Each winter, Tuacahn's Amphitheatre and Center for the Arts gives a "Thank You" back to its supportive public in the form of a free Christmas Festival of Lights. Beginning from Thanksgiving to December 23rd.
Organization: Tuacahn Amphitheatre and Center for the Arts
Dates: 11/29/2012 - 12/22/2012 update info
Time: 6:30:00 PM - 9:00:00 PM
Event Cost: Free ($2 to see the Live Nativity)
Venue: Tuacahn Amphitheatre in Ivins,UT
Contact: Tuacahn Amphitheatre and Center for the Arts
Phone: (435) 652-3200
Email:
Website: www.tuacahn.org
Event Details:
Christmas In The Canyon
Thurs, Fri & Sat Evenings
November 23 - December 22
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Enjoy Holiday Performances on the Plaza Stage, visit Santa, toast a marshmallow, or just get toasty warm near the bonfire and enjoy the Holiday Lights! Cost: FREE
Other Activities
Live Nativity
Thurs-Sat
7:00 PM & 8:00 PM
Duration: 20min
Cost:$2.00 per ticket
$15.00 per family
(limit of 10 family members)
Old Salty Train Ride
Thurs-Sat
Provided by Ruby's Inn
Cost:$2.00 per ticket
$15.00 per family
(limit of 10 family members)
Holiday Hay Ride
Thurs-Sat
Cost:$2.00 per ticket
$15.00 per family
(limit of 10 family members)
Tuacahn's Christmas In The Canyon is presented every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings from the day after Thanksgiving to December 22nd. Entrance to Christmas In The Canyon is free to the public. It's Tuacahn's way of saying "Thank you" to the community for its support and to remind us all of the true meaning of Christmas. A Live Nativity is presented each night in the Amphitheatre at 7:00 and 8:00 PM. Cost to get into the Live Nativity is $2.00 per ticket or $15.00 per family (Limit 10 family members).
In addition to enjoying the Live Nativity, visitors can also see the lights and listen to wonderful live Holiday Performances on the Tuacahn Plaza Stage, or sit by an open fire, toast a marshmallow and sip hot chocolate from Tuacahn's Concession Stand. Also, this year you can ride the Old Salty Train provided by Ruby's Inn or take a Holiday Hay Ride for just $2.00 per person or $15.00 per family (limit 10 family members). You can also visit Santa on the Plaza from 6:30 - 9:00 pm! Visitors will find a wonderful selection of Christmas items and Holiday gifts at the Tuacahn Gift Gallery. So be sure to come out and enjoy the festivities. There's something for everyone at Tuacahn's Christmas in the Canyon.
Live Nativity
The Live Nativity includes real live camels, and beautiful costumes. Volunteers will staff all of the nativity efforts. "We've had great success working with religious leaders from all faiths in the area, every night, a new set of volunteers will be making this nativity come to life." said Rita Ostler.
Those interested in volunteering for the 2011 Live Nativity should contact the Tuacahn Administrative Offices at 435-652-3200 or by e-mail at information@tuacahn.org.
"Whether you can work on stage or back stage, everybody is welcome," said Ostler, the volunteer coordinator for the Live Nativity. "All contributions are appreciated."
Volunteers can participate for one night or many nights, depending on their circumstances. Roles to be filled include Mary and Joseph, the Three Wise Men, townspeople, angels, and shepherds.
- November 26th to December 23rd each year
- Held at the Tuacahn Amphitheatre and Center for the Arts
- Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Monday
Overview: The grounds of the Tuacahn Amphitheatre and Center for the Arts are gilded with dazzling lights, which are particularly impressive after a Utah snowfall. Performers for the school entertain visitors with Christmas carols, which you can listen while warming up to an open fire in the Holiday Plaza. The season's favorite treats, like hot chocolate, is available at the Tuacahn's Concession Stand.
When: November 26th to December 23rd each year
Where: Tuacahn Amphitheatre and Center for the Arts
Fees: Cost may vary
Details: The holiday extravaganza is open on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Monday (excluding the first Friday of December, when the Christmas Concert is held).
While the event is free, there are a number of exhibits and activities visitors can also enjoy that require a small fee. Keeping the true spirit of Christmas alive, the Live Nativity has real animals and tickets are available for individuals and families. For a minimal price, visitors can enjoy a festive train ride Old Salty Trains to Ruby's Inn.
Tuacahn's is located in Ivins, UT just miles from St. George.
