens, November 4, 2026. Buy tickets from the organizer's own site.

Where Is Trail of Lights Denver?

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Questions About Trail of Lights Denver

When is Trail of Lights Denver open in 2026?

November 21, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Closed Thu, Nov 26, Mon, Nov 30, Tue, Dec 1, Mon, Dec 7, Tue, Dec 8, Fri, Dec 25. Hours: Every open night 5 pm to 9:15 pm.

How much are tickets for Trail of Lights Denver?

Ticket needed. $13.50 to $30 by date and time, members $11.50 to $25.50; children 2 and under free. Prices as published by the organizer for 2026.

Is Trail of Lights Denver a drive-through?

No: it is a walk-through show that you see on foot.

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