AURORA | Clear skies and a little warmth is a big draw for fun and interesting things to do this weekend as the holiday week draws closer.
Check out what’s cool to do during the next several days in and near Aurora.
Curious Theatre presents ‘Confederates’
Dominique Morisseau’s work returns to the Curious stage this fall with Confederates, a powerful exploration of race, power, and history. Known for previous hits like Skeleton Crew and Detroit ‘67, Curious is no stranger to Morisseau’s masterclass of weaving together personal, historical, and social narratives, and this show is considered her most ambitious yet.
The play explores institutional racism through the dual lenses of Sara, an enslaved rebel turned Union spy, and Sandra, a tenured professor in a modern-day private university. The regional premiere leaps through time to trace the stories of these two Black American women.
IF YOU GO:
Tickets: $28-$55
When: Thursdays through Sundays, through Dec. 8 at 7:30pm. Curtains vary.
Where: Curious Theatre Company, 1080 Acoma St
Details and sales: curioustheatre.org
Astronomy Nights at Plains Conservation Center
Join experts and fellow astronomy fans for an evening of telescopes and s’mores! Volunteer astronomers from the Denver Astronomical Society will have telescopes set up for participants to mingle through and learn about the objects in the night sky.
IF YOU GO:
Who: Perfect for ages 8 and older
Tickets: $8 per person
Where: Plains Conservation Center, 21901 E. Hampden Ave.
When: 5:30 p.m. Nov. 22
Details: botanicgardens.org/
The Denver Christmas Show
The Denver Christmas Show opens this year at National Western Complex in Denver. Come get ready for the holidays with more than 275 booths to shop, photos with Santa, live performances, holiday decor, food, drinks, and more. Three days only to enjoy festive entertainment while finding gifts to purchase for everyone on your holiday shopping list.
IF YOU GO:
When: Nov. 22 through Nov. 24, opening at 9 a.m.
Where: National Western Stock Show 4655 Humboldt St.
Tickets: $14-$16, children under 13 are free.
Details: denverchristmasshow.com
Christmas In Color Drive-thru Animated Light Show
A dazzling drive-through holiday light show synchronized to festive music straight through your car radio. Cruise past giant candy canes, towering snowmen, glowing arched pathways and more as millions of lights illuminate your route. Enjoy the season’s magic at your own pace.
IF YOU GO
Through Dec. 29
Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, 25690 E. Quincy Ave.
$44-$58
25th Annual Festival of Wreaths
The Aurora Museum Foundation presents its Annual Festival of Wreaths, a fundraiser showcasing community-crafted wreaths at the Aurora History Museum. Starting Nov. 5, wreaths will be on display, with visitors encouraged to vote and bid, either in-person or online via Bidding Owl. This year’s festival coincides with The Grand Celebration on Nov. 16, marking the museum’s 45th anniversary and the 10th anniversary of Trolley Trailer #610, featuring both silent and live auctions to support museum exhibits and educational programs. Community members are invited to participate by decorating and donating wreaths for the event.
IF YOU GO
Festival of Wreaths
Through Dec. 6
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway
Free
Family-friendly
auroragov.org/things_to_do/aurora_history_museum
The Pond Ice Rink
Southlands’ popular ice rink, The Pond, reopens on Nov. 8, kicking off the holiday and winter season. Advance tickets for skating sessions will be available soon. Group rates are also offered; contact (303) 928-7536 for details and reservations or email southlands@icerinkevents.com.
IF YOU GO
The Pond is open
Southlands, 6155 S. Main St.
$14
Family-friendly