The Center for Documentary Arts (CDA) is dedicated to using the tools of documentary work – photography, oral history, film making, narrative writing, radio broadcasting, and visual art – to help Utahns look inward to better understand our state’s past and present and to gaze outward to discover our connection to the nation and to the world. CDA creates and supports projects that examine and honor the cultural, spiritual, and ethnic identities of our nation’s diverse population in forums wherein we can acknowledge differences, establish common ground, and hence, build community.
School and community-based visual arts classes, workshops, and projects.
The Utah-based nonprofit Children’s Media Workshop produces a substantive and sustainable change in a short period of time by working across the staff and curriculum using best learning and management practices. Using the 21st Century language of media, literacy is advocated in all its forms, from language and mathematics to art and technology. The focus is on building authentic learning communities that are empowered to apply critical thinking and basic skills to the latest educational and societal realities.
As a group of highly dedicated educators and community builders, we combine real-time classroom experience with collaborative team-building techniques that honor individual potential while capitalizing on our extensive backgrounds, from the beginnings of Sundance to having created the largest successful teacher training in US history, the Visual Learning Workshops.
Our basic premise: nothing is more fun than learning.
Art Access/VSA Utah provides equal opportunities to inclusive arts programs for Utahns with disabilities and those with limited access to the arts.
Workshops and projects for young people with disabilities
VSA is an international nonprofit organization founded in 1974 by Ambassador Jean Kennedy Smith to create a society where people with disabilities learn through, participate in and enjoy the arts. VSA provides educators, parents, and artists with resources and the tools to support arts programming in schools and communities.
Art Access 230 500 W #125th, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 (801) 328-0703
Luminaria Christmas Light Show Local Favorite Enchanting Walk Through Ashton Gardens December 31–January 6, 2024, M-S, 4:30–9 pm Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
World of Illumination Holiday Light Show Holiday Music, Whimsical Characters & Lights December 31, 2023, T-Sn, 6–10 pm Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake
Spanish Forks Festival of Lights Drive-Through Light Display December 31, 2023–January 1, 2024, Nightly, 6–10 pm Canyon View Park, Spanish Fork
Ogden Christmas Village December 31–January 1, 2024, Nightly, 5 pm–Midnight 27th Street Washington Blvd, Ogden
Orem Holiday Lights On 100,000 Lights in The Orchard December 31–January 1, Nightly 5–11 pm The Orchard, University Place, Orem
Lights On at The Gateway Holiday Lights & Boutiques December 31, 2023, Nightly, Dusk The Gateway, Salt Lake
Holiday Lights Wagon Ride Holiday Lights Wagon Ride at Jordanelle December 31, 2023, Th-Sn, Multiple Times Jordanelle, Park City Area
Gallivan Center Lights On CelebrationHoliday Lights! Ice Rink In Full Christmas Mode with DJ Jon Smith December 31, 2023, M-Sn, Multiple Times Gallivan Center, Downtown, Salt Lake
Tracy Aviary LightWalk Light Tunnel, Santa, & Tracy Aviary’s Natural Beauty December 31, 2023, M-Sn, 5–9 pm Tracy Aviary, Liberty Park, Salt Lake
Millcreek Common Ice Skating New & Fresh Holiday Lighting December 31, 2023, Daily, Multiple Times Millcreek Common, Millcreek
Millcreek Holiday Lights On New City Hall Festivities December 31, 2023, Nightly, Dusk Millcreek Common, Millcreek
Tracy Aviary LightWalk Light Tunnel, Santa, & Tracy Aviary’s Natural Beauty December 31, 2023, M-Sn, 5–9 pm Tracy Aviary, Liberty Park, Salt Lake
World of Illumination Holiday Light Show Holiday Music, Whimsical Characters & Lights December 31, 2023, T-Sn, 6–10 pm Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake
Lights On at The Gateway Holiday Lights & Boutiques December 31, 2023, Nightly, Dusk The Gateway, Salt Lake
Gallivan Center Lights On CelebrationHoliday Lights! Ice Rink In Full Christmas Mode with DJ Jon Smith December 31, 2023, M-Sn, Dusk Gallivan Center, Downtown, Salt Lake
Millcreek Common Ice Skating New & Fresh Holiday Lighting December 31, 2023, Daily, Multiple Times Millcreek Common, Millcreek
Zootah Zoo Lights December 30, 2023, Th-S, 4:30–8 pm Zootah, Willow Park, Logan
Utah Resident Christmas Displays
Christmas Past
Orem Holiday Lighting Event Holiday Lights! 100,000 Lights in The Orchard, DJ Christmas Music November 10, 2023, 6 pm The Orchard, University Place, Orem
Herriman’s Night of Lights Santa and Mrs. Claus, Music, Games, Crafts, Ice Skating November 27, 2023, 6 pm Crane Plaza & City Hall, Herriman
Santa’s Arrival in RivertonFree Scones, Hot Chocolate, Marshmellow Roasting Cookie Decorating, Crafts& Santa November 27, 2023, 6:30-8 pm Riverton City Park
Saratoga Springs Christmas Christmas Tree Lighting, Crafts, Music & Santa November 27, 2023, 6 pm Neptune Park, Saratoga Springs
Herriman’s Night of Lights Santa and Mrs. Claus, Music, Games, Crafts, Ice Skating November 27, 2023, 6 pm Crane Plaza & City Hall, Herriman
Santa’s Arrival in RivertonFree Scones, Hot Chocolate, Marshmellow Roasting Cookie Decorating, Crafts& Santa November 27, 2023, 6:30-8 pm Riverton City Park
Wine & Cheese Pairings New November 3-4, 2023, W, F-S, Multiple Times La Caille, Upscale French Restaurant, Sandy
The Secret GardenThe Musical BYU School of Theatre November 3-18, 2023, T-S, Multiple Times Brigham Young University, Provo
Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest Local Favorite Insanity Point Haunt & 60 Plus Attractions November 3-4, 2023,Multiple Times Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Hee Haw Farms Fall Festival Pumpkin Drop, Weigh-Off & Pumpkin Patch November 3-4, 2023, M-S, 2–7 pm Hee Haw Farms, Pleasant Grove
West Jordan Concert In The Park Free Outdoor Concert, Food Trucks, Fun & Games November 3–Dec 2023, 1st Friday, 5-10 pm Viridian Event Center & Veterans Memorial Park
Sweeney Todd Historic Magna Theatre November 3-11, 2023, M, F-S, 7:30 pm Empress Theatre, Magna
Hogle Zoo Shows Champion Dogs, Bug Show, Seal & Lion Training November 3-5, 2023, F-Sn, Multiple Times Hogle Zoo, Salt Lake
Dance Class & Social November 3, 2023, Fridays, 7–10 pm Ballroom Utah Dance Studio, South Salt Lake
Glass In The Garden Art Show Glass Art Guild of Utah November 3–December 18, 2023, Daily, 9 am–9 pm Red Butte Garden, UoU, Salt Lake
IAMA Acoustic Music Concert Series Nathan Spenser & Bucklebusters November 3, 2023, 1st Fridays, 7 pm South Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, Cottonwood
Lark and Spur Concert Free Excellence in the Community November 3, 2023, 7:30 pm Covey Center for The Arts, Provo
Parr’s Mini Golf Alpine WonderlandNew 2023 Christmas-Themed Mini Golf November 8–January 21, 2024, M-Sn, Multiple Times The Shops at Southtown, Sandy
Sandy Southtown Photos With SantaSanta Early Photo Specials, Pet Photos November 8–December 24, 2023, M-Th, Multiple Times The Shops at Southtown, Sandy
Excellence Concert Series Free Utah’s Best Musicians on Stage November 8, 2023, Wednesdays, 7:30–9 pm Gallivan Center, Salt Lake City Center
Hansel and Gretel Opera Composed by Engelbert Humperdinck November 8-11, 2023, 7 pm Noorda Center for the Performing Arts, UVU, Orem
Monty Python’s Spamalot November 8-11, 2023, M, W-S, Multiple Times On Pitch Performing Arts, Layton
Wine & Cheese Pairings New November 8, 10-11, 2023, W, F-S, Multiple Times La Caille, Upscale French Restaurant, Sandy
Craft Lake City Art Workshop Collage Self-Portrait Workshop November 8, 2023, 6–8 pm Valley Fair Mall, West Valley City
Country Dance New November 8, 2023, Wednesdays, 8:30–11:30 pm Dance Lessons 8:30–9 pm Union Station Browning Theater, Ogden
Golden Spike Rodeo Events Barrel Racing, Team Roping, Horse Races November 8, 2023, Multiple Times Golden Spike Event Center, Ogden
McCune Mansion Tour November 8, 2023, 2nd Wednesdays, 10 & 11 am 200 North Main Street, Salt Lake
South Salt Lake Art Classes Bad Dog Art: Drawing Skills November 8, 15, 29, 2023, Wednesdays, Multiple Times South Salt Lake Community Center, South Salt Lake
Beginning Banjo University of Utah Continuing Education Class November 8–December 6, 2023, Wednesdays, 6 pm University of Utah, Salt Lake
November 9, 2023, Thursday
Disney On Ice Into the Magic Tour November 9-12, 2023, 7 pm Delta Center, Downtown, Salt Lake
The Nutcracker Lifehouse Performing Arts Academy November 9-11, 2023, Multiple Times Mid Valley Performing Arts Center, Taylorsville
Utah Utes Football Utah vs. South Carolina State November 9, 2023, 7 pm Rice-Eccles Stadium, UofU, Salt Lake
Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show Unique Gifts, Arts, Crafts, Specialty Foods & Santa November 9-11, 2023, 9 am–10 pm Mountain American Expo Center, Sandy
Ballet West Firebird with Fever Dream and Stars & Stripes November 9, 11, 2023, 2 & 7:30 pm Capitol Theatre, Downtown, Salt Lake
Tabernacle Choir Rehearsal Free November 9, 2023, 7:30 pm Tabernacle, Temple Square, Downtown, Salt Lake
UoU School of Dance Concert Contemporary New Works November 9-18, 2023, Th-S, Multiple Times Marriott Center for Dance, UoU, Salt Lake
The Half-Life of Marie Curie Pygmalion Dance Productions November 9-10, 12, 17, 2023, Multiple Times Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, Salt Lake
Young Frankenstein Musical Comedy Theatre November 9-19, 2023, Th-Sn, 6 & 8 pm Egyptian Theatre, Park City
The Indigo Room Immersive, Ritualistic Theater by Timothy White Eagle November 9-11, 2023, 7:30 pm Kingsbury Hall, UoU, Salt Lake
Miracle On 42nd Street Holly Jolly Hilarious Christmas Spectacular November 9–January 6, 2023, W-S, Multiple Times Desert Star Playhouse, Murray
Ogden On Stage Audra McDonald with the Utah Symphony November 9, 2023, 7:30 pm Browning Center, WSU, Ogden
Acoustic Showcase Free IAMA Acoustic Music Concert November 9, 2023, Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 pm Pat’s BBQ, Salt Lake
Jose Mendez in Concert Gina Bachauer International Piano Foundation November 10, 2023, 7:30 pm Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, Salt Lake
Wine & Cheese Pairings New November 10-11, 2023, W, F-S, Multiple Times La Caille, Upscale French Restaurant, Sandy
UoU Live Theatre Production The Tempest November 10-19, 2023, Th-Sn, Multiple Times Babcock Theatre, UoU, Salt Lake
The Pranksters New New Midvale Theatre November 10, 2023, 7 pm Pearl On Main Street, Midvale
History That Doesn’t Suck American History-Telling, Live Music, & Multimedia November 10-11, 2023, 7:30 pm Noorda Center for the Performing Arts, UVU, Orem
Sweeney Todd Historic Magna Theatre November 10-11, 2023, M, F-S, 7:30 pm Empress Theatre, Magna
Ogden Ski Swap November 10-11, 2023, Multiple Times Golden Spike Event Center, Ogden
Hogle Zoo Shows Champion Dogs, Bug Show, Seal & Lion Training November 10-12, 2023, F-Sn, Multiple Times Hogle Zoo, Salt Lake
Musical FiresideFree Choosing Charity November 12, 2023, Sundays, 7 pm SCERA Center for the Arts, Orem
Sunday Brunch November 12, 2023, Sundays, 10 am–2 pm Piper Down Pub, Salt Lake
Coffee & Games November 12, 2023, Sundays, 1–5 pm Game Haven, Sandy
Sunday Craft November 12, 2023, Sundays, 11 am–1 pm Swaner Preserve & EcoCenter, Park City
November 13, 2023, Monday
Orem Holiday Lighting Event Holiday Lights! 100,000 Lights in The Orchard, DJ Christmas Music November 13, 2023, 6 pm The Orchard, University Place, Orem
