Events in Layton, UT

A lively 20 minute dance party created for young children fills a short session with upbeat music and playful movement. Kids can spin, wiggle, and turn as they burn off energy in a fun, high-energy atmosphere.

This hands-on STEAM session offers tweens and children the chance to explore, build, and create through engaging activities.

Odyssey Dance Theatre’s Thriller blends precision dance with playful nods to Halloween lore. The production salutes familiar horror figures, including zombies, Frankenstein, mummies, and Jasons, all woven into a high-energy stage experience. Expect a mix of chills, eye-popping moments, and plenty of laughs in a seasonal tradition presented at Layton Ed Kenley Amphitheater.

A stretch and strength class designed with adults 50+ in mind, yet open to all ages. A local patron leads gentle, practical movements to help people get active, with a friendly atmosphere that makes it easy to meet new people. Please consult a doctor before beginning this or any exercise program, especially if you have chronic or recurring conditions, or if you are pregnant, nursing, or an older adult.

Enjoy creative LEGO challenges that encourage building, exploring, and imaginative play at the Layton Branch of Davis County Library. Small pieces are used and may pose a choking hazard, so please supervise young children. All LEGO bricks belong to the Davis County Library system and must remain at the library.

Participants will gather at the picnic areas at Fielding Garr Ranch for a guided bird walk through the historic grounds and surrounding wetland habitat in search of bucket-list species. Binoculars will be available to borrow. There is no extra charge for the walk, and regular park entry fees still apply.

Explore jewelry making and silversmithing in a small, hands-on class led by Rene Venegas, a 16th generation silversmith who has taught at Weber State for 15 years and is a recipient of the Ogden City Mayor’s Art Award for Folk Art. Beginners and experienced makers are welcome, and the format supports both one-time projects and ongoing skill building. Registration includes use of studio tools and equipment, while metals and stones are purchased separately or brought from home. One-session projects can include a silver band or ring, a ring with a cabochon stone, simple earrings, a copper or silver bracelet with or without a cabochon, or a simple pendant with or without a cabochon. Class size is limited to about four to five participants to allow plenty of one-on-one instruction. Tuition is 40 dollars for each two hour class, or three classes for 100 dollars. Although designed for adults, mature teens and pre-teens may participate. Private classes and parties are available. Payment can be made in person or online, and a three class punch pass is available; pay for the current session and the remaining sessions will be prorated at class. Cancellations more than seven days in advance receive a full refund minus a five dollar fee, and there are no refunds within seven days of the start. If registering on a phone is difficult, rotating the device can help, and computers often work best. The class takes place at The Local Artisan Collective.

Settle in for weekly game nights with pizza and plenty of board gaming. Each session spotlights a featured game that attendees can learn on the spot, or choose a title from the available library, or bring personal favorites. Prize drawings take place at the end of every weekly event. For questions, contact Don's Game Gatherings. For reminders and updates, text the word Reminder to 801-879-6627.

Vendor applications are open for a community farmers market that highlights local vendors and makers. The market fosters a supportive network where entrepreneurs can connect, grow their businesses, and meet fellow small business owners.

Veteran and military-connected entrepreneurs gather at Utah SBDC Kaysville for a Davis County networking event centered on conversations, connections, and introductions that can help move a business forward. It is part of the Utah Veteran Entrepreneur Networking Event, UVEN, and welcomes founders at any stage, from early idea to growth and scale. Attendees can build meaningful relationships, hear practical insights from experienced veteran business leaders, share their own stories to spotlight their ventures, explore fresh paths for growth, and connect with a community that continues to collaborate well beyond the meetup. Ideas can come from anywhere, and the right opportunity often starts in the room.

Sunflower Community Garden Marketplace brings neighbors in Ogden together for a welcoming community gathering featuring local vendors, garden-inspired treasures, and friendly faces. It offers an easy way to shop small, meet fellow community members, and support local growers and makers. Visitors can explore seasonal goods and distinctive handmade items while enjoying the inviting atmosphere of the garden. Whether an experienced gardener or simply someone who values buying local, guests can expect to leave with fresh finds and a deeper connection to the community.

