ACAA | DAY TRIPS

All our trips require moderate walking and a few stairs. Excursions with a next to the trip name usually include a walking tour of the venue or there will be a significant amount of walking required or stairs. Note the day trips marked with the indicate trips at high altitude over 8,000’. Please note that if participants plan on bringing a walker or wheelchair or need special handicapped accessibility seating or dietary considerations, they must notify the front desk when they register to ensure accommodations can be met. Please note indicates a payment/cancellation deadline and indicates menu prices are subject to change. Return trip times are approximate. Unless otherwise noted cancellation of excursions must be done at least five business days before departure date.

EXCURSIONS

THE CARRIAGE SHOPPES TEA ROOM AND ANTIQUING

The Carriage Shoppes Tea Room is located in quaint downtown Elizabeth, Colorado in a historic livery stable. Come sit in one of three elegant rooms and enjoy your choice of premium teas and a delicious “high tea”. After a relaxing repast, visit the Carriage Shoppes antique store adjacent to the tea shop featuring 25 local artists spread out over approximately 5,000 square feet of shopping. Fee includes tea, gratuity, escort and transportation. 58414 Dec. 1 • Thu., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • $108 ($86 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Nov. 28

GEORGETOWN CHRISTMAS MARKET

This trip is not suitable for participants with walkers/wheelchairs. If you have never been to Georgetown’s festival, now is your chance! If this trip is a tradition for you, don’t miss this year’s excursion! Explore the festival, dine at one of the many cafes or booths, tour a museum and shop, shop, shop! Be sure to dress appropriately for the mountain temps and possible snow on the ground. Fee includes escort and transportation. 57922 Dec. 3 • Sat., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • $58 ($46 Resident)

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST @ THE ARVADA CENTER

Be our guest this holiday with a tale as old as time! When a prince is transformed into a Beast by a spell that can only be broken by true love, it’s up to the bookworm Belle to not only accept his love but truly love him in return. Fee includes show, escort and transportation. 57929 Dec. 4 • Sun., 1-5 p.m. • $98 ($78 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Nov. 2

ST. NICK’S

This special shop, located in Littleton, features 22 rooms overflowing with holiday decorations! Featuring pieces made from local artists, you may just find that perfect gift for a loved one (or yourself!) Then we will stop for lunch at Panera Bread Café where soups, salads, sandwiches and baked goods are plentiful before heading back to the ACAA. Fee includes escort and transportation. 58879 Dec. 5 • Mon., 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. • $36 ($29 Resident) • Menu Range: $8-$15

A MADE FOR T.V. HOLIDAY HOMICIDE @ ADAMS MYSTERY PLAYHOUSE

Join us this Holiday season for the filming of the made-for-TV movie “Let the Snow Fall Where It May”. However, not everyone on the set is in a festive mood as tempers flare. Will the winter jubilee be ruined by a dastardly murder? Wear your favorite ugly holiday sweater to help you get in the mood. Fee includes show, dinner, gratuity, escort and transportation. 57923 Dec. 8 • Thu., 4:45-9 p.m. • $96 ($77 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Nov. 30

ICE @ THE GAYLOR RESORT OF THE ROCKIES

The indoors have never been so cold as it is at the Gaylord when ICE comes to visit. Explore the holiday classic story “A Charlie Brown Christmas” as told through this amazing maze of ice sculptures. Carved by artists from all over the world this is a true sight to see. Be sure to dress warmly for this tour. After the tour, you will be able to explore the different sights of the Gaylord and have dinner on your own at one of their restaurants. Fee includes tour, escort and transportation. 58881 Dec. 12 • Mon., 3:30-7:30 p.m. • $76 ($61 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Nov. 22 • Menu Range: $8-$80

DINNER & LIGHTS

It is a sparkling, twinkling lights blazing night as we head out on another ACAA traditional excursion. First, we will stop off at Olive Garden for a delicious meal then drive around town to see the fabulous light displays. Dinner is on your own. Fee includes escort and transportation. 57924 Dec. 14 • Wed., 4-9 p.m. • $31 ($25 Resident) 57925 Dec. 15 • Thu., 4-9 p.m. • $31 ($25 Resident) • Menu Range: $9-$27

MYSTERY TRIP

Red, yellow, blue and green, so many colors to be seen. An early dinner is on your own so don’t bother looking it up on your phone. Hop on board the ACAA bus, it’s a mystery booked without fuss! Fee includes admission, escort and transportation. 60069 Dec. 18 • Sun., 3-8:30 p.m. • $74 ($93 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Nov. 17

THE NUTCRACKER @ PARKER ARTS CENTER

Parker Arts Center welcomes you to their annual presentation of Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic “The Nutcracker”. Join us as we are whisked away to the magical world of the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Mouse King and a young girl’s dream. Fee includes show, escort and transportation. 57985 Dec. 20 • Tue., 6-10:30 p.m. • $70 ($56 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Nov. 17

