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The Park City and surrounding areas become an exciting wonderland during the festive months of November and December. We definitely know how to ring in the holidays and the New Year; check out these festive things to do in Park City!

Electric Parade

Start out the season right with this event that is unique to the area. Come out to the Electric Parade on Saturday, November 25. Santa will be strolling Main Street starting at 4 p.m., followed by holiday carolers at 5 p.m. You won’t want to miss the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree in Miner’s Park, along with the lighting of lights along Main Street. The Electric Parade starts at 6 p.m. at the Miner’s Hospital and head for Main Street. This is truly one of the more eclectic electric parades!

Santa Comes Down the Town Lift

On December 16, come out to the Town Lift to welcome Santa to town. Starting at 5:30, join the merriment at the Town Lift Plaza where there will be holiday cheer and more. Santa will then join the festivities via the Town Lift. And you and your family can get your photo taken by EpicMix Photo to capture those memories!

Park City Holiday Spectacular and Sing-Along

December 14-17 brings this Park City tradition to life. Come out toe the Egyptian Theatre and join local talent as they bring the musical sounds of the season to the stage. And of course, this is the perfect change to get your inner singer out as the crowd is expected to join along!

Snowfest

December 16 to 31 brings the annual Snowfest to Park City Mountain Resort. This winter festival brings all sorts of great festivities including après musical acts, village entertainers, tasty food and much, much more!

BRANDed PC

Do some shopping for local art at the BRANDed PC event. This is a pop-up shop that will present and celebrate Park City’s creative artisans. It will be held Dec. 4-8, 10-7 p.m. and Dec. 9-10, noon- 5 p.m. at the Kimball Art Center. This is a great way to discover and support local art!

Annual Torchlight Parade

On December 24, come out and see the 55th Annual Torchlight Parade at the Park City Base area. You’ll love the spectacle of skiers shushing down the slopes, torches in hand to truly light up the slopes to ring in the Christmas holiday!

If you want more information about these or other great festive things to do in Park City, all you have to do is ask one of Park City Rental Properties’ friendly team members!

The holidays are a magical time of year in Park City, Utah. Not only is this perhaps the most festive time of year, but you’ll also be able to get into the spirit of the holidays because of the weather—clear, crisp air and wonderful snow really make for a wonderful holiday setting!

You’ll love strolling Main Street with a cup of warm cocoa while walking past the festively lit storefronts. The trolley clanging up and down the street will harken back to holidays of by-gone eras. Visit Park City for the holidays is just full of things to do and see all over the area, from the resorts to Historic Main Street; check out some of our favorites below!

November 18 – December 3 — The Giving Tree Festival – Parade of Trees

Come out and see beautiful holiday trees that will be auctioned for the benefit of various non-profit Summit County Organizations at various locations throughout the city.

November 26 — Electric Parade and Festivities 2016

This is the perfect event to kick off the season! Come out to Historic Main Street at 4 p.m. to see a parade of festive lights adorning vehicles, and of course, a Santa float! You’ll also be regaled by carolers and many other festival goers!

December 9-11 — Park Silly Holiday Bazaar

Come out to the Marriott Park City at 1895 Sidewinder and join this festive holiday market. You’ll enjoy vendors selling their wares and lots of fun. Get your photo taken with Santa and maybe enjoy a bite to eat!

December 11 — Park City Nutcracker

The Eccles Center hosts this annual tradition again this year. Come out and see this seasonal favorite presented by the Park City Ballet West Academy at Park City. There are two shows at 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. which are a favorite for all ages!

December 17 — Santa Comes Down the Town Lift

This is a magical event that has Santa coming down the Town Lift to join the fun on the Town Lift Plaza. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. you can join the merry fun complete with hot chocolate and cookies. And of course, get your picture taken with the Jolly Gent!

Torchlight Parades

Torchlight parades are an annual tradition in Park City. Come out and see skiers slide down the hill with lit torches at both ski areas. PC Mountain Resort will light up the slopes on December 24 starting at 5:30. Come out and enjoy the cheer at the Park City Base Area. Deer Valley’s parade will be December 30 to herald the New Year. Starting around 6 p.m., it will be held on Big Stick ski run, right behind Snow Park Lodge.