Our mountains are open for skiing and riding, and the holiday season has arrived in Park City and the Heber Valley! The pandemic continues to require that we operate a little differently this winter season, and many of the holiday events to which we are accustomed have been cancelled. Despite that, there remains a multitude of ways to have fun and celebrate this holiday season! See below for a great collection of fun, socially-distanced events and activities along with a full list of virtual events to enjoy at home.
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HISTORIC PARK CITY
SNOW GLOBE STROLL
Through January 3rd
Historic Main St | Park City
The Snow Globe Stroll is a new, interactive event that features nine life-sized Snow Globes designed to represent everything there is to love about Park City. The Snow Globes are located in multiple spots on Park City’s Historic Main Street.
View the Snow Globe map.
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NORTH POLE EXPRESS
Through December 23rd
Heber Creeper | 450 S 6th W | Heber
This fun, traditional train ride to the North Pole is a family favorite. Included on this 90-minute round trip to the North Pole are hot cocoa, Mrs. Claus' famous chocolate chip cookies, elves, and Santa with a gift for each child.
More info here.
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MIDWAY ICE CASTLES
Opening Date is Weather-Dependent
Homestead Resort, Midway
The Ice Castles are an award-winning frozen attraction built using hundreds of thousands of icicles hand-placed by professional ice artists. The castles include LED-lit sculptures, frozen thrones, tunnels, slides, fountains, and more.
Opening date and more info.
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SLEIGH RIDES
PARK CITY RESORT
Ride in a horse drawn sleigh up to our mountain lodge for a unique, delicious evening. The Snowed Inn Sleigh Company offers horse drawn sleigh rides with or without dinner. More info here.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN OUTFITTERS
Enjoy a unique, historic, and memorable experience on a horse drawn buggy or sleigh ride at Midway's Soldier Hollow and Homestead Resort. More info here.
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THE VIKING YURT -
BOOK NOW!
This 4-hour dining experience begins with an 1,800 foot sleigh ride up the slopes of Park City Mountain Resort, with incredible views of the night sky and the best evening views of Park City and the surrounding mountains. This is a truly memorable dining experience.
For more info click here.
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CHRISTMAS IN COLOR
Through January 2 | Salt Lake County Fairgrounds
Drive through millions of lights perfectly synchronized to holiday music you’ll hear right through your radio. Drive by giant candy canes, snowmen, arched pathways, and more.
Get tickets here.
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LUMAZE OUTDOOR LIGHTS FESTIVAL
Through January 2 | Utah State Fairground | Salt Lake City
The Utah State Fairground has been transformed into a twinkling Christmas Wonderland. New precautions make this a safe way to have some fun this season. More info here.
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FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Through January 1 | Canyon View Park | Spanish Fork
Festival of Lights celebrates its 29th year this season. It is one of the most popular Christmas light drive throughs in Utah County due to its consistency and affordable admission. With over a million lights, the Festival of Lights is sure to become one of your favorite holiday traditions. More info here.
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LUMINARIA
Through January 2
Ashton Gardens | Lehi
An enchanting walk through Ashton Gardens transports you to another world with all of the sights, smells, sounds, and tastes of the holidays. A one-way path guides you past a brand new light and music show on 6,500 programmable luminaries blanketing a hill. Tickets here.
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OGDEN'S CHRISTMAS VILLAGE | Through January 1
Downtown Ogden | 353 E 25th Street
Christmas Village illuminates Ogden’s downtown area with magnificent displays and holiday lights every year from the Saturday after Thanksgiving through January 1st. Spectators find themselves in a dazzling winter wonderland set aglow with Christmas lights and a unique setting of cottages modeled after Santa’s village at the North Pole. More info here.
Can't make it in person? Take a virtual tour here!
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EVOLVED VIDEO CALLS
- Games with Video Chats: Rummikub and Connect 4 are great for video chatting.
- Collective Cooking: Choose a recipe, like Christmas cookies, and cook it together with your computers in the kitchen, or try Sur La Table's online classes.
- Wine Tasting: Send out a list beforehand, and drink your way down the list together!
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ZOOM WITH SANTA
Multiple companies are offering visits with Santa from the safety of your home! Your kids can tell Santa what they're wishing for, whether they've been good (or not), and sing a holiday song without waiting in line or risking crowds.
