Here Are The 11 Most Enchanting, Magical Christmas Towns In Utah
Don’t you love it when you visit a place that completely embodies the Christmas spirit? These 11 towns all have their own unique attractions, lights and festivals to help turn your holiday season into one of magic and joy.
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Is there anything more magical than a Christmas train? Heber is home to the Heber Valley railroad, which offers the North Pole Express every year from November 25th to December 24th. If you need some Christmas cheer, hop aboard and visit with Santa, sing carols, drink cocoa and eat a couple cookies - you'll be feeling that holiday magic!
Just a few miles from Heber, the little town of Midway enjoys a Swiss Christmas. The annual Interfaith Creche Exhibit is located at the Midway Town Hall at 130 W. Main Street from December 2nd - 5th from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The town party is held on December 12th at 7:00 p.m. this year and will include Santa and Mrs. Claus.
We recently wrote about Ogden's adorable Christmas Village. Is there anything more charming that these cute, Christmas cottages?
You'll find Santa at Layton's most popular burger joint, where you can also hop aboard a hay wagon for of tour of the Layton City lights (and donate to charity at the same time). Burger Stop hosts this holiday event on December 2nd & 3rd, 9th & 10th, and 16th & 17th.
You could spend an entire weekend checking out all the Christmas attractions in our capital city! The city is decked out in lights from Gallivan Plaza (pictured here) to Temple Square and even up at Hogle Zoo!
The Festival of Lights in Spanish Fork is not to be missed! It starts on Thanksgiving and ends New Years' night. Drive through at Canyon View Park, 3300 E. Powerhouse Rd.
We can't imagine leaving "Utah's Christmas Town" off this list! The whole town comes alive with Christmas spirit over the holidays, and hosts not one, but TWO Electric Light Parades on December 2nd and 3rd at 7:00 p.m.
When Santa's sleigh is actually a ski lift, you know you've found the perfect Christmas town! Park City's Main Street dresses up in lights, and Santa makes his appearance.
The city of Roy really dresses up its Municipal Building Complex at 5051 South 1900 West. Stroll through the grounds to see some truly enchanting Christmas lights.
Moab's Electric Light Parade brings folk from all over to participate and watch! This year's parade is held December 3rd and starts at 6:00 p.m.
Visit The Shops at Riverwoods in Provo for some gorgeous holiday lights, entertainments and plenty of treats! The city also hosts an annual Santa Run, Christmas Market, and more.
Did we miss your hometown? Tell us about its cool holiday traditions and share your photos if you have some!
Don’t miss a single Christmas attraction this year! Start by completing our Christmas Bucket List with 14 things you simply must do in Utah during the holidays.
