December in Utah offers a distinctive blend of natural beauty and seasonal charm. The mountains are covered in fresh snow, offering some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the world. Cities come alive with holiday lights and local traditions. In southern Utah, snowy landscapes contrast strikingly with red rock formations, offering a rare and unique perspective. Below is a selection of events across the state to make this season even more memorable.

Wasatch Front (Salt Lake City)

Christmas in Color
Now through December 29th
Utah State University Bastian Agricultural Center

Christkindlmarkt SLC
December 4th - 7th
This is the Place Heritage Park

Luminaria
November 14th - January 4th
Thanksgiving Point

 

Wasatch Back (а®ÌåÓý & Deer Valley)

Holiday Lights Wagon Ride
Various dates in November & December
Jordanelle State Park

Santa Claus Visits Deer Valley
December 24th
Snow Park or Silver Lake areas

Hanukkah Candle Lighting
December 25th - January 2
Snowbird

 

St. George

Christmas in the Canyon
November 29th - December 23
Tuacahn Amphitheatre

Light the Night Event 2024
December 6th
St. George Art Museum

 

Moab

Moab City Tree Lighting
December 6th
Swanny Park

Electric Lights Parade
December 7
Moab City Park