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DougCo Drop – Nov 19th – New openings on the way, local development updates, and Christmas came early.
Drips from the Drop: New openings on the way, local development updates, and Christmas came early.
Connor Tien
November 19, 2025
Okay, so it’s warmer than usual and the first snow keeps getting pushed back, but I somehow already have a second knuckle bleeding even after doubling up on lotion since the start of November. We’ll see how I manage at the Turkey Trot next week. Even if you’re not in Castle Rock, you should consider coming down for it. There will be thousands of people “huffin’ for the stuffin’”, enjoying flapjacks, enjoying giveaways, costume contests, dancing, etc. Sign up here and use DCDROP25 for 15% off. Hope to see you out there!
Saddle Up
🎤 Music & Concerts
🎤 Arts in the Afternoon After Midnight
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 19
⏰ Time: 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Lone Tree Arts Center, Lone Tree
🎤 Detail: Led by award-winning clarinetist Roger Campbell, this dynamic sextet brings the golden age of jazz to life with hits from Benny Goodman, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, and more.
🎤 Jeffrey Alan Band
📅 Date: Thursday, November 20
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Tailgate Tavern & Grill, Parker
🎤 Detail: This free show promises something for every music lover. Perfect for dancing, singing along, or just soaking in the western spirit.
🎤 The Pub & Grub Comedy Tour - Ft. Jer-Dog & Trevor Scott
📅 Date: Thursday, November 20
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Wild Goose Saloon, Parker
🎤 Detail: From dark humor to hilarious truths, this show is strictly for mature audiences.
🎤 Rhett Haney
📅 Date: Friday, November 21
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Wild Goose Saloon, Parker
🎤 Detail: Known for his smooth vocals and down-to-earth charm, Rhett blends classic country roots with a modern edge, delivering songs that hit home and get boots tapping.
🎤 LIVE MUSIC AT THE ALTAR: Scott Uhl
📅 Date: Friday, November 21
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Sinners and Saints, Castle Rock
🎤 Detail: Whether you're seeking salvation or just a killer setlist, come worship where the vibe is holy and the tunes are hot.
🎤 Aftershock
📅 Date: Saturday, November 22
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM
📍 Location: Wide Open Saloon, Sedalia
🎤 Detail: This seasoned 6-piece band brings serious chops and studio polish to every performance, delivering crowd favorites with power and precision.
🎤 Dueling Piano Show!
📅 Date: Saturday, November 22
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Max Taps Co., Highlands Ranch
🎤 Detail: The Gold Wheel Tour brings the Dueling Pianos Official Road Show to Highlands Ranch for a night of outrageous fun!
🎤 Lynch Mob / Live Wire / Romero
📅 Date: Saturday, November 22
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Wild Goose Saloon, Parker
🎤 Detail: Crank up the amps and get ready to rock as LYNCH MOB storms the stage with a thunderous tribute to the metal and roll of the '70s and '80s!
🎤 Denver Concert Band Presents Heroes and Holidays
📅 Date: Sunday, November 23
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Lone Tree Arts Center, Lone Tree
🎤 Detail: Join the Denver Concert Band for ‘Heroes and Holidays,’ a dynamic performance celebrating legendary heroes with bold fanfares and dramatic soundscapes.
👨👩👧👦 Family
🩰 Boulder Ballet presents A Peek Behind the Curtain: The Making of The Nutcracker
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 19
⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: The Schoolhouse, Parker
🩰 Detail: Step into the magic of the holiday season with Boulder Ballet’s intimate behind-the-scenes showcase.
🤴 Nutcracker of Parker presented by Colorado School of Dance
📅 Date: Thursday, November 20 until Tuesday, November 25
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
📍 Location: PACE Center, Parker
🤴 Detail: Experience the wonder as American Academy students in grades K–8 bring this timeless fairy tale to life!
🌟 Castle Rock Starlighting
📅 Date: Saturday, November 22
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Castle Rock, Castle Rock
🌟 Detail: Celebrate the season with the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce at the annual Starlighting!
🎨 Arts & Culture
🧶 Holiday Craft Fair
📅 Date: Saturday, November 22
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Castle Rock
🧶 Detail: Get into the festive spirit at the Holiday Craft Fair! Browse handmade gifts, seasonal décor, and one-of-a-kind treasures from local artisans.
🧶 Holiday Craft Fair
📅 Date: Sunday, November 23
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Castle Rock
🧶 Detail: Get into the festive spirit at the Holiday Craft Fair! Browse handmade gifts, seasonal décor, and one-of-a-kind treasures from local artisans.
🎨 Booked for the Holidays: Hand-Painted Holiday Ornament Workshop
📅 Date: Sunday, November 23
⏰ Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Douglas County Libraries, Castle Pines
🎨 Detail: Get creative this season at Castle Pines!
🍹 Nightlife & Entertainment
💫 November Star Party at Sandstone Ranch Open Space
📅 Date: Friday, November 21
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM
📍 Location: Sandstone Ranch Open Space, Douglas County
💫 Detail: Join Denver Astronomical Society for an evening of stargazing at Douglas County’s Sandstone Ranch. Tickets are currently waitlisted please sign up to be notified if space becomes available.
💽 Friday Night Jazz: Desert Island Discs – Nancy Wilson, Bill Evans, and Cannonball Adderley
📅 Date: Friday, November 21
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: The Schoolhouse, Parker
💽 Detail: The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra, joined by featured vocalist Tatiana LadyMay Mayfield, pays tribute to three jazz legends whose artistry defined an era
💽 The Comedy Zone November
📅 Date: Saturday, November 22
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: The Schoolhouse, Parker
💽 Detail: Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs as stand-up headliner Talon Saucerman takes the stage!
