Abby Apple Boes in “She’s Here All Evening”
As part of the Aurora Fox Cabaret Series, singer Abby Apple Boes will present an evening of stories and songs, chronicling her career from 80s New Wave frontwoman to cabaret performances in Los Angeles, New York and the Eugene O’Neill Cabaret and Performance Conference. She’ll be joined by Robert Lowe on piano, Randy Chavez on guitar, Lynn A. Keller on bass and Brian Jaffe on drums.
IF YOU GO
Abby Apple Boes in “She’s Here All Evening”
7:30 p.m. Nov. 15 and Nov. 16
Aurora Fox Arts Center, 9900 E Colfax Ave., Aurora
$28
https://www.aurorafoxartscenter.org/onstage/abby-apple-boes-2024
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
Nov. 15 – Dec. 29
Arapahoe County Fairgrounds, 25690 E. Quincy Ave.
$44-$58
Stanley Holiday Fashion Show
The Stanley’s annual Holiday Fashion Show is back, showcasing the latest seasonal trends from local vendors. Featured boutiques include Abstract, Aktiv, Iron & Resin, June Ruby, Recovering Hipster Goods, TRUE and Urban Cowgirl. The event organizers are partnering with Bonez 4 Budz and Big Bones Canine Rescue this year. Attendees can also donate to the holiday clothing drive in partnership with AndDNVR.
IF YOU GO
6- 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14
Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St., Aurora
Free
Santa Photos on the Trolley
Grab a photo with Santa on Aurora’s Trolley Trailer 610. Visitors can also enjoy sweet treats, face painting and museum scavenger hunts. The Community Gallery will display this year’s lineup of wreaths as part of the annual Festival of Wreaths fundraiser, and proceeds will go to a new archival storage facility. As the museum has grown, it requires a new storage facility for long-term preservation, conservation and care of Aurora’s history. Funding will also support the museum’s education programs and community events.
IF YOU GO
Santa Photos on the Trolley
Noon – 2 p.m., Nov. 16
Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway, Aurora
$5 per group, suggested donation
Shop & Craft at the Stanley Marketplace
Curious Jane is hosting a 90-minute crafting workshop at Stanley Marketplace where kids (ages five and older) can make charm necklaces, beaded bracelets and DIY backpack charms. Supplies are included and participants can make up to three crafts. Child drop-off is at Urban Cowgirl on the second floor. Participating stores offer discounts during the event, including 20% off at Urban Cowgirl and TRUE, 10% off at La Creperie d’Audrey and more. Tickets are refundable up to 7 days before the event; within 7 days, tickets are non-refundable but can be applied to a future Curious Jane event.
IF YOU GO
Shop & Craft at the Stanley
2 – 3:30 p.m. Nov. 17
Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St., Aurora
$10 before 11/15 and $15 after
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
Nov. 5- 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 opens Nov. 8
Southlands, 6155 S. Main St.
$14
Family-friendly
shopsouthlands.com/
“Where The Wild Things Are” Package
In collaboration with Denver Art Museum’s brand-new “Where The Wild Things Are” exhibit, honoring the cherished children’s book, The ART Hotel Denver, has launched a Wild Things package. The package will include a hardcover edition of “Where the Wild Things Are”
book. Two tickets to the “Wild Things” exhibit at the Denver Art Museum, truffles and a personalized note from the book’s main character, Max.
IF YOU GO
Through Feb. 17
The ART Hotel Denver
1201 Broadway, Denver
Free
www.thearthotel.com/special-offers/wild-things
Nunsense, a divine comedy
Nunsense is a musical comedy by Dan Goggin that premiered Off-Broadway in 1985. It follows the Little Sisters of Hoboken, who stage a fundraiser to bury fellow nuns accidentally poisoned by their cook, Sister Julia. Updated with new jokes, lyrics, and a fresh song, Nunsense remains popular for its witty humor, catchy songs and audience interaction.
IF YOU GO
2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. showtimes, Oct. 25 – Nov. 17
The Schoolhouse, 19650 E. Mainstreet in Parker
$34 for tickets
Mild Adult Content
parkerarts.org/event/nunsense