Last updated: November 11, 2024
Explore the key highlights of the festive season in Provo. Our guide has all the must-see events. For Provo regulars and one-time guests, our guide is your compass through the winter wonderland.
Popular events include the mesmerizing Candlelight Christmas, where enchanting lights and music create a beautiful holiday atmosphere. Another unique experience is the North Pole Express, featuring a magical train ride that immerses families in the spirit of the season. And the Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it showcases breathtaking performances that resonate with holiday cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Santa visits and festive light display on the river.
Join a festive boat ride on the Provo River, featuring thousands of twinkling lights and Christmas music. Enjoy holiday scenes along the shore and a surprise visit from Santa.
Where: Provo | More Info: Christmas Cruise on the Provo River
Interactive light and fire performance with themed areas.
Luminaria at Thanksgiving Point features millions of twinkling lights, 28 themed areas, and a new Fire and Ice show. The event includes interactive elements, holiday music, and special treats like s'mores and hot chocolate. The Tree of Life sculpture garden offers a quiet reflection area with 130 bronze sculptures.
Where: Lehi | More Info: Luminaria
Over 1.5 million lights illuminated in a festive setting.
The Lighting of Riverwoods is a spectacular event featuring over 1.5 million lights, live entertainment, life-sized photo ops, and fireworks. It is a festive celebration to welcome the holiday season.
Where: Provo | More Info: Lighting of Riverwoods
Twinkling lights reflecting on Salem Pond.
Pond Town Christmas features a festive light display at Salem Pond, running from November 29, 2024, to January 1, 2025, with free public access from 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where: Salem | More Info: Pond Town Christmas Lights
Drive-through holiday light display with festive music.
The Festival of Lights is a festive event featuring nightly light displays at Canyon View Park, running from Thanksgiving night through New Year's Day. The event offers a scenic drive-through experience with holiday music and illuminated displays.
Where: Spanish Fork | More Info: Festival of Lights
Synchronized light display along city streets.
The Winter Lights Parade in Spanish Fork features a spectacular display of lights and decorations along the city's streets, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere.
Where: Spanish Fork | More Info: Winter Lights Parade
Over 1.5 million lights and live entertainment.
The Lighting of Riverwoods at The Shops at Riverwoods features over 1.5 million lights, live entertainment, life-sized photo ops, and fireworks. It is a free event that welcomes the holiday season with a spectacular display.
Where: Provo | More Info: Christmas at The Riverwoods
Holiday celebration with hot chocolate and cookies.
Join Taylorsville City for a festive tree lighting ceremony at Centennial Plaza. Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while celebrating the start of the holiday season.
Where: Taylorsville | More Info: Taylorsville Tree Lighting Ceremony
Traditional train ride with festive treats and Santa's visit.
Join us on a 90-minute round trip to the North Pole aboard the Heber Valley Railroad. Enjoy hot cocoa, Mrs. Claus' famous chocolate chip cookies, and sing along to new and traditional Christmas favorites. Be entertained by hosts, elves, cocoa chefs, and special guests. Santa will join you for the return trip and greet each child with a special gift.
Where: Heber City | More Info: North Pole Express
Interactive holiday activities with Santa visits and festive food.
Santa's Village is a holiday celebration featuring food, holiday vendors, live entertainment, and Santa visits at Civic Center Park in Springville. Enjoy festive activities, including a tree lighting ceremony and Santa's house, where children can receive candy canes and parents can take photos.
Where: Orem | More Info: Santa's Village
Longest continuous broadcast on radio, featuring the world-renowned Tabernacle Choir.
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square presents a weekly program of music and inspirational messages, featuring sacred hymns and uplifting selections. This long-standing tradition has been a source of peace, hope, and inspiration for nearly a century.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Music & The Spoken Word
Annual holiday concert by BYU combined choirs and Philharmonic.
The BYU Celebration of Christmas features the combined choirs and Philharmonic performing a well-loved annual concert celebrating the sounds of the holiday season. Conducted by Andrew Crane, Sonja Poulter, Brent Wells, and Nathan Haines, the event includes a ticketed dress rehearsal on December 5 and performances on December 6 and 7.
