Telluride

Another picture-perfect Colorado Christmas town is the rough mountain town of Telluride, which is situated in the state's San Juan range. While known primarily for skiing, the chic, modern-day village is brimming with exciting and cultural things to experience.

The town goes all out to celebrate the holiday season, both on and off the ski slopes, and the valley floor location is picture-perfect. The Holiday Prelude, a weekend jam-packed with activities to get visitors in the holiday spirit, serves as the official opening to everything. A Santa workshop, free ice skating, hot cocoa, kid-friendly crafts, and holiday movies are all available at various corners of the city. The weekend marks the illumination of Telluride's city Christmas tree. On Christmas Eve, the ski slopes, are highlighted by a gorgeously choreographed Torchlight Parade down the mountain by ski school staff members carrying blazing torches. An explosion of fireworks from the peak shines even more light on them.