A festive expo devoted to quinceañera planning brings everything for the big day together in one place. Meet caterers, DJs, bandas, photographers, lighting teams, decorators, dress specialists, beauty services, treat vendors, entertainers, and more while gathering ideas, comparing options, and connecting with professionals. Whether just getting started or adding final touches, attendees can find inspiration and practical solutions to help turn a dream quince into reality. The event also features music, dancing, and drinks, creating lively quinceañera energy to share with family, the court, and friends. Additional details and featured vendors will be announced soon.

Russ Nagel brings 34 years of stand-up experience, delivering cutting wit, quick punchlines, and stories from life as an avid biker. A Louisiana native with credits on Comedy Central, A&E, and Showtime, he has also headlined for Princess, Celebrity, and Carnival cruise lines. Billed as America’s Funniest Biker, he pairs southern charm with a confident stage presence to keep audiences laughing. His Prime Video special, Uncle of Anarchy, offers a preview of the high-energy humor he is known for.

Community members in Weber and Davis County come together for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, a walk that raises funds to help end Alzheimer’s disease. It is the largest fundraiser dedicated to this cause. Registration is available. Companies seeking additional marketing exposure can inquire about sponsorship opportunities and reach out with questions.

Set within Jensen Nature Park, this community walk brings people across Northern Utah together to remember, find hope, and support one another. It offers time to acknowledge how suicide and mental health challenges have touched our own lives and the lives of family, friends, and others we care for. Walking side by side, participants honor experiences, share strength, and connect with community.

A family friendly fall market showcasing more than 50 vendors with local honey, baked goods, and handcrafted goods, all centered on supporting small businesses and celebrating the season. Admission is free for the community, giving visitors an easy way to explore booths and take in a welcoming festival atmosphere. Pets are welcome, so furry companions can be part of the outing.

Explore lampworking in a hands-on session devoted to making glass marbles. With a propane and oxygen torch, participants heat and shape borosilicate glass, commonly known as Pyrex, with careful attention to safety. This three hour experience includes all tools and materials. Most people complete at least two simple marbles, and there may be time for additional pieces, though individual results will vary. Finished work is fired to anneal and strengthen, then will be ready for pickup the following business day.

This family celebration at My Family Birth Center of Layton invites attendees to explore the birth center, enjoy a magic show and refreshments, and sit for family portraits. It is designed for those curious about birth center care as well as families who have previously delivered there. Friends are welcome, and the birth center team will be available to meet visitors. A presentation of silver coins will recognize families who have welcomed two or more babies with My Family Birth Center, and RSVPs are requested for personalized engraving.

Explore the art of lampworking in a hands-on, three-hour session dedicated to crafting glass pendants. Lampworking is a form of glassblowing that uses a propane and oxygen torch to heat and shape borosilicate glass, also known as Pyrex. All equipment and materials are provided, and safe working practices are part of the experience. You will create at least two basic pendants, with the option to make more if time permits. Finished pieces require kiln annealing for strength and will be ready for pickup on the next business day. Individual results will vary.

Portland State visits Weber State at Stewart Stadium in Ogden for an early-season Big Sky football clash with conference implications. With different playing styles and new contributors settling into roles, this matchup serves as a useful barometer of where both teams stand as the season gains momentum.

Wasatch Yoga Fest is preparing for its 2026 edition with the theme Awaken energizing the community. Planning is moving forward, and calls for vendors, teachers, and volunteers are currently accepting applications. A first community meetup, featuring a hike and relaxed hangout, is on the calendar to help people meet the organizers, get questions answered, and connect with the community before the festival returns.

Warrior Revival, a 501c3 nonprofit serving Utah’s military community, is partnering with Steve’s Black Sabbath BBQ to foster connection through shared meals and conversation. On the last Sunday of each month, veterans affiliated with Warrior Revival can receive a dining discount there. To start things off, Warrior Revival will provide appetizers to help spark discussion, and Alpha Coffee is donating the coffee.

Settle into a low-key session devoted to writing and conversation about the writing craft at Grounds For Coffee Harrison Blvd.

