There’s something undeniably magical about the moment the holidays arrive. Lights begin to sparkle, carols float through the air, and Santa himself starts making appearances throughout the community. Whether you’re looking for the perfect place to snap a photo with Ol’ St. Nick or hoping to kick off Christmas with a festive countdown beneath a towering, twinkling tree, we’ve gathered the local events that capture the heart of the holidays. Let the magic begin!

November 24

Bountiful City Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Bountiful Main Street | 6 pm
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Layton City Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Layton Commons Park | 6 – 8 pm
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November 28

Santa’s Arrival & Tree Lighting
Station Park | 5 pm
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December 1

Lighting of the Trees
Founders Park | 6 pm
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Winter Lights Fest
North Salt Lake City Hall | 6 pm
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Christmas Concert
Syracuse High School | 6:30 pm
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Clearfield City Tree Lighting
Clearfield City Hall | 6 pm
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Remembrance & Tree Lighting
Memorial Lakeview Mortuary | 6 pm
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December 2

North Pole at the Eyrie
Glen Eagle Golf Course | 6 – 7:30 pm
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December 3

Holiday Hayrides
Layton Commons Park | 6 – 8 pm
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December 6

Kaysville City’s Annual Fill the Fire Truck
Barnes Park Parking Lot | 10 am – 12 pm
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Gingerbread Festival
Bountiful Davis Art Center | 10 am – 2 pm
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December 8

Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus
J&J Nursery | 5 – 8 pm
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December 13

Reindeer Express
USU Botanical Center | 10 am
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Christmas Pop-up Market
444 S State Street, Clearfield | 10 am – 2 pm
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Swim with Santa
Clearfield Aquatic Center | 10 am – 12 pm
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