Winter is settling in and those pre-holiday jitters are in full throttle! Stave off your cold weather nesting for one more week and instead enjoy Christmas concerts, elevated paired dinners and master cooking courses just in time for hosting season. There’s plenty of fun to go around our salty city, find even more events November events in Salt Lake on our community calendar!
Monday 11/18
What: Hollywood in Utah Pre-Screening Events
Where: Browning Building, Utah Tech Campus
When: 11/18 at 7 p.m.
Enjoy a private screening of PBS’s Hollywood in Utah, a documentary celebrating 100 years of filmmaking in Utah. Producer Nancy Green and historian James D’Arc will host a Q&A session prior to the screening.
What: Christmas Carol Pt. 2
Where: The Off Broadway Theatre
When: 11/1-11/30, various showtimes
The Off Broadway Theatre presents a Christmas Carol Pt. 2, a family-friendly show storying the tale of Scrooge and the spirit of Christmas. Get tickets here.
What: Holiday Window Stroll
Where: The Grand America
When: Now through Jan. 1st
This year’s holiday window stroll theme is ‘Yeti for the Holidays.’ Scan the QR code at the first window to follow Chuck the Snowball and his Yeti friends through their magical forest home. Keep an eye out for Chuck in each display, and answer the quiz questions at the end to be entered into a drawing for a one-night stay at The Grand America Hotel.
Tuesday 11/19
What: World of Illumination
Where: Utah State Fairpark
When: 11/19-12/29, select dates
A magical drive-through light show fun for the whole family. This year’s show, “Reindeer Road”, featured over a million lights synced to music, and over 500 uniquely themed displays. Tickets available here.
Wednesday 11/20
What: Wild Wednesday at Hogle Zoo
Where: Hogle Zoo
When: 11/20
As part of the ZAP program, Hogle Zoo offers special wednesday pricing for $6 online, and $8 in person admission. Don’t forget to visit the zoo’s newest residents, snow leopard cubs Bhutan and Pavlova!
What: Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas Eve Tour
Where: The Delta Center
When: 11/20, show at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Witness the magic of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra at the Delta Center. The production is touring their brand new version of The Lost Christmas Eve, featuring all the heavy metal Christmas songs, lasers, and pyrotechnics you know and love.
Thursday 11/21
What: Leo Libations—Thanksgiving Day Wines
Where: The Leonardo
When: 11/21 at 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Celebrate the abundance of the season with a delightful tasting menu featuring beat taurine and goat cheese, Turkey Roulade and more. Wine Academy of Utah Sommelier Jim Santagelo will be onsite to discuss the lush whites and traditional Beaujolai Village Crus pours you’ll be sipping on. Tickets are $70, get yours here.
Friday 11/22
What: Lightwalk at Tracy Aviary
Where: Tracy Aviary
When: Select dates in November and December
Tracy Aviary’s beloved Lightwalk returns on November 22nd! The holiday display features eight acres of dazzling light displays, life-size gingerbread houses, holiday beverages and a Santa meet-and-greet. Save $2 on admission when you bring non-perishable food items to donate.
What: Thanksgiving Master Cooking Class
Where: Park City Culinary Institute
When: 11/22 at 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Dive into a hand-on class where Chefs guide you through essential techniques and twists on Thanksgiving classics. Dinner will be paired with wine for those 21+ Reserve your spot here.
What: Annual Crazy Daisy Holiday Show
Where: Mountain America Expo Center
When: 11/22 at 2 p.m to 8 p.m. and 11/23 at 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Get ahead of your holiday shopping at this two-day Christmas extravaganza featuring 200 small businesses, unique treats, local entertainment and a Santa appearance.
What: Lights On!
Where: The Gallivan Center
When: 11/22 at 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The Blocks Arts District is unveiling the fifth season of GLOW at the Gallivan center with a very special family-friendly event. The annual free event features ice skating, a live DJ, Disney princess sightings and a Santa meet-and-greet. After the unveiling, the immersive holiday display is open to the public through March 1st, 2025.
What: Utah Valley Ski Swap
Where: 2975 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi
When: 11/22 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Shop and sell your favorite brands of ski and snowboard gear at a discount.
Saturday 11/23
What: Creator’s Collective SLC Holiday Market
Where: Publik Roasting Company
When: 11/23 at 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shop 35 local small businesses, artists, makers and curators at this one-day only holiday market. Enjoy unique activities as you shop like permanent jewelry, treats from Publik Cafe, custom charm bar, photo opps and more.
What: KRCL’s 45-Anniversary Party: A Birthday Benefit
Where: The Commonwealth Room
When: 11/23 at 6 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Celebrate KRCL’s 45th Birthday with live performances from The Mellons, The Pranksters, Talia Keys & The Love. Attendees can also enjoy special drinks from Dented Brick, a photo booth, birthday cupcakes and a “History of KRCL” panel discussion. Get tickets here.
Sunday 11/24
What: Friends of Friends Flea Market
Where: Coterie SLC
When: 11/24 at 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Enjoy a day of good vibes and unique finds from Coterie’s community of vendors. Hosted every last Sunday of the month, this is a 21+ event with free entry.
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