Where: Provo | More Info: Celebration of Christmas
World-class choral performance with international guest artists.
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square join with award-winning artists Lea Salonga and Sir David Suchet for a festive and uplifting Christmas special. This concert features timeless carols, treasured Christmas songs, and a story of heroic service.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Christmas with the Tabernacle Choir
World-class holiday performances with renowned guest artists.
The Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square present annual free Christmas concerts featuring guest artists, traditional carols, and inspirational music in the 21,000-seat Conference Center.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Christmas Concerts on Temple Square
Sacred musical drama with 38 musical numbers.
Savior of the World is a sacred musical drama depicting the life and resurrection of Jesus Christ through 38 musical numbers, including vocal solos, choruses, and instrumental underscores. The production is a testament to Christ's divine mission as the Savior and Redeemer of the world, with a focus on the birth and resurrection events. Costuming is inspired by paintings of Carl Bloch, and set design is kept simple to present the sacred story without distraction.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Savior of the World
Acapella performances of Baroque and contemporary music.
The Utah Baroque Ensemble presents a Christmas concert featuring early period sacred music and contemporary pieces, with a mix of choral performances and audience participation.
Where: Provo | More Info: Utah Baroque Ensemble Christmas Concert
Unique blend of traditional and contemporary handbell music.
The Utah Valley Handbell Choir, established in 1993, is a community ensemble dedicated to entertaining, educating, and enriching audiences through the art of handbell music. Under the direction of Karen Eskew-Wyllie and currently Dr. Glen Hicks, the choir has developed a reputation for excellence and artistry, performing a diverse repertoire of sacred and popular songs.
Where: Provo | More Info: Utah Valley Handbell Choir
Holiday celebration with Santa, music, games, and ice skating.
Herriman’s Night of Lights is an annual holiday event featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus, musical performances, games, crafts, and ice skating at Crane Plaza and City Hall.
Where: Herriman | More Info: Herriman’s Night of Lights
Dazzling spectacle with pyrotechnics and lasers.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra presents an all-new version of "The Lost Christmas Eve," a rock opera that tells a poignant story of redemption and family, featuring fan-favorites and elaborate pyrotechnics and lasers.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Live Nativity scenes and historic pioneer home activities.
Step back in time to celebrate Christmas pioneer style at This Is The Place Heritage Park. Enjoy activities like candle making, letters to Santa, and live Nativity scenes. Visit Father Christmas, explore historic pioneer homes, and shop for holiday gifts at the Gift Shop and ZCMI Mercantile. Savor a hot meal at the Huntsman Hotel while strolling through the village, serenaded by Heritage Village Carolers.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Candlelight Christmas
Traditional holiday activities in a historic setting.
Celebrate the holiday season with traditional crafts, storytelling, and games at Provo Pioneer Village, where the spirit of the pioneers comes alive.
Where: Provo | More Info: A Pioneer Christmas
Science-themed art projects with Santa's supervision.
Meet Santa and engage in science-themed art projects while enjoying cookies and milk. This family-friendly event offers a broad range of activities suitable for all ability levels, with Santa overseeing the work. The event is free and open to all.
Where: Springville | More Info: Santa's Art Shop
Santa-themed 5K with Milk and Cookie Aid stations.
The Utah Santa Run - Provo is a 5K holiday-themed event held at the Shops at Riverwoods. Participants receive a Santa suit and run through a primarily flat out-and-back course that takes them up Provo Canyon and back. The event features Milk and Cookie Aid stations manned by cheerful Elves, creating a fun and merry experience for all involved.
Where: Provo | More Info: Santa Run
Annual ski tradition with complimentary refreshments.
Deer Valley Resort's Torchlight Parade features a spectacular ski run down Big Stick ski run on Bald Eagle Mountain, accompanied by complimentary hot chocolate, cider, and cookies.
Where: Park City | More Info: Torchlight Parade
