Discover the festive delights of Bountiful with our holiday guide. Whether you've called Bountiful home for years or just for the holidays, this guide ensures a joyful experience.
One of the highlights of the season is the Tabernacle Choir Christmas Concert, where spectacular performances and holiday classics fill the air with cheer. Additionally, immerse yourself in the thrilling sounds of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve, known for its unique blend of rock and orchestral music. And the enchanting Christmas on Temple Square is something you definitely don't want to miss for its stunning light displays and festive atmosphere. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Bountiful
- Tabernacle Choir Christmas Concert (Salt Lake City)
- Christmas on Temple Square (Salt Lake City)
- Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve (Salt Lake City)
- Festival of Trees (Sandy)
- Christkindlmarkt at This is the Place Heritage Park (Salt Lake City)
- A Christmas Carol
- Luminaria at Thanksgiving Point (Lehi)
- ZooLights at Utah’s Hogle Zoo (Salt Lake City)
- Walk the Windows at The Grand America (Salt Lake City)
- Park City Torchlight Parade (Park City)
See these and even more events listed below!
Bountiful Holiday Light Displays
Christmas on Temple Square
What to Expect:
Annual holiday light display with musical performances and cultural traditions.
Description:
Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah, transforms into a spectacular holiday destination with over one million lights illuminating the grounds. The lights are turned on the day after the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday and remain until January 1. The event features daily concerts by local choirs and various musical performances, including international nativities and traditional displays. Visitors can also participate in the Light the World Giving Machines and enjoy guided tours of the historic sites.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Christmas on Temple Square
ZooLights at Utah’s Hogle Zoo
What to Expect:
Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
Description:
At Utah's Hogle Zoo, ZooLights features thousands of lights and nature-focused lighting displays showcasing animal and holiday scenes. Enjoy a holiday walk-through event filled with your favorite animals, hot chocolate, and festive activities.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: ZooLights at Utah’s Hogle Zoo
Luminaria at Thanksgiving Point
What to Expect:
Interactive light and sound show with themed areas and unique sculptures.
Description:
Luminaria at Thanksgiving Point is a spectacular holiday light display featuring millions of twinkling lights, themed areas, and interactive elements. The event includes the iconic Merry Mosaic, the Fire and Ice show, and the Tree of Life sculpture garden, offering a unique and memorable experience for all ages.
Where: Lehi | More Info: Luminaria at Thanksgiving Point
Ogden Christmas Village
What to Expect:
Free holiday light display with Santa visits and train rides.
Description:
Ogden Christmas Village is a free holiday event featuring a block of downtown Ogden illuminated with colorful lights, decorated cottages, and festive displays. Visitors can stroll through the village, peek into the windows of historical and themed houses, ride a small train, and meet Santa Claus.
Where: Ogden | More Info: Ogden Christmas Village
Layton City ‘Lights Before Christmas’
What to Expect:
Interactive light display with local school choir performances.
Description:
Layton City’s ‘Lights Before Christmas’ is a festive holiday light display at Layton Commons Park, featuring a variety of illuminated animals and a tunnel of lights. The event includes performances by local elementary school choirs at the Layton High School Auditorium, culminating in a countdown to turn on the holiday lights.
Where: Layton | More Info: Layton City ‘Lights Before Christmas’
Bountiful Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christkindlmarkt at This is the Place Heritage Park
What to Expect:
German-inspired holiday market with wooden vendor booths and festive entertainment.
Description:
Christkindlmarkt at This Is The Place Heritage Park offers a unique holiday shopping and cultural experience inspired by German Christmas markets. Tantalizing food and festive holiday entertainment await you as you stroll through wooden vendor booths amidst the park's backdrop. The St. Martin's Lantern Parade celebrates acts of service throughout the community.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Christkindlmarkt at This is the Place Heritage Park
Bountiful Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve
What to Expect:
An all-new version of the final chapter in TSO's Christmas trilogy.
Description:
Trans-Siberian Orchestra presents "The Lost Christmas Eve," an all-new version of the final chapter in their Christmas trilogy. This epic production features fan-favorite songs and a compelling story that explores the emotional depth of the holiday season.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve
A Christmas Carol
What to Expect:
Classic adaptation of Charles Dickens' novella with a focus on character development and emotional depth.