Kringle Mingle | Jingle Ring | Macy's
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BALLET WEST'S THE NUTCRACKER
December 24, 25, and January 1
Ballet West will keep the 65-year Utah holiday tradition of The Nutcracker alive by partnering with KSL-TV to air the production commercial free on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. More information here.
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CHRISTMAS WITH THE TABERNACLE CHOIR
Various Dates Throughout December
This December, PBS stations and BYUtv will air the 17th annual Christmas with The Tabernacle Choir holiday special featuring Tony Award®-winning star Kelli O'Hara and renowned actor Richard Thomas.
More information here.
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PARK CITY FILM SERIES
Virtual Film Series 2020 | ParkCityFilm.org
Park City Film is a nonprofit organization presenting the best of independent feature, documentary, world, and local cinema. Our mission is to create community through film.
KOSHIEN: | Through December 11
ZAPPA | Through December 11
SNOWLAND | December 18
BORN TO BE | Through December 21
76 DAYS | Through December 24
YALDA | Through December 28
ANOTHER ROUND | Through December 28
NYICFF KIDS FLICKS | Through December 31
FRIDA KAHLO | Through January 10
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LITTLE NATURALIST FACEBOOK LIVE READING
December 14 | 10am - 11am
Swaner Eco Center Facebook
This is a live, virtual, nature-themed story time. After each reading, instructions for a simple craft or activity that can be completed in your own home will be available to continue your child’s learning.
More info here.
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VIRTUAL HOLIDAY EVENTS ACROSS THE COUNTRY
via Eventbrite
Looking for even more virtual holiday event ideas? Check out the hundreds of unique virtual holiday events in which you can participate. You're sure to find something that's up your alley.
See the events here.
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SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL
January 28 - February 3
Sundance will be different this year. The festival will forego in-person events this year and instead will be entirely virtual, offering an online platform featuring seven days of premieres, events, artist talks, and cutting-edge XR exhibitions.
Stay up to date on the plans here.
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HAPPY DRAGON DESIGNS
Custom Jewelry
Alix Railton creates beautiful custom jewelry from recycled metal. She also repurposes and can bring new life to your old family heirlooms.
Shop Here
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CADE&CO
Baby Shoes and Luxury Goods
Cade&Co specializes in handmade leather baby shoes and luxury goods. Each shoe is individually made in Park City and are made in a design recommended by pediatricians.
Shop Here
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JUANITA MARSHALL CERAMICS
Juanita Marshall makes beautiful ceramic pieces both on the wheel and through hand building. Contact her on Facebook for custom pieces!
Shop Here
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RED FLOWER STUDIOS
Glass Art & Classes
Red Flower studios is a collection of local glass artists. Shop online or book a private class to create something yourself!
Shop Here
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LARRABEE CERAMICS
Bruce Larrabee became a full time potter in Utah in 1983. Bruce's trademark is the beautiful fluidity of his glazes.
Shop Here
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QUINCY CANDLE CO
Hand-Poured Candles
Quincy Candle Co makes beautiful concrete candle molds hand poured with soy blend wax. Once you burn through the candle, they can easily be refilled!
Shop Here
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LOVE YOUR PET BAKERY
Dog Treats
Don't forget a present for your best friend! Love Your Pet has tasty treats and food for dogs and cats. They also have a subscription box option, which could be a good gift for your favorite dog lover!
Shop Here
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THE CHICKS COMPANY
Locally Blended Coffee
Inspiring a community of Active Women with empowering products, The Chicks Company features collections of apparel, coffee, and accessories.
Shop Here
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RIDE-ON TEXT ALERTS
Old Town Park City
Learn about real-time travel impacts in Park City before hitting the road (or the slopes). RideOn is a text alert program for real-time congestion, parking, transit, weather, and other transportation related impacts in Park City.
Text 'RIDEON' (one word) to 888-777 to subscribe. More info here.
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INTERACTIVE PARKING MAP
Old Town Park City
This map displays parking locations and parking rules. You can click on a colored block and find information about the parking rules for that particular lot. The rules reflect the changes that will be active beginning December 15th.
More info here.
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Wishing you and yours a very safe, healthy, and happy holiday season.
We hope to see you on the slopes or safely out and about around town!
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