Enjoy a classic horse drawn carriage ride as part of Kaysville’s First Friday Festival, surrounded by friendly faces, music, and a fun atmosphere. Rides are first come, first served. The cost is $25 per carriage, with space for up to four average size adults and two lap children under 2 years old.

At the Val A. Browning Center’s Austad Auditorium, this orchestral program pairs the lyrical world of Chopin with the culminating force of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5. The WSSO performs with Dr. Fantee Jones at the piano under the direction of Dr. Francisco de Galvez, shaping a path from intimate Romantic expression to expansive symphonic scale. Tickets are required.

This event presents an evening with Garrison Keillor at Peery's Egyptian Theater.

Quilt Fest 2026 brings a vibrant showcase of quilting to the Davis Conference Center, organized by the Utah Quilt Guild. The event highlights imagination, vivid color, and a welcoming sense of community. Seasoned quilters, sewing enthusiasts, and admirers of handcrafted work can connect with others who share a love for textile art.

In a relaxed, friendly setting, learn the fundamentals of hand building pottery. You will roll, add texture, cut, and assemble clay to craft a mug that is safe for both the microwave and the dishwasher.

Big Thief takes the stage at Ogden Twilight.

Bring your favorite textile project and spend time with others who enjoy fiber arts. Work on knitting, crochet, needlepoint, or similar crafts while being part of a creative community.

Wood Carver brings a regular monthly gig to Slackwater Pub & Pizzeria, performing a live acoustic mix of classic rock and alternative rock, plus a few original songs.

Award-winning author and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Phil Klay leads a thoughtful conversation about how military service reshapes those who serve and the communities they return to. Drawing on his tour in Iraq’s Anbar Province and his writing on war, service, masculinity, and the long-term impact of conflict, he offers stories and insights that prompt careful reflection. He also examines what it means for a country to wage war when only a small portion of its citizens experience combat firsthand. Klay’s debut collection, Redeployment, received the National Book Award for Fiction and the National Book Critics Circle’s John Leonard Prize, and he later earned an MFA from Hunter College. The conversation takes place in the Shephard Union Building ballroom. Admission is free and open to all.

This returning hands-on class focuses on creating an original creepy doll at The Local Artisan Collective. Each participant receives a doll base and a spread of materials to customize their piece, with all supplies included in the $35 cost. Instruction covers techniques for adding warts, wounds, and wrinkled skin, along with other methods to achieve eerie details, followed by time to design a one-of-a-kind creation. The class is taught by Stephanie Howerton of Our Children’s Earth and is held outside the store. Multiple sessions are available, and previous years have filled quickly. Cancellation is accepted up to 14 days before the class starts.

Radiate Vendor Markets brings a festive Boo-tique Market to Winegar's Supermarkets, showcasing more than 50 local vendors with handmade goods, boutique apparel, seasonal decor, gifts, and treats. Enjoy a coffee trailer and plenty of fall photo opportunities in a setting that welcomes families and pets. Admission is free. Children ages 0 to 12 can take part in a costume contest by snapping a photo at the market with a favorite vendor booth, a favorite purchase, or in front of the Radiate Vendor Markets sign, then posting it on social media and tagging Radiate Vendor Markets. A winner will be announced on social media a few days after the market. Vendor participation is currently open.

A casual gathering for people with shared interests in witchcraft. Conversation will cover a wide range of witchy topics.

Bring your favorite creative project to The Local Artisan Collective for a welcoming night of making and connection. Hosted by KC in Classroom A and B, this free, public gathering invites artists and hobbyists of every stripe to work on painting, sewing, drawing, sculpting, writing, knitting, crocheting, beading, or any other craft while meeting new people. Please bring your own materials. Toward the end, participants are invited to show what they have been working on, ask for feedback, troubleshoot tricky steps, and share ideas in a supportive, open forum. This event welcomes all ages. For questions, contact KC Peek at 385-626-0524 or seedsofimaginationcards@gmail.com.

This free class supports expecting and new parents with practical newborn care guidance. A pediatric team and an IBCLC-certified lactation nurse lead a friendly session that covers the first weeks at home, breastfeeding and bottle-feeding basics, safe sleep, soothing methods, developmental milestones, and how to recognize when it is time to call a doctor. Attendees can ask questions throughout, and snacks and drinks are provided. Registration is available.

