While we’d be quite excited if Santa delivered all the toys our little ones want for Christmas, the reality is that we are going to be visiting a toy store soon. Why shop at a big box store or an online retailer, when you can patronize a neighborhood shop? This year, shop local!

This beloved toy store opened its first store in 1978, and has been a favorite ever since. Now, with locations in Salt Lake City, Sandy, Logan and Provo, many Utahns can visit Red Balloon with just a short drive.

Don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you - this toy store is a magical place!

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Red Balloon focuses on toys that spark kids’ imaginations and facilitates creative play.

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The store carries a large assortment of Playmobile toys.

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You’ll find every kind of kendama imaginable.

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What’s a kendama? Play with one and find out!

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You’ll find a variety of train sets for all ages.

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Future chefs (and diners) will love the food and cooking sets.

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The Calico Critters are so adorable! You’ll find tons of play sets and little creatures here.

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You’ll have a hard time deciding which doll to adopt.

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Sturdy push toys are perfect for the front room…or the sandbox.

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Marble hounds will go crazy for the variety here.

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The Red Balloon surely carries every single Schleich figurine for imaginative play.

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Do you have the moose yet?

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Looking for the perfect game? Ask a store employee for a recommendation.

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Visit The Red Balloon at one of its four locations in Utah:

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  • 2033 East 3300 South, Salt Lake City
  • 778 East 9400 South, Sandy
  • 1940 N. Main Street, North Logan
  • 1200 Towne Centre Blvd., Provo

To help get you in the Christmas spirit, we’ve compiled a list of some Christmas Light Displays for you! You might also visit Helper, Utah’s Christmas Town for some holiday cheer, or take a ride on the North Pole Express with Heber Valley Railroad.

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