🎤 Avery Kyle Entertainment
📅 Date: Wednesday, November 19
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
📍 Location: Tailgate Tavern & Grill, Parker
🎤 Detail: Join Avery Kyle Entertainment for a high-energy karaoke night, complete with dance sets and an unforgettable crowd vibe. Free show!
🏔️ On the Horizon
❄️ Downtown Parker Holiday Market
📅 Date: Saturday, December 6
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 Location: O’Brien Park, Parker
❄️ Detail: Join the joyful celebration where the magic of the season comes alive. Explore an eclectic mix of local artisans presenting beautiful, handmade gifts, food trucks, and other fun activities.
🚗 Worth the Drive
❄️ Denver Christkindlmarket
📅 Date: Friday, November 21 - Tuesday, December 23
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Mon-Thu) & 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Fri-Sun)
📍 Location: Auraria Campus, Denver
❄️ Detail: Celebrate 25 years of holiday tradition at the Denver Christkindlmarket, now sparkling in its new home on the Auraria Campus.
🎄 Mile High Drone Show
📅 Date: Friday, November 21 - Wednesday, December 31
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Auraria Campus, Denver
🎄 Detail: Celebrate the season at Denver’s Auraria Campus, where the Mile High Tree lights up the Tivoli Quad with free nightly shows of music and color.
🎄 Trail of Lights
📅 Date: Friday, November 21 - Sunday, January 11 (closed Nov. 27 & Dec. 25)
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Chatfield Farms, Littleton
🎄 Detail: Experience Colorado’s countryside aglow this holiday season at Littleton’s Chatfield Farms.
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Land and Lore
Homegrown Tap & Dough Opening in Castle Rock
Homegrown Tap & Dough is officially opening its newest restaurant in downtown Castle Rock this December, marking the brand’s sixth location and Gastamo Group’s 15th overall. The space at Third and Wilcox will feature an “elevated ranch” design with rustic wood finishes, Pendleton fabrics, and Western touches that nod to the town’s heritage.
The 6,020-square-foot restaurant will seat more than 220 people indoors, plus a 35-seat corner patio that connects to the dining room when the garage doors are open. Guests will also find private and semi-private dining rooms designed for holiday parties, graduations, and community events.
The menu leans into approachable Colorado comfort: hand-tossed pizzas, quality pasta dishes, burgers, shareable starters, and a lineup of local craft brews and cocktails. Gastamo Group says the Castle Rock location was built with numerous local partners and is designed to become a true neighborhood gathering spot.
Source: Mile High CRE
McCanta Drive Realignment Approved
Douglas County approved a replat for Canyon South Filing 1A that realigns an unbuilt portion of McCanta Drive and transfers the roadway to the Town of Castle Rock. The change does not add new homes, but it’s intended to improve emergency access between Castle Oaks and Founders, including faster response routes from the Castle Rock Fire Station.
A few nearby residents raised concerns about the new alignment shifting closer to existing homes and affecting open space and trail connections. Staff noted that comments were addressed during the review process and that the realignment still meets engineering and safety requirements.
The replat covers roughly 110 acres and is now cleared for final recordation.
Crowsnest Annexation Update (Castle Pines)
The 795-acre Crowsnest annexation petition took a small procedural step this week in Castle Pines. At the November 11 meeting, City Council voted to continue the first reading of the annexation and development agreement to December 9 to allow more time to gather information about potential impacts.
No other decisions were made.
If Council eventually approves the annexation early next year, zoning would be required within 90 days.
Prior coverage here.
Source: City of Castle Pines
Hometown Headlines
Egg Harbor Café Coming to Highlands Ranch
TLDR: Egg Harbor Café, a Chicago-based breakfast and lunch spot, plans to open a Highlands Ranch location at 9579 S University Blvd in the former HopsnDrops space. It will be the brand’s second Colorado location. No opening date has been announced.
Unity on Wolfensberger Moves to Town Council
TLDR: The Castle Rock Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of Wellspring Community’s mixed-use conversion at 200 Wolfensberger Road. The plan includes office and program space on the first floor and 24 market-rate apartments upstairs. Town Council will consider the project on December 2.
CDOT Reveals Mobility Hub Finalists
TLDR: CDOT presented three finalist concepts for a proposed mobility hub (combined bus stop and transfer point) during a recent Planning Commission update. The town participated in the selection process, and CDOT is expected to bring a final recommendation to Town Council soon.
Tried & True
☕️ Tried & True: Oo•de•Lally
I swung by Oo•de•Lally last week and their full Christmas menu is already in rotation. This place always goes all-in on holiday decorating and seasonal drinks, so I figured it was the right stop for something festive. I ordered the Christmas Flight, which comes with four mini drinks: the Grinch, Nutty Elf, Rudolph, and Frosty.
Rudolph ended up being my favorite. White chocolate, caramel, and cherry. Sweet, but not over the top, and it tasted exactly like something you should be drinking in December. The others were solid too, especially if you like peppermint or nutty flavors, but Rudolph is the one I would go back for.
The shop itself is a great hang. Big windows, a nice view, and plenty of room inside. They have a rooftop patio if you want fresh air, and a steady mix of people working, meeting, or grabbing something on the go. It has that warm, local-energy vibe that Oo•de•Lally is known for.
If you want a Christmas drink that actually feels special, the flight is a fun way to try the whole lineup.
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