Enchanted Evening - COVID style

A socially-distant version of Niwot's annual holiday celebration kicked off on Friday, Nov. 27 with a pandemic-friendly Enchanted Evening. Masked shoppers strolled through town while carolers, entertainers, and musicians played holiday favorites, including a set from the Niwot Community Semi-Marching Free Grange (Masked) Band. Santa also made a grand appearance on a horse-drawn carriage, though he stayed outdoors to hear socially distanced Christmas wishes, per state and county guidelines.

The festivities will continue throughout the following two weekends Dec. 5 and Dec. 12, with the Niwot Holiday Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m, featuring special appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus. The WINC Holiday Fayre, slated for Dec. 12, has also been adapted to maintain compliance with Boulder County COVID regulations.

Visit Niwot.com for more information, including a holiday shopping map showing the location of each vendor and the times for Santa visits and other outdoor activities.