Events & Festivals
What's happening along the Wasatch Front. Annual events, seasonal festivals, and community happenings across Salt Lake and Utah Counties.
Life along the Wasatch Front is rich with community events, seasonal celebrations, and traditions that bring neighbors together. From winter film festivals to summer balloon launches, there is always something happening in the communities we serve.
What's Happening Now: BooLights Begins Tonight, the Halloween Countdown & the November Turn
Right now (Oct 22): The final countdown to Halloween is on. Oct 22: Murray Trunk-or-Treat at Murray Park and Hogle Zoo BooLights opens its nightly run (Oct 22-30). Oct 23: the Jazz home opener vs. the Pelicans at the Delta Center and Trick or Treat Street at the Utah Olympic Oval in Kearns. Oct 23-24: Pumpkin Promenade at Bingham Creek Park. Oct 24: a wall-to-wall day: the Utes vs. Houston at Rice-Eccles, the Utah Mammoth's home opener vs. Tampa Bay at the Delta Center, the downtown SLC Farmers Market's final Saturday, Trolley Square Halloween Festival, Dia de los Muertos at Thanksgiving Point, and Witches' Night Out at Gardner Village. Oct 26: Salt Lake County Parks & Rec Trunk or Treat at Northwest Recreation Center. Oct 29-31: SCERA's Tricks & Treats (Oct 29), the Lehi Halloween Extravaganza and South Jordan City Hallowe'en Party (Oct 30), and Halloween at the Aquarium at Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (Oct 31), the finale for Gardner Village WitchFest, Cornbelly's, Wheeler Farm Pumpkin Days, the pumpkin patches, and the Luminaria ticket presale. Coming next: the November turn with Luminaria opening Nov 12 and the Daybreak Winter Village skating season, the ski countdown (Brian Head targets Nov 6, Alta and Solitude and Park City at Nov 20, Snowbird at Nov 27), RSL's Decision Day vs. the LA Galaxy (Nov 7), Thanksgiving (Nov 26) turkey trots in Sandy, Lehi, and Salt Lake City, and Herriman Night of Lights (Nov 30).
Fall on the Wasatch Front: Guides & What's Next
Our latest What's Happening Now guide (Oct 22) walks through the final countdown to Halloween: BooLights opening tonight, Murray Trunk-or-Treat, the Jazz home opener, Pumpkin Promenade, the Utes and Utah Mammoth at home, the final market Saturdays, Lehi's Halloween Extravaganza, Halloween at the Aquarium, the last pumpkin patches, and the November turn into Luminaria (Nov 12) and the Daybreak Winter Village. The Oct 20 guide recapped the harvest peak, the Oct 15 guide covered the big harvest weekend, the Oct 8 guide previewed the festival weekends, the late-October through November guide covers the Halloween finale, Thanksgiving Day turkey trots, and the holiday light season kickoff, while the 2026-27 ski season preview walks through pass pricing and opening targets before the snow flies.
Below you will find a guide to the region's biggest annual events, organized by community. Dates shift slightly year to year, so check local city websites or reach out to us for the latest information.
Winter
Sundance Film Festival
JanuaryRobert Redford's world-renowned independent film festival draws filmmakers and cinephiles from around the globe to Park City and Salt Lake City each January. Screenings, panels, and events spread across the valley for ten days.
Park City & Salt Lake City · sundance.org
Herriman City Holiday Lights
DecemberHerriman's annual holiday light display brightens up the city center with thousands of lights, festive decorations, and community celebrations throughout the month of December.
Herriman City · herriman.org
Luminaria at Thanksgiving Point
November 12, 2026 - January 9, 2027Thanksgiving Point's Ashton Gardens glow with 10 million lights each winter, with timed evening entry Monday through Saturday (closed Sundays, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day). Tickets go on presale in the fall, and it is the anchor of the holiday season in Utah County.
Ashton Gardens, Lehi · thanksgivingpoint.org
Snowfall Festival at Thanksgiving Point
DecemberThanksgiving Point in Lehi hosts a winter wonderland experience with ice skating, holiday lights, visits with Santa, and family-friendly activities at the Museum of Natural Curiosity and Thanksgiving Point grounds.
Lehi · thanksgivingpoint.org
Spring
Daybreak Easter Egg Hunt
March / AprilThe Daybreak community hosts a popular Easter egg hunt for families across the neighborhood. Kids search for eggs around the lake and parks, with activities and food trucks rounding out the morning.
Daybreak, South Jordan · daybreakutah.com
Thanksgiving Point Tulip Festival
April – MayA stunning seasonal display of more than 250,000 tulips across the gardens at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi. Live music, food vendors, and garden tours make this one of the most photographed spring events on the Wasatch Front.
Lehi · thanksgivingpoint.org
Sandy City Marathon & 10K
SpringSandy's annual running event brings runners from across the valley to race through the city's scenic streets with mountain views. Family-friendly routes and a post-race festival make it a community highlight.
Sandy · sandy.utah.gov
Summer 2026
SoJo Summerfest (South Jordan)
Passed — June 4-6, 2026South Jordan's signature summer festival wrapped up with an America250 theme. Next year's dates will be announced in spring 2027.
South Jordan City Park
Imaginaria at Ashton Gardens (Thanksgiving Point)
Passed — June 1 – August 22, 2026A completely new immersive summer festival inside the gorgeous 50-acre Ashton Gardens in Lehi. Explore stunning light, sound, and interactive outdoor art installations designed to enchant families and visitors of all ages as you walk the garden's scenic paths. This season's event has concluded. Check for 2027 dates.
Ashton Gardens, Lehi · thanksgivingpoint.org
Lehi Round-Up Week
Passed — June 21-27, 2026One of the biggest community celebrations on the Wasatch Front wrapped up with PRCA Rodeo nights, the All-Horse Parade, and community concerts. Next year's dates will be announced by the city.
Lehi
Fort Herriman Towne Days
Passed — June 24-27, 2026Herriman's largest annual community celebration wrapped up with a 250-themed Yeti Run, drone show, parade, and car shows. Next year's dates will be announced by the city.
