Festival of Trees
The 28th annual Festival of Trees will be held Nov. 27-Dec. 5 in in Greeley. The festival includes decorated trees, kids’ activities and holiday entertainment. This week-long celebration will include visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, Whoville Holiday Seussabration, Silver Bells Social and Sip & Shop Ladies Night Out. The events are the main fundraisers for the Union Colony Civic Center and the Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra. 970-356-5000 or greeleyfestivaloftrees.com
Lighting and Santa race
The Lighting of Breckenridge will be held 2-7 p.m. on Dec. 5. The festivities include dance and choral performances, free hot cocoa and cookies, the Race of the Santas down Main Street and the Santa-led parade of Bernese Mountain Dogs to the lighting of the Town Tree. Children can share their holiday wishes and take a photo with Santa at the Barney Ford Museum. Proceeds benefit Adopt an Angel. 877-864-0868 or
