Officially kick off the holiday season and watch as over 85,000 LED lights transform The Gateway’s holiday tree into the centerpiece of Salt Lake City’s holiday festivities at the annual “Light up the Night” concert celebration on Saturday, November 21 at The Gateway Olympic Plaza.
The “Light up the Night” concert celebration starts at 5:30 p.m. with the One Voice Children’s Choir, followed by a musical performance by local favorite, Jon Schmidt at 6:15 p.m. Then watch The Gateway’s 35-foot holiday tree be illuminated by 85,000 LED lights, and the arrival of Santa to officially start the holiday season in the Salt Lake City. To keep everyone warm and in the holiday spirit, complimentary hot chocolate and cookies will be provided by the Utah Educational Savings Plan. The event is free to attend and open to the public.
The Gateway Holiday Schedule
Light up The Night Celebration and Concert: Saturday, November 21 starting at 5:30 p.m.
One Voice Children’s Choir 5:30 p.m.
Jon Schmidt concert 6:15 p.m.
Holiday Tree lighting and arrival of Santa: 7:00 p.m.
(schedule is subject to change)
Old World Holiday Market: Saturday, November 21 – November 29.
Hours of operation: Monday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Sunday: Noon – 6:00 p.m.
Day after Thanksgiving: Friday, November 27, 10:00 a.m. – Noon.
Spend $100 in same day receipts at The Gateway and receive a $10 Gateway gift card. The first 50 people to turn in their receipts, with purchases totaling $100 or more, to The Gateway Concierge, will receive a $25 Gateway gift card. 101.9 FM The End will be on-site with giveaways and contests, gift wrapping, hot chocolate and live entertainment.
Holiday Hours
Starting Friday, November 27 through December 26, all Friday and Saturday hours are 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. All weekday hours are 10:00 a.m. -9:00 p.m. except December 2 thru December 23, which are 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. December 24 hours are 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sundays are noon – 6:00 p.m. except November 29, which is 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Gateway will be closed Thursday, November 26 and Friday, December 25.