Herriman
Sandy Amphitheater Concert Series
Concluded — 2026 SeasonSandy's 9,000-seat outdoor amphitheater wrapped its 2026 season in early September, closing with Air Supply (Sep 2) and their timeless soft-rock classics. Highlights of the final month included Lewis Brice (Aug 20), Gavin DeGraw & Lisa Loeb (Aug 21), ZZ Top (Aug 18), and NeedToBreathe (Aug 15-16). Check the venue website for the 2027 season announcement.
Sandy · sandyamp.com
Draper Days & Drone Spectacular
Passed — July 17-18, 2026Draper's annual celebration wrapped up with a spectacular choreographed drone show, parade, and fireworks. Mark your calendar for next year!
Draper City Park
Sandy Hot Air Balloon Festival & Glow
Passed — August 7-8, 2026The 19th Annual Sandy City Hot Air Balloon Festival was a wonderful weekend of morning launches from Storm Mountain Park and the magical Saturday evening Balloon Glow at South Towne Promenade with a drone display. Next year's 20th anniversary will be announced by the city.
Sandy · sandy.utah.gov
Salt Lake Bees Baseball at Daybreak
Passed — Through August 9, 2026The Salt Lake Bees wrapped up their inaugural home series at the spectacular new Ballpark at America First Square in Daybreak. The ballpark in the heart of Downtown Daybreak was a wonderful addition to the community. Check the Bees' 2027 schedule for their return to Daybreak next season.
America First Square, Daybreak · milb.com/salt-lake-bees
801 Day — Salt Lake City
Passed — August 1, 2026A celebration of Salt Lake City's area code and homegrown culture with a beer garden, live music, a local artisan marketplace, and a new mural unveiling downtown. Huge turnout this year. Next year's event will be announced by the city.
Downtown Salt Lake City
Alpine Days
Passed — August 8-15, 2026Alpine's signature summer celebration featured a PRCA rodeo at Lambert Park Rodeo Grounds, carnival rides, live concerts, a water day, a car show, and a parade through this charming mountain-base community. A wonderful way to experience small-town Utah County community spirit at its finest. Next year's dates will be announced by the city.
Alpine · Lambert Park Rodeo Grounds
Park City Kimball Arts Festival
Passed — August 7-9, 2026Held on historic Main Street in Park City, this nationally recognized fine arts festival featured over 200 artists from across the country. Live music, gourmet food, and a sidewalk art gallery made for a wonderful mountain weekend. Next year's festival will be announced in spring 2027.
Historic Main Street, Park City
Ink & Art Fest — Ink Against Cancer
Passed — August 8-9, 2026The unique event at the Utah State Fairpark combining tattoo artistry, live music, and fine art vendors raised funds for cancer research. Next year's event will be announced by the organizers.
Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake City
Friendly Islands Tongan Festival
Passed — August 14-16, 2026A free three-day celebration of Tongan and Pacific Islander culture at Pioneer Park in downtown Salt Lake City. The Friendly Islands Tongan Festival featured traditional music and dance, authentic cuisine, a Kids' Corner with activities, and artisan arts and crafts. It was a wonderful opportunity to experience the rich cultural diversity that makes the Wasatch Front such a vibrant place to live. Next year's event will be announced by the organizers.
Pioneer Park, Salt Lake City · Free admission
NeedToBreathe at Sandy Amphitheater
Passed — August 15-16, 2026The Grammy-nominated American rock band brought their signature blend of Southern rock, folk, and soul to Sandy's 9,000-seat outdoor amphitheater for two nights. Known for anthemic hits like "Brother" and "Multiplied," NeedToBreathe delivered a high-energy, heartfelt live show that filled the mountain air with music. Check the Sandy Amphitheater schedule for upcoming shows.
Sandy Amphitheater · sandyamp.com
Pioneer Day Celebrations
Passed — July 24, 2026Utah's state holiday marked the arrival of pioneers in the Salt Lake Valley. Communities across the Wasatch Front hosted spectacular parades, rodeos, fireworks, cookouts, and neighborhood block parties. Days of '47, American Fork Steel Days, and Spanish Fork Fiesta Days all wrapped up the weekend of July 25. Mark your calendar for 2027!
Statewide · Check local city websites
Salt Lake Liberty Park Concert Series
Passed — July 20 – August 17, 2026Free multicultural live performances every Monday evening (7:00 – 9:00 p.m.) at Liberty Park in Salt Lake City. Each week featured music and dance from a different cultural community — a wonderful way to experience the diversity that makes the Wasatch Front so vibrant. The series has concluded for the season.
Liberty Park, Salt Lake City
Draper Concerts in the Park
Concluded — June – August 2026Free weekly concerts every Wednesday evening (7:00 – 8:30 p.m.) at Draper Historic Park. A wonderful midweek tradition featuring local bands against the backdrop of the Wasatch foothills. The 2026 season has concluded for the year; check back in spring 2027 for next summer's schedule.
Draper Historic Park · draperutah.gov
LiveDAYBREAK Summer Concert Series
Concluded — June – August 2026Free summer concerts at America First Square on the Rio Tinto Kennecott Stage in Downtown Daybreak. The 2026 season has concluded; check the Daybreak events calendar for fall programming and next summer's schedule. These lakeside shows were a wonderful way for the Daybreak community to come together under the summer sky.
America First Square, Daybreak · mydaybreak.com
Herriman Summer Sunset Series
Concluded — June – August 2026This recurring summer sunset market at J. Lynn Crane Park featured high-quality live music, boutique vendor booths, and a rotating row of local food trucks. The 2026 season has concluded; check the city events calendar for Herriman Howl in October and next year's schedule.
J. Lynn Crane Park, Herriman · herriman.org
Red Butte Garden Outdoor Concert Series
Concluded — June – August 2026Salt Lake City's premier outdoor concert venue at the University of Utah wrapped its 2026 concert season in late August, closing with Utah native Brandon Flowers of The Killers at the stunning garden amphitheater. The gardens remain open for fall color through October. Check redbuttegarden.org for 2027 concert announcements.