October Business After Hours takes place at Ogden’s George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park, hosted by George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park. Admission is complimentary for Chamber members and employees, and $35 for non-chamber members.

Weber State Choirs launch their new season with an evening of music featuring an engaging selection of pieces across many genres. The program is presented at the Val A. Browning Center in the Austad Auditorium. Tickets are required for entry.

American Patchwork Quartet brings a Grammy-nominated blend of folk, jazz, and Hindustani classical traditions to The Monarch. Familiar tunes like Wayfaring Stranger and Shenandoah are taken apart and reimagined through influences that span three continents, offering a fresh perspective on American roots music. Fabiola Méndez joins on the ten-string national instrument of Puerto Rico, adding a distinctive voice to the ensemble. Tickets are required.

Pack your lunch and connect with fellow creatives at the Brown Bag Brigade, a casual meetup centered on all things art and artists. This roundtable-style lunch, with the Nine Rails Creative District supporting artists, creates space to swap updates, share flyers, and hear what is new with Ogden City Arts. It also offers a chance to learn about the latest happenings at The Local Artisan Collective, where this gathering is being held. Locations rotate from month to month.

Celebrate a decade of creativity with a full day of activities, treats, and giveaways. The festivities include demos and classes, storewide savings, free 10 year celebration stickers, chances to win gift certificates, special deals, candy from artists, and more. Outside, a sidewalk chalk festival will transform the area by the storefront into a colorful gallery of chalk art created by local artists. Inside, everything is 10% off, and gift cards are offered in a buy $100, get $50 free promotion that is available in store only for use on a future visit. Hands-on experiences feature a Creepy Doll class with Stephanie from Our Children’s Earth and a workshop focused on getting unstuck and overcoming writer’s block with KC Peek and Elizabeth Suggs. Free make-and-take stations invite guests to design a bandana with sharpies and fabric markers and to create a custom sticker, with Gail and Stephanie on hand to help. A free local authors gathering offers readings, opportunities to purchase books, and a Q&A that highlights storytelling, poetry, and writing prompts. Music at The Collective features The Proper Way, presented with support from OFOAM and Ogden City Arts. Expect delicious treats throughout the celebration. Purchases come with birthday present giveaways while supplies last, with contributions from Galleon’s Gold Jewelry, Our Children’s Earth, store gift certificates in $50 and $5 amounts, Social Lies, and Aunt GG’s. There are also free bracelets with charms from Journey Bound Designs and Anubis Inc or key chains with special charms from Our Children’s Earth and Wally Wax Co, available while supplies last. Additional activities may be added as the celebration continues.

In celebration of The Local Artisan Collective's 10th birthday, the fifth annual sidewalk chalk art competition turns the sidewalks along the front and side of the store into an open-air gallery. Local artists create chalk artworks while visitors stroll The Junction in downtown Ogden to watch the pieces take shape and admire the finished results.

The Local Artisan Collective celebrates its 10th birthday with a special edition of its music series featuring The Proper Way. The group began in 2016 with multi-instrumentalist singers Shane Osguthorpe and Scott Rogers, then became an Ogden, Utah trio in 2018 when fellow multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Carrie Myers joined. This free monthly gathering highlights local creativity and community with music from local musicians, hands-on art demonstrations, and a welcoming atmosphere for all ages. Supported by Ogden City Arts and OFOAM, Ogden Friends of Acoustic Music.

Channel Z delivers an eighties-themed show at a club in Davis County for a full throwback experience. Wear your favorite 80's attire, or simply come as you are. It is a celebration that invites everyone to party like it is 1985.

Curious about foster care? This informative and supportive gathering offers a chance to learn more, connect with others, and explore the foster care experience together. A panel features staff from Utah Foster Care, the Division of Child and Family Services, the Office of Licensing, and current foster parents, followed by time for informal mingling and open conversation. Attendees can ask questions, gain insights, and hear what the foster care journey looks like from many angles. Families are welcome, and children are invited to be part of the conversation. Light refreshments will be available.