Sandy Southtown Photos With SantaSanta Early Photo Specials, Pet Photos November 13–December 24, 2023, M-Th, Multiple Times The Shops at Southtown, Sandy
South Salt Lake Art Classes Bad Dog Art: Drawing Skills November 15, 29, 2023, Wednesdays, Multiple Times South Salt Lake Community Center, South Salt Lake
Beginning Banjo University of Utah Continuing Education Class November 15–December 6, 2023, Wednesdays, 6 pm University of Utah, Salt Lake
November 16, 2023, Thursday
Nativity Market A Nativity Store Event November 16-18, 2023, 10 am–9 pm Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
Luminaria Christmas Light Show Best Enchanting Walk Through Ashton Gardens November 16–January 6, 2023, M-S, 4:30–9 pm Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Depeche Mode Concert Memento Mori World Tour November 18, 2023, 7 pm Delta Center, Downtown, Salt Lake
World of illumination Holiday Light Show Holiday Music, Whimsical Characters & Lights November 18–December 31, 2023, T-Sn, 6–10 pm Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake
BYU Cougars Football BYU Football v Oklahoma November 18, 2023, Time TBA Lavell Edwards Stadium, BYU, Provo
Silly Holiday BazaarNew 2023 Festive Indoor Holiday Market November 18–December 3, 2023, S & Sn, Noon–8 pm The Shops at Southtown, Sandy
Lights On at the Eccles Holiday Lights, Art, Treats & Music November 20, 2023, 5:30–7:30 pm Eccles Theater Grand Lobby, Downtown, Salt Lake
Luminaria Christmas Light Show Holiday Lights! Enchanting Walk Through Ashton Gardens November 20–January 6, 2023, M-S, 4:30–9 pm Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
A Christmas Carol Holiday Musical November 20-27, 2023, M-W, F-Sn, 7:30 pm Peery’s Egyptian Theater, Ogden
Ice Sculpture NightsFree November 20–December 18, 2023, Mondays, 6–8 pm Shops at Riverwoods, Provo
Sandy Southtown Photos With SantaSanta Early Photo Specials, Pet Photos November 20–December 24, 2023, M-Th, Multiple Times The Shops at Southtown, Sandy
World of illumination Holiday Light Show Holiday Music, Whimsical Characters & Lights November 21–December 31, 2023, T-Sn, 6–10 pm Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake
Trans-Siberian Orchestra The Ghost of Christmas Eve November 21, 2023, 3 & 7 pm Delta Center, Downtown, Salt Lake
Millcreek Common Skate Loop New & Bright DJ Skate Nights, Boutiques, Magic Ice Show November 23, 2023, Daily, Multiple Times Millcreek Common, Millcreek
Orem Holiday Lights On 100,000 Lights in The Orchard November 23–January 1, Nightly 5–11 pm The Orchard, University Place, Orem
Solitude Ski Resort OpenOh Baby! November 23, 2023, 9am–4 pm Solitude Mountain Resort, Big Cottonwood Canyon
Holiday Lights Wagon Ride Holiday Lights Wagon Ride at Jordanelle November 24–Dec 31, 2023, Th-Sn, Multiple Times Jordanelle, Park City Area
Ryan Hamilton Stand-Up Comedy November 24, 2023, 8 pm Delta Center, Downtown, Salt Lake
Hogle Zoo ZooLights Thousands of Lights, Programs & Family Fun November 24-26, 2023, Select Days, 5:30–9 pm Hogle Zoo, Salt Lake
Festival of the Seas November 24–Dec 30, 2023, F-M, Multiple Times Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, Draper
Colin Mochrie’s Hyprov Improv Under Hypnosis November 24-26, 2023, 8 pm, Sunday 6 pm Egyptian Theatre, Park City
FM100.3 Christmas Concert SeriesFree November 24, 28, 30, Dec 5, 7, 12, 14, 2023, 12–1 pm Fountain Court, The Shops at South Town, Sandy
Tracy Aviary LightWalk Light Tunnel, Santa, & Tracy Aviary’s Natural Beauty November 24–December 23, 2023, M-Sn, 5–9 pm Tracy Aviary, Liberty Park, Salt Lake
The Nutcracker Utah Festival Ballet November 24-25, 2023, 2 & 7:30 pm Mid Valley Performing Arts Center, Taylorsville
GENTRI Christmas Powerful Harmonies & Heartfelt Storytelling November 24-25, 2023, 2 & 8 pm Delta Hall at the Eccles Theater, Downtown, Salt Lake
Gallivan Center Lights On CelebrationHoliday Lights! Ice Rink In Full Christmas Mode with DJ Jon Smith November 24, 2023, 4–7 pm Gallivan Center, Downtown, Salt Lake
Nutcracker Ballet Cache Valley Civic Ballet November 24, 25, 27, 2023, 1:30 & 7:30 pm Cache Valley Center for the Arts, Logan
A Christmas Carol Charles Dicken’s Beloved Christmas Story November 24–December 28, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times Hale Centre Theatre, Sandy
Santa Arrives in Farmington Photos-Ops, Face Painting, Balloon Twisters, DJ Music November 24, 2023, 3–5 pm Fountain Square, Station Park, Farmington
A Christmas Carol Charles Dicken’s Holiday Favorite November 24–December 23, 2023, F-S, 3:30 & 7:30 pm Parker Theatre, South Salt Lake
Wine & Cheese Pairings New November 24, 2023, W, F-S, Multiple Times La Caille, Upscale French Restaurant, Sandy
Miracle On 42nd Street Holly Jolly Hilarious Christmas Spectacular November 24–January 6, 2023, W-S, Multiple Times Desert Star Playhouse, Murray
The Nutcracker Cache Valley Civic Ballet November 24, 25, 27, 2023, 7:30 pm Cache Valley Center for the Arts, Logan
Luminaria Christmas Light Show Holiday Lights! Enchanting Walk Through Ashton Gardens November 24–January 6, 2023, M-S, 4:30–9 pm Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
World of illumination Holiday Light Show Holiday Music, Whimsical Characters & Lights November 24–December 31, 2023, T-Sn, 6–10 pm Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake
Chrismas at The RiverwoodsHo Ho Christmas Carousel Rides, Holidays Lights & Santa November 24, 2023, Multiple Times The Shops At Riverwoods, Provo
Santa’s Arrival in RivertonFree Scones, Hot Chocolate, Marshmellow Roasting Cookie Decorating, Crafts& Santa November 27, 2023, 6:30-8 pm Riverton City Park
Herriman’s Night of Lights Santa and Mrs. Claus, Music, Games, Crafts, Ice Skating November 27, 2023, 6 pm Crane Plaza & City Hall, Herriman
