As the holiday season approaches, Park City's Main Street is seeing an influx of visitors, yet some find the holiday atmosphere lacking. Recent discussions among Park City leaders highlight the need for improvements to the public spaces in the Main Street area. A summary from an October workshop indicates that attendees voiced concerns about the holiday experience being 'underwhelming.' Suggestions for enhancements include the installation of lighting plug-ins to support holiday markets. Traditionally, Park City hosts significant events such as parades on Independence Day and Labor Day, but the holiday events from Thanksgiving to New Year’s do not attract similar crowds. This year’s holiday attractions included large snow globes, a ceremony to light the holiday displays, and a window-display contest. Additionally, a menorah lighting was held to celebrate Hanukkah. However, the overall participation during this festive season has not matched expectations. The workshop summary outlines several challenges regarding Main Street, including perceptions that the street feels uninviting and is not affordable for families. There are ongoing concerns about the presence of national chains potentially diminishing the unique character of Main Street. To address these issues, attendees proposed family-friendly initiatives, such as converting the Post Office into a gathering plaza, adding food trucks, and exploring economic incentives for family-oriented businesses. The post office's prime location could play a crucial role in any future developments on Main Street, necessitating collaboration with the U.S. Postal Service. Park City has previously established the Main Street Area Plan, which included recommendations for hotel development, workforce housing, and the potential for aerial transit systems. The city's leaders remain focused on keeping Main Street competitive with surrounding commercial districts while ensuring that local businesses thrive, particularly during the busy holiday season.