Red Butte Garden, Salt Lake City · redbuttegarden.org
Indian Food Fair at Liberty Park
Passed — August 15, 2026A vibrant celebration of Indian culture at Liberty Park in downtown Salt Lake City. The Indian Food Fair featured authentic cuisine from dozens of vendors, traditional music and dance performances, cultural exhibits, and family-friendly activities. It is one of the most popular cultural food festivals on the Wasatch Front and a wonderful way to experience the rich diversity that makes Salt Lake City so special. Free admission. Next year's event will be announced by the organizers.
Liberty Park, Salt Lake City · Free admission
Real Salt Lake vs Minnesota United
Passed — August 15, 2026Major League Soccer action at America First Field in Sandy as Real Salt Lake hosted Minnesota United. A Saturday night match under the summer sky is one of the best live sports experiences on the Wasatch Front. Check RSL's schedule for remaining 2026 home matches.
America First Field, Sandy · rsl.com
Magna Main Street Arts Festival
Passed — August 14-15, 2026Historic Main Street in Magna came alive with local artists, live music on multiple stages, food vendors, and family-friendly activities. This free community festival celebrated Magna's growing arts scene and historic small-town character. Next year's event will be announced by the city.
Historic Main Street, Magna · Free admission
Salt Lake Parade of Homes
Passed — Through August 15, 2026The Salt Lake Parade of Homes showcased stunning new custom homes across the Salt Lake Valley from August 1 through 15. A highlight of the summer for anyone interested in architecture, interior design, or finding inspiration for their own home. Next year's event will be announced in spring 2027.
Various locations, Salt Lake Valley · utahparadeofhomes.com
Bluffdale Old West Days
Passed — August 22, 2026Bluffdale's signature community celebration featured a pancake breakfast, grand parade, live concerts, food vendors, and a spectacular fireworks finale. This family-friendly western-themed event brought together the close-knit Bluffdale community for a day of small-town fun on the southern edge of Salt Lake County. Next year's event will be announced by the city.
Bluffdale City Park · bluffdale.com
Avenged Sevenfold with Good Charlotte
Passed — August 25, 2026The heavy-metal headliners brought their explosive show to Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre with Good Charlotte opening. A massive Tuesday night concert that drew fans from across the Wasatch Front. Next show at the Amphitheatre: Jack Johnson, September 4.
Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre, Salt Lake City
Daybreak Cove Night Market (August 25)
Passed — August 25, 2026The second and fourth Tuesday night market at The Cove House in Daybreak featured local artisan vendors, food trucks, and a relaxed lakeside evening in the heart of South Jordan's master-planned community. The summer season of bi-weekly markets has been a highlight of Daybreak's community calendar.
The Cove House, Daybreak, South Jordan
Urban Arts Festival
Passed — August 22, 2026Salt Lake City's Urban Arts Festival celebrated local muralists, street artists, live graffiti demonstrations, music, and food vendors in a vibrant downtown setting. A colorful end-of-summer celebration of the creative energy that makes Salt Lake City's arts scene so dynamic. Free and open to all. Next year's festival will be announced by the city.
Downtown Salt Lake City
SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre Summer Musicals
Passed — August 2026Orem's historic outdoor amphitheater has wrapped its summer season of live musical theater under the stars. The SCERA Shell is a beloved Utah County tradition; mark your calendar for next summer's productions. As the weather cools, SCERA transitions to fall and holiday programming; check their website for October events.
SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre, Orem · scera.org
Fall
Herriman Howl
Passed: October 5, 2026Herriman's annual Halloween celebration returned Monday, October 5, at J. Lynn Crane Park & Plaza (12998 S Fort Herriman Pkwy) with free admission, a costume show-and-tell, games, roaming characters, and the Monsters & Minions Train Ride, drawing thousands of guests. This year's Howl has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
J. Lynn Crane Park, Herriman · herriman.gov
Herriman Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Passed: October 7, 2026The gentlest Halloween event on the calendar: a free morning playdate in the park for the littlest ghosts and goblins at Tuscany Park, with games and activities designed for small kids. This year's party has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
Tuscany Park, Herriman · utahagenda.com
Panda Fest Salt Lake
Passed — October 9-11, 2026One of the largest outdoor Asian food festivals in the country took over Library Square (200 E 400 S) in downtown Salt Lake City for three days: 300-plus street-food vendors, handicraft stalls, live performances, and the famous giant inflatable panda, all with free public admission. This year's festival has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
Library Square, Salt Lake City · pandafests.com
Avenues Street Fair
Passed — October 10, 2026Salt Lake City's Avenues neighborhood celebrated its 49th annual street fair on First Avenue with artists, food, live music, and kids' activities. This year's fair has concluded; it returns next October.
First Avenue, Salt Lake City
Indigenous Art Market
Passed — October 10-12, 2026The Natural History Museum of Utah hosted Native artists and makers for a weekend of craft, culture, and conversation. This year's market has concluded; look for 2027 dates.
Natural History Museum of Utah, Salt Lake City · nhmu.utah.edu
Giant Pumpkinpalooza
Passed — October 11, 2026The Gateway in downtown Salt Lake City celebrated the season's biggest gourds with carving demos, giant pumpkins, and family activities. This year's event has concluded; it returns next October.
The Gateway, Salt Lake City
Jon Pardi at Maverik Center
Passed — October 9, 2026Country star Jon Pardi played the Maverik Center in West Valley City on Friday, Oct 9, a big concert weekend pairing with Panda Fest and the Avenues Street Fair downtown. Check the venue for upcoming shows.
Maverik Center, West Valley City
Scarecrow Festival at Ashton Gardens
Passed — October 12-17, 2026Thanksgiving Point filled 50 acres of autumn color at Ashton Gardens in Lehi with dozens of hand-crafted scarecrows and carved pumpkins, capped by the family-friendly Scarecrow 5K on Saturday morning, Oct 17. This year's festival has concluded; it returns next fall.
