Each year on Saturdays in December, Golden takes a step back to a simpler time of strong family traditions and small-town holiday celebrations. Historic downtown Golden will be the central festive location for Olde Golden Christmas, a city-wide celebration that includes a candlelight walk,  holiday art market, live theater, a dazzling light display along Clear Creek, Santa encounters, shopping, dining, and so much more. The parade route continues down Washington Avenue from 11th to 13th Streets through historic downtown.