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Light, Celebration & Wonder

An Evening of Joy and Celebration: Friday, July 24, 2026 — Central Bank’s Illuminate Littleton presented by The Diamond Reserve.

 

Littleton has been selected by the Colorado Tourism Office as a host city for a statewide drone show celebrating America’s 250th and Colorado’s 150th anniversaries. This is a significant honor and a rare opportunity to showcase Littleton on a regional and statewide stage.


Colorful, symmetrical pattern of orange, blue, and pink lights radiating from a central point.To celebrate this milestone event, Main Street will transform into an open-air experience with illuminated and interactive art installations, roaming musical performances, and extended outdoor dining from local restaurants and bars. Inviting residents and visitors to explore, linger, and connect before the evening culminates in a spectacular drone show lighting up the Littleton sky.

Family-friendly and no cost to attend. Bring your friends and family, and bring the joy as we celebrate together!

For sponsorship information or general questions, email Alexandra Vander Pol, Senior Manager of Events and Marketing at avanderpol@LittletonCO.gov.

 

What to Expect

Take advantage of our helpful guide to build your perfect evening and to take advantage of all the activities.

Art and Music

Step into a glowing, ever-changing experience along Main Street where illuminated art installations shine, interactive pieces invite you to play, and local artwork is on display inside various boutiques. Around every corner, street performers and roaming musicians fill the air with energy, movement, and sound. Check back soon for an interactive map to help you discover it all.

VIP Experience sponsored by The Melting Pot

Book a room through our partner link and turn your night into the ultimate experience with a discounted rate, free event shuttle and breakfast, and access to the VIP Viewing Lounge for a premier drone show view. The VIP Experience, sponsored by The Melting Pot, where every visit is designed to feel just as special.

Reserve your stay

Dining and Cocktails

Most of your favorite bars and restaurants will spill out onto Main Street with outdoor seating in the heart of the action. Prefer to wander and snack? Enjoy a variety of affordable grab-and-go bites from local vendors. Drinks—both alcoholic and non-alcoholic—will be available at three beverage tents to enjoy throughout the event space. Map of participating businesses coming soon.

Little Luminaries sponsored by Redstone Bank

Little Luminaries will have a blast exploring a kid-friendly zone filled with playful, hands-on activities to keep them glowing with excitement right up until the drone show. Cue the bubbles, the glow, and the magic. More detail and an interactive map—coming soon.

A Limited-Edition Vintage for Littleton

Bottled as a special one-off release, Signature Wine Sponsor Carboy Winery created Illume, a dry, sparkling Riesling exclusive to Littleton. Illume is a celebration of light, community, and place. Now that’s Littleton in a bottle! Release date coming soon!

Visit the Carboy Winery Flagship Location