Merine “Vida” Tu’itama’alelagi Hafoka and her son Haviar “Havi” Tuitama Hafoka run Malialole, a Polynesian music and dance group that celebrates and preserves Pacific Islander art, culture, and history. Now three generations strong, Malialole is spreading Polynesian culture to today’s youth, helping to foster a sense of identity and strengthen the community of Pacific Islanders […]

Exciting news! Our Wild West Collab Fest has been rebranded for 2025 and will now be known as The Great Beer Mashup! The Great Beer Mashup will be held on May 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Woodbine Food Hall, 545 W. 700 South, SLC.  This unique festival celebrates the creativity and teamwork of […]

BKFC returns to Salt Lake City on Saturday, May 10 at the Maverik Center. During the event, Salt Lake City’s own Dan Gardner returns to the ring after a 13-year break and makes his Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) debut. Dan is Bucked Up’s Chief Sales Officer and brother to CEO Ryan Gardner. A born […]

The Buffalo-bred, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Marc Scibilia makes soulful music on his own terms, channeling the national mood. Finding inspiration in folk, country, alternative, and anthemic pop music, he has crafted a distinctly American sound that is rueful yet buoyed by hope. Marc Scibilla will perform at The Commonwealth Room on May 12, 2025. Doors at […]

Grammy-winning artist Allison Russell is a weaver of stories and tales through the medium of music. Since the release of her first solo album three years ago, the self-taught singer, songwriter, poet, activist, and multi-instrumentalist has redefined what artistry means in the 21st century. She will perform at The Commonwealth Room on 5/13/25. From her […]

Queer Spectra is an interdisciplinary queer arts festival; this May 15-17 is our 7th annual festival on the theme of Flux & Fracture. The festival is completely free to attend! It will be a full weekend of keynotes, workshops, performances, gallery time, and more planned.  Check out our full schedule of events: Thursday, May 15 […]