2 Colorado Christmas markets nominated for best in the US

With the holiday season approaching, Christmas markets are the perfect place to get in the holiday spirit and do some unique shopping.

Voting for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards for the best holiday markets across the country is open, and the nominees include amazing holiday markets inspired by the originals from Europe. Guests can enjoy everything from traditional food and music to holiday treats and one-of-a-kind gifts.

Two Colorado markets were nominated as some of the best in the U.S.

USA Today’s 10Best is a readers’ choice awards program that highlights the best in destinations, food and drink, hotels, and things to do.

The nominees are selected by an expert panel and readers then vote to determine the ten winners in each category. Readers can vote for their favorites once per day until voting ends on Monday, Dec. 1 at noon. The winners will be announced on Wednesday, Dec. 10.

The first Colorado market nominated is the Denver Christkindlmarket. This holiday market is an authentic German-style holiday market held at Tivoli Quad on Auraria Campus. It includes craft and food vendors from Colorado and Europe, live music, and much more. According to USA Today, it’s a great place to find unique holiday gifts and “enjoy a festive scene.”

The Georgetown Christmas Market was also nominated. According to USA Today, this market is an “old-fashioned Christmas experience.” Guests can enjoy an outdoor European marketplace, roasted chestnuts, horse-drawn wagon rides, and even visits from St. Nicholas.

The Denver Chirstkindlmarket is currently in seventh place and the Georgetown Christmas Market is currently in tenth place.

Check out the full list of nominees and vote here.


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