December Activities in Salt Lake, Utah

December 12–13 — Tabernacle Choir Christmas Concert (Conference Center) 🎼✨

Experience a cherished holiday tradition with the world-famous Tabernacle Choir. This year’s concert features Tony Award®-winning star Stephanie J. Block and acclaimed actor Sebastian Arcelus. Ages 8+. Performances at 8 p.m.
📍 60 West North Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84150

December 13, 19, 20, 22 & 23 — Breakfast with Santa (Grand America Hotel) 🎅🍳

Enjoy a magical morning with a festive breakfast buffet, live singing, story time, and photos with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Seating at 10:00, 10:30 & 11:00 a.m.
📍 555 South Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

December 12–27 — A Christmas Carol (Hale Centre Theatre) 🎭🎄

Celebrate the 41st annual performance of Dickens’ timeless tale as Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation unfolds in this lavish, heartwarming production. Multiple showtimes online.
📍 9900 South Monroe Street, Sandy, UT 84070

December 12–27 — Ballet West’s The Nutcracker (Capitol Theatre) 🩰❄️

Utah’s most iconic holiday tradition returns with Tchaikovsky’s beloved score and stunning choreography. Multiple showtimes available.
📍 50 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

December 12–13 — Daybreak Winter Market (Daybreak Community Center) 🛍️🎁

Browse handcrafted goods, tasty treats, and festive vendors at this cozy indoor market. Meet Mr. & Mrs. Claus on Saturday from 10–2:30.
🕓 Dec 12: 4–9 p.m. | Dec 13: 10–3 p.m.
📍 4544 Harvest Moon Drive, South Jordan, UT 84095

December 12–20 — Elf the Musical (Draper Historic Theatre) 🤶🎶

Follow Buddy the Elf in this fun, family-friendly musical full of humor and holiday cheer. Multiple showtimes Dec 12–20.
📍 12366 South 900 East, Draper, UT 84020

December 12 & 19 — Festive Fridays (Wheeler Farm) 🎅🎨

Meet Santa on the farmhouse porch, craft with elves, and enjoy festive wagon rides. Santa appears 5–7 p.m. Wagon rides are $3 per person.
📍 6351 South 900 East, Murray, UT 84121

December 12–31 — Lights On at Pioneer Park ✨🌟

Walk through glowing trees, giant ornaments, a twinkling light tunnel, and more in this sparkling holiday display at Pioneer Park.
📍 350 South 300 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

December 12–14 — ’Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil (Eccles Theater) 🎪💫

Cirque du Soleil presents a breathtaking acrobatic twist on the classic Christmas tale, perfect for families. Multiple showtimes available.
📍 131 South Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

December 12–January 4 — ZooLights (Hogle Zoo) 🦁✨

Stroll through dazzling animal-shaped displays and magical holiday lights at this nighttime zoo tradition. Open nightly 5:30–9 p.m. (select nights).
📍 2600 East Sunnyside Avenue, Salt Lake City, UT 84108

December 12–March 1 — Ice Skating (Gallivan Center) ⛸️❄️

Skate under twinkling lights in downtown Salt Lake City! Enjoy hot cocoa and festive music. Open to the public; no reservations required.
📍 239 South Main Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

December 12–30 — Titanic: The Exhibition (The Shops at South Town) 🚢🖼️

Step inside beautifully recreated Titanic interiors, explore real artifacts, and follow the journey of a real passenger from your boarding pass. Book tickets online.
📍 10450 S. State Street, Sandy, UT 84070

December 13 — 2nd Annual Veteran-Owned Business Holiday Market (Miller Campus) 🇺🇸🛒

Support veteran-owned businesses while enjoying food trucks, live DJ music, raffle prizes, and 50+ local vendors. FREE admission from 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 9750 South 300 West, Sandy, UT 84070

December 13 — SoJo Santa Sprint (Mulligans Golf Course) 🎅🏃‍♂️

Join the holiday fun with a 5K, Ruck, and Kids Run starting at 10 a.m.
📍 692 West 10600 South, South Jordan, UT 84095

December 18 — Utah Jazz vs. LA Lakers (Delta Center) 🏀🔥

Cheer on the Jazz as they take on the Lakers at 7 p.m.
📍 301 South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

December 21 — Utah Mammoth vs. Winnipeg Jets (Delta Center) 🐻‍❄️🏒

Catch the Mammoth in action during this exciting home matchup at 5 p.m.
📍 301 South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101

December 24 — Santa’s Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade & Fireworks (Snowbird Resort) 🎇🎅

Before delivering gifts, Santa stops at Snowbird! Enjoy cocoa, fireworks, and a glowing torchlight parade beginning at 6 p.m.
📍 9385 S. Snowbird Center Dr., Snowbird, UT 84092

December 30–January 3 — Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert (Utah Symphony) 🌌🎶

Experience the iconic film with John Williams’ Grammy-winning score performed live by the Utah Symphony. Showtimes at 7 p.m.
📍 123 West South Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101