‘Tis the season, and while the temps are dropping, the lights, events, and holiday cheer is bubbling up in Salt Lake. Whether you’re looking for family fun, holiday treats, unique gift shopping, or just beautiful holiday lights and displays, Salt Lake has something in store. For Gift Shoppers &…
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There are some characters who live on in our hearts long after the credits roll, and for countless people around the world, Chandler Bing was one of those characters. Matthew Perry, who portrayed Chandler for all 10 seasons of Friends, tragically passed away on October 28. His legacy of love and…
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Images courtesy Utah Arts Alliance As night falls over Salt Lake City this November 10–11, the urban landscape will transform into a mesmerizing alien cosmos aglow with innovation and wonder during the seventh annual ILLUMINATE Festival. Over two glowing nights from 5:00–11:00 p.m., the free…
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The snowy season in Salt Lake brings an incredible number of opportunities to play outdoors, from snowshoeing to cross-country skiing. The winter also offers plenty of spectacular indoor activities, like one-of-a-kind art exhibits and hands-on museum experiences. No matter what you choose to do…
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Salt Lake's spookiest season is upon us, and we're trembling with anticipation. We love Halloween and get pretty excited about it, as can be seen by the fact that Utah has been rated as the state with the most Halloween decorations and the second most Halloween-obsessed state in the nation—and we…
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Images courtesy Downtown Alliance Each year, a vibrant transformation takes place in the heart of Salt Lake City. That transformation—aptly named “Open Streets”—returns to downtown this fall from September 15 through October 28. On Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 1 a.m., Main Street will be…
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Celebrate Salt Lake’s incredible food and drink scene at the annual culinary extravaganza Eat Drink SLC 2023, this year on September 13 th and 14th. The enchanting grounds of Tracy Aviary come alive at sunset with the delectable aromas and vibrant melodies of this gastronomic celebration. From 5:30…
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Fall in Salt Lake isn’t just a season. It’s a celebration. Set against the vivid blue sky, the changing leaves create a kaleidoscope of warm colors from burnt oranges to fiery crimsons and golds. The rich landscape ensures every adventure is picture-perfect, so your camera roll is likely to be full…
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It all began in Germany with a royal wedding on a sunny October day in 1810. Bavarian Crown Prince Ludwig welcomed the people of Munich to a festival celebrating his marriage to Princess Therese Charlotte Luise of Saxony-Hildburghausen. For five days, folks partied in the fields adjacent to the city…
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A free annual event takes place in Sandy City in the south end of the Salt Lake valley, and those in the know look forward to it with anticipation every year: the Sandy City Annual Hot-Air Balloon Festival and Glow Event. It takes place in a public park with the towering Wasatch mountains as a…
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The Craft Lake City DIY Festival Presented by Harmons Celebrates 15 Years of Amplifying Utah's Creative Community The 15th Annual Craft Lake City DIY (Do-It-Yourself) Festival Presented By Harmons runs Friday, August 11, Saturday August 12, and Sunday August 13 at the Utah State Fairpark located at…
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Photos courtesy City Weekly and Bianca Velasquez Utah has many things to be proud of between its red arches down south and snowy peaks up north—Utah’s rolodex of wonders is as interesting as it is long. However, there is a growing subculture thriving throughout Utah, one that takes an unlikely place…
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The Founding of Salt Lake City and the 24th of July History Pioneer Day, a Utah state holiday, rivals Independence Day here for the amount of celebration and sheer enthusiasm. Every year, July 24th commemorates the day in 1847 when the first group of intrepid, trail-tested pioneers reached the Salt…
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Photos: Copyright 2023 CCF/Jay Dash, @slc_bites, & SLUG Magazine Salt Lake County’s Cottonwood Canyons are best known as some of the most acclaimed ski destinations in the world, but the wilderness preserves are an exciting spot year-round. What better way to start summer than by taking the family…
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Getting out and celebrating the 4th of July with friends and family is something so many of us look forward to. Barbecues, parades, carnivals, concerts, baseball games, fun runs, rodeos, and fireworks are all great ways to get out in Salt Lake and enjoying our national holiday. If you are planning…
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Salt Lake City has a surprising collection of incredible local breweries and distilleries that are on par with, if not excelling, their counterparts across the country. Here, we’ve rounded up a wide range of alcohol-related events and activities in Salt Lake from festivals and classes to exclusive…
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There are many public events and celebrations going on in Salt Lake and surrounding communities to celebrate Juneteenth in Utah this year. Juneteenth commemorates the date that the abolition of slavery was finally announced in Texas more than 2 years after the official signing of the Emancipation…
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Photo Credit: Utah Arts Festival Every June since 1977, a special gathering occurs in the heart of Salt Lake City that’s esteemed by travelers, locals, and artists from all around the U.S. The Utah Arts Festival brings community members together around all forms of art through three days of…
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Photo Credit: Jess Gruneisen and the Utah Pride Center Unapologetically Here and Queer: Utah Pride Center’s 2023 Pride Festival Utah Pride Center is hosting the 33rd Annual Utah Pride Festival from Thursday, June 1– Sunday, June 4. The Festival is held at a variety of locations throughout the city…
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With spring and summer finally upon us, the world is looking a little brighter. The snow is melting, the skis are in the garage, and everyone is pulling out the sunscreen and swimwear. Finding adventures in Salt Lake has never been a problem, and for this summer, take a look at all of the fun times…
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