Our favorite family Christmas activities in Utah

 

This article about holiday gift ideas is sponsored by Western Nut.

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All Things Christmas

The holiday season is upon us, and December is filled with fun activities for the whole family. Instead of limiting Christmas celebrations to one day, you can find things to do all month to enjoy family time and get the most out of the season. 

We’ve gathered a list of the best activities, food, and movies to watch to give you plenty of ideas for getting together with your loved ones and sharing the joy of the holiday season. 

Favorite places to visit 

There is so much to do in Utah for the whole family, but here are some of our favorites.

• The Christkindl German Market at This Is The Place Heritage Park features a German-style holiday market, with time with Santa, dancers, entertainment, and delicious food. Find more details and times at christkindlmarkt-slc.com
• Luminaria at Thanksgiving Point runs until January 4th, featuring a dazzling spectacle of sparkling holiday lights. Find more information and get tickets on their website.
• Experience the joy of holiday lights from the warmth of your car at the drive-in light show at Willard Bay. You can purchase 3D glasses for an extra fee to see even more of the sparkling scene. 

Favorite movies to watch

Nothing beats gathering together in the living room to watch a classic Holiday movie. Here are some of our favorites. 

• Home Alone: This holiday classic chronicles the journey of Kevin McAllister (played by Macaulay Culkin), the youngest of the McAllister family, who his family abandoned after they left him on the way to the airport for their family vacation.  
• The Santa Clause: After Scott Calvin (played by Tim Allen) accidentally kills Santa Clause, he teams up with his son to finish Christmas deliveries and journeys to the North Pole, where he learns about his new fate. 
• Christmas with the Kranks: after deciding to boycott Christmas since their daughter left home on a Peace Corps assignment, the Kranks journey through backlash from neighbors who accuse them of dampening the holiday spirit. 
• National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation: This film chronicles Clark Griswold’s attempts to have a traditional Christmas vacation when everything goes wrong. A word to the wise: check your trees for squirrels. 

Favorite treats to try

Some of the best holiday memories are shared around delicious food, whether homemade or store-bought. Gift baskets filled with bulk nuts, candy, and dried fruit are great for finger food and save you time on cooking. 

If you’re feeling ambitious in the kitchen, though, whipping up an old family favorite can be a nice treat and reinforce tradition. Try making grandma’s gingerbread cookies, or ask your grandparents what their favorite recipes are to bring the family together. 

You might also want to try some holiday mocktails to brighten the festive spirit! 

Favorite music to listen to

Christmas carols are always a delight to hear during the season, and there are so many albums and artists to choose from. One of the best ways to enjoy the holiday season is to play festive music while enjoying other activities, such as cooking or playing games. 

Or use it as an activity on its own! Christmas caroling or creating holiday songs with the family is a great way to unite everyone. FM100’s Holiday Headquarters also includes free holiday concerts for the whole family to enjoy. You can even watch them from the comfort of your own home on the KSL+ app or on FM100’s Facebook page. 

Conclusion

We hope these ideas inspire you to reap the joy of bringing together your loved ones and creating new memories over the season. Use this as a launching point to create new holiday traditions and stay merry and bright!

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