Local Pulse – December 2025










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  • Denver-based Ibotta opened its nearly 100,000 square-foot office on 16th Street, bringing more than 500 employees to the newly renovated area.
  • German fitness tech firm EGYM opened its North American headquarters in the LoDo Towers on 17th Street.
  • Denver City Council passed the first major Downtown Area Plan since 2007, aiming to transform the city center into “the nation’s largest signature ‘play’ district,” featuring expanded parks, public space, art activations and more.
  • Downtown Denver has reached its highest recovery rate since the start of the pandemic: pedestrian traffic is now at 93 percent of September 2019 levels, according to the Downtown Denver Partnership.
  • Homeowners gained significant equity over the past five years, adding an average of $140,900 in wealth.
  • Despite the typical holiday slowdown, recent data offers encouraging news for buyers. The 30 year fixed mortgage rate has dipped to about 6.23 percent, down from last week and noticeably lower than this time last year. Mortgage News Daily also reported a sharp drop, with rates hitting roughly 6.22 percent, one of the lowest averages in the past three years.

Local Events | Denver


🎄 Zoo Lights:
Turns the Denver Zoo into a glowing winter escape filled with shimmering pathways, larger than life light sculptures, and charming holiday scenes. Families can wander through the displays at their own pace while enjoying warm treats and seasonal music that brings even more magic to the experience. It is one of Denver’s most beloved traditions and a wonderful way to celebrate the season with people of all ages.
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✨ Magical Winter Nights:

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science transforms after dark into a glowing, immersive wonderland filled with shimmering light installations, ambient soundscapes, and unexpected moments of winter magic. It’s a calm, beautiful way to enjoy the museum in a completely new atmosphere, perfect for families, date nights, or anyone who loves a little enchantment in the colder months. The experience runs through early January, making it a cozy standout for the holiday season.
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