Waiting for Santa to arrive may not be easy for kids and the expectation can get high! Your little ones’ anticipation of meeting the big jolly man in red and telling him what they want under the Christmas tree can be huge.
Luckily for parents, the many Christmas Events for Kids in Wyoming are a great way to keep them entertained and in the holiday spirit until that special day.
This festive season brings many good opportunities to celebrate with our loved ones, including candy cane hunts, breakfast with Santa, and more Christmas events in Wyoming today.
So, get the whole family in your favorite Christmas sweaters and explore the many kid-friendly Christmas events in Wyoming:
Best Kids Christmas Events in Wyoming
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The Cheyenne Christmas Parade: Polar Express
The annual Christmas parade is one of Cheyenne’s top celebrations during this festive season, and everyone is invited! This year’s theme is the Polar Express - a holiday classic! Remember you can donate unwrapped presents for local children.2
Holiday Light Tours 2024
Immerse in the dazzling lights of the houses and yard decorations at the Holiday Lights Tours! The Cheyenne Street Railway Trolley offers delightful tours for the whole family.3
Holiday Magic: Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra
Holiday music is truly magical when performed by the amazing Cheyenne Symphony Orchestra. This brilliant concert features performances by the All-City Children’s Chorus, Cheyenne Chamber Singers, and En Avant Dance Studio.4
Winter Fest at the library!
Albany County Public Library welcomes little ones to enjoy delicious hot cocoa, fun crafts, and lots of games at this free Christmas event for kids.5
Conservatory of Lights
The Botanic Garden’s tropical winter wonderland is the perfect place to escape the cold winter without having to drive much. Enjoy the sparkling lights, scavenger hunts, surprises, and holiday music.6
Read-Aloud Cocoa Club at the library
This is an after-school kids Christmas event for children to enjoy a storytime session of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. There will be popcorn and hot chocolate!7
Make it Mondays
Every Monday afternoon in December, kids will get their creativity going at this fun kids Christmas event! They will make Christmas-themed crafts like snowflake ornaments, Candy Cane trees, and more.8
Little Colts
Families with pre-k children will get in the holiday spirit at this interactive reading session, which also includes a fun craft.9
Friday Matinee at the library
Christmas movies are always fun - what better time of the year to enjoy them than December? Kids will enjoy the Grinch Stole Christmas and The Polar Express at the library on select Fridays - and there will be popcorn for everyone!10
Cuentos y Amigos Spanish Storytime: Christmas
Songs, stories, and crafts will all be part of this Christmas-themed storytime session at the library. This fun and educational experience invites kids to explore Spanish and English, and enjoy tasty snacks while at it!11
New Year at Noon
Laramie County Library welcomes families to say an early goodbye to 2024 at this holiday event, where you’ll enjoy crafts, games, snacks, and of course, a festive balloon drop at noon!12
New Year at Noon: Sensory Drops
Celebrate New Year early with your little ones in a safe-sound environment, where there won’t be any overwhelming sounds - just bubbles!Wyoming offers many kid-friendly things to do and places to explore.
You’ll be amazed by the many outdoor options to discover with your little ones, perfect for enjoying a nice picnic surrounded by nature, breathtaking views strolling down the family-friendly trails, and finding new books to love at one of the many libraries.
Find more adventures waiting for you at our Wyoming Kid City Guide!