Ashton Gardens, Thanksgiving Point, Lehi · thanksgivingpoint.org
REDWEST Fest
Passed — October 16-17, 2026The two-day country music festival at the Utah State Fairpark in Salt Lake City wrapped its 2026 run. This year's festival has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake City
Salt Lake Book Festival
Passed — October 17, 2026The free day of author readings, panels, and family programming at The Gateway in downtown Salt Lake City wrapped Saturday, Oct 17. This year's festival has concluded; it returns next fall.
The Gateway, Salt Lake City
BOOTanical Garden After Dark
October 15-30, 2026Red Butte Garden stays open after dark for an adults-focused take on fall: glowing gourds, autumn lights, and the garden's famous paths transformed for the season. A polished date-night or friends' night out in the foothills.
Red Butte Garden, Salt Lake City · redbuttegarden.org
Utah Jazz Preseason Hoops
Concluded — October 12, 2026The Jazz wrapped preseason hoops at the Delta Center Monday, Oct 12 vs. the San Antonio Spurs. The regular-season home opener is Friday, Oct 23 vs. the New Orleans Pelicans, kicking off a full home stand with the Lakers (Oct 25), Grizzlies (Oct 26), and Spurs (Oct 28), a perfect stretch for a downtown dinner-and-game date night.
Delta Center, Salt Lake City · nba.com/jazz/schedule
Hocus Pocus Spooktacular
Passed: October 14, 2026An early family Halloween celebration at The Ballpark at America First Square in Daybreak, right in the heart of South Jordan's master-planned community, with costumes, games, and community spirit in the shadow of the new Salt Lake Bees ballpark. This year's event has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
The Ballpark at America First Square, Daybreak · mydaybreak.com
Hogle Zoo BooLights
Oct 15-18 & 22-30, 6:30-9:30 p.m.Utah's Hogle Zoo transforms after dark with glowing pumpkins, immersive light displays, the Dr. Frankenstein puppet show, a Zombie Ranger tour, and the Witch's House, all family-friendly and not-too-spooky. The remaining 2026 nights are Oct 15-18 (Thursday through Sunday) and then nightly Oct 22-30. Adults-only BrewLights evenings run Oct 14 and Oct 31.
Hogle Zoo, Salt Lake City · hoglezoo.org/boolights
Wheeler Farm Pumpkin Days
September 25 - October 31, 2026Salt Lake County's historic Wheeler Farm in Murray runs its family-friendly Pumpkin Days through Oct 31 with free entry: a corn pit, maze, duck races, wagon and cow train rides, games, and Wheeler Witch Storytime on Wednesday evenings. The free Pumpkin Boo-tique landed Oct 10 (4-8 p.m.).
Wheeler Historic Farm, Murray · saltlakecounty.gov
Lehi Night Market
Passed — October 16, 2026Lehi's farmers market hosted its fall Night Market at Vets Park (1020 W Main) with vendors, food, and live music under the lights. This year's market has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
Vets Park, Lehi · farmersmarketlehi.com
Draper Farmers Market & Food Trucks
Concluded — final Tuesday October 13, 2026Draper's evening market at Smith Fields Park ran Tuesdays through Oct 13 with local produce, artisan vendors, and a rotating lineup of food trucks. The 2026 season has concluded; look for 2027 dates next spring.
Smith Fields Park, Draper · draperutah.gov
Lehi Halloween Extravaganza
Late OctoberLehi City's annual Halloween celebration returns to the Lehi Legacy Center in late October with trick-or-treating, games, food trucks, and a family movie night. A warm, community-run way to celebrate Halloween in Utah County. Exact dates land on the city's events page each fall.
Lehi Legacy Center, Lehi · lehi-ut.gov
Daybreak Oktoberfest
Passed: October 3, 2026Daybreak's lakefront Oktoberfest took over the North Shore (4732 W Fish Hook Rd) on Oct 3 with local breweries, German food, live music, games, and prizes. This year's celebration has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
North Shore, Daybreak, South Jordan · mydaybreak.com
Gardner Village WitchFest
September 18 - October 31, 2026The historic mill village on 7800 South in West Jordan fills with hundreds of witches for the season's longest-running Halloween celebration: witch-themed shopping, the scarecrow trail, storybook strolls, and Witchapalooza dinner theater shows on select nights. October is the peak month, with free Witches' Night Out evenings on Oct 17 and 24 (6-9 p.m., no ticket needed). A short drive from Daybreak, Herriman, and South Jordan.
Gardner Village, West Jordan · gardnervillage.com
Draper City Haunted Trail
Passed — October 15-17, 2026Draper City's family-friendly Haunted Trail ran Thursday through Saturday, October 15-17, at Ballard Arena (1600 E Highland Dr). Designed for children 15 and under, the playful path kept the scares gentle and the night warm. Free. This year's trail has concluded; it returns next fall.
Ballard Arena, Draper · draperutah.gov
Little Shop of Horrors at Draper Historic Theatre
October 9-31, 2026Draper's Historic Theatre stages the classic musical comedy Little Shop of Horrors through Oct 31, a fun, slightly spooky night out for grown-ups and older kids. Tickets and showtimes via the theatre.
Draper Historic Theatre, Draper · draperutah.gov
Sandy Trunk or Treat
Passed — October 17, 2026Sandy's "Farmers Do The Monster Mash" trunk or treat filled the Sandy Promenade with decorated trunks, costumes, and candy on Saturday afternoon, Oct 17. This year's event has concluded; it returns next fall.
Sandy Promenade, Sandy
Pumpkin Promenade
October 23-24, 2026Formerly the Pumpkin Walk, this carved-pumpkin display at Bingham Creek Regional Park (in partnership with South Jordan City) features trick-or-treating, live music, and hundreds of glowing jack-o'-lanterns. A warm, community-run Halloween tradition for families across the south valley.
