Enjoy These 7 Festive Events the First Weekend of December in Twin Falls

Thanksgiving has come and gone, and the focus now turns towards Christmas. While the weekends make for a great time to get out and go shopping, it also is a great time to get out and enjoy some of the incredible holiday events that take place in the Magic Valley. This weekend is jam-packed with much to do, with much of it being holiday-themed. Clear your schedule and plan accordingly, cause you won't want to miss out on any of the events happening this weekend in Twin Falls because you will be bummed if you can't attend them all.

Friday, December 1 and Saturday, December 2 - Grandy's Christmas Craft Show

Christmas shopping is in full swing, and it can often be tough to know where to start and what to get. How about shopping local and attending one of the many Christmas shows taking place this season? Grandy's Christmas Craft Show is back this year and kicks off this weekend. It will be taking place out in Buhl on Friday and Saturday from 8:30 AM to 6 PM at Snake River Sprinklers. If you can't make it this weekend, that is ok, as the show will also be happening the next two weekends as well. For more details, click on the link above.

Friday, December 1 - Festival of Lights Parade

One of the best holiday traditions in Twin Falls is back this weekend, as the Festival of Lights Parade is set to take place this Friday, beginning at 6 PM in downtown Twin Falls on Main Street. Make sure to arrive early to get a good spot near the guard rails, and make sure to bring something to hold your free candy and goodies. Streets will be closed downtown, so adjust your route home if you normally head that way. For more on the parade and what to expect, make sure to click on the link above.

Friday, December 1 and Saturday, December 2 - Pray For Snow Parties

For those who enjoy snowboarding, skiing, or being at a party, this weekend is for you. Two different pray-for-snow parties are happening this weekend. The first is taking place on Friday at the 208 Bar and Grill in Jerome at 6 PM. The second will be taking place at Soldier Mountain beginning at 5 PM. If you attend the party on Saturday, you could get a $50 discount on a season pass. For more details on both parties, make sure to click the link above. 

Friday, December 1 and Saturday, December 2 - 'The Christmas Show'

Rupert is known as Christmas City, USA and there are tons of events taking place every weekend until the holiday arrives. This weekend, you will want to shop at the Christmas Market before heading to the Historic Wilson Theatre to enjoy 'The Christmas Show.' The show will take place both Friday and Saturday, beginning at 7:30 on both nights. There will be singing, dancing, laughing, holiday cheer, and more. Tickets start as low as $10 per person, with family packages available. For more on the show, make sure to click the link above. 

Saturday, December 2 - 9th Annual Chobani Giveaway

Who doesn't love free food? Chobani will be doing its annual Chobani Giveaway this Saturday on the campus of CSI. For those unfamiliar with the event, this is a drive-thru event only. The free yogurt will be given away starting at 8:30 AM and will go until Noon or until supplies run out. Like in past years, Chobani will be giving away 5,000 cases again this year. For more on this event, and how to get your free yogurt, make sure to click on the link above. 

Saturday, December 2 - Those Two Chicks Holiday Market

This is the weekend to get the bulk of your shopping done, as there are multiple vendor and craft shows taking place. Those Two Chicks Holiday Market will be taking place this Saturday beginning at 10 AM and will go until 4 PM. The event will be at 371 Eastland Ave in Twin Falls. There will be multiple vendors on site, and who knows? Santa may even show up. For more details on the event, make sure to click the link above. 

Saturday, December 2 - Christmas Craft Vendor Show

There are a few craft and vendor shows this week, and you don't want to miss any of them. The Christmas Craft and Vendor Show this Saturday will help support Twin Falls Schools and will be taking place at the Twin Falls County Fairgrounds in Filer from 10 AM to 4 PM. There will be a variety of vendors, offering treats, crafts, gifts, and more. For more details on the show, make sure to click on the link above. 

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While shopping and decorating should be priorities this weekend, there is much more to do and is going on. Get out and attend one of the many vendor or craft shows in the area, enjoy a parade of beautiful Christmas lights, get some free yogurt, attend a Christmas show, or have a party praying for snow. Whatever you decide to do, have fun, be safe, and enjoy a festive weekend.