SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH – The Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show returns Thursday, November 13 through Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy, Utah. Now in its 26th year, Utah’s largest holiday market will feature more than 450 vendors, Santa’s Village, festive décor, live entertainment, unique shopping experiences, and special holiday activities for the whole family.
With aisles full of gifts, holiday décor, home accessories, stylish apparel, jewelry, toys, artwork, gourmet foods, and more, the Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show is the perfect place to find something special for everyone on your holiday shopping list.
Show highlights include:
- Santa’s Woodland Welcome and Evergreen Moments Photo Op – Step into a magical forest-inspired entryway created by Glover Nursery, offering the perfect holiday photo backdrop.
- Santa’s Village sponsored by Evergreen Hot Tub – Visit Santa daily from 12 – 4 p.m. to share your wish list and capture the magic with professional portraits by photographer Tom Haseltine set in a festive holiday scene.
- Holly Jolly Stage sponsored by T-Mobile – Enjoy award-winning performances from dance troupes, choirs, musicians, and community groups all weekend long.
- Cocoa with Mrs. Claus sponsored by Evvie Bean’s Baby Boutique – Gather in Santa’s Village at 5 p.m. daily for story time with Mrs. Claus, free cocoa, and festive cheer.
- Artists in Action – Local artisans showcase live demonstrations of woodworking, painting, and handmade holiday crafts.
- Holiday Man Cave sponsored by Barbudo Beard Products – A new festive retreat with rugged, refined gifts for him, from leather goods and beard care to jerky, grilling gear, and sports memorabilia.
- Snowman Hunt and Snowman Steps – New this year, Snowman Steps leads guests on a festive trail of surprises throughout the show floor, while the Snowman Hunt invites families on a scavenger-style adventure with sweet rewards.
- Gift Wrapping and Bag Check hosted by Girl Scouts Troop 151 – Making holiday shopping easier with professional wrapping services.
For more about the 2025 Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show and to purchase tickets, visit familychristmasgiftshow.com.
HOURS:
10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 13 and Friday, Nov. 14, and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15
LOCATION:
Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 State Street, Sandy, Utah 84070
ADMISSION:
General admission (ages 14+) tickets can be purchased in advance online for $14.50 for adults or at the box office for $15.50. Children 13 and under are free. A $3 military discount is available at the door with a valid active or retired military ID. General adult admission tickets are valid for one day of the show, but can be used on any of the three days: Thursday, Friday, or Saturday.
PARKING:
Free onsite (limited). Additional free parking at NICE parking structure, 75 West Towne Ridge Parkway, Sandy. Complimentary shuttle provided on Saturday.
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About Marketplace Events:
Marketplace Events creates vibrant expositions connecting enthusiasts with experts, products and services in dynamic face-to-face environments. The company produces more than 100 business-to-consumer and trade shows in North America including almost 70 home and garden shows, 19 sport and outdoor shows, 21 holiday shows and 11 regional trade shows. The 110+ combined events, in 50-plus markets, currently attract 30,000 exhibitors, 2.2 million attendees and another 5 million unique web visitors annually. The company produces some of the most successful and longest-running shows in North America, including market-leading shows in Seattle, Minneapolis, Indianapolis, Vancouver, Calgary and Montreal—some of which have thrived in their markets for more than 75 years. For a full list of upcoming events visit marketplaceevents.com.