Good morning, Ogden.

Ogden officials are finalizing preparations for Christmas Village today at the Ogden Municipal Building with 60 cottages and nearly 500,000 lights — the event includes a Santa Run at 4:30 p.m., a parade at 5:30 p.m., and lighting with fireworks at 6:30 p.m. The free attraction is expected to draw 20,000 to 30,000 visitors on opening night and nearly 100,000 people over December as it runs through Jan. 1.

Families in Utah showed gratitude on Thanksgiving with community service—Ogden’s 40th anniversary Run/Walk for Charity collected over 2,800 pounds of food, Sandy’s Utah Food Bank event set a record with 6,000 registrations, and the Salvation Army in Salt Lake delivered meals to 1,000 local residents.

Snowbasin Resort was named the No. 1 Best Ski Resort in the U.S. and Canada by USA Today’s Readers’ Choice Awards for the second year running.

The resort is investing in upgrades including a new lift and RFID technology—however, its season opening was postponed due to warm temperatures and a new date has not been announced.

A Christmas Carol

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Peery's Egyptian Theater — $23-31 — Experience the transformative journey of Scrooge as he learns the true meaning of Christmas through the wisdom of three spirits.

Carol of Drums: A Global Percussion Celebration

7:30 p.m. — Weber State University Department of Performing Arts — Check event page for ticket info — Experience a vibrant musical celebration featuring diverse percussion traditions from around the world.

The Winds of Winter Concert

7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Weber State University Department of Performing Arts — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of wintry classics performed by the Weber State Symphonic Band.

December Art Stroll at The Local Artisan Collective

6-9 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — Costs vary by class — Dive into a festive holiday atmosphere with artisan ornament-making and live demos from local artists.

Make Your Own Felted Scarf Workshop

3-5 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $59 — Create a cozy, one-of-a-kind felted scarf using nuno felting techniques.

Crystal Festival – Rock, Mineral, Gem & Crystal Show

10 AM – 8 PM — The Monarch — Free admission — Discover unique crystals, gems, and handcrafted gifts this holiday season.

Mariachi Herencia De Mexico Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Weber State University Department of Performing Arts — VIP packages available — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Mariachi music live in Ogden.

The Nutcracker Ballet

7-8:30 p.m. — Peery's Egyptian Theater — $24 - 40.50 — Experience Clara's enchanting journey alongside local dancers and live orchestral music.

Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Coldplay

6:15-7:14 p.m. — The Monarch — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting melodies of Coldplay performed by a string quartet amidst candlelight.

Country Dance Night

8:30-10 p.m. — Union Station — $4 before 9, $5 after — Kick up your heels at this lively country dance event for teens and adults.