Bingham Creek Regional Park, South Jordan · mydaybreak.com
Murray Trunk-or-Treat
October 22, 2026, 5:30-6:30 p.m.Murray City fills Murray Park with decorated trunks, a costume contest, candy, and games for a free, gentle midweek start to the holiday. A warm, neighborly pick in the heart of Salt Lake County.
Murray Park, Murray · murray.utah.gov
Trick or Treat Street at the Utah Olympic Oval
October 23, 2026, 4:30-6:30 p.m.The Olympic Oval in Kearns opens its concourse for indoor trick-or-treating with local sports clubs, a free and weather-proof Halloween stop for families on the west side of the valley.
Utah Olympic Oval, Kearns
Utah Utes vs. No. 14 Houston Football
October 24, 2026, 8:15 p.m.A marquee Big 12 matchup under the lights at Rice-Eccles Stadium as the Utes host Houston. A big-game Saturday for college football fans along the Wasatch Front, followed by the BYU rivalry game at home on Nov 7.
Rice-Eccles Stadium, Salt Lake City · utahutes.com
Utah Mammoth Home Opener & Homestand
October 24 vs. Tampa Bay & October 27 vs. MinnesotaThe NHL team formerly known as Utah Hockey Club opens its Delta Center home slate as the Utah Mammoth on Saturday, Oct 24 against Tampa Bay (7 p.m.), then hosts Minnesota on Tuesday, Oct 27. A same-night doubleheader fans with the Jazz and Utes will love.
Delta Center, Salt Lake City · Utah Mammoth franchise guide
Salt Lake County Parks & Rec Trunk or Treat
October 26, 2026, 6-8 p.m.Free family fun at Northwest Recreation Center with trunk-or-treat displays, performers, music, and animal balloons, run by Salt Lake County Parks & Recreation after the city events have wrapped.
Northwest Recreation Center, Salt Lake County · saltlakecounty.gov
Pumpkins in the Orchard at University Place
October 18-31, 2026An orchard transformed by hundreds of lit pumpkins with a straw bale maze in Orem, running Oct 18-31 (10 a.m.-9 p.m.), including the bounce-house "Night of Fright" on the evening of Oct 23. A lovely Utah County alternative to the farm festivals.
University Place, Orem
Provo Towne Centre Trunk-or-Treat
October 29 & October 31, 3-5 p.m.The mall hosts family trunk-or-treating in its main parking lot twice over the holiday: Thursday, Oct 29 and Halloween itself, Saturday, Oct 31, both 3-5 p.m. An easy, weather-proof stop for Utah County families.
Provo Towne Centre, Provo
Halloween at the Aquarium: Pirates and Scallywags
October 31, 2026, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Loveland Living Planet Aquarium turns costume-friendly for the holiday with pirate-themed, not-too-scary Halloween fun for families on Oct 31. A wonderful south-valley pick right near Draper that keeps the animals as the stars.
Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, Draper · livingplanetaquarium.org
Real Salt Lake Decision Day vs. the LA Galaxy
November 7, 2026RSL closes the MLS regular season at home at America First Field in Sandy on Decision Day, Nov 7, against the LA Galaxy before the MLS Cup playoffs begin Nov 18. A great late-fall soccer afternoon in the south valley.
America First Field, Sandy · rsl.com
Trolley Square Halloween Festival
October 24, 2026Trolley Square in Salt Lake City celebrates Halloween with a pumpkin drop, trick-or-treating, and kid-friendly activities on Saturday, Oct 24. A free, easy downtown stop the same day the downtown farmers market wraps its season at Pioneer Park.
Trolley Square, Salt Lake City
Daybreak Harvest Weekend
Passed — October 17, 2026Daybreak's fall peak landed Saturday, Oct 17: the final Daybreak Farmers Market of the season at SoDa Row (9 a.m.-1 p.m.) paired with the 15th annual Ginormous Pumpkin Regatta on Oquirrh Lake (10 a.m.-1 p.m.), with food trucks, games, and the whole community on the shore. This year's harvest weekend has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
Daybreak, South Jordan · daybreakutah.com
Ginormous Pumpkin Regatta
Passed — October 17, 2026Daybreak's most delightfully silly tradition returned to Oquirrh Lake for its 15th year: giant hollowed pumpkins raced across the water while the whole community gathered on the shore with a DJ, games, and hot cider. This year's regatta has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
Oquirrh Lake, Daybreak, South Jordan · mydaybreak.com
Kuwahara's Pumpkin Patch & Thriller Park
September 18 - October 31, 2026On 700 West in Draper, Kuwahara's pairs its daytime fall festival (pumpkin patch, corn maze, family activities) with the Thriller Park haunts after dark. A two-in-one stop for families who want the pumpkins by day and the scares by night.
12153 S 700 W, Draper
Mabey's Pumpkin Patch
September 25 - October 31, 2026A 16-plus-acre pumpkin patch in South Jordan, open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Right in our own service area and a wonderful low-key pick for young families and fall photo sessions.
South Jordan
Rowley's Red Barn Fall Festival
October 7-30, 2026A working-farm fall festival in Santaquin (Utah County) with a corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm animals, and wagon rides, open weekdays and Saturdays through Oct 30. A lovely family stop on the way to or from the south end of the county.
Santaquin
The Gothic Market
Passed: September 26-27, 2026A Halloween market of dark artisans, oddities, and spooky goods at the Mountain America Expo Center on State Street in Sandy. This year's market has concluded. Look for 2027 dates next fall.
Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
The Haunted Forest
September 18 - November 7, 2026American Fork's famously intense haunted trail runs into early November, with October nights open late. The choice for teens and adults who want the full scream experience in Utah County, with The Haunted Circus nearby for a second scare.
American Fork
Nightmare on 13th
October 5 - November 13, 2026Salt Lake City's legendary haunted house on 1300 East runs deep into November for teens and adults who want the full scream experience. One of the longest-running and most elaborate haunts in the state.
