Looking forward to the holidays in Lehi? Our guide has everything you need to know! From Lehi regulars to holiday explorers, our guide highlights the season's top events.
Popular among locals, the Luminaria at Ashton Gardens transforms the gardens into a breathtaking display of lights and festive décor. Another highlight features community spirit as families gather to enjoy the sights of the Lehi City Santa Parade, showcasing festive floats and cheerful participants. And the City Creek Center Holiday Decor is something you definitely don't want to miss with its enchanting decorations throughout the shopping center. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Lehi
- Luminaria at Ashton Gardens
- City Creek Center Holiday Decor (Salt Lake City)
- Lehi City Santa Parade
- Candlelight Christmas at This Is the Place Heritage Park (Salt Lake City)
- Christmas Maker’s Market at Scera (Orem)
- Beehive Bazaar (Provo)
- Lehi City Outdoor Ice Rink
- Festival of Trees (Sandy)
- Tree of Life in Draper City Park (Draper)
- Hee Haw Farms Christmas Festival (Pleasant Grove)
See these and even more events listed below!
Lehi Holiday Light Displays
Luminaria at Ashton Gardens
What to Expect:
Interactive light and fire performance with themed areas.
Description:
Luminaria at Ashton Gardens features millions of twinkling lights guiding you through dozens of themed areas, including the iconic luminaire hill and the Fire and Ice show. The event also includes the Tree of Life garden with 130 bronze sculptures embodying hope and redemption.
Where: Lehi | More Info: Luminaria at Ashton Gardens
CLAS Ropes Christmas Cruise
What to Expect:
Unique holiday boat ride with festive lights and Santa visit.
Description:
Join CLAS Ropes for a Christmas Cruise on the Provo River, featuring festive decorations, thousands of twinkling lights, and Christmas music. Enjoy holiday scenes along the shore and a surprise visit from Santa.
Where: Provo | More Info: CLAS Ropes Christmas Cruise
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 in downtown Ogden featuring a block-long display of colorful lights, decorated cottages, and festive decorations. Visitors can stroll through the village, peek into the cottages, ride a small train, and see Santa Claus. The event also includes live music and fireworks.
Where: Ogden | More Info: Ogden Christmas Village
Layton City ‘Lights Before Christmas’
What to Expect:
Free holiday light display with live performances.
Description:
Layton City 'Lights Before Christmas' is a daily holiday light display at Layton Commons Park, featuring a variety of festive lights and decorations. The event includes a holiday lighting ceremony with local elementary school choirs performing at Layton High School Auditorium, followed by a countdown to turn on the lights at 7:00 PM. The display is open from dusk to 11:00 PM daily from November 21 through December 31.
Where: Layton | More Info: Layton City ‘Lights Before Christmas’
Lehi Holiday Markets and Shopping
Beehive Bazaar
What to Expect:
Unique, hand-selected inventory of local artisans' creations.
Description:
The Beehive Bazaar is a premier handmade art and craft fair featuring over 100 local artists. It showcases unique, high-quality handmade goods including jewelry, paintings, bags, glass, vinyl, paper, clothing, and accessories, as well as artisanal baked goods and treats.
Where: Provo | More Info: Beehive Bazaar
Christmas Maker’s Market at Scera
What to Expect:
Unique holiday shopping experience with handmade items and festive activities.
Description:
The Christmas Maker’s Market at SCERA features a 2-day outdoor holiday market with 50+ vendors offering high-quality, handmade items, food trucks, fire pits, and kids' activities like making snowflakes and visiting Santa and Buddy the Elf. The event includes a Christmas Cookie Contest and gingerbread house kits.
Where: Orem | More Info: Christmas Maker’s Market at Scera
City Creek Center Holiday Decor
What to Expect:
Elegant holiday decorations in a world-class shopping mall.
Description:
City Creek Center transforms into a beautifully decorated holiday destination with stunning displays and festive ambiance, offering a unique shopping and dining experience.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: City Creek Center Holiday Decor
Lehi Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Lehi City Santa Parade
What to Expect:
Tree lighting ceremony and visits with Santa.
Description:
The Lehi City Santa Parade is a festive event that begins at Lehi High School and concludes with a tree lighting ceremony, free hot chocolate, and visits with Santa at the Main Street Plaza.