A public conversation at the Kimball Arts Building features Pepón Osorio, an internationally known artist working across disciplines. Born in San Juan and later moving to the South Bronx, he creates detailed sculptures and installations developed in close partnership with communities and grounded in social engagement. For more than 35 years, his work has prompted essential dialogue about inequities in healthcare, education, and the prison system, while centering the voices and experiences of the people he collaborates with and illuminating the lived experiences of Latinx and working-class communities in the United States. Admission is free and open to all, offering a welcoming setting to reflect on race, identity, belonging, and social change through his practice.

The Weber State Symphonic Band presents an evening of illuminating music in the Austad Auditorium at the Val A. Browning Center. Tickets are required for entry.

Free admission makes this home improvement showcase a convenient way for homeowners to explore ideas, compare options, and find savings on projects of all sizes. Attendees can speak face to face with a variety of local and national vendors who offer practical insights to help turn renovation plans into reality. From kitchen makeovers to outdoor living upgrades to simple refreshes around the house, the Ogden Home Show brings together resources, inspiration, and guidance to help you get started.

At The Monarch in Ogden, a candlelit concert celebrates Halloween-themed music performed by the Range Ensemble string quartet. The experience pairs live performance with an intimate glow, creating an immersive setting for seasonal favorites. The planned set features Thriller by Michael Jackson, Gounod’s Funeral March of a Marionette, a movement from Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 8, Mike Oldfield’s theme from The Exorcist, the Stranger Things theme by S U R V I V E, Danny Elfman’s Beetlejuice theme and a medley from The Nightmare Before Christmas, the themes from The Addams Family, Halloween, and Psycho, Ghostbusters by Ray Parker Jr., Danse macabre by Camille Saint-Saëns, Night on Bald Mountain by Modest Mussorgsky, and the Time Warp from The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Attendees must be 8 or older, and anyone under 16 needs an adult companion. The venue is ADA compliant. Seating within each zone is assigned based on arrival order. Multiple dates and times are offered.

Get hands-on with the annual Creepy Doll Class at The Local Artisan Collective, where participants make a personalized creepy doll from start to finish. All materials are included, with a doll to work on and an assortment of items to customize it so every creation is different. Instruction covers how to add details like warts, wounds, and wrinkled skin, along with other techniques that help bring eerie characters to life. The setting encourages coming with friends and meeting new people. This class is taught by Stephanie Howerton of Our Children’s Earth, an artist who enjoys marbling, hand dyeing, and creating clothing, jewelry, and home goods, and who regularly teaches at The Local Artisan Collective. Previous years have sold out, and additional sessions were added to accommodate interest. The cost is $35 and includes all supplies. This class is taught outside the store. Registration and payment can be arranged by contacting Stephanie at 801-940-6972 or our_childrens_earth@yahoo.com. Cancellations are accepted up to 14 days before the class starts.

This show spotlights Chris Munch, an actor, comic, and writer with more than two decades of experience onstage and on camera. He is known for creating offbeat and funny personas like Stephen Stephens, MLM Chad, and the kindhearted southern minister Pastor Bobby, whose sketches have earned millions of views and a following of over 300,000 on social platforms. The ‘Bleshings’ Tour pairs him with comedian Adam Bush, a former preacher who has opened for Mike Birbiglia, Dusty Slay, and Preacher Lawson, and whose Dry Bar comedy special is currently streaming. Expect a lively mix of character work and stand-up from two distinct voices in comedy.

High Tide Card Show & Collectibles fills the Davis Conference Center with cards and collectibles for buying, selling, and trading. Admission is free, and the first 150 attendees receive a complimentary card pack. Hourly giveaways run throughout the event, featuring two winners every hour plus ten free card packs distributed each hour, for a total of twelve winners each hour. The show spans trading card games such as Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece, and Lorcana, along with sports cards, slabs, sealed products, collectibles, and accessories. Families can enjoy a kids’ scavenger hunt with prizes, and trick-or-treating is available with participating vendors. Guests who bring canned food, dry goods, or bottled water receive a bonus giveaway entry, with another bonus entry available for those who follow on social media or join the email list at the show. Sponsors are appreciated for supporting the event.