Salt Lake City
Cross E Ranch Fall Festival
October 1 - November 1, 2026A working farm on the north edge of Salt Lake City running its full fall festival through Nov 1: pumpkin patch, corn maze, farm animals, and wagon rides. A great pick for families who want the farm experience after the south-valley patches close.
Salt Lake City
Get Freaky Festival
Opens October 23, 2026The Great Saltair's annual Halloween electronic music festival opens Friday, Oct 23 and runs into the end of the month. The big 21-plus Halloween party of the season for the dance music crowd, right on the shore of the Great Salt Lake.
The Great Saltair, Magna
2026-27 Ski Season Countdown
Pass window open nowPass time is here: the Salt Lake Ski Super Pass (Alta, Snowbird, Brighton, Solitude) went on sale Oct 15 and historically runs through April 1, 2027, the steepest discount window of the year for Cottonwood canyons skiing. Brighton's next price bump lands Nov 3. Opening targets are firming up: Brian Head points at Nov 6, Alta, Solitude, and Park City Mountain at Nov 20, Snowbird at Nov 27, and Brighton and Deer Valley are projecting early December starts. Our 2026-27 Ski Season Preview has the full pass-by-pass breakdown.
All resorts within an hour of the Wasatch Front
Thanksgiving Point Corn Bellies
September – OctoberA fall family tradition at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi featuring corn mazes, pumpkin patches, farm animals, and harvest-themed activities across the Agriculture Museum grounds.
Lehi · thanksgivingpoint.org
Provo Farmers Market
Saturdays through October 31, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.Utah County's anchor market runs Saturdays at Provo's Pioneer Park through Saturday, Oct 31 (opening at 10 a.m. now that the season has cooled), with produce, artisan goods, and live music. A lovely way to spend a fall morning in Utah County, and the last market still going in the county after the downtown SLC market wraps Oct 24.
Pioneer Park, Provo · provo.gov
Halloween Cruise on the Provo River
October 5-31, 2026A family-friendly pirate adventure on the Provo River: kids dress up and paddle a gentle Halloween cruise with games and treats along the way. A completely different kind of Halloween outing in Utah County.
CLAS Ropes, Provo
Sundance Halloween Lift Rides
October 15-31, 2026 (select evenings)Sundance Mountain Resort in Provo Canyon runs Halloween-themed lift rides on select evenings from Oct 15 through Oct 31, giving families a gentle ride up the mountain in the last golden light of fall. A completely different way to see the peak color before the snow flies.
Sundance Mountain Resort, Provo Canyon
Sensory-Friendly Fall-O'-Ween Festival
October 22, 2026, 6-9 p.m.A free Halloween celebration in Provo designed for kids who do better with calmer crowds: quieter games, gentler scares, and a sensory-friendly environment. A thoughtful, inclusive addition to the family Halloween calendar.
Provo
Utah Renaissance Faire
Passed — October 16-18, 2026Jousting, artisan stalls, and period entertainment filled the hills near Mona over the weekend. This year's faire has concluded; look for 2027 dates next fall.
Mona
Saratoga Springs City Celebration
Passed: September 2026Saratoga Springs hosted its annual city celebration with live entertainment, food vendors, and family activities. This year's celebration has concluded. Look for 2027 dates on the city website.
Saratoga Springs · saratogasprings-ut.gov
Payson Golden Onion Days
Passed — September 3-7, 2026Utah's oldest continuous Labor Day celebration, running since 1929 in Payson (Utah County). The five-day festival features a grand parade, carnival midway, live music, a car show, the famous Onion Days 5K/10K run, a baby contest, arts and crafts vendors, and a spectacular fireworks display over Memorial Park. It is a wonderfully authentic small-town celebration that captures the spirit of Utah County. This year's festival has concluded. Next year's dates will be announced by the city.
Memorial Park, Payson · payson.org
Swiss Days in Midway
Passed — September 7, 2026A beloved Heber Valley tradition that transforms Midway's historic Main Street into a Swiss-themed celebration with over 500 arts and crafts booths, traditional Swiss music and dancing, a parade, authentic cuisine including bratwurst and fondue, and the charming yodeling contest. The stunning backdrop of the Wasatch Mountains turning gold with autumn colors makes this a must-visit destination for Labor Day. This year's celebration has concluded. Next year's dates will be announced.
Historic Main Street, Midway · midwaycityut.gov
Park City Miners' Day
Passed — September 7, 2026Park City's Labor Day tradition honors the city's mining heritage with the famous "Running of the Balls" where thousands of numbered golf balls race down historic Main Street, a parade, live music, a pie-eating contest, and family activities. The mountain air is crisp and the aspen trees are just beginning to turn, a wonderful way to experience Park City's unique character. This year's celebration has concluded. Mark your calendar for next year.
Historic Main Street, Park City · visitparkcity.com
Get to the River Festival
Passed: September 2026A month-long series of outdoor recreation, conservation, arts, and cultural events along the 50-mile Jordan River Parkway stretching from Utah Lake to the Great Salt Lake. The Get to the River Festival featured guided nature walks, river cleanups, paddle trips, bike rides, art installations, and community gatherings at parks throughout Salt Lake County, including stops in Daybreak, South Jordan, West Jordan, and Sandy. This year's festival has concluded. The series returns next September.
Jordan River Parkway, various locations · jordanrivercommission.gov
Timpanogos Storytelling Festival
Passed · September 10-12, 2026The nationally recognized festival took place September 10-12, 2026, at the Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi with professional storytellers, live music, magic shows, and family-friendly programming in the garden setting. This year's festival has concluded. Next year's dates will be announced.
Ashton Gardens, Thanksgiving Point, Lehi · timpfest.org
Cornbelly's Sunflower Festival (Thanksgiving Point)
Passed: Late August through early September 2026Thanksgiving Point's sunflower fields in Lehi reached their peak in late August and early September, drawing families for golden-hour photo walks with the Wasatch Mountains behind the blooms. This year's sunflower season has concluded. The fields return next August for the 2027 festival.
