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Introducing “An Ariat Christmas Eve," an Original Holiday Song
Celebrate the joy of togetherness with “An Ariat Christmas Eve,” an original holiday song featuring four Nashville country artists. Watch the music video.
Music has a way of making the holidays memorable. This year, we’re sharing a little extra cheer with “An Ariat Christmas Eve,” an original song celebrating the people that make the season special.
Created in collaboration with four Nashville-based country music artists—Shantaia, Levi Hummon, Sammy Arriaga, and SJ McDonald—the song captures the anticipation, excitement, and traditions of the night before Christmas.
Turn up your volume and watch “An Ariat Christmas Eve” come to life in the official music video.
The Making of An Ariat Christmas Eve
We teamed up with our longtime friends at The 615 House, a Nashville-based community supporting the next generation of country music talent. With each artist bringing their own musical style and personality to the recording, “An Ariat Christmas Eve” became a celebration of what can happen when different voices come together.
For Sammy, the opportunity was an easy yes. “When Ariat reached out, I was super excited!” he says. “Teaming up was a no-brainer. Seeing our ideas come together in this Christmas collaboration has been such a cool experience, and I'm so proud of what we made. Y'all are in for a treat.”
Shantaia shared his enthusiasm. Her first reaction? “Heck yes!” She adds, “Anything with Ariat is always a blast, so I knew that energy mixed with the Christmas spirit was going to really be special.”
For Levi, the chance to collaborate was especially meaningful. “I love that ‘[An Ariat] Christmas Eve’ gets to bring people together, especially getting to collaborate with other artists and have everybody bring their own personality to the song,” he says.
What Does “An Ariat Christmas Eve” Mean to You?
Although the artists each have their own connection to the song, they share a hope that listeners will find something familiar in it.
For SJ, that feeling comes straight from her own family. “‘[An Ariat] Christmas Eve’ is about the anticipation of Christmas… surrounded by your busy and festive family!” she says.
For Levi, the hope is that listeners will recognize a little of their own holiday experience in the music. “I hope it just feels warm and nostalgic. Like being home with your family and the people you love.”
How “An Ariat Christmas Eve” Brings Holiday Memories to Life
For Levi, music and Christmas have always gone hand in hand.
“I grew up in a really musical household, so music has always been tied to my favorite holiday memories,” he says. “Certain songs can instantly take me back to being a kid at Christmas, and I hope this song can become that for somebody else.”
Shantaia’s memories of Christmas Eve include “going to midnight mass, opening gifts, eating way too much food, and staying up late.” She hopes the song will “spark those memories for others and maybe start traditions or bring those traditions back.”
SJ puts it simply: “I don’t remember the presents, I remember the presence!”
With “An Ariat Christmas Eve,” we hope to inspire more moments worth remembering.
Holiday Style, Straight from the Music Video
Beyond the music, the video is full of Western-inspired holiday looks, from bold boots to statement jeans that add another layer of personality to the performance.
Shantaia in the Ariat Casanova Boot
Shantaia steps out in the Casanova Boot in Red Alert, adding a festive pop of color to her look.
“I love the classic Christmas red that they are, but I love them even more with the unique stitching and the gold glitter lining inside!” she says. “The most perfect touch to the most gorgeous Christmas boot.”
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Gorgeous stitching, premium leather, and the knee height make our best-selling Casanova boot a showstopper wherever it goes. With the comfort you need for long nights boogying at country concerts and twirling on the dance floor, it'll turn heads whether you've paired it with cutoffs or your favorite summer dress.
Sammy Arriaga in the Ariat Bench Made Clanton Boot
Sammy wears the Bench Made Clanton Boot and gives the style high marks for comfort.
“I love them so much!” he says. “They fit like a glove. I could wear them all day, really.”
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Handcrafted with the old-world artistry of León, Mexico and incorporating Ariat comfort, the Clanton boot is ready to be worn for a lifetime. Premium American Bison leather gives this boot a rugged strength and durability that will last through the years.
Levi Hummon in the Ariat Booker Chelsea Boot
Levi rounds out his look with the Ariat Booker Chelsea Boot, an easy-to-wear style for holiday plans and beyond.
SJ McDonald in the Ariat High Rise Ella Slim Trouser
SJ makes denim the centerpiece of her look with the High Rise Ella Slim Trouser, which fits right in with the festive setting.
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This high-rise trouser is slim-fitting through the hip, thigh, and knee then opens up into the trouser leg we all know and love. The versatile dark wash and subtle stitching are easy to wear with everything from heels to boots.
Shop Ariat Holiday Gifts Inspired by “An Ariat Christmas Eve”
See something you’d put on your own wish list? Shop the styles featured in the music video, browse cowboy and cowgirl boots for everyone on your list, and explore the 2026 Ariat Holiday Gift Guide for more ideas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who sings “An Ariat Christmas Eve”?
“An Ariat Christmas Eve” is an original holiday song performed by Nashville country music artists Shantaia, Levi Hummon, Sammy Arriaga, and SJ McDonald. We collaborated with The 615 House to bring the project together.
What are the artists wearing in the “An Ariat Christmas Eve” music video?
Shantaia wears the Ariat Casanova Boot in Red Alert, Sammy Arriaga wears the Bench Made Clanton Boot, Levi Hummon wears the Booker Chelsea Boot, and SJ McDonald wears the High Rise Ella Slim Trouser.
Where can I shop the Ariat looks featured in the music video?
You can shop the featured styles at Ariat.com or explore our 2026 Ariat Holiday Gift Guide for more cowboy boots, cowgirl boots, Western apparel, and Christmas gift ideas.
