Looking for some fun holiday events to take your toddlers to this month? Here are some fun ideas around the Salt Lake valley that they are sure to enjoy, and the best part is that several of these events are free!

Holiday Seasonal: Grand America Hotel Holiday Display and Angel Tree
The Grand America Hotel
555 South Main Street
Families can see the Gingerbread Village, Teddy Bear Town and an Angel Tree at The Grand America Hotel through December 20th.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Daily
Cost: Free

Holiday Seasonal: Gardner Village's Elf Scavenger Hunt
Gardner Village
1095 West 7800 South
Families can explore Gardner Village's elf displays during the annual Elf Hunt. Children can pick up a form at any village store, or print one out from the Gardner Village website, then search for the answers throughout the village. Once the form is completed, bring it to Sweet Afton's and receive a free sugar stick.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Sat 10am-8pm
Cost: Free

Christmas Village
Municipal Park
25th Street and Washington Avenue
Every Christmas season, Ogden's Municipal Park is transformed into the Christmas Village filled with quaint themed cottages and holiday lights. Families can peruse the displays, listen to live entertainment (Tue-Fri 6pm-7:30pm), visit with Santa (Mon-Fri 6pm-9pm and Sat 5pm-9pm through Dec 23), and take a guided tour through the village with the one and only Mrs. Claus (tours run Mon-Fri 9am-3pm; call for reservations). Those with holiday shopping to do can peruse the Christmas Village Store, open Mon-Fri 6pm to 9pm and Sat 5pm to 9pm. Photos with Santa can be purchased for $5, or bring your own camera.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Lights on nightly 5pm-12m
Cost: Free

Holiday Seasonal: Holiday Village and Light Display
Sandy City South Towne Promenade
10000 South Sandy Boulevard
Families can admire the holiday lights around City Hall and then head inside to see a miniature village display. The outdoor lights are on every night. The village display can be seen Mon-Fri during business hours. City Hall is at the north end of the Sandy South Towne Promenade.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Village display Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Lights on daily at dusk
Cost: Free

Temple Square Christmas Lights
Temple Square
50 West North Temple
Millions of tiny lights set Temple Square aglow for the holidays. Lights are turned on around dusk on November 27, and remain lit nightly through December 31. Choral groups provide music every hour nightly.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Daily 5:30-9pm
Cost: Free

The Littlest Elf
Day-Riverside City Library Branch
1575 West 1000 North
Daily 12/01/09
http://www.slcpl.org
The Puppet Players present The Littlest Elf. Seating is first come, first served.
Ages: 2-8
Time: 7pm
Cost: Free

Holiday Lights
Thanksgiving Point
3003 Thanksgiving Way
A drive through light display featuring more than one million lights, holiday music, and a series of displays that share the meaning of Christmas. Wagon Rides are offered at $3/person, and trolley rides cost $2/person. Editor's note: This is not offered Christmas Day.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Sat 6pm-10pm (closed on Christmas Day)
Cost: Cars $8; Buses $25

Candlelight Christmas
This Is the Place Heritage Park
2601 Sunnyside Avenue
The pioneer villagers host evenings of old fashioned yuletide. Families can make homemade ornaments for the tree, visit with Father Christmas, learn an old fashioned dance at the schoolhouse, see live reindeer, watch a puppet show, and climb aboard the Candlelight Express. Full details are available on the venue's website.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Thu 6pm-9pm; Fri & Sat 6pm-10pm
Cost: Adults $8; Children (3-11) $6

Zoo Lights
Utah's Hogle Zoo
2600 Sunnyside Avenue
Over a million holiday lights adorn the zoo grounds, and families can see nearly 200 lighted animal figures (many of which are animated), listen to live music by local performers (Fridays, Saturdays, and Mondays only), and take part in activities. Seasonal treats such as deep-fried s'mores, soups, and hot chocolate are available for purchase. Members receive $1 off admission, plus receive another $1 off admission on Member Nights (Dec 1-3). Note: Zoo Lights is not offered on December 24 and 25.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Sun-Thu 5pm-8pm; Fri & Sat 5pm-9pm
Cost: Adults $6; Seniors & Children (3-11) $4, (2 & under) free

Holiday Light Show
Clark Planetarium
110 South 400 West
Holiday Music Magic is a state-of-the-art mix of seasonal music and full-dome animation. This is a Clark Planetarium original production and is appropriate for everyone in the family.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Daily 1:30pm & 5:30pm
Cost: Adults $8; Children (12 & Under) $6

Fantasy at the Bay
Willard Bay State Park
900 West 650 North
WWillard Bay hosts its annual Christmas lights drive-through display, featuring animated displays, lighted trees, and many favorites from years past - Bears Camp, the Elves Workshop, Reindeer Flight School, and more. Families can see live reindeer in the park on most nights, and free horse-drawn wagon rides through the light park (not offered on Sundays and Thursdays). Hamburgers, chili, hot chocolate, and other concessions are available at very reasonable prices. Guests can also warm up by a campfire.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Nightly, 5:30pm-9:30pm
Cost: Tue-Thu $7; Fri-Mon $9

Holiday Seasonal: Polar Express Train Ride
Heber Valley Historic Railroad
450 South 600 West
Inspired by Chris Van Allsburg's award winning book, the Polar Express Train Ride allows families to take a ride to the North Pole to see Santa. While on the journey, families can enjoy hot drinks, treats, holiday carols, and a Christmas story. Advance purchase is required, by phone or via the website; reserve early for this popular holiday ride. Children are welcome to wear PJs, but be sure to dress for the weather. Kids ages two and under ride free on parent's lap. The ride is also offered December 21-23.
Ages: All Ages
Time: Fri & Sat 5pm & 7:30pm
Cost: Adults $28-47; Seniors $25-$44; Children (3-12) $17-$36

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