Artist Lonnie Hanzon Auctions Off Camp Christmas Props
After seven years of operation, the popular holiday installation in Denver is closing its doors permanently.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Seasonal Events
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Artist Lonnie Hanzon is liquidating the inventory from Camp Christmas following the permanent closure of the holiday installation. The popular attraction, which debuted in 2019 at Stanley Marketplace, is being dismantled through a series of online auctions.
Why it matters
Hanzon cited declining ticket sales and increased competition from the dozens of holiday bars now operating across Denver as the primary reasons for ending the seven-year project. The closure allows the creator more time to personally celebrate the holiday season after four decades of building festive displays.
The Camp Christmas installation historically drew 70,000 visitors during its 2019 debut. Current auction lots include over 200 items each, with initial sales including a Blucifer carousel horse that fetched $1,100 and a gilded baroque sleigh sold for $500.
The players
Lonnie Hanzon
A veteran artist who has spent 40 years designing and creating elaborate holiday displays and seasonal spectacles.
Stanley Marketplace
An adaptive reuse complex in the Denver area that hosted the multi-year run of the Camp Christmas installation.
Enchantment Bazaar
The online marketplace hosting the four liquidation auctions for the remaining inventory of the closed installation.
The details
Lonnie Hanzon is hosting four total auctions via the Enchantment Bazaar online marketplace to clear out the event. These auctions feature hundreds of unique holiday items salvaged from the 10,000-square-foot installation that defined his seasonal work for nearly a decade.
Timeline
Camp Christmas debuted at Stanley Marketplace in 2019.
The first auction occurred in October 2026.
The second auction takes place Nov. 4-11, 2026.
The third auction takes place Nov. 18-25, 2026.
The fourth auction takes place Dec. 9-16, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The closure reflects a broader shift toward smaller, high-frequency pop-up concepts, such as the 60 Christmas-themed bars now operating across Denver. This market saturation contrasts with the era of large-scale, singular installations that previously dominated the seasonal landscape.
Fans of the installation can now bid on individual props and decorations through the Enchantment Bazaar platform. These auctions provide the only opportunity for the public to acquire pieces from the event before the inventory is fully liquidated.
The takeaway
The end of this long-running installation marks a transition toward more decentralized holiday entertainment in the city. Collectors looking for seasonal decor can participate in the ongoing online auctions to acquire legacy items from the event.
What happens next
The remaining two liquidation auctions are scheduled to take place from Nov. 18-25 and Dec. 9-16, 2026.
Further reading
For more on how the local holiday scene is evolving, visit Denver Seasonal Events.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Denver Post.
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