Hot House West opens a series of free concerts at Gallivan Center called Joy in Rhythm featuring Mina Thomas and Brett & Old Soul, bringing their signature blend of soul, jazz, and Americana. Food trucks, local art vendors, and a free swing dance lesson! 6-10 Gallivan Center

Icon Ken Sanders launches a new concert series tonight with a poetry reading by Gabriela Nelson followed by live music from guitarist VAL/IN/TIME and Morrow Morrow’s moody bluescape. Just $10 to be part of something that feels genuinely special at  Ken Sanders Rare Books, 6:30pm.

The Farmers Market Kickoff Party is one of the best events in the community all year. Squatters brews the beer, vendors whip-up delicious nibbles, artists donate their crafts (for the best silent auction), and everyone leaves with a dozen eggs from Old Home Place and maybe just as many new friends. 5:30-8:30, Squatters

One of our favorite programs of the Ballet West season is their Choreographic Festival, where new works are premiered. Sometimes funny, perhaps quirky, and maybe genius, this program is one you don’t want to miss at Rose Wagner through Saturday.

Ariel C. Wilson and Matt Kowal’s exhibit, from where the sun is, to wherever you are, takes live imagery drawn from twenty-four webcams placed across the earth’s time zones and weaves the film into a single continually cycling composition. See this Warholian presentation at UMOCA through June 6.  

Sammy Obeid double-majored in business and math at UC Berkeley, turned down a job at Google to do stand-up, and has never looked back. The man made a choice, it was the right one. He is hilarious.  Wiseguys, The Gateway.

At the Clark Planetarium, check out Backyard Wilderness, a 3D documentary on the IMAX screen that has won over a dozen awards. It captures magical moments in nature and broadcasts them on a large, intense scale. Great to get kids off wifi and into wilderness!

The Mammoth have clinched a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs! After 82 games, the team is currently holding a top wild-card spot in the Western Conference. But first, they have one last regular season match against the St. Louis Blues. Take advantage of ticket prices before they skyrocket.  Delta Center, 5:30.

The Phantom of the Opera has played to 140 million people in 35 countries and has grossed over $6 billion in 38 years. And, people still can’t get enough of it–evidenced by the fact there are 24 shows at the Eccles that seem to be selling very well. We guess the spectacle, music, romance and that chandelier will never get old. 

The Utah Jazz rebuilding campaign continues as they run all the options for the NBA draft in June. There are just three more home games, with tickets as low as $17. Go root for the boys as we go up against the Denver Nuggets. 

Salt Lake City comes alive this week with can’t-miss concerts, big games, vibrant arts, and unique local events. From Led ZepAgain and the Utah Symphony to Flamenco Fiesta, Alicia Villarreal, DENM, the Downtown Farmers Market, and a stunning Great Salt Lake art installation, there’s something happening every day.

Happy Valentine’s! Whether you’re planning a romantic night out or just looking for something fun to do, Downtown Friend of the Week Stuart at Gastronomic has you covered with a curated list of restaurant specials—so stop stressing and make that reservation. Beyond dinner, the week is packed with can’t-miss events: from Sudan Archives’ genre-bending live show and a laugh-out-loud stage version of Clue, to live symphony performances, ballet premieres, comedy legends, and cozy date ideas like ice skating and free mat pilates. Whatever your vibe—culture, comedy, music, or movement—there’s something happening every night to make this Valentine’s week unforgettable. 💕

This weekend is stacked with culture, music, and food worth leaving the house for. From a free Sundance screening and Mahler at Abravanel Hall, to rival Mexican rap legends sharing a stage and a psychedelic festival at The Gateway, there’s something happening every night. Top it off with a Farmers Markets under a fighter jet and a whisper-thin masala dosa hiding inside a South Indian vegetarian restaurant—and you’ve got plans.

From a monumental new UMOCA exhibition reimagining the American West to Sundance film screenings, Utah Opera’s Fidelio, outdoor art and dance parties, live music, and Jazz games, this week in Salt Lake City is packed. Here’s your guide to the can’t-miss arts, culture, and entertainment from Wednesday through Saturday.

From ice skating lessons and live concerts to symphony performances, dance premieres, and Utah Mammoth hockey, this week is packed with things to do in Salt Lake City. Plus, don’t miss a vibrant flea market, free organ concert, and our Bite of the Week: a hidden Indian fusion gem near The Gateway.

Downtown SLC is serving festive fun for every kind of holiday mood. Meet Santa at Asher Adams or City Creek, unwind with bluegrass at Gracie’s, plan ahead for New Year’s Eve at The Gateway, catch The Nutcracker or a Godzilla marathon, and wrap it all up with some post-holiday self-gifting at the Downtown Farmers Market.

Downtown SLC is wrapped in holiday magic this week. Sing along at the Delta Center, light a Chanukah candle with neighbors, honor lives lost at Pioneer Park, and soak in timeless traditions like The Nutcracker, Kurt Bestor, Holiday Pops, and family concerts with Santa. From intimate nativity performances to garage rock with a giving twist, the season is shining bright Downtown.

Downtown SLC lights up this week with an eclectic lineup: angelic harmonies from One Voice Children’s Choir, gavn!’s heartfelt folk-pop, Cirque du Soleil’s dazzling holiday acrobatics, a laugh-out-loud one-man comedy, and the timeless magic of Ballet West’s Nutcracker. Add in vivid new artwork at the Main Library, the Winter Farmers Market’s local treasures, and stirring Utah Symphony performances for a week packed with beauty, heart, and holiday spirit.

Kick off the weekend with a hilarious Santa roast at Wiseguys, stroll through the iconic Temple Square Christmas lights, and feel the power of Messiah at Abravanel Hall. Celebrate Small Business Saturday at the new Central City Gift Exchange, then wrap up with the dazzling A Drag Queen Christmas at Capitol Theatre.

Downtown SLC comes alive this weekend with art, music, and festive cheer. From RDT’s emotionally rich Ovation program and the Bells at Temple Square’s annual holiday concert to Motown hits with the Utah Symphony, there’s something for every mood. Enjoy ice skating at Gallivan, shop the Winter Farmers Market for Thanksgiving essentials, savor a cozy morning at Milk & Cookies with Santa, and wander Gateway’s Winter Wonderland filled with glowing installations and seasonal treats.