Christmas is a time to enjoy home and hearth, but it's also a wonderful time to enjoy music, dance and theater events. Here's a list of holiday events in Salt Lake City that can help add sparkle to your celebration.
The list keeps evolving as Christmas draws closer, so check back frequently for new ideas.
1. Music of Mannheim Steamroller
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Get an early start on your holiday mood when Mannheim Steamroller and Chip Davis bring their Christmas tour to Salt Lake City's Abravanel Hall.
Wednesday and Thursday, November 18-19, 7:30 p.m.
Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
801-355-ARTS
Tickets $50-$75
2. David Archuleta at Abravanel Hall
American Idol semifinalist and Utah darling David Archuleta will perform songs from his album "Christmas from the Heart" at Abravanel Hall.
Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 24-25, 7 p.m.
Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
801-355-ARTS
Tickets $28-$38
3. Trans-Siberian Orchestra
The Trans-Siberian orchestra is a rock orchestra that combines classical influences with an amazing light show. They'll be performing their holiday concert at EnergySolutions Arena Nov. 25.
Wednesday, Nov. 25, 4 and 8 p.m.
EnergySolutions Arena
301 W. South Temple
801-325-2000
Tickets $25-$57.50
4. Light Up the Night Concert and Old World Christmas Market at the Gateway
Enjoy the Old World Christmas Market beginning the Saturday before Thanksgiving at The Gateway Mall in conjunction with the annual Light Up the Night Concert with a special performance by Jon Schmidt and the official lighting of the Gateway's splendid holiday lights.
The Old World Christmas Market features handmade gifts and seasonal treats and is modeled after European Christmas markets—a holiday tradition dating back to the 1300’s.
Nov. 21-29
Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sunday 12 p.m.-6 p.m.
5. Lights On! Holiday Kickoff
Lights On! celebrates the turning on of Salt Lake City's downtown Christmas lights with parties at four locations: the Gallivan Center, Temple Square, The Gateway, and Broadway Boulevard. Unique shopping is available on East Broadway Boulevard. Sponsored by The Downtown Alliance.
Friday, Nov. 27
4:30-6 p.m.
6. "X-Mas Men: The Island of Misfits" at Off-Broadway Theatre
Can Santa Claus help a bunch of misfits save the world? The X-Men meet Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer in this Christmas parody.
Nov. 27-Jan. 02, 7:30 p.m.
272 S. Main St.
801-355-4628
Tickets: $8 Child, $16 Adult
7. Messiah Sing-In With the Utah Symphony
Hallelujah! Susanne Sheston conducts the 32nd year of the thrilling event that transforms the entire Abravanel Hall audience into a 3,000 voice choir. Bring your family (and your score) and sing along with the Utah Symphony.
Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 28-29, 7 p.m.
Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
801-355-ARTS
Tickets $7 and $14
8. "A Christmas Carol" at Hale Centre Theatre
This on-stage recreation of Charles Dickens’ beloved story has been a popular Salt Lake area Christmas tradition for 25 years.
Nov. 28-Dec. 23
Mondays-Saturdays 8 p.m.
5 p.m. matinees daily starting Dec. 4
11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. matinees each Saturday
2 p.m. matinee Dec. 23
3333 S. Decker Lake Dr. in West Valley City
801-984-9000
Tickets: Adults $24-$30
Children $17-$20
No children under five permitted
9. Ballet West Presents "The Nutcracker"
Ring in the holidays with Willam Christensen’s beloved production of The Nutcracker. Set to Tchaikovsky’s famous score, The Nutcracker‘s dazzling blend of costumes, sets and choreography creates an enchanted storybook world that has captivated Utah audiences for over 50 years.
December 4-31, times vary
Capitol Theatre
50 W. 200 S.
801-355-2787
Tickets $17-$71
10. "A Christmas Story" at Pioneer Memorial Theatre
Alleyway bullies, major awards, freezing flagpoles, and above all else, a child’s Christmas dream of finding an Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle under the tree. Based upon the classic motion picture, this play is a holiday treat everyone can enjoy — that is, until someone shoots their eye out.
Dec. 4-19 7:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday
8 p.m. Friday & Saturday Evenings
2 p.m. Saturday Matinees
Pioneer Memorial Theatre at the University of Utah
300 S. 1400 E.
801-581-6961
Tickets $22-$40
See website for student discounts.
