Denver’s annual “Winter in the City” will go ahead this year despite COVID-19 — but the celebrations have been modified in light of public health regulations.

The Downtown Denver Partnership announced the city is putting “a new spin on the beloved tradition” with this season’s holiday celebrations in a virtual news conference Tuesday.

“While Winter in the City will look different this year, we assure you there will be something for everyone to safely enjoy all season long,” said Tami Door, Downtown Denver Partnership CEO.

Rather than the usual 9News Parade of Lights, parade floats will be set up around the city for five straight weeks. From Nov. 27 to Dec. 31, parade floats will be on display between the Denver Pavilions and Union Station.

Major downtown landmarks will also be lit for the holidays at Nov. 27’s Grand Illumination ceremony. Participating locations include Union Station, the City and County Building, the 16th Street Mall, Skyline Park, the D&F Clock Tower, 14th Street and Larimer Square.

The annual Christkindl Market will be open from Nov. 20 to Dec. 23. The market will be moving to Civic Center park to allow more space to spread out and social distance. Bands, choirs and dancing are planned.

Denver’s iconic horse-drawn carriages will still be available for visitors to ride around the city all winter.

Multiple live music and cultural group performances will be held at the Pavilions and in Skyline Park Block 1 plaza throughout December.

Santa will be parked at Larimer Square and make multiple visits to Union Station. While children will not be able to sit on Santa’s lap, they will be able to send him letters and take photos with holiday decor.

Detailed schedules for performances and Santa visits will be announced in November.

The city will not open its annual ice skating rink at the D&F Clock Tower because of social distancing concerns. However, more interactive events will be set up during December.

The Downtown Denver Partnership will announce more attractions in the coming weeks, including details about whether the city will have a Christmas tree.

“It’s a time to celebrate the resilience and the strength of the people of Denver,” Door said.

Updated attractions are available at downtowndenver.com.