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Friday, December 20
- Time: 5-8 p.m.
- Location: Village at the Peaks, 1250 S. Hover Rd.
Get into the holiday spirit this December with lots of free, fun and festive activities for the whole family at Village at the Peaks!
From 5-8pm enjoy:
Horse drawn carriage rides
Cocoa with Santa's Elves
Charles Dickens Carolers
*Rides are first come, first served. No reservations or appointments are available*
The (Final) Last Waltz (End of the Trail) Release Party
- Time: 4-11 p.m.
- Location: Longtucky Spirits, 350 Terry St. Ste 120
Final release of our award winning collaboration with Black Canyon Distillery: The Last Waltz Colorado Straight Bourbon Whiskey!
This particular Bourbon has a bold oak flavor derived from Colorado's unique climate, combined with a high malt profile to deliver rich roasted deliciousness.
Specs:
70% Corn, 25% Malted Barley, 5% Rye
Aged at least 3 years in new american oak barrels
Barrel Proof 121. Bottle Proof 90.
1000 bottles available.
- Time: 7:30-9 p.m.
- Location: 300 Suns Brewing, 335 1st Ave, Unit C
Comedy Night every 1st & 3rd Friday at 300 Suns Brewing in Longmont!
Make sure to show up early to grab a beer and some food!
This is FREE! Like SPARTA! Only BETTER!
Live Christmas Karaoke Music by Expressions
- Time: 7-8:45 p.m.
- Location: La Vita Bella Cafe, 471 Main St.
Come out and enjoy the local community at La Vita Bella cafe, where Expressions will be sharing live Christmas karaoke music. This is an event you won't want to miss!
- Time: 7-9 p.m.
- Location: The Longmont Theatre Company, 513 Main St.
Movies shown on the big screen at the New Trojan Movie House.
Lights Tours on the Wonder Bus
- Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Location: Wonder Tours
Pickup at Longtucky Spirits in Longmont, 2 hours of fun on the Wonder Bus checking out all the best local lights displays with time to get off the bus and see them up close. Snack and hot cocoa provided. Alcohol is allowed on the bus. Max capacity is 20. Perfect for groups of 10-18 and we arrange custom pickup and discounts for private tours. Individual tickets are $20, 6 or more 10% off, and private tours are flat rate $300. Bring a coat, gloves etc some walking outside involved. 2 tours most nights in December based on availability. We can customize for groups so drop us an email at [email protected]
Holiday Carols and Sing-A-Long!
- Time: 5:30-8 p.m.
- Location: Left Hand Brewing Company, 1265 Boston Ave.
It's the most wonderful time for a beer . . . and carols! Don you now your Lefty apparel and join the Left Hand staff as we lead a sing-a-long in Longmont's Living Room. We promise to sound better and better as you sip and sing the night away!
Apply for the Library's Winter/Spring Volunteering for Teens
- Time: 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
- Location: Longmont Public Library, 409 4th Ave.
Looking for volunteering opportunities? Have NHS, IB or school credits that you need to complete? We have lots of great options for teens who want to give something back to their communities, and we really appreciate our teen volunteers.
Our Winter/Spring Volunteer Program runs from Tuesday, January 21 through Friday, May 15, 2020.
Interested teens may submit applications between Monday, December 2 and Friday, January 3. All prospective volunteers must complete and submit an application by Friday, January 3 at 5 pm to be considered.
Volunteers must be 14- to 17-years-old and consistently available during the volunteer program period to be considered for volunteer openings. Volunteer shifts are two hours long, and volunteers may not exceed three shifts per week.
Interviews will be required, and applicants will be notified if they have been selected. Those selected will be required to attend a short orientation.
Complete information is available on both the online and printable application. Please read it carefully before signing. Three ways to apply! Apply online on our website, download and print out our volunteer application from the website, or stop by the Children's and Teens Info Desk.
For more information, please email or call 303-651-8477 and ask for David.
- Time: 7-9 p.m.
- Location: Firehouse Art Center, 667 4th Ave.
When poets gather in a community to write new poems, each poet may well break through old habits and write something stronger and truer than before. To help this happen we work together to create an atmosphere in which everyone might feel free to try anything.
- Time: 7-9:30 p.m.
- Location: Heart of Longmont, 350 11th Ave.
Hear your favorite holiday season songs
sung in four part a cappella harmony
by Longmont’s own Longs Peak Chorus
With Special Guests: 52Eighty Youth Chorus
Tickets: $17 in advance
$20 at the door
Children 12 & under—Free
- A Men's Space
Earth Feather Healings, 6:oo-8:00pm - Barley Har Har Comedy Night
300 Suns Brewing, 7:30pm - Georgia Boys BBQ Winter Music Series
Georgia Boys BBQ, 7pm-8:30pm - Holiday Bazaar at the Cidery
St. Vrain Cidery, 5:00pm-8:00pm - Jonathan Bennet & Doug Delrio at Bootstrap Brewing
Bootstrap Brewing, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Live Music featuring: David Daniel Dennis duo
The Roost, 7:30pm - 9:30pm - Taylor Shae Duo live music!
Georgia Boys BBQ, 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Saturday, December 21
- Time 7-10 p.m.
