The best things to do in Roy

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Back Nine Golf keeps your swing sharp with Full Swing simulators that read ball speed, launch angle and more so practice turns into…

5404 Freeway Park Dr (Riverdale)

Back Nine Golf keeps your swing sharp with Full Swing simulators that read ball speed, launch angle and more so practice turns into progress. Grab friends for a tee time, jump into a league, or book lessons with Coach Devaki Ganesh for supportive, data driven improvement, no weather excuses.

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Golf course with elevation changes, smooth greens, and challenging hole complexes.

2501 E Gentile St (Layton)

Golf course with elevation changes, smooth greens, and challenging hole complexes.

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A large waterslide, lazy river, splash pad, two diving boards, and beach front make North Shore Aquatic Center the easy choice this week…

2480 N 200 E (Ogden)

A large waterslide, lazy river, splash pad, two diving boards, and beach front make North Shore Aquatic Center the easy choice this week when Ogden turns to toast. Grab lap time or swimming lessons, soak in Ben Lomond views, then declare victory because, honestly, Summer Lives Here.

From the Ogden newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Mulligan's Golf

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Whether you're sneaking in a quick nine or just need to stripe a bucket after work, Mulligan's Golf delivers with a nine-hole course, a…

1690 W 400 N (Ogden)

Whether you're sneaking in a quick nine or just need to stripe a bucket after work, Mulligan's Golf delivers with a nine-hole course, a heated driving range, mini-golf for the kids, plus clinics and individualized instruction when your slice starts acting like a boomerang.

From the Ogden newsletter, August 17, 2026

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With over a century of tradition and modern perks, Ogden Golf & Country Club serves up a beautifully kept course, strong practice setup,…

4197 Washington Blvd (Ogden)

With over a century of tradition and modern perks, Ogden Golf & Country Club serves up a beautifully kept course, strong practice setup, tennis, pool days, solid dining and an indoor simulator for weatherproof reps. Bonus, it’s now hosting the Korn Ferry Tour’s Utah Championship, so the bar’s set high.

From the Layton newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Cinemark

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

3651 Wall Ave (Ogden)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Challenging golf course set amid views of the mountains.

305 W Pleasant View Dr (Ogden)

Challenging golf course set amid views of the mountains.

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

720 W. Ring Road, Layton Hills Pkwy Mall (Layton)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Boondocks Food and Fun - Kaysville has everything for a quick mood upgrade, from go-karts and mini golf to laser tag, bumper boats,…

525 Deseret Dr (Kaysville)

Boondocks Food and Fun - Kaysville has everything for a quick mood upgrade, from go-karts and mini golf to laser tag, bumper boats, bowling, an arcade, and a ropes course. Grab a friend or the whole crew, settle a rivalry, and let someone else tire the kids out.

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Toad's Fun Zone

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Toad's Fun Zone hooks the whole crew with go-kart races, mini golf, laser tag, batting cages, and an old-school arcade... then surprises…

1690 W 400 N (Ogden)

Toad's Fun Zone hooks the whole crew with go-kart races, mini golf, laser tag, batting cages, and an old-school arcade... then surprises you with Mulligans Creekside Golf Center’s nine-hole course and heated driving range with clinics and instruction. Easy weeknight pick when you need laughs without overplanning.

From the Layton newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Cinema 502

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Tiny 28-seat movie theater with old-school vibe showing independent, foreign & documentary flicks.

158 25th St (Ogden)

Tiny 28-seat movie theater with old-school vibe showing independent, foreign & documentary flicks.

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Mt. Ogden Golf Course delivers a hilly layout with real variety, so club selection actually matters. Elevation changes keep you honest, the…

1787 Constitution Way (Ogden)

Mt. Ogden Golf Course delivers a hilly layout with real variety, so club selection actually matters. Elevation changes keep you honest, the scenery keeps you calm, and snagging a tee time online means you’re one good swing from a stellar local round this week.

From the Layton newsletter, August 22, 2026

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El Monte Golf Course is your easygoing 9-hole loop when you want a quick after-work round with legit canyon and mountain views this week.…

1300 Valley Dr (Ogden)

El Monte Golf Course is your easygoing 9-hole loop when you want a quick after-work round with legit canyon and mountain views this week. Grab a buddy, walk it, work on wedges and putts, then brag about the birdie you definitely meant to make, because this is classic Ogden golf with zero fuss.

From the Ogden newsletter, August 26, 2026

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Whether you're craving fresh blockbusters this week or just the best-tasting popcorn in Utah, Walker Cinemas North Ogden keeps it classic…

1610 N Washington Blvd (Ogden)

Whether you're craving fresh blockbusters this week or just the best-tasting popcorn in Utah, Walker Cinemas North Ogden keeps it classic with an old-school vibe and family-friendly prices. Make it your easy, no-fuss movie night spot when you want the big screen without the big scene.

From the Ogden newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Eighteen-hole themed golf course featuring medieval and fantasy elements.

1325 S Main St (Kaysville)

Eighteen-hole themed golf course featuring medieval and fantasy elements.

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Wicked

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Wicked rockets you up a 110-foot tower, launching near 41 mph before hitting 55 as it dives through steep valleys, high-banked turns, a…

10 Lagoon Amusement Park (Farmington)

Wicked rockets you up a 110-foot tower, launching near 41 mph before hitting 55 as it dives through steep valleys, high-banked turns, a half-pipe and a heart-roll inversion. The upper body freedom and surprise airtime make it the perfect quick jolt when Layton life needs a little yeehaw.

From the Layton newsletter, August 17, 2026

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