About this event
Come learn about the surprising history behind this popular carol, and answer the question of "How many birds is that by the end of the song?" This fast and fun talk is about 30 minutes.
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12 Days of Christmas is for the Birds
Thu, Dec 10, 2026, 10:00 AM at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N 30th St, Colorado Springs.
Date
Thu, Dec 10
Time
10am MST
until 10:45am MST
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