Create a one of a kind creepy doll in a hands on class at The Local Artisan Collective, taught outdoors just outside the shop. The session covers techniques for adding eerie details like warts, wounds, and wrinkled skin, then gives plenty of time to experiment so each piece reflects your own imagination. The fee is $35 and includes everything needed, with each participant receiving a doll and an assortment of materials to customize it. It is a social, creative experience that works well for attending with friends and for meeting new people. This workshop is led by Stephanie Howerton of Our Children’s Earth, an artist who explores marbling, hand dyeing, and making clothing, jewelry, and home goods, and who regularly teaches a range of classes at the Collective. Previous years have sold out and additional sessions were added to meet demand. Cancellations are accepted up to 14 days before the class begins.

Create a one-of-a-kind creepy doll in this annual hands-on class at The Local Artisan Collective. Instruction covers techniques for adding eerie details such as warts, wounds and wrinkled skin, along with other methods to make each doll truly unique. All supplies are included, and every participant receives a doll to transform plus a selection of materials for customization. The class is taught outside of the store by Stephanie Howerton of Our Children’s Earth, an artist experienced in marbling, hand dyeing and crafting clothing, jewelry and home goods. It offers a social atmosphere that works well for attending with friends and meeting new people. Previous years have sold out and additional sessions have been added to meet demand. The cost is $35 and includes all supplies. Cancellations are accepted up to 14 days before the class starts.

Gather with family and friends for a sit-down meal at the original Union Grill in Ogden, and take in the fun, distinctive atmosphere. By attending, you help support essential educational opportunities for women and girls in your community.

The Utah Symphony presents a concert version of Disney's Hocus Pocus at the Browning Center at WSU.

Free admission makes this home improvement showcase an easy stop for homeowners planning their next project. Meet local and national vendors face to face to gather ideas, ask questions, and get practical guidance that can help bring a vision to life. Whether the goal is a kitchen remodel, an upgraded outdoor living space, or smaller updates throughout the house, the Layton Home Show at the Davis Conference Center offers a convenient way to explore options and discover savings.

Manual Cinema, an Emmy Award winning collective for performance, design, and film, presents The 4th Witch at the Val A. Browning Center in the Austad Auditorium. This new tale, inspired by Shakespeare's Macbeth, follows a girl who survives a war and slips into a dark forest. Told entirely without spoken words, the production weaves shadow puppetry, silhouetted performers, and live music to carry the story. It opens the night before Macbeth's forces descend on a small town. After the invasion leaves her orphaned and cast out, a witch rescues her and trains her as an apprentice. As her powers grow, her grief and anger lead her on a path of vengeance against Macbeth for the death of her parents. An inversion of the classic tragedy, the piece reflects on grief, war, generational conflict, and the recurring cycle of violence by focusing on those left in the wake of battle. Tickets are required. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

A visiting artist lecture featuring Melissa Melero-Moose, a Northern Paiute and Modoc mixed-media artist, will be held in the Kimball Arts Building, Room 143. Her practice is rooted in the landscapes and cultural traditions of the Great Basin and incorporates materials such as willow, sand, and reeds to create richly textured abstract works. These pieces draw on Indigenous knowledge, reference basketry traditions, and highlight enduring relationships to land and community. This event is free and open to the public.

The inaugural Ogden Mountain Film Festival celebrates the outdoor adventures, landscapes, and community stories that shape Northern Utah. Local filmmakers, outdoor enthusiasts, and residents gather for an evening program of short films featuring hiking, trail running, mountain biking, skiing, climbing, fishing, and more. Each selection highlights personal connections to Ogden’s trails and public lands while promoting responsible recreation and the Leave No Trace ethic. Filmmakers of all experience levels are encouraged to submit their work. The program salutes the trails, the stories, and the people who make Northern Utah’s outdoor community special.

Music @ The Collective brings together local talent, creativity, and community in a lively showcase at The Local Artisan Collective. This edition highlights David Phillips, a drummer and guitarist with two decades of experience in Utah who performs blues, acoustic instrumentals, and rock. His background includes appearances at the Utah Arts Festival, DIY Festival, Crucial Fest, Building Man, and Element 11, and recent collaborations on projects including Sylke, Gary Tada and The Shakes, Mykah, and Space Gun. Expect a welcoming, all ages setting with interactive art demonstrations alongside performances by outstanding local musicians. Admission is free. Sponsored by Ogden City Arts and OFOAM - Ogden Friends of Acoustic Music.

