Merry Christmas from our family to yours. Judy and I are enjoying time with the grandchildren and wanted to share the fun happenings in Park City this holiday week.
Shows at the Mary G. Steiner Egyptian Theatre
Tickets and show times: parkcityshows.com
Emmy-Award winning Kurt Bestor (December 21-25) crafts a memorable evening of holiday spirit with traditional favorites and original music. With 22 Top 40 Hits and 6 Grammys, The 5th Dimension (December 26-31) delivers legendary favorites, including Aquarius and Wedding Bell Blues.
Thursday, December 26
Movies During Break: A Christmas Carol
45:30 p.m.@ the Park City LibrarySavor this classic holiday flick. Free. parkcityfilm.org
Friday, December 27
Choice Weekend Wine Series: Bubbles and Beyond
67 p.m. @ Silver Baron LodgeJoin The Fox School of Wine for a casual wine tasting experience full of laughter and learning, a.k.a. educational happy hour. 21+; $44 per person. Reservations required. foxschoolofwine.com
Last Friday Gallery Stroll
69 p.m. @ Main St. Park CityEnjoy light refreshments while perusing a wide variety of art, with special showings, installations, and artists receptions along the way. parkcitygalleryassociation.com
Park City Film: The Parasite (Dec. 2729)
Friday and Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday 6 p.m. @ Park City LibraryThe Parasite examines the near symbiotic relationship of two families, the wealthy Parks and the street-smart Kims. When an interloper threatens to upset the balance, chaos ensues. General admission $8; students and seniors $7. parkcityfilm.org
Saturday, December 28
Saturday Morning Snowshoe Tour
8:3010 a.m. @ Swaner EcoCenterThe Swaner Preserve wetlands are magical this time of year. Explore with a guide, discovering the flora and fauna of the winter season. Lucky hikers may see an abundance of birds, elk, or even nesting sandhill cranes. Come prepared for the elements with winter boots, snow pants, hats, gloves, coat, and water bottle. Snowshoes can be rented from the EcoCenter ($2.50 for members, $5 for non-members). Tours are $10 per person, $5 locals, and free for Swaner members. swanerecocenter.org
Mokie
8 p.m. @ O.P. RockwellGrateful Dead fans will appreciate Mokies intuitive covers and similarity to Dark Star Orchestra. $25. 21+ oprockwell.com
Torchlight parades brighten both resorts over the holidays.
Image: Courtesy Deer Valley Resort
Monday, December 30
Movies During Break: Toy Story
45:30 p.m.@ the Park City LibraryA family favorite for all ages. Free. parkcityfilm.org
Park City Film: Ethel
7 p.m.@ the Park City LibraryThis feature length documentary explores the fascinating life of Ethel Kennedy through insights and reflections of her family. Directed by Emmy-Award winning daughter, Rory Kennedy, the film features candid interviews with Ethel and seven of her children. Ethel provides a rare window into a political dynasty built on adversity and perseverance. Free. parkcityfilm.org
Torchlight Parade
Dusk, around 6 p.m. @ Deer Valley ResortDeer Valley employees ski with torches in a dazzling parade down Big Stick ski run on Bald Eagle Mountain. Complimentary hot cider and cookies served in the Snow Park Plaza. Free. deervalley.com
Tuesday, December 31
Noon Years Eve
1112:30 p.m. @ Kimball Art CenterCelebrate the New Year with a kid-friendly, midday party. Design your own 2020 resolutions, create edible art, mix science and art to create indoor fireworks, craft your own NYE party hats and flaunt them in a prop-filled photo booth, enjoy an apple cider toast and countdown to the 12 p.m. balloon drop. $25 per child, free for adults. kimballartcenter.org
Canyons New Years Eve Celebration & Fireworks
7: 30 p.m. @ Canyons VillageNew Years Party with DJ Velvet, live music by The Cover Dogs, fireworks, smores and hot cocoa. Free. parkcitymountain.com
New Years Eve 2020: A Gold Standard
9 p.m. @ O.P. RockwellRing in the New Year with the Roaring 20s! Get your Gatsby on and make a night of it with a VIP Dinner & Party package followed by VIP entry to the O.P. Rockwell mezzanine lounges for the dance party, or join the party with free appetizers and a general admission ticket. Remixed and updated jazz standards accentuate live drums, DJ, sax, and flute. $100-$175. 21+ oprockwell.com
For more events and up-to-date happenings around town, check out our event calendar.
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