Saratoga Springs Christmas Christmas Tree Lighting, Crafts, Music & Santa November 27, 2023, 6 pm Neptune Park, Saratoga Springs
FIL Jr. Luge World Cup November 27–December 3, 2023, Multiple Times Utah Olympic Park, Park City
La Caille Holiday Kick-Off Party Santa, Hot Cocoa & Treats, Beautiful Ambiance November 27, 2023, 5–9 pm La Caille, Upscale French Restaurant, Sandy
Sandy Southtown Photos With SantaSanta Early Photo Specials, Pet Photos November 27–December 24, 2023, M-Th, Multiple Times The Shops at Southtown, Sandy
Paws & Claus Pet Photos with Santa November 27–December 18, 2023, Mondays, 1–8 pm Station Park, Farmington
Christmas in Farmington Photos With Santa, Boutiques, Holiday Lights November 27–December 24, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times Fountain Square, Station Park, Farmington
Nutcracker Ballet Cache Valley Civic Ballet November 27, 2023, 1:30 & 7:30 pm Cache Valley Center for the Arts, Logan
A Christmas Carol Charles Dicken’s Beloved Christmas Story November 27–December 28, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times Hale Centre Theatre, Sandy
Luminaria Christmas Light Show Holiday Lights! Enchanting Walk Through Ashton Gardens November 27–January 6, 2023, M-S, 4:30–9 pm Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Chrismas at The RiverwoodsHo Ho Christmas Carousel Rides, Holidays Lights & Santa November 27, 2023, Multiple Times The Shops At Riverwoods, Provo
World of illumination Holiday Light Show Holiday Music, Whimsical Characters & Lights November 28–December 31, 2023, T-Sn, 6–10 pm Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake
Christmas in Killarney An Irish Christmas Celebration November 28, 2023, 7:30 pm Covey Center for The Arts, Provo
A Christmas Carol Active Pages Storytelling Event Under Lights November 28-30, 2023, Multiple Times Layton Common Park, Layton
Machinal UVU Theatre Production November 28–December 2, 2023, Multiple Times Noorda Center for the Performing Arts, UVU, Orem
Bountiful Art Classes Gingerbread House Decorating with Emily Farmer November 28, 2023, 6–8 pm Bountiful Davis Art Center
Festival of TreesLocal Favorite November 29–December 2, 2023, Multiple Times Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
Christkindlmarkt SLC Inspired by Famous German Christmas Markets November 29–December 2, 2023, 11 am–8 pm This Is The Place Heritage Park, Salt Lake
Simple Treasures Holiday Boutique Over 180 of Utah’s Premier Top Local Crafters November 29–Dec 2, 2023, Multiple Times Golden Spike Event Center, Ogden
Holiday Lights Wagon Ride Holiday Lights Wagon Ride at Jordanelle November 30–Dec 31, 2023, Th-Sn, Multiple Times Jordanelle, Park City Area
Utah Symphony Appalachian Spring at the Noorda November 30, 2023, 7:30 pm Noorda Center for the Performing Arts, UVU, Orem
BYU School of Music BYU Symphonic Band + University Band in Concert November 30, 2023, 7:30 pm Brigham Young University, Provo
Rhythm of the Dance Christmas Special Irish In Essence with a Touch of Christmas Magic November 30, 2023, 7:30 pm Cache Valley Center for the Arts, Logan
Acoustic Showcase Free IAMA Acoustic Music Concert November 30, 2023, Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 pm Pat’s BBQ, Salt Lake
Mountain Jubilee Chorus Love to sing? Come join the Mountain Jubilee Chorus November 8, 2022, Tuesdays, 7–8 pm Jean Massieu School of the Deaf, Salt Lake
November 3-4, 2023, Final Weekend 2023 To Be Scared
Salt Lake City Area
Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest Local Favorite Insanity Point Haunt & 60 Plus Attractions November 3-4, 2023, Multiple Times Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Hee Haw Farms Fall Festival Pumpkin Drop, Weigh-Off & Pumpkin Patch November 3-4, 2023, M-S, 2–7 pm Hee Haw Farms, Pleasant Grove
Halloween Express Train Halloween Songs, Entertainment & Family Fun Scary October 30, 2023, M, Th-S, Multiple Times Heber Valley Railroad, Heber
Provo Utah Valley Area
Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest Local Favorite Insanity Point Haunt & 60 Plus Attractions November 3-4, 2023, Multiple Times Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Hee Haw Farms Fall Festival Pumpkin Drop, Weigh-Off & Pumpkin Patch November 3-4, 2023, M-S, 2–7 pm Hee Haw Farms, Pleasant Grove
Halloween Lift RidesFun Date Beautiful Sundance Cool Mountain Autumn Air October 31, 2023, 7–10 pm Sundance Mountain Resort, Provo Canyon
Witches and Wizards Halloween Tea Party Bewitching Brews, Spellbinding Treats, and Mystery October 21, 2023, 11 am–1 pm The Gateway District, Downtown, Salt Lake
Trolley Square Fall Festival Trick or Treat, Pumpkin Drop, Live Music October 21, 2023, Noon–3 pm Trolley Square, Salt Lake
Scarecrow FestivalBest 50 Acres of Gardens and Scarecrows October 21, 2023, Multiple Times Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Ghosts of Camp Floyd Campfire Ghost Stories, Cemetary Tour October 30, 2023, Multiple Times Stagecoach Inn, Camp Floyd State Park, Fairfield
Dinos in the Dark Halloween Favorite October 30, 2023, M, Th-S, Multiple Times George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park, Ogden
Sleepy Hollow The Musical October 30, 2023, M, Th-S, 7:30 pm West Valley Performing Arts Center West Valley City Theatre
Santaquin Fall Festival Corn Maze, Apple Cannon, Pumpkin Patch, Food & Fun October 30, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times Rowley’s Red Barn, Santaquin
Corn Maze On The Farm Road Trip Pony Rides, Spooky Train, Pumpkin Patch October 30, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times American West Heritage Center, Wellsville
Utah Events & Activities for the Month of September 2023. Fairs, City Festivals, Peach Days, Labor Day Weekend, Cooler Nights, Harvest Month, Haunted Houses, Back To School, Football & Soccer Games, Live Theatre & Dance, and Entertainment Venue Calendars.
