Visit This Village In Utah For The Most Old Fashioned Christmas

During this season of Black Friday shopping and constant commercials advertising all the latest gadgets to put under the tree, do you ever wish that we could go back to the good old days? Visit This Is The Place Heritage Park this year to experience a candlelight Christmas, and rediscover the reason for the season.

This is the Place Heritage Park is located at 2601 E. Sunnyside Avenue, Salt Lake City. This historic village is full of pioneer-era buildings, homes and shops. During the Christmas season it becomes a truly magical place.

Hop aboard the train for a tour around the park.

Or, take a self-guided walking tour among the historic buildings. Warm your hands at one of the outdoor fires.

Every building and log cabin is all aglow in the winter evening.

With all the decorations, Christmas trees, and lights, this little village looks cozy and warm.

Stop in and say hello to Father Christmas.

The historic homes are all decorated for the holidays, and offer plenty of fun. Stop in to make some Christmas crafts...

...hear some good, old-fashioned live music...

...and play games. You won't find TV shows and video games here - just family fun!

The live nativity scene is a gentle reminder of the spiritual part of the holiday.

Take an enchanting ride in a wagon decorated with twinkle lights.

The ZCMI Mercantile is a charming old-fashioned shop, and it's even more quaint when it's decorated for the holidays.

Stop in and find some candy, displayed in big, glass jars just like in a mercantile from the 1800s.

Remember when Christmas caroling was a thing? If so, you'll be delighted with the carolers dressed in period costumes. If not, you'll love an introduction to this Christmas tradition of years long past.

Would you like to support local Utah businesses this season? Visit the Gift Shop at the Visitor Center, where you'll find many hand-crafted, locally-produced gifts. From Utah honey to art and jewelry, there's something for everyone on your list.

This is the Place Heritage Park's Candlelight Christmas is open from December 8th through December 23rd, Monday through Saturday from 5 PM to 9 PM.

Admission is just $5 per person during Candlelight Christmas; children two and younger are free.

Have you visited This Is The Place Heritage Park for Christmas? Tell us about your visit!

Here's another way to enjoy the holiday season, far from the shopping malls and stores - take a Santa sleigh ride!