WINTER PARK SNOWCAT TOUR

This trip is not suitable for participants with walkers/wheelchairs. Cold outside but you won’t mind as we tour Winter Park Mountain from the comfort of a heated snowcat. Ride the gondola up to the start of the tour, then board the snowcat (there is a 4 rung ladder up into the cat) then enjoy the breathtaking scenery that is all around on this 90-minute tour. When the tour is over, we will ride the gondola back down to Winter Park Village where you will explore and dine. Lunch is on your own in the village. Fee includes snowcat tour, escort and transportation. 58667 Jan. 5 58668 Jan. 18 • Thu. or Wed., 7 a.m.-5 p.m. • $178 ($142 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Dec. 20

WHITE CHRISTMAS @ CANDLELIGHT DINNER THEATER

Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano”, “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial title song, “White Christmas”. This uplifting musical is worthy of year-round productions. Fee includes lunch, show, gratuity, escort and transportation. 57996 Jan. 8 • Sun., 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $114 ($91 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Dec. 7

BRECKENRIDGE SNOW SCULPTURES

This trip is not suitable for participants with walkers/wheelchairs. This international snow sculpture event brings artists from all over the world. See the wonderful creations they make out of the packed snow blocks. After you take in the sculptures, spend time wandering the town and having lunch at one of the many cafes. Lunch is on your own. Be sure to dress appropriately for the mountain temps and possible snow on the ground. Fee includes escort and transportation. 57994 Jan. 24 • Tue., 7:45 a.m.-5 p.m. • $63 ($50 Resident)

BALLY’S CASINO IN BLACKHAWK

Hop on board a luxury motor coach as we travel up the hill to Bally’s Casino in Blackhawk. Extras to be received for our group include $10 in free play for each guest and upon playing and earning 50 points a guest can receive a $15 food credit. Fee includes escort and transportation. 54023 Jan. 25 59954 Feb 22 • Wed., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • $28 ($22 Resident) • Payment/ Cancellation deadline is two weeks prior to each casino date.

FISKE PLANETARIUM: MYSTERIES OF THE NIGHT SKIES

See the night sky in the daytime as we visit the Fiske Planetarium for a private showing. Stars and planets to be gazed upon while being safe indoors! After our show, we will head over to the Pearl Street Mall where you will have a wide variety of cafes to choose from for your luncheon delight. Fee includes admission, escort and transportation. 58565 Feb. 5 • Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • $50 ($40 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Jan. 20

DHT/TBT: HOT CHOCOLATE TOUR

This trip is not suitable for participants with walkers/wheelchairs. What could be better for the soul than tempting one’s taste buds? This tour shows you some secret sweet spots you might not know about as well as one or two you do. Breathe in the aroma, don’t be shy. In the middle of the tour we’ll stop for some lunch. Please bring money to buy goodies along the way and for your lunch. Fee includes escort and transportation. 57992 Feb. 7 • Tue., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • $61 ($49 Resident)

DASHING THRU THE SNOW SLEIGH RIDE

This trip is not suitable for participants with walkers/wheelchairs. In a one or two-horse open sleigh is the adventure for the day! Travel with ACAA to Fraser as we first stop for lunch at Sharky’s Eatery. Dine on either a late breakfast or lunch. Lunch is on your own. After our meal break, we will venture over to the sleigh ride where you will board an open sleigh and go for a ride in the beautiful snowy mountain area. We will end the ride with a fireside refreshment of hot chocolate and roasting marshmallows before heading home. Be sure to dress appropriately for the mountain temps and snow on the ground. Fee includes sleigh ride, escort and transportation. Note: Please fill out a waiver release from the sleigh ride company at the front desk of ACAA. 58776 Feb. 13 • Mon., 9:15 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $110 ($88 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Feb. 3 • Menu Range: $10-$25

COLORADO STATE CAPITOL BUILDING TOUR

This trip is not suitable for participants with walkers/wheelchairs. There is much to see inside the Colorado State Capitol from the Colorado Rose Onyx, white Yule Marble, stained glass windows and the famous dome (The dome is a 99-step climb above the 3rd floor and is accessible by stairs only! Note: A closed-captioned video tour is available for those who are unable or do not wish to make the climb). The Colorado Supreme Court chambers, the House & Senate chambers and more. After our tour, we will have lunch at the Blue Bonnet Mexican Restaurant. Lunch is on your own. Fee includes escort and transportation. 58576 Feb. 16 • Thu., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. • $36 ($29 Resident) • Menu Range: $8-$34

PARKER SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA: SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE @ THE PACE CENTER

For classical music and Shakespeare lovers alike. Immerse yourself in music inspired by the romantic works of William Shakespeare, including Tchaikovsky’s “Romeo and Juliet,” Mendelssohn’s “Midsummer Night’s Dream,” Nino Rota’s “Suite from the film Romeo and Juliet,” and Leonard Bernstein’s “Symphonic Dances” from West Side Story. Fee includes show, escort and transportation. 58883 Feb. 24 • Fri., 6:15-10:30 p.m. • $56 ($45 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Jan. 14