Lehi · thanksgivingpoint.org
FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention
Passed: September 24-26, 2026Salt Lake City's premier pop culture convention returned to the Salt Palace Convention Center with celebrity guests, cosplay, panels, exhibitors, and family-friendly entertainment. This year's convention has concluded. Next year's dates will be announced at fanxsaltlake.com.
Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City · fanxsaltlake.com
Labor Day Luau at Thanksgiving Point
Passed — September 7, 2026A special Labor Day celebration at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi featuring Hawaiian-themed activities, live music, tropical cuisine, and family-friendly entertainment in the beautiful Ashton Gardens. A festive way to cap off summer with the whole family at one of Utah County's most beloved destinations. This year's luau has concluded. Look for 2027 dates later in the year.
Thanksgiving Point, Lehi · thanksgivingpoint.org
Taylorsville Starry Nights at the Plaza
Passed: Fridays, August 28 through September 26, 2026Free Friday evening concerts at Taylorsville City Hall Plaza featured rotating local musicians, food vendors, and a family-friendly community atmosphere. This summer's series has concluded. The concerts return next summer.
Taylorsville City Hall Plaza · taylorsvilleut.gov
Sandy Heritage Festival
Passed: September 19, 2026Sandy City's annual celebration of local history and community heritage returned Saturday, September 19, with the famous Horse Parade down the streets of Historic Sandy at 10:00 a.m., followed by the Heritage Festival at Main Street Park with live music, pioneer demonstrations, food vendors, pony rides, bounce houses, face painting, a history walking tour, and family activities, tied into Sandy City's 130th anniversary. This year's celebration has concluded. Next year's dates will be announced by the city.
Historic Sandy, Main Street Park · sandy.utah.gov
Utah State Fair
Passed: September 10-20, 2026The 170th annual Utah State Fair returned to the Utah State Fairpark in Salt Lake City for 11 days of carnival rides, livestock exhibitions, competitive arts and crafts, live entertainment, unique vendors, and classic fair food, with the Utah's Own Rodeo kicking things off September 5-8. This year's fair has concluded. Next year's dates will be announced by the fair board.
Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake City · utahstatefair.com
SLC Greek Festival
Passed · September 11-13, 2026The Holy Trinity Cathedral in downtown Salt Lake City celebrated its 50th annual Greek Festival with authentic Greek food, live music, traditional dancing, and family-friendly hospitality. This year's golden-anniversary festival has concluded. Next year's dates will be announced.
Holy Trinity Cathedral, Salt Lake City
Utah Brazilian Festival
Passed · September 12, 2026The vibrant celebration of Brazilian music, dance, and food in Orem has wrapped for 2026. A wonderful way to experience the cultural diversity of Utah County. Next year's festival dates will be announced by the organizers.
Orem
9th & 9th Street Festival
Passed: September 19, 2026One of Salt Lake City's favorite neighborhood festivals returned to the tree-lined 9th & 9th district with live music, local artists, food vendors, and a classic Utah sidewalk scene. This year's festival has concluded. It returns next September.
9th & 9th, Salt Lake City
Festa Italiana
Passed: September 19-20, 2026Salt Lake City's longtime celebration of Italian culture returned the weekend of September 19-20 with authentic food, live music, artisan vendors, and the lively community atmosphere that has made it a September staple for decades. This year's festival has concluded. Next year's dates will be announced by the organizers.
Salt Lake City
Sundance Harvest Market
Passed — September 19 - October 10, 2026The newer fall tradition up Provo Canyon at Sundance Resort featured local food and artisan vendors, scenic lift rides, and some of the best aspen color views in Utah County. This year's market has concluded; look for 2027 dates. Sundance's Halloween lift rides begin Oct 15.
Sundance Resort, Provo Canyon
The Kinlands Pumpkin Patch
September 12 - October 25, 2026Right in our own service area: the Kinlands in Riverton opens September 12 and runs through October 25 with free admission, wagon rides, a corn pit, pumpkins, and apple treats. A low-key, wonderfully local alternative to the big farm festivals, minutes from South Jordan and Daybreak.
Riverton · thekinlands.com
Honey Haven Farm Fall Festival
September 26 - October 31, 2026A local Utah County favorite, Honey Haven Farm opens its fall festival September 26 with an 8-acre corn maze, straw maze, barnyard zoo, and harvest activities running through October 31. A wonderful family-friendly autumn outing.
Utah County · honeyhavenfarm.com
Frightmares at Lagoon
September 11 - November 8, 2026Utah's biggest amusement park transforms for the season with family-friendly daytime Halloween theming and the after-dark Haunted Mansions for braver teens and grown-ups. A short drive up I-15 from the south valley and a favorite fall tradition for Wasatch Front families.
Lagoon, Farmington
Cornbelly's Halloween Festival at Thanksgiving Point
September 18 - October 31, 2026One of Utah's most beloved fall traditions, Cornbelly's at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi offers something for all ages: an enormous corn maze, pumpkin patch, hay rides, the "Twistical" light show, the "Magic of Halloween" illuminated tree in Kidsville, fireworks on select nights, a night parade with glowing characters and fire dancers, and the spine-tingling "Insanity Point" haunted attraction. A must-visit for families across the Wasatch Front each autumn.
Thanksgiving Point, Lehi · cornbellys.com
Farmers Markets & Ongoing Gatherings
October is the final stretch of farmers market season across Salt Lake and Utah Counties, and the next two Saturdays are the last chances for most markets. Utah squash, apples, honey, and cider are at their best right now. Here is where to find them: Saturday mornings are unbeatable, but the weeknight options are just as good.
Daybreak Farmers Market
Ran Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in Downtown Daybreak from June 13 through October 17, with fresh local produce, artisan goods, and specialty foods in the heart of Utah's largest master-planned community. The 2026 season has concluded; look for 2027 dates next spring.
Downtown SLC Farmers Market
Utah's largest farmers market runs every Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. through October 24 at Pioneer Park (300 S 300 W). Over 200 vendors with fresh produce, artisan breads, local honey, prepared foods, and crafts. Tuesday evening market adds live music and a relaxed after-work atmosphere.