- Location: Dickens Opera House, 300 Main St.
7pm
Festivus for the Rest of Us!
Free & All Ages (parental discretion advised)
It's that time of year to grab the mic and let your friends and family know how they've disappointed you, Seinfeld-style! Join us for a night of music and laughter including:
- The Airing of Grievances
- Feats of Strength
- Spaghetti & Meatloaf Dinner
Not feeling like ranting? Express your frustrations through music instead: karaoke hosted by Seth Miller!
JUST ADDED: free tastings from Hard Chaw - strong Irish whiskey cream!
- Time: 11 a.m.-2p.m.
- Location: Longmont Humane Society, 9595 Nelson Rd.
Mark your calendars! It's Holiday Bake Sale time at Longmont Humane Society and you're invited. Come shop what is always a delicious assortment of pies, cakes and other home baked goodies for a great cause. One day only! Hope to see you there!
All proceeds benefit the Longmont Humane Society Foster Program. For more information please email [email protected].
- Time: 6-10 p.m.
- Location: 300 Suns Brewing, 335 1st Ave. Unit C
Ugly Sweater Contest • Giveaways • Holiday Beer Cocktails • • Holiday Sing-Along • Photos with Drunk Santa • Free Holiday-Themed Improv FREE!
- Time: 10 a.m.-1p.m.
- Location: Samples, 370 Main St.
Have brunch or lunch while chatting with Santa. Then join Santa in his chair for photos! $4 brunch for kids 12 and under!
Reservations suggested: (720) 389-0426
http://www.sampleslongmont.com/
- Time: 8-10 p.m.
- Location: Longs Peak Pub and Taphouse, 600 Longs Peak Ave.
Star Wars Trivia Night Longs Peak Pub & Taphouse!!
Join us Saturday, December 21st, from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm and test your Empire knowledge!
PRIZES WILL BE GIVEN TO THE TOP 3 PERFORMING TEAMS!
First place: $50 Gift Card
Second place: $25 Gift Card
Third place: Free House Staple Pitcher
Be sure to arrive early to get the best seat in the house!
Alcoholic prizes for those 21 years or older.
Monthly Free Veterans Pop-Up Clinic: Longmont
- Time: 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
- Location: Colorado Army National Guard, 1512 Main St.
Free non-narcotic care Pain and PTSD clinic for Service Members and their Spouse/Partner or Parent. Walk in clinic, first come, first serve. Please bring proof of military service, i.e. DD214.
Special Holiday Show at The Speakeasy
- Time: 8L30 -11:30 p.m.
- Location: The Speakeasy, 301 Main St.
Let's rock the holidays with this special Shelvis show!
- Date Night
Crackpots Pottery Studio, 6:00pm-10:00pm - DeRanged Holiday Hoopla & Ugly Sweater Contest
300 Suns Brewing, 6:00pm to 10:00pm - Family-Friendly Community Christmas Carol Sing
La Vita Bella Cafe, 6:30 to 8 p.m. - Festivus
The Dickens Tavern & Opera House, 07:00 pm - Old's Cool Rock at Bootstrap Brewing
Bootstrap Brewing, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Saturday Art Experience
Firehouse Art Center, 12PM-2PM
Sunday, December 22
See Live Reindeer at Murdoch's in Longmont (2019)
- Time: 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
- Location: Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, 2255 Main St. Ste. 107
Experience a little Christmas magic!
Visit live reindeer at Murdoch's in Longmont.
Sunday, December 22
10 am - 1 pm
While you're there, write a letter to Santa and pick up some magic reindeer snacks. Don't forget to bring your camera!
Murdoch's loves dogs but for the safety of all customers, we ask that dogs be kept on a leash and at least 10 feet away from reindeer at all times. For the safety of our customers, not all stores will not allow petting of the reindeer.
The Moonlit Wild at Left Hand Brewing
- Time: 4:30 p.m.-7 p.m.
- Location: Left Hand Brewing, 1265 Boston Ave.
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of holiday preparations and join the Moonlit Wild at the Left Hand Brewing Tasting Room for an afternoon of original music!
- Time: 6-8 p.m.
- Location: 300 Suns Brewing, 335 1st St. Unit C
APQ is giving you your Festivus Miracle!
After your Airing of Grievances & Feats of Strength, continue your Festivus celebrations with a FREE game of Seinfeld trivia!
You're invited to an entire night of questions about a "show about nothing" on Sunday, December 22nd.
As always, seating is first come, first served.
Come out of The Strongbox & show off your Seinfeld trivia smarts.
- Bootstrap LOCO Ukulele Jam
Bootstrap Brewing, 2pm - 4pm - Brunch with Santa at SAMPLES!
Samples Restaurant, 10am-1pm - CiderYoga
St. Vrain Cidery, 10:00 am - 11:00 am - Festivus Eve at Bootstrap Brewing
Bootstrap Brewing, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. - Full Throttle Yoga
Bootstrap Brewing - Healing Room
Christ Church International, 12:00pm-1:00pm - Seinfeld Festivus Trivia
300 Suns Brewing, 6:00pm to 8:00pm - Service industry Sunday nights
Jefes Tacos and Tequila, 7:00pm to 9:00pm
