Apr 27 Saturday
Get ready for spring at the American West Heritage Center! On April 1st, 2nd, 13th, 20th, and 27th join us for a day full of excitement as you get to pet and learn about different farm animals like cows, goats, pigs, chickens, horses, and more. Plus, you can participate in a range of fun activities, such as milking the cow, riding the train, riding ponies, and gold panning. Whether you're a family with young children or simply an animal lover, Farm Animal Days is a must-visit event that you won't want to miss!
May 10 Friday
Curators, writers, musicians, and filmmakers will be on hand for an intimate, inspirational look at the remarkable ecological recovery that’s currently underway in Glen Canyon, even as climate change and drought drain Lake Powell to record lows. Award winning author Craig Childs presents Blood River, with collaborator Greg Istock, a wildly creative musician of the American Desert music genre. Childs, a musician as well, and Istock artfully deliver a thought-provoking multimedia performance about the human relationship with nature.
May 11 Saturday
The Cache Valley Gardeners' Market kicks off its 2024 season this Mothers' Day weekend, May 11th! Cache Valley Gardeners' Market is the second oldest market in the state. On Saturdays from May (11th) till October (19th) you'll find the freshest locally grown produce, yummy hot food, jamming live music, and artisan made crafts and treasures. We hope to see you there from 9:00 - 1:00 at the Historic Cache County Courthouse. Plenty of parking on the West side.
Saturday, May 11, the “Glen Canyon Rises” tour brings together film, discussion, photography, and music to showcase Lake Powell’s complex and surprisingtransformation. Journalist and author Zak Podmore draws from his forthcoming book Life After Dead Pool: Lake Powell’s Last Days and the Rebirth of the Colorado River. Photographer and filmmaker Dawn Kish screens, Tad’s Emerging World: Glen Canyon Exposed, a unique perspective of change in Glen Canyon. And, award-winning songwriter, Jackson Emmer, performs original Colorado River songs, some of which were written on his first trip to Lake Powell in 2023.
May 18 Saturday
The Humane Society of Utah invites you and your family, friends, and pups for a night of fun at the Gateway on May 18, 2024, 5-9 pm!
Discover yummy food trucks and local craft beer as you explore our vendor alley and let your dogs cool off and play in Gateway's splash pad.
Bark at the Moon will wrap up with a glow-in-the-dark, pup-friendly walk at 9 PM.
May 24 Friday
Busker Fest is presented by the Salt Lake City Arts Council and Primrose Productions
Salt Lake City's Busker Fest is held on May 24 + 25. The festival is a celebration of street performance and Salt Lake City. There are no formal stages, but at any given moment you will find 15+ acts taking place simultaneously on Block 70!.Block 70 includes Main Street and Regent Street from 100 to 200 South. We take over the sidewalks, close the roads and create a free and unforgettable cultural experience. Historically, this district was home to a handful of Vaudeville theaters. With a nod to that era, Busker Fest brings quirky, joyful entertainment back to town.
May 25 Saturday
Jun 17 Monday
SLUG Mag’s Brewstillery celebrates Utah’s breweries and distilleries by offering tastings of local beer and spirits. Featuring local food trucks, local artisans and crafters and local music—this all ages event has something for everyone to enjoy. Purchase a Planned Parenthood commemorative mug to have a part of the proceeds go directly to Planned Parenthood of Utah and help support their goal of delivering vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to thousands of people statewide.
Cost for the event is $25 for pre-sale, $30 day-of, $7 for non-drinkers and kids 12 & under free. $30 for pre-sale and $35 day-of for the Planned Parenthood commemorative mug. Each ticket (excluding Non-Drinker) includes 5 drink tokens and a commemorative Mug. Additional tokens can be purchased online with your ticket or at the event for $2 each. It’s a family friendly event with kids 12 and under free.
GRAB TICKETS HERE
What: SLUG Mag’s Brewstillery: A Local Beer and Spirits Festival
When: Saturday, June 17, 2023 from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where: Outside of Artspace City Center (230 S 500 West)
Why: The festival will follow SLUG Magazine’s 16th Annual Beer Issue.