Globe photographer Will Samsky visited Temple Square in downtown Salt Lake City and Christmas Street in Sugar House to capture some of the holiday displays that have captivated multiple generations of Utahns.
Lights at Temple Square first started in 1965, while Christmas Street in Sugar House began in 1947. Thousands of families enjoy the holiday displays every year.
The lights go off in Temple Square on Dec. 31, while Christmas Street shuts down on Jan. 2, 2020.
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Holiday lights shine off the water in Temple Square’s reflection pool in Salt Lake City. Temple Square was first adorned with Christmas lights in 1965. (Will Samsky)
Holiday lights illuminate many trees around Temple Square in Salt Lake City. Temple Square decorations also include several Nativity scenes. (Will Samsky)
A Nativity scene appears to float on water at the reflection pool in front of the Salt Lake Temple. The Nativity depicts Joseph, Mary, and Jesus. (Will Samsky)
Elias Gutierrez and his son, Elliam, take in the holiday cheer at Temple Square in Salt Lake City. Elias and his family visit Temple Square to see the holiday lights every year. (Will Samsky)
Christmas Street in Sugarhouse, located at 1500 E. and 1735 S. For 70 years, neighborhood residents have carried out an annual tradition of decorating their houses with lights and other holiday decorations. (Will Samsky)
A house on Christmas Street in Sugarhouse brightens up the neighborhood with holiday lights and other decorations. Neighborhood residents continue a tradition that spans seven decades. (Will Samsky)