Labor Day, September 4, 2023 First Day of Autumn, September 22, 2023
Lagoon Amusement ParkOpen Weekend & Labor Day September 1-4, 2023, F-Sn, 10 am–7 pm Frontrunner then free shuttle from train to park Lagoon Amusement Park, Farmington
Taylorsville Starry Nights Free Live Music & Food Trucks September 1–Sept 15, 2023, Fridays, 5–8:30 pm Centennial Plaza, Taylorsville City Hall
Steppin’ On Main New & Free Music, Poetry, Film, Food, Drinks & Entertainment September 1, 2023, Fridays, 7–9 pm Eccles Theater, Downtown, Main Street, Salt Lake
Jordan Landing Concert Series Free Free Face Painting September 1–October 20, 2023, Fridays, 6:30–8:30 pm Jordan Landing, West Jordan
Moab Music FestivalUtah Best 53 Artists, 23 Concerts, 13 Wilderness Venues September1-15, 2023, Select Days, Multiple Times Various Moab Utah Locations
Burning Man FestivalWild Road Trip September 1-4, 2023, All Day & Night Black Rock City, Nevada
West Jordan Concert In The Park Free Outdoor Concert, Food Trucks, Fun & Games September 1–Dec 2023, 1st Friday, 5-10 pm Viridian Event Center & Veterans Memorial Park
Dance Class & Social September 1, 2023, Fridays, 7–10 pm Ballroom Utah Dance Studio, South Salt Lake
Iron County Fair & RodeoRoad Trip PRCA Pro Rodeo, Mud Bog, Demolition Derby, Car Show September 1-4, 2023, Multiple Events/Times Iron County Fairgrounds, Parowan
Horseback Trail Rides 450 Acres With Iconic Views of the Valley September 1–October 2023, M–S, Multiple Times This Is The Place Heritage Park, Salt Lake
South Jordan Farmers Market Free Weekly Crafts Activity September 2–October 15, 2023, Saturdays, 8 am–1 pm Town Center Drive, South Jordan
Utah Highland Games State Championship Top 10 Male and Female Highland Games Athletes September 2-3, 2023, 11 am–5 pm Solitude Mountain Resort, Big Cottonwood Canyon
Labor Day The Official End of Summer Utah Labor Day Week Events & Activities
Urban Arts Festival Live Street Art, Music & Dance September 2-3, 2023, Multiple Times The Gateway, Downtown, Salt Lake
Motocross Track Open RideNew September 2-3, 2023, S-Sn Bi-Monthly, 9 am–4 pm Deseret Peak Motocross Track, Tooele
Adventure Van Expo Open House of Vans & Builders September 2-3, 2023, 10 am–5 pm Golden Spike Event Center, Ogden
Downtown Farmers Market2023 September 2–October 2023, Saturdays, 8 am–2 pm Pioneer Park, Salt Lake
Daybreak Farmers Market September 2–October 2023, Saturdays, 9 am–1 pm Daybreak, South Jordan
Farmers Market OgdenBest Live Music, Art Performances, and Kids’ Activities September 2, 2023, Saturdays, 8 am–1 pm 2562 Washington Blvd, Ogden
Summer at SnowbasinFresh Mountain Air Gondola Access, Mountain Biking & Hiking, Music September 2-3–October 8, 2023, S & Sn, Multiple Times Snowbasin Mountain Resort, Huntsville
Brian Head Live Music On The MountainRoad Trip Live Music, Activities, Food & Drink September 2, 2023, 11 am–8 pm Brian Head Mountain Resort, Southern Utah
Bountiful Open Mic Night September 2, 16, 2023, 8–10 pm 1st & 3rd Saturday Main Street, Bountiful
Spring City First Saturday FestivalRoad Trip Music Concerts, Artisians, Art City Shopping September 2, 2023, 1st Saturday, Multi Times Historic Main Street, Spring City
Legends Motorcycles Museum New 120 Rare Motorcycles, Antique Autos, Tattoo Art, Cafe September 4, 2023, M-S, 10 am–3 pm 1715 W 500 S, Springville
Kids Place at the Orchard 2023 September 4, 2023, M-S, 10 am–9 pm The Orchard, University Place, Orem
Dinosaur Island New Travel Back In Time to the Land of the Dinosaurs September 4, 2023, M-S, 9 am–8 pm Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Horseback Trail Rides 450 Acres With Iconic Views of the Valley September 4–October 2023, M-S, Multiple Times This Is The Place Heritage Park, Salt Lake
Addams Family Wednezday’s Haunted Mansion September 6–November 4, 2023, W-S, Multiple Times Desert Star Playhouse, Murray
Dog Walk Wednesdays Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point September 6–Oct 11, 2023, Wednesdays, 9 am–8 pm Thanksgiving Point, Ashton Gardens, Lehi
Country Dance New September 6, 2023, Wednesdays, 8:30–11:30 pm Dance Lessons 8:30–9 pm Union Station Browning Theater, Ogden
Park City Farmer’s Market September 6, 2023–Oct 2023, Wednesday, 11 am–5 pm Canyons Village, Park City
West Valley Hump Day Buffet Free Food Trucks, Live Performances & Entertainment September 6, 2023, Wednesdays, 6:30 pm Fairbourne Station Promenade, West Valley
Square Dancing September 6, 2023, Wednesdays, 1 pm Senior Citizen Center, Sandy
Line Dance Lessons Free September 6, 2023, Wednesdays, 7-9 pm Westerner Club, West Valley
South Salt Lake Art Classes Bad Dog Arts: Bookmaking and Visual Journaling September 6-27, 2023, Wednesdays, Multiple Times South Salt Lake Community Center, South Salt Lake
Scarecrow WalkFree September 7-17, 2023, Dawn-Dusk USU Botanical Center, Kaysville
Nine The Musical September 7-10, 2023, Th-Sn, 8 pm Sunday 6 pm Egyptian Theatre, Park City