Description:
A Christmas Carol is a timeless tale of redemption and transformation, where Ebenezer Scrooge's journey from miserliness to kindness is a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion and generosity.
Where: Bountiful | More Info: A Christmas Carol
Tabernacle Choir Christmas Concert
What to Expect:
World-class choral performance with guest artists.
Description:
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square presents a festive holiday concert featuring renowned guest artists, traditional hymns, and classic Christmas carols.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Tabernacle Choir Christmas Concert
Bountiful Holiday Giving Opportunities
Festival of Trees
What to Expect:
Community-created holiday decorations in a silent auction.
Description:
The Festival of Trees is a holiday event featuring beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, and gingerbread houses created by community volunteers. All funds raised support Primary Children's Hospital, providing care to families in need.
Where: Sandy | More Info: Festival of Trees
Bountiful Other Holiday Activities
Park City Torchlight Parade
What to Expect:
Annual ski descent with complimentary refreshments.
Description:
The Torchlight Parade at Deer Valley Resort is an annual tradition where guests can witness skiers descending the Big Stick ski run on Bald Eagle Mountain, behind Snow Park Lodge, as the sun sets. Complimentary hot chocolate, cider, and cookies are served on the Snow Park plaza.
Where: Park City | More Info: Park City Torchlight Parade
Walk the Windows at The Grand America
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday window displays with a hidden kitty scavenger hunt.
Description:
The Grand America Hotel's Holiday Window Stroll features intricately designed windows celebrating Utah's winter wonders, including a playful kitty named Snowball. Each window display includes a QR code with a letter from Jaqueline Frost, and finding Snowball in each window earns you a chance to win a free night stay at the hotel.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Walk the Windows at The Grand America
Breakfast with Santa at Gardner Village
What to Expect:
Interactive breakfast with Santa and his elves.
Description:
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for a delightful breakfast at Gardner Village. Enjoy a buffet featuring juicy watermelon, skillet potatoes, scrambled cheesy eggs, chocolate chip pancakes, smoked bacon, hot creamy chocolate, coffee, orange juice, and water. The event includes music, an activity, and playful interactions with Santa's elves. Make lasting memories and create cherished Christmas traditions.
Where: West Jordan | More Info: Breakfast with Santa at Gardner Village
Bountiful Ice Ribbon Fun Date
What to Expect:
Unique outdoor ice skating experience with scenic amenities.
Description:
Bountiful Ice Ribbon offers an outdoor 520-foot loop ice rink with amenities like restrooms, firepits, seating areas, and heat lamps. Enjoy ice skating with family and friends while exploring Bountiful Main Street's shops and restaurants.
Where: Bountiful | More Info: Bountiful Ice Ribbon Fun Date
Christmas in Farmington
What to Expect:
Efficient neighborhood-wide Christmas tree collection.
Description:
In Farmington, Christmas trees are collected on the Second Saturday in January, following specific guidelines to ensure efficient pickup. Trees must be placed near the sidewalk, without stands, and no taller than 8 feet. Decorations and lights should be removed, and trees should be kept clear of snow for easy spotting.
Where: Farmington | More Info: Christmas in Farmington
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Farmington (6 miles)
- Salt Lake City (9 miles)
- Kaysville (11 miles)
- South Salt Lake (12 miles)
- Layton (13 miles)
- East Millcreek (14 miles)
- Millcreek (14 miles)
- West Valley City (15 miles)
- Murray (15 miles)
- Holladay (16 miles)
- Taylorsville (16 miles)
- Syracuse (17 miles)
- Kearns (17 miles)
- Magna (17 miles)
- Clearfield (17 miles)
- Cottonwood Heights (19 miles)
- Midvale (19 miles)
- Clinton (19 miles)
- West Jordan (20 miles)
- Roy (20 miles)
- Sandy (21 miles)
- Sandy Hills (21 miles)
- South Jordan (23 miles)
- South Jordan Heights (23 miles)
- Ogden (24 miles)
- Draper (25 miles)
- Riverton (26 miles)
- Herriman (27 miles)
- Tooele (33 miles)
- Lehi (34 miles)
- American Fork (36 miles)
- Pleasant Grove (37 miles)
- Saratoga Springs (37 miles)
- Eagle Mountain (40 miles)
- Orem (42 miles)