Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy (SUIMA) students sing Christmas Carols during their performance at the Southern Ute Tribal Christmas Dinner on Saturday, Dec. 16. Families from all three Ute tribes gathered at the Sky Ute Casino Resort to enjoy a holiday meal and listen to the SUIMA students sing carols in the Ute language, students performed a series of songs and skits for the visitors.

The Southern Ute Tribal Council stood before Ute tribal members and their families to give a welcome before the start of the meal during the Southern Ute Tribe Christmas Dinner on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the Sky Ute Casino Resort. Families gathered for a meal and to view the Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy holiday program.

Miss Southern Ute, Autumn Sage greets all visitors who attended the Southern Ute Tribal Christmas Dinner on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the Sky Ute Casino Resort. Following her welcome, the remaining members of Southern Ute Royalty take turns addressing the visitors.

Mr. And Mrs. Santa Claus also attended the Southern Ute Tribe Christmas Dinner on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the Sky Ute Casino. The pair take time to visit individual families, taking photos and spreading Christmas cheer with attendees.

Photo Credit: Divine Windy Boy | SU Drum