Moab Music FestivalUtah Best 53 Artists, 23 Concerts, 13 Wilderness Venues September 7-15, 2023, Select Days, Multiple Times Various Moab Utah Locations
Playboi Carti Concert Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely and Homixide Gang September 8, 2023, 7:30 pm Delta Center, Downtown, Salt Lake
Greek Festival Local Favorite Folk Dancing, Live Entertainment, Authentic Foods September 8-10, 2023, Multiple Events/Times Holy Trinity Cathedral, Salt Lake
Salt Lake Bees Baseball Fireworks Exhibition September 8-10, 2023, T-Sn, 6:30 pm, 1 pm Sundays Smith’s Ballpark, Downtown, Salt Lake
Utah Olympic Park Anti-Gala 2023New Unlimited Tubing, Live Music, Food & Drinks September 8, 2023, 6:30–10 pm Utah Olympic Park, Park City
Tarzan Road Trip The Stage Musical September 8–Oct 21, 2023, Select Days, Multiple Times Tuacahn Amphitheatre, St. George
Dance Class & Social September 8, 2023, Fridays, 7–10 pm Ballroom Utah Dance Studio, South Salt Lake
Steppin’ On Main New & Free Music, Poetry, Film, Food, Drinks & Entertainment September 8, 2023, Fridays, 7–9 pm Eccles Theater, Downtown, Main Street, Salt Lake
Wine & Cheese Pairings New September 8-9, 2023, W, F-S, Multiple Times La Caille, Upscale French Restaurant, Sandy
Lagoon Amusement Park Utah Family Fun Frightmare Now Scaring People September 8, 2023, F-Sn, 10 am–7 pm Frontrunner then free shuttle from the train to the park Lagoon Amusement Park, Farmington
Hogle Zoo Shows Champion Dogs, Bug Show, Seal & Lion Training September 8-10, 2023, F-Sn, Multiple Times Hogle Zoo, Salt Lake
Utah Olympic Park Outdoor Summer Mountain Fun September 8-24, 2023, F-Sn, Multiple Times Utah Olympic Park, Park City
Red Butte Garden Workshop Holistic Hula September 9, 2023, 9–10:30 am Red Butte Garden, UoU, Salt Lake
Summer at SnowbasinFresh Mountain Air Gondola Access, Mountain Biking & Hiking, Music September 9-10–Oct 8, 2023, S & Sn, Multiple Times Snowbasin Mountain Resort, Huntsville
Murray Arts In The Park Evening Series Grupo Folklorico Saphichu, Karlysue y Trio Los Charros September 9, 2023, 8 pm Murray Park Outdoor Amphitheater, Murray
Solitude Sunday Concert Series Free Live Outdoor Music Concert September 10–October 1, 2023, Sundays, 5–8 pm Solitude Mountain Resort, Big Cottonwood Canyon
Mountain Town Music ConcertFree Park Silly Sunday Festival Concerts September 10, 2023, Sundays, Multiple Times Historic Main Street, Park City
India Mela Festival Cultural Performances, Dance, Crafts & Food September 10, 2023, 11 am–4 pm Sri Ganesha Hindu Temple, South Jordan
Outdoor Urban Flea Market 80+ Vendors Offering Eclectic and Unique Vintage September 10, 2023, 10 am–4 pm The Gateway, Downtown, Salt Lake
Legends Motorcycles Museum New 120 Rare Motorcycles, Antique Autos, Tattoo Art, Cafe September 11, 2023, M-S, 10 am–3 pm 1715 W 500 S, Springville
Kids Place at the Orchard 2023 September 11, 2023, M-S, 10 am–9 pm The Orchard, University Place, Orem
Dinosaur Island New Travel Back In Time to the Land of the Dinosaurs September 11, 2023, M-S, 9 am–8 pm Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Horseback Trail Rides 450 Acres With Iconic Views of the Valley September 11–October 2023, M-S, Multiple Times This Is The Place Heritage Park, Salt Lake
Bountiful Davis Art Classes Beginner Watercolor with Emily Bagley September 12–October 3, 2023, Tuesdays, 5:30 pm Bountiful Davis Art Center, Bountiful
GoGa Yoga September 12, 2023, Tuesdays, 7 pm The Gateway, Downtown, Salt Lake
South Salt Lake Art Classes Bad Dog Arts: Bookmaking and Visual Journaling September 13-27, 2023, Wednesdays, Multiple Times South Salt Lake Community Center, South Salt Lake
September 14, 2023, Thursday
Leo Kottke Concert Master of Acoustic Guitar September 14-16, 2023, 8 pm Egyptian Theatre, Park City
Utah RV Super Show September 14-17, 2023, Multiple Times Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
Freedom’s Light Festival 40 Plus Interactive & Engaging Activities September 14-16, 2023, Multiple Times Bountiful Park, Bountiful
Utah Philharmonia September 14, 2023, 7:30 pm Libby Gardner Concert Hall, UoU, Salt Lake
BYU School of Music Faculty Recital Alexander and Rex Woods, Violin and Piano September 14, 2023, 7:30 pm Brigham Young University, BYU, Provo
Lagoon Amusement Park Utah Family Fun Frightmare Now Scaring People September 15-17, 2023, F-Sn, 10 am–7 pm Frontrunner then free shuttle from the train to the park Lagoon Amusement Park, Farmington
Hogle Zoo Shows Champion Dogs, Bug Show, Seal & Lion Training September 15-17, 2023, F-Sn, Multiple Times Hogle Zoo, Salt Lake
Dance Class & Social September 15, 2023, Fridays, 7–10 pm Ballroom Utah Dance Studio, South Salt Lake
Hobo Train RideFun Date Fireside Entertainment & Hobo Stew September 15, 2023, 7-9:30 pm Heber Valley Railroad, Provo Canyon
Into The Woods Musical Indoor Season Opener September 15–October 7, 2023, M, Th-S, 7:30 pm SCERA Center for the Arts, Orem