National Geographic Live presents a program about wild cats with Sandesh Kadur at the Browning Center at WSU.

This supportive group therapy class at the Syracuse location of Wee Care Pediatrics is designed for parents of children with ADHD. Over two hours, participants learn practical tools that build confidence and increase satisfaction in everyday parenting. The session highlights behavior strategies, guidance for emotional regulation, and simple organizational techniques, all tailored to help children with ADHD succeed. Attendance is for parents only.

Open to the community at no charge, the St Paul Lutheran Holiday Bazaar is currently recruiting vendors. A table costs $30, and offerings are reviewed to help maximize sales potential and reduce direct competition among vendors. Additional details and vendor sign-up are available through the event page.

Aída Cuevas, known as La Voz de México, performs live in Ogden at the Val A. Browning Center at Weber State University. This concert presents her voice on stage in a live performance.

This casual meetup brings like-minded people together for open conversation about all things witchy.

Hosted at the Davis Conference Center, this two-day celebration brings together crystals, gems, minerals, and fossils in a lively, hands-on setting. Explore an educational hall offering geology classes, take part in workshops and sessions with readers for all ages, and spark creativity in a craft area designed with kids in mind. Browse vendor booths filled with crystals, minerals, jewelry, fossils, and more. The atmosphere is welcoming and interactive, created for families and curious minds alike. Admission is free.

This bring-your-own-lunch creative meetup welcomes artists for a roundtable conversation at Ogden Contemporary Arts. Expect space to exchange news, share flyers, and hear updates from Ogden City Arts. Vanessa will provide information on opportunities in teaching, exhibitions, and public art contracts, offer guidance on applying to calls and crafting strong proposals with detailed budgets, and highlight Utah options that include OCA, UMOCA, Finch Lane, Material, Modern West, and public art programs. Worksheets such as an exhibition proposal template and lesson plan templates will be available. With support from the Nine Rails Creative District, the gathering rotates to different venues each month, with a future stop planned at The Lab.

Ballet West performs The Nutcracker at the Browning Center at WSU, continuing a holiday tradition treasured across Utah. This festive staging celebrates the season and invites audiences to share in a time-honored experience.

The Ogden Santa Run opens the three-race Santa series and covers the longest distance in the lineup. The course begins near the Ogden LDS Temple, winds through downtown for one and a half laps, and finishes in front of the Municipal Building. Registration includes a Santa suit, so participants run in festive red from start to finish while Christmas music plays along the route. The finish area sits beside Ogden Christmas Village, known for a full block of cottage-style houses filled with detailed holiday displays. After the run, the city presents the Ogden Holiday Light Parade, where the real Santa arrives, steps into the village, and lights it with fireworks and festivities. Agenda and packet pickup details will be announced.

The Symphonic Band presents a festive holiday concert of classic seasonal favorites at the Val A. Browning Center in the Austad Auditorium. Enjoy a cheerful program that celebrates the spirit of the season with familiar melodies. Tickets are required for admission.

BYU Vocal Point and Noteworthy present a festive Christmas program at the Browning Center at WSU.

Bengt Washburn brings a stand-up set shaped by national TV spots, festival invitations, and acclaimed specials. A past winner of the San Francisco International Comedy Competition, he has appeared on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Live at Gotham, Comedy Central, and Conan on TBS. His festival credits include the Vancouver International Comedy Festival, The Boston Comedy Festival, the Aspen Laff Festival, and Gilda’s Laugh Fest in Grand Rapids, Michigan. His routines air weekly on XM Sirius radio, and he has also been heard on NPR, PRI, and Bob and Tom. He recently recorded a second Dry Bar Comedy special for the series’ fourth season, following Poking the Grizzly from its inaugural year. Known offstage for a bit of logistical ditziness, he delivers smart and widely relatable material, and outlets such as Monterey County Weekly have praised his comedy as exceptionally funny.