Get Out to These 9 Events in the Magic Valley This December Weekend

The holiday season is rolling along, and many are finalizing their shopping, while others are only beginning, and some haven't started yet. The holidays can be a stressful and busy time, but it doesn't mean there can't be some fun. Make sure to take a break from the shopping, the baking, and watching Christmas movies, and get out and enjoy the holiday season events in the Magic Valley. Plenty is happening this weekend, and you don't want to miss out on the fun.

Thursday, December 11-Saturday, December 13 - Grandy's Christmas Craft Show

Holiday shopping is in full swing, and everyone is getting into the holiday spirit. The best way to shop this holiday season is to support local businesses, and there is no better place to do that than at Grandy's Christmas Craft Show. The show is happening at 20386 Hwy 30 outside of Buhl, at Snake River Sprinklers, and will be open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM. For more on the show, make sure to click the link above. 

Thursday, December 11, Through Saturday, December 13 - The Living Nativity

We all know the story of Christmas and why we celebrate. No, it isn't presents and Santa, but the birth of Jesus Christ. Have you ever wondered what it was like back then? You can experience it this weekend as you go back in time to Bethlehem and go to the Living Nativity. The event will be on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday and take place from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM each night. The event is free, but they do ask for a canned food item to donate to a local food pantry. For more on the event, make sure to click the link above. 

Friday, December 12, and Saturday, December 13 - Lost in Christmas

Do you enjoy mazes? Have you ever done one lit up by Christmas lights? The Burley Straw Maze is currently open for Lost in Christmas. This is your chance to get out and have fun navigating a giant hay maze lit up to reflect the holiday season. They have more than only the maze, though, as you can also go down giant slides, ride the mechanical bull, go on swings, go on a wagon ride, do the zipline, and much more. The Burley Straw Maze is located at 845 E 500 S in Burley. They are open Friday and Saturday from 5 PM to 10 PM. For more on Lost in Christmas, make sure to click the link above. 

Friday, December 12 - Orton Botanical Gardens

Do you enjoy looking at Christmas lights? One of the best places to see them in Twin Falls is at the Orton Botanical Gardens, and this Friday, you will be able to walk through the garden for free. They ask that you bring an unused, unwrapped toy to donate, but even without one, you can enjoy the gardens, the lights, have free cocoa, free cookies, and even see Santa. The Orton Botanical Gardens is located at 867 Filer Avenue West, and the event will be from 6 PM to 8 PM. For more details, make sure to click on the link above.

Friday, December 12 and Saturday, December 13 - 'White Christmas: The Musical'

Everyone seems to enjoy Christmas music, movies, and plays. If you want to get into the holiday spirit even more, make sure to go to the Orpheum Theatre this weekend and enjoy a Christmas musical. 'White Christmas: The Musical' will be performed this Friday and Saturday, with showtimes at 7 PM each night. They will also have a performance on Monday at 7 PM. Tickets start as low as $17.50. For more on the musical or to get your tickets, make sure to click the link above.

Saturday, December 13 - Cookie Decorating For Santa

We all know that Santa loves cookies, and he enjoys taking a bite or two out of some after dropping off presents. This year, your kids can decorate cookies to leave out for Santa at a special event this weekend. Stop by Rudy's, located at 147 Main Ave W in Twin Falls, this Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM for Cookie Decorating for Santa. The cookies will be supplied, and your children can decorate them however they please with sprinkles and colorful frosting. For more on the event, make sure to click the link above.

Saturday, December 13 - Ladies' Christmas Tea

The holiday season is a stressful time, especially for women who are shopping for their families, working, baking, and doing everything they can to make the holidays special for their families. If you need a break to rest, vent to other women, and enjoy some tea, you are in luck. Ladies' Christmas Tea is happening this Saturday from 1 PM to 4 PM at The River Christian Fellowship. Come enjoy some tea, coffee, lunch, and dessert, and an inspiring message. The event is $20 per person. For more on the Ladies' Christmas Tea, make sure to click the link above. 

Saturday, December 13 - Movie Matinee

Going to the movies is getting expensive. No matter what time of day you go, it is pricey. Instead of emptying your wallet at the theater, how about you get out and enjoy a free movie instead? Go to the Twin Falls Public Library this Saturday at 3 PM for Movie Matinee, and you can watch a free movie with your family. This weekend, they will be showing 'Becoming Jane'. No matter if you have seen it or not, it is a great way to get out and have some fun as a family for free. For more on Movie Matinee and other events at the Twin Falls Public Library, make sure to click the link above. 

Saturday, December 13 - Christmas Light Parade

Who doesn't enjoy a Christmas parade? This Saturday, the Christmas Light Parade in Buhl will be happening, and it is a great way to welcome in the holiday season. The parade will begin at 6 PM, so line up the streets, bundle up, and enjoy the floats and lights as they go by. For more on the parade, make sure to click the link above. 

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Don't waste a holiday season weekend by sitting at home. Get out and have some fun. Go to a light parade, go shop at a craft show, enjoy a free movie, go to a musical, decorate cookies, have some tea and make some friends, enjoy beautiful Christmas lights in a garden, get lost in a straw maze, or go back in time to see the first Christmas. Whatever you decide to do, have fun, be safe, and enjoy your weekend.