Timpanogos Nation Cultural Festival Traditional Performances, Authentic Artistry, Frybread September 16, 2023, 3–6 pm The Orchard, University Place, Orem
Springville Art Festival Chalk Art, Sculpture, Artisians, Food & Fun September 16, 2023, 11 am–8 pm Main Street, Downtown, Springville
Summer at SnowbasinFresh Mountain Air Gondola Access, Mountain Biking & Hiking, Music September 16-17–Oct 8, 2023, S & Sn, Multiple Times Snowbasin Mountain Resort, Huntsville
Forest Bathing Originated in Japan Where it is Called Shinrin-Yoku September 16, 2023, 10–11:30 am Red Butte Garden, Salt Lake
Red Butte Garden Workshop Fresh Flower Arrangements September 16, 2023, 1–3 pm Red Butte Garden, UoU, Salt Lake
UMFA Third Saturday for Families Free Family Art Projects September 16, 2023, 3rd Saturday, 1–4 pm Utah Museum of Fine Arts, Salt Lake
Dance For Life Suicide Awareness Gala Event September 16, 2023, Multiple Times Capitol Theatre, Downtown, Salt Lake
Motocross Track Open RideNew September 16-17, 2023, S-Sn Bi-Monthly, 9 am–4 pm Deseret Peak Motocross Track, Tooele
Salsation Dance Night September 16, 2023, Saturdays, 9 pm–1:30 am Athena Beans Coffee House & Bistro, Sandy
Park Silly Sunday MarketBest of the Best Mountain Town Music Concerts September 17-24, 2023, Sundays, 10 am–5 pm Park City’s Historic Main Street
Solitude Sunday Concert Series Free Live Outdoor Music Concert September 17–October 1, 2023, Sundays, 5–8 pm Solitude Mountain Resort, Big Cottonwood Canyon
Mountain Town Music ConcertFree Park Silly Sunday Festival Concerts September 17, 2023, Sundays, Multiple Times Historic Main Street, Park City
Excellence Concert Series Free September 20, 2023, Wednesdays, 7:30–9 pm Gallivan Center, Salt Lake City Center
Addams Family Wednezday’s Haunted Mansion September 20–November 4, 2023, W-S, Multiple Times Desert Star Playhouse, Murray
Mountain Town Music Concert Series Free Free Outdoor Concerts Galore September 20, 2023, Multiple Times Multiple Park City Area Locations
Wine & Cheese Pairings New September 20, 22-23, 2023, W, F-S, Multiple Times La Caille, Upscale French Restaurant, Sandy
Birdlesque Bird Show September 20, 2023, 6–10 pm Tracy Aviary, Liberty Park, Salt Lake
Mobile Museum At The Park New West Jordan Cougar Park September 20, 2023, 3–4:30 pm Cougar Park, West Jordan
Dog Walk Wednesdays Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point September 20–Oct 11, 2023, Wednesdays, 9 am–8 pm Thanksgiving Point, Ashton Gardens, Lehi
South Salt Lake Art Classes Bad Dog Arts: Bookmaking and Visual Journaling September 20-27, 2023, Wednesdays, Multiple Times South Salt Lake Community Center, South Salt Lake
Country Dance New September 20, 2023, Wednesdays, 8:30–11:30 pm Dance Lessons 8:30–9 pm Union Station Browning Theater, Ogden
Park City Farmer’s Market September 20, 2023–Oct 2023, Wednesday, 11 am–5 pm Canyons Village, Park City
Square Dancing September 20, 2023, Wednesdays, 1 pm Senior Citizen Center, Sandy
Line Dance Lessons Free September 20, 2023, Wednesdays, 7-9 pm Westerner Club, West Valley
Provo Open Mic Night September 20, 2023, Wednesdays, 8 pm Velour Live Music Gallery, Provo
Live Band Karaoke Be The Lead Singer of a Live Band September 21, 2023, Thursdays, 8–11 pm Club 90, Sandy
September 22, 2023, Friday
FanX Comic Convention September 22-23, 2023, Multiple Times Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake
Counting Crows Concert Banshee Season Tour with Dashboard Confessional September 22, 2023, 7:30 pm USANA Amphitheatre, West Valley City
Gem Faire One of Utah’s Largest September 22-24, 2023, Multiple Times Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
Deer Valley Summer Farewell Fiesta Taqueria Station, Local Breweries, Tacos & Fun September 22-24, 2023, 10 am–4 pm McHenry Beach, Deer Valley, Park City
The Three Musketeers Swashbuckling Fun Live Theatre September 22-30, 2023, M, F-S, 7:30 pm Angelus Theatre, Spanish Fork
Bright Star Historic Magna Theatre September 22-30, 2023, F-S, 7:30 pm Empress Theatre, Magna
Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest Local Favorite Insanity Point Haunt & 60 Plus Attractions September 22–October 30, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Castle of ChaosBest Opening Week September 22–Nov 4, 2023, F-S, 7:30 pm–10 pm Escape Rooms & Haunted House 7980 S, State St, Midvale
Haunted Forest Alien Attack, Leech Lagoon, Uncle Chuckies Pumpkins September 22–October 31, 2023, F-S, Multiple Times 6400 100 W, American Fork
Lagoon Amusement Park Utah Family Fun Frightmare Now Scaring People September 22-24, 2023, F-Sn, 10 am–7 pm Frontrunner then free shuttle from the train to the park Lagoon Amusement Park, Farmington
Jekyll & Hyde A Very Musical Comedy September 22–October 21, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times Centerpointe Legacy Theatre, Centerville
Salsa & Bachata Social Dance September 22, 2023, 9:30 pm–1:30 am Lessons 9:30–10:30 pm, 2nd & 4th Fridays DF Dance Studio, Salt Lake
Swap Meet September 23-24, 2023, S-Sn, 9 am–3 pm Redwood Drive-In, West Valley City
