Whether you’re seeking a solo night of entertainment or activities for the whole family, the University of Utah campus will glow bright and merry with festivities this 2025 season! Read on to see what exciting events are happening this December. UCard holders and garden/museum members may be eligible for free or highly discounted offerings!
U School of Music’s University Choirs Concert
Dec 2 @ 7:30pm
Libby Gardner Concert Hall
Hear the angelic voices of Chamber Choir, A Cappella Choir, and Voci Altissime. Adult - $13.50; U Arts Pass Event: U of U Students - Free w/current UCard aka Arts Pass; Youth - Free.
U Dept. of Art & Art History’s Annual Holiday Sale
Dec 2 from 4-7pm (free parking in Lot #8 on this day) & Dec 3–4 from 10am-6:30pm
Gittins Gallery
Shop for handcrafted and unique art by students (and some faculty). All proceeds to benefit student clubs and organizations.
U School of Dance’s Ballet Showcase
Dec 4–6 @ 7:30pm
Marriott Center for Dance
Be moved and uplifted by new dance works choreographed by students. Free and open to the public.
U Dept. of Film & Media Arts’ LIVE/WIRED: Live Cinema and AI-generated films
Dec 5 from 8–10pm
Film & Media Arts Building
In LIVE/WIRED, students present hybrid works that blur boundaries between human and machine creativity. Audiences can move through the building to encounter performances and AI experiences. Free and open to the public. Attendees can receive a free Arts Pass shirt while supplies last.
U Dept. of Theatre’s MTP Senior Showcase
Dec 5–6 from 7:30–9:30pm
Studio 115
A culmination of the hard work put in by the University of Utah Musical Theatre Program senior class. Enjoy a delightful night of musical theatre acts as students showcase their unique talents and personalities! Pay what you can from $5–25 or U of U Students - Free w/current UCard aka Arts Pass.
Pioneer Theatre Company’s “Noises Off”
Dec 5–20 @ various times
Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre
Not seen at Pioneer Theatre Company for nearly 20 years, "Noises Off" makes its return to the Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre. Join us this holiday season for a healthy dose of slamming doors, backstage drama, and a rogue plate of sardines!
Dec 6–7 from 9am–5pm
Utah Museum of Fine Arts
Find local and handmade creations in jewelry, textiles, candles, paintings, ceramics, prints, artisan toffee, handbound books, fiber art, soaps, and so much more. Shopping at the Holiday Market is free (with plenty of free parking). Make a day of it and enjoy live music performed by U School of Music students, get lunch or a beverage at The Museum Café, or tour the Museum’s latest exhibitions! Museum galleries will require an entrance fee.
Red Butte Garden’s “Holiday Open House & Art Fair”
Dec 6–7 from 9am–5pm (Orangerie opens at 10am)
Red Butte Garden and Arboretum
Enjoy an incredible shopping experience featuring handmade treasures created by 17 local makers. Explore stunning jewelry, vibrant glass art, beautiful ceramics, inspiring wall art, and so much more. Garden members receive an additional 10% off. Free Garden admission thanks to Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts & Parks (ZAP).
Utah Presents “The Lower Lights Christmas Concerts”
Dec 11–13 @ 7:00pm
Kingsbury Hall
One of Utah’s favorite holiday traditions is making its joyful return to Kingsbury Hall! Gather your loved ones and get ready to sing, sway, and celebrate, as The Lower Lights light up the stage with their signature blend of foot-stomping energy and heartfelt harmonies.
Once Upon a Time @ NHMU: December
Dec 16 from 10:30–11:30am
Our Backyard Exhibition
Natural History Museum’s interactive Storytime is designed to ignite the imagination of young visitors as they explore fascinating tales inspired by our natural world. This month’s book is “Missy Wants a Mammoth” by Pam Vaughan. Interactive activity to follow. This program is FREE with admission to the Museum or become a Museum Member today.
UMFA’s Third Saturday for Families: Make Your Own Game
Dec 20 from 1–4pm
Utah Museum of Fine Arts
Admission to the Museum is free every third Saturday of the month, and there is always an art-making activity for the whole family. This Third Saturday, learn about games from all over the world and then create your own! Get inspiration from our latest ACME exhibition The Art of Play and create your own game board that doubles as a work of art.