9th West Farmers Market
Every Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Jordan Park / International Peace Gardens, SLC. A Sunday market option with diverse vendors in a beautiful garden setting — great for central and south Salt Lake Valley residents.
Millcreek Harvest Market
Every Friday, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Millcreek Common. Fresh produce, food vendors, and a community atmosphere — a great weeknight option for central Salt Lake Valley families.
Sandy Farmers Market
Ran Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. through October 17 at the Sandy Amphitheater grounds, with vibrant fresh produce, locally harvested honey, baked goods, and beautiful handmade designs from local craft artisans. The 2026 season has concluded; look for 2027 dates next spring.
Draper Farmers Market & Food Truck Night
Ran Tuesdays, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. through October 13 at Smith Fields Park (200 E 13400 S). The season wrapped with its final Tuesday on Oct 13, a relaxed evening of rotating food trucks and local farm-fresh produce. The 2026 season has concluded; look for 2027 dates next spring.
Draper Farmers' Market (Saturday)
A Saturday market at Andy Ballard Arena (1600 E Highland Dr) runs Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., with its final 2026 day on Wednesday, Oct 14, complete with a family Trick-or-Treat Bash. Fresh produce and artisan goods with a second Draper market option for weekend mornings.
Saratoga Springs Farmers Market
Runs Mondays, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. through September 28 at Neptune Park (452 W 400 N), part of the city's Summer Monday Fundays with food trucks and local vendors. The 2026 season has concluded; the market returns next summer on Utah County's western edge.
Daybreak Cove Night Market
Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at The Cove House in Daybreak. Local vendors, food, and a relaxed lakeside evening atmosphere. The 2026 season has wrapped for the year; the market returns next spring.
Outdoor Concerts & Movies in the Park
Free musical performances and movie screenings filled city parks throughout South Jordan, Draper, Sandy, and Herriman from June to August. The 2026 park-concert season has concluded across the south valley. As the weather cools, cities switch to fall programming: think harvest festivals, Halloween events, and the first tree-lighting announcements. Check your local municipality's social pages for what is coming.
Community Fun Runs
From the SoJo Summerfest 5K in June to the Draper Days 5K in July, various charity runs, and the Lehi Round-Up 5K, staying active and social along the Wasatch Front is a year-round passion. The Draper trail running series runs GPS-timed races from May through October.
West Jordan Artisan Showcase
Ran Wednesdays, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. through October 7 at Veteran's Memorial Park in West Jordan, with local artisans, handmade goods, and food vendors in a beautiful park setting. The 2026 season has concluded; look for 2027 dates next summer.
West Jordan Food Truck Round-Up
The 2026 season has concluded for the year. Tuesdays through August brought a rotating lineup of local food trucks, live music, and a family-friendly community atmosphere at Ron Wood Park in West Jordan. A wonderful weeknight dinner option for west-valley families; check the city calendar for fall farmers markets in West Jordan.
Holladay Concerts in the Park
The 2026 season of Saturday-evening concerts at City Hall Park in Holladay has concluded. Free live music in a beautiful park setting with local bands and food trucks returns next summer.
South Jordan Farmers Market
Ran Saturdays, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. from August 8 through October 10 at Town Center Drive in South Jordan. Fresh local produce, artisan crafts, and live music in the heart of the city. The 2026 season has concluded; look for 2027 dates next summer.
Midvale Harvest Days
Wrapped up August 1 in Midvale — just north of Sandy and Draper. A week-long community celebration with a carnival, parade, live music, food booths, and a fireworks finale. Mark your calendar for next year's event.
Deer Valley Music Festival (Park City)
Wrapped up August 2 in Park City. The Utah Symphony's summer festival at Deer Valley Resort featured outdoor classical and pops concerts in a stunning mountain amphitheater. Next year's schedule will be announced in spring 2027.
Murray Farmers Market
Every Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. through fall at Murray Park Avenue in Murray. A produce-focused market operated by the Utah Farm Bureau with fresh local fruits, vegetables, and artisan goods.
Taylorsville Farmers Market
Runs Tuesdays, 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. through September at Centennial Plaza (2600 W Taylorsville Blvd). The 2026 season has concluded; check the city calendar for fall and holiday markets. A lively weeknight market with local produce, artisan food vendors, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
North Salt Lake Farmers Market
Runs Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. through September at Legacy Park (1000 E 1100 N). The 2026 season has concluded; the market returns next summer with fresh produce, artisan crafts, and live music in a beautiful park setting.
Bohemian Bum Farmers Market
First Sunday of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at The Gateway in downtown Salt Lake City. Handmade artisan goods, vintage finds, fresh local produce, and gourmet food vendors.
University of Utah Farmers Market
Thursdays, 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. from August 27 through October 8 at the University of Utah campus. Fresh produce, prepared foods, and artisan goods in a midday campus market setting.
Central 9th Night Market
Select Thursdays, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at 161 W 900 S in Salt Lake City. A cozy neighborhood market featuring local farmers, artisans, and food vendors.
Craft Lake City DIY Festival
The 2026 festival took place August 7-9 at the Utah State Fairpark in Salt Lake City, featuring hundreds of artisans, live music, STEM activities, a kids makerspace, and food vendors. Next year's dates will be announced by the organizers.
Millcreek Summer Jam Concert Series
The 2026 Millcreek Summer Jam series at Canyon Rim Park has concluded for the season. Monday-evening concerts featured electro pop, indie rock, and local bands starting at 7 p.m. Check Millcreek's calendar for fall programming at Millcreek Common.
Yours Always Music Festival
The 2026 three-day music festival at the Utah State Fairpark took place August 21-23 with an eclectic lineup of national touring acts, local bands, food vendors, and art installations. Watch for 2027 dates in the spring.
Utah Fashion Week
The 2026 showcase took place August 26-29 in downtown Salt Lake City at the Regent Street Black Box at Eccles Theater and the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center, with runway shows, designer showcases, and industry events. Next year's dates will be announced by the organizers.
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