Where: Lehi | More Info: Lehi City Santa Parade
Lehi Arts Council Holiday Review
What to Expect:
Family-friendly, high-quality theater performances.
Description:
The Lehi Arts Council Holiday Review showcases high-quality theater, music, and visual arts, celebrating the community's creative spirit.
Where: Lehi | More Info: Lehi Arts Council Holiday Review
Lehi Other Holiday Activities
Lehi City Outdoor Ice Rink
What to Expect:
Temporary outdoor ice skating facility with community events.
Description:
Lehi City's outdoor ice rink offers public skating, skate lessons, and special events like story time with Santa and ornament-making stations. The rink is located at the Lehi Sports Complex and features a 5,000-square-foot engineered aluminum floor.
Where: Lehi | More Info: Lehi City Outdoor Ice Rink
Hee Haw Farms Christmas Festival
What to Expect:
Thousands of twinkling Christmas lights and festive displays.
Description:
Hee Haw Farms Christmas Festival features thousands of twinkling Christmas lights, a walking nativity, and Christmas displays, along with visits to Santa and storytelling.
Where: Pleasant Grove | More Info: Hee Haw Farms Christmas Festival
Candlelight Christmas at This Is the Place Heritage Park
What to Expect:
Interactive pioneer-themed holiday activities.
Description:
Celebrate Christmas pioneer-style at This Is the Place Heritage Park with Father Christmas, live Nativity, and historic activities like candle making and letter writing to Santa. Enjoy holiday shopping at the Gift Shop and ZCMI Mercantile, and warm up with a hot meal at the Huntsman Hotel.
Where: Salt Lake City | More Info: Candlelight Christmas at This Is the Place Heritage Park
Tree of Life in Draper City Park
What to Expect:
Decorated tree symbolizing community and nature.
Description:
Tree of Life in Draper City Park is a beautifully decorated tree that symbolizes the city's commitment to community and nature. The tree is adorned with lights and ornaments, creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere that brings people together.
Where: Draper | More Info: Tree of Life in Draper City Park
Festival of Trees
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday celebration with silent auction and live performances.
Description:
The Festival of Trees is a holiday event featuring beautifully decorated Christmas trees, wreaths, and gingerbread houses, with proceeds supporting Primary Children's Hospital. It includes a silent auction, live performances, and various activities.
Where: Sandy | More Info: Festival of Trees
Christmas in Farmington
What to Expect:
Curbside Christmas tree pickup with specific guidelines.
Description:
In Farmington, Christmas trees are collected on the Second Saturday in January. Residents must place their trees near the sidewalk, remove tree stands, and ensure the tree is not taller than 8 feet. Decorations and lights should be removed, and the tree should be kept clear of snow for easy spotting.
Where: Farmington | More Info: Christmas in Farmington
Winter Scenic Snowbird Tram Ride
What to Expect:
Unique aerial tram experience with stunning mountain views.
Description:
Ride Snowbird's Aerial Tram to Hidden Peak, enjoying breathtaking views of snow-capped slopes and the Salt Lake Valley.
Where: Snowbird | More Info: Winter Scenic Snowbird Tram Ride
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- American Fork (3 miles)
- Saratoga Springs (4 miles)
- Pleasant Grove (6 miles)
- Draper (9 miles)
- Eagle Mountain (10 miles)
- Riverton (10 miles)
- Orem (11 miles)
- South Jordan (12 miles)
- Herriman (13 miles)
- South Jordan Heights (13 miles)
- Sandy Hills (13 miles)
- Sandy (14 miles)
- Provo (15 miles)
- Midvale (15 miles)
- West Jordan (16 miles)
- Cottonwood Heights (16 miles)
- Murray (19 miles)
- Holladay (19 miles)
- Taylorsville (20 miles)
- Kearns (20 miles)
- Springville (20 miles)
- Millcreek (20 miles)
- East Millcreek (21 miles)
- Spanish Fork (22 miles)
- West Valley City (22 miles)
- South Salt Lake (23 miles)
- Tooele (25 miles)
- Magna (26 miles)
- Salt Lake City (26 miles)
- Bountiful (34 miles)
- Farmington (41 miles)
- Kaysville (45 miles)