CRIPPLE CREEK ICE SCULPTURES

This trip is not suitable for participants with walkers/wheelchairs. The Ice Festival in Cripple Creek is a tradition in Colorado and one that we love to participate in. Explore the shops, view the magnificent Ice Sculptures, dine in the cafes or try your luck at the gaming tables. the choice is yours! Fee includes escort and transportation. 59957 Feb. 25 Sat., 8 a.m.-6:15 p.m. $64 ($51 Resident)

I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT! NOW CHANGE @ LITTLETON TOWNHALL ARTS CENTER

This charming sketch musical comedy will make you wonder how close this is to your own life. From the bumpy road of dating, blind dates, meeting the parents and marriage. Then kids, spousal roles, aging and traversing the plentiful personality traits that make up a family unit. Fee includes show, escort and transportation. 58885 Feb. 26 • Sun., 1-5:30 p.m. • $88 ($70 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Jan. 24

BRIGADOON @ CANDLELIGHT DINNER THEATER

Lerner and Loewe’s ‘Brigadoon’ is the enchanting and beloved Broadway and West End musical that inspired the classic MGM film and numerous productions all over the world. Featuring such standards as “Almost Like Being in Love,” “Come to Me, Bend to Me,” and “Heather on the Hill,” Brigadoon is a timeless, romantic classic that vividly brings the mystery and magic of the Scottish Highlands to life. New Yorker Tommy Albright unexpectedly arrives at the mysterious Scottish Highland village of Brigadoon which only appears for one day every 100 years. When Tommy meets and falls in love with Fiona, a beautiful villager in this magical hamlet, he must decide whether to return to his old life or stay in Brigadoon — forever. Fee includes lunch, show, gratuity, escort and transportation. 58424 March 5 • Sun., 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $115 ($92 Resident) • Last day to register/cancel: Feb. 2

SNOWSHOE/CROSSCOUNTRY SKIING

Get out of the city and into the crisp mountain air as the ACAA provides transportation to the Nordic Centers for a day of snowshoeing or crosscountry skiing. All trips leave from the Aurora Center for Active Adults 30 Del Mar Circle. This is a transportation trip only. You are on your own once at the Nordic Centers 58892 Jan. 19 Keystone Nordic Center 58893 Jan. 30

Breckenridge Nordic Center 58887 Feb. 15

Frisco Nordic Center 58889 Feb. 27

Breckenridge Nordic Center • 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • $65 ($52 Resident)

DINING ADVENTURES

MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY

Italian is on the menu for the day as we head over to the DTC area for the famous Maggiano’s Little Italy. Enjoy such dishes as Shrimp Fra Diavola, Chicken Piccata, salads, lasagna, spaghetti and more! Lunch is on your own. Fee includes escort and transportation. 57952 Dec. 6 • Tue., 10:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. • $23 ($18 Resident) • Menu range: $8-$27

TGI FRIDAY’S

Start your Friday early with a delightful lunch at one of Northfield’s favorite restaurants. TGI Friday’s offers a wide variety of dishes including pasta, burgers, ribs, sandwiches, steaks, entrée dishes, appetizers and of course desserts! Lunch is on your own. Fee includes escort and transportation. 57963 Dec. 19 • Mon., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • $23 ($18 Resident) • Menu range: $4-$30

SCHOOL HOUSE KITCHEN

Located in Old Town Arvada School House Kitchen resides in the original Arvada School building. The unique décor and atmosphere will make this a dining experience. Your pick of libations (over 750) whiskies, 50 beers and an extensive food menu. Fee includes escort and transportation. 58878 Jan. 10 • Tue., 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. • $25 ($20 Resident) • Menu range: $10-25

THE WHITE CHOCOLATE GRILL

Located at the Park Meadows Mall the restaurant offers a delicious variety of tasty selections. Choose from such items as chopped salads, sandwiches, burgers, steak, seafood and more! Of course, be sure to save room for dessert! Fee includes escort and transportation. 58876 Jan. 26 • Thu., 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. • 23 ($18 Resident) • Menu range: $8-40

MYSTERY MEAL

Let’s join together as we have a luncheon out, a wonderful time is something to shout about. Dishes by land or by sea, whichever you choose is not included in the trip fee. Even or odd numbers do not matter, just walk up the bus stairs-no need for a ladder! Fee includes escort and transportation. 58877 Feb. 9 • Thu., 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. • $26 ($21 Resident) • Menu range: $8-35

THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE

Shrove Tuesday is the theme for the day as we partake in pancakes! The Original Pancake House in Cherry Hills offers such an array of pancakes, it will be hard to decide! Breakfast is on your own. Fee includes escort and transportation. 58001 Feb. 21 • Tue., 8-10:30 a.m. • $21 ($17 Resident) • Menu range: $10-20

LA FRENCH BAKERY & CAFE

Come with us to the unique French Café located in the DTC area! A casual chick Parisian style bakery and café serving highend French patisseries and bistro style lunch. Soups, salads, crepes and more! Fee includes escort and transportation. 60070 Feb. 28 • Tue., 10:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. • $23 ($18 Resident) • Menu range: $11-30