Utah Olympic Park Outdoor Summer Mountain Fun September 23-24, 2023, F-Sn, Multiple Times Utah Olympic Park, Park City
Summer at SnowbasinFresh Mountain Air Gondola Access, Mountain Biking & Hiking, Music September 23–Oct 8, 2023, S & Sn, Multiple Times Snowbasin Mountain Resort, Huntsville
The Mystery of Edwin Drood Musical Dramedy September 23–October 28, 2023, F-S, 3:30 & 7:30 pm Parker Theatre, South Salt Lake
Utah Pagan Market September 24, 2023, 9 am–3 pm Athena Beans Coffee House & Bistro, Sandy
Air Plants: An Introduction University of Utah Continuing Education Class September 23-29, 2023, 1-3 pm University of Utah, Salt Lake
Conservation Garden Park Classes Free Waterwise Perennials Tour September 23, 2023, 10 am–12 pm Conservation Garden Park, West Jordan
Park Silly Sunday MarketBest of the Best Mountain Town Music Concerts September 24, 2023, Sundays, 10 am–5 pm Park City’s Historic Main Street
Solitude Sunday Concert Series Free Live Outdoor Music Concert September 24–October 1, 2023, Sundays, 5–8 pm Solitude Mountain Resort, Big Cottonwood Canyon
Mountain Town Music ConcertFree Park Silly Sunday Festival Concerts September 24, 2023, Sundays, Multiple Times Historic Main Street, Park City
Santaquin Fall Festival Corn Maze, Apple Cannon, Pumpkin Patch, Food & Fun September 25–Oct 30, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times Rowley’s Red Barn, Santaquin
Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fest Local Favorite Insanity Point Haunt & 60 Plus Attractions September 25–October 30, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
Corn Maze On The Farm Pony Rides, Spooky Train, Pumpkin Patch September 25–Oct 28, 2023, M-S, Multiple Times American West Heritage Center, Wellsville
Sandy Food Truck Night 2023 Amphitheater Open Mic Night September 25–October 2, 2023, Mondays, 5–7:30 pm Sandy Amphitheater Park, Sandy
Witchapalooza Dinner Theater Gardner Village Witchfest Event September 27–Oct 28, 2023, W-S, 1:30 & 6:30 pm Gardner Village, West Jordan
UMC Amateur Racing Track Day Zoom Zoom September 27, 2023, Wednesdays, 3–8 pm Utah Motorsports Campus, Grantsville
Aristo Sham Concert Prodigy Pianist September 27, 2023, 7:30 pm Noorda Center for the Performing Arts, UVU, Orem
Mountain Town Music Concert Series Free Free Outdoor Concerts Galore September 27, 2023, Multiple Times Multiple Park City Area Locations
Wine & Cheese Pairings New September 27, 2023, W, F-S, Multiple Times La Caille, Upscale French Restaurant, Sandy
Addams Family Wednezday’s Haunted Mansion September 27–November 4, 2023, W-S, Multiple Times Desert Star Playhouse, Murray
Excellence Concert Series Free September 27, 2023, Wednesdays, 7:30–9 pm Gallivan Center, Salt Lake City Center
Matched Horse Races September 27, 2023, 9:30 am Golden Spike Event Center, Ogden
Dog Walk Wednesdays Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point September 27–Oct 11, 2023, Wednesdays, 9 am–8 pm Thanksgiving Point, Ashton Gardens, Lehi
South Salt Lake Art Classes Bad Dog Arts: Bookmaking and Visual Journaling September 27, 2023, Wednesdays, Multiple Times South Salt Lake Community Center, South Salt Lake
Country Dance New September 27, 2023, Wednesdays, 8:30–11:30 pm Dance Lessons 8:30–9 pm Union Station Browning Theater, Ogden
Park City Farmer’s Market September 27, 2023–Oct 2023, Wednesday, 11 am–5 pm Canyons Village, Park City
Square Dancing September 27, 2023, Wednesdays, 1 pm Senior Citizen Center, Sandy
Line Dance Lessons Free September 27, 2023, Wednesdays, 7-9 pm Westerner Club, West Valley
Provo Open Mic Night September 27, 2023, Wednesdays, 8 pm Velour Live Music Gallery, Provo
Trolley Corners Party On The Plaza Beer Trucks, Live Entertainment, Food Trucks September 28, 2023, Monthly–September, 6-8 pm Trolley Corners, Salt Lake
Live Band Karaoke Be The Lead Singer of a Live Band September 28, 2023, Thursdays, 8–11 pm Club 90, Sandy
September 29, 2023, Friday
BYU Cougars Football BYU vs. Cincinnati September 29, 2023, 8 pm Lavell Edwards Stadium, BYU, Provo
Nate Bargatze Stand-Up Comedian September 29-30, 2023, 7 pm Delta Center, Salt Lake
Cache Valley Cheese & Dairy FestivalFree Best Cheesecake Contest, Live Entertainment, Samples September 29-30, 2023, Multiple Times Cache County Event Center, Logan
Lagoon Amusement Park Utah Family Fun Frightmare Now Scaring People September 29–Oct 1, 2023, F-Sn, 10 am–7 pm Frontrunner then free shuttle from the train to the park Lagoon Amusement Park, Farmington
Frida Festival Live Music, Folkloric Dances, Look-Alike Contests, Art September 30, 2023, 4–9 pm The Gateway District, Downtown, Salt Lake
Utah Cyclocross Race Cycling, Mountain Biking & Steeplechase September 30, 2023, 9:30 am–1 pm Golden Spike Event Center, Ogden
Summer at SnowbasinFresh Mountain Air Gondola Access, Mountain Biking & Hiking, Music September 30–Oct 8, 2023, S & Sn, Multiple Times Snowbasin Mountain Resort, Huntsville