This weekend in Salt Lake City, UT

BugFest is Utah’s big celebration of insects, bringing together experts and enthusiasts for a full weekend of discovery. Expect expert talks, up-close specimen displays, hands-on workshops that mix art and science, and family-friendly activities like crafts and face painting. There will also be the famous Bug Bar with unique treats, and the whole festival is included with museum admission.

Registration is open for the ninth annual Elephant Rock Trail Races at Mueller Park in Bountiful, Utah. Choose from a 50K, a full trail marathon, a half marathon, or a 7-mile course. The routes feature big climbs, technical trails, and wide-open views.

This men's and women's two-on-two volleyball tournament at SandBar SLC features multiple divisions. Options include Open as well as AA, A, BB, and B, with registration available for each.

A welcoming community gathering focused on reducing childhood hunger. Thousands of students rely on school meals during the week, then face food insecurity on weekends. To help bridge that gap, this event will assemble 6,000 Pantry Packs filled with simple, nutritious foods so children can return to class ready to learn. Attendees can volunteer on the packing line or enjoy the festivities, including appearances by local businesses and partners, games and activities for families, face painting, popcorn and other refreshments, food trucks, community resource booths, and live radio broadcasts. Presented in partnership with Young Automotive Group and the Bountiful Community Food Pantry, together with generous sponsors, volunteers, and community organizations. Admission is free, and all are welcome to take part in a day that supports local kids throughout the school year.

Beginner drytooling session for those looking to step into ice climbing. A skilled instructor guides participants through essential techniques and core skills. Offered monthly, this class helps newcomers build a solid foundation.

A whimsical tea party hosted by Rapunzel brings beloved princess friends Ariel, Belle, Cinderella, and Princess Aurora together for a celebratory gathering filled with dancing, sweet treats, creative crafts, and story time. Guests can look forward to special moments with the princesses and an uplifting theme that inspires everyone to chase their dreams. Tea party attire is welcomed. This event is designed for fans of all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire event, and adult companions are not required to have a ticket. Two sessions are available.

CHILL ACT Salt Lake City, which stands for Children’s Health, Inclusion, Learning, Leadership, brings families, trusted providers, educators, therapists, nonprofits, and community organizations together at the Salt Palace Convention Center. This neurodiversity and kids activity expo highlights connections to ABA and therapy providers, pediatric healthcare and educational resources, enrichment and STEM programs, and advocacy organizations, along with interactive, family friendly experiences. It is designed to offer practical answers, meaningful connections, and accessible support for those navigating autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and learning differences. Entry is free for families.

Begin your duo aerial journey in a class designed for safe, steady progress and strong fundamentals. Sessions build core, grip, and shoulder strength along with full-body endurance and flexibility, while you learn timing and connection with a partner. Expect guidance on fundamental climbs, entry-level tricks, and short combinations. Previous aerial experience is required, and completing an Intro to Aerials class beforehand is recommended. You do not need to arrive with a dedicated partner.

Fear Factory is holding a casting call with interviews to fill roles across the production. Openings cover front-of-house positions like safety and security, guest services, ticketing staff, bartending, bus driving roles, and retail team members, as well as behind-the-scenes performance opportunities for scare performers and lead performers. The search is geared toward bold personalities who can bring intense thrills while supporting smooth operations. Attendees can audition and interview for available positions during this hiring session.

Connect with Pokémon TCG fans to trade cards and take part in a free tournament with opportunities to win prizes. Participants may receive Pokémon League packs when they are in stock. Children 12 and under must have a parent or guardian to participate.

Utah Film Center’s Tumbleweeds Year-Round Summer Series returns with free screenings that spark imagination and highlight stories about kids, for kids and the adults who love them. The lineup includes The Last Whale Singer, an ocean adventure about courage, friendship, and finding your voice. Space Cadet presents a storybook-inspired journey through space and connection. Jippie No More! shares a joyful coming-of-age tale filled with heart, humor, and memorable dance moves. All screenings take place at Utah Film Center, featuring big adventures, bold stories, and characters to remember.

A chance for Gundum card game fans to connect and help build a community. With official products and organized play yet to arrive, the focus is simply on playing the game together.

A variety of activities are set at Salt Lake Eagles. An attendant at the entrance checks IDs and memberships and provides wristbands. Bartender and hostess Kymberley Miller Massé oversees the front bar, and the kitchen will be open with Maelei Johnson. In the back parking lot, the Infinity Performance Car Club holds a meet that includes prize drawings. Founders Alfonzo Collazo and Justin Burns will be available for information, with Harmonie Collazo as an additional contact. SnowySips801 will be on site. Karaoke is featured in the front hall with DJ Father Body and his KJs.

Competitive duelists can test their skills in an advanced Yu-Gi-Oh tournament featuring four rounds with pack-per-win rewards. The entry fee is $8, and every participant receives an OTS pack upon entry. Win rounds to earn additional packs and see how far your strategy can take you across all four rounds.

The One Piece trading card game community meets at Game Haven for weekly free play. Participants can receive promo packs that include exclusive collectible promo cards.

311 and Dirty Heads share the stage for a concert at Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre in Salt Lake City. The event brings both artists together for live performances in a single show.

Bountiful Summerfest offers a pleasant park setting with lively jigs and reels. Admission is free.

A soundbath meditation centered on the 8:8 portal invites a focus on abundance, personal power, and intentional manifestation. Guided by Shaman Laura in collaboration with Energy Healing Masters and Sound Healing Masters, the session supports activating prosperity, building inner confidence, aligning with new opportunities, and releasing blocks to receiving. The experience features a rich blend of instruments including gongs, drums, crystal singing bowls, flute, ocean drums, handpan, flow chimes, and more to encourage balance and clarity. Hosted at the Utah Energy Healing Center, the gathering is $33 per person and space is limited. Attendees are asked to bring a small towel for the eyes, a yoga mat, a blanket, a pillow, and a pen with a notebook. Please remove shoes upon entry, keep phones on silent, and bring only what is necessary. Photos and videos may be taken for sharing highlights of the experience, and attendance signifies consent to appear. A cancellation policy is available from the organizer.

Canticum Lucis presents a summer program at All Saints Episcopal Church in Salt Lake City that celebrates wonder, mystery, humor, and the beauty of the natural world. The concert reflects on how landscapes, a sense of place, and human experience can speak on behalf of the earth, featuring works by Thomas Morley, Ēriks Ešenvalds, Eric Whitacre, Johannes Brahms, Dan Forrest, Mark Sirett, and others. The result is a wide-ranging musical journey filled with vivid contrasts, color, and expressive nuance.

This event welcomes guests of every age. Please note that the supporting lineup may change without notice.

Tomahawk brings a 2026 U.S. tour stop to The Union. This appearance offers a chance to experience the act on stage at the venue.

Catch Primrose, along with Upon Your Dead Body and Primrose, live at Kilby Court in Salt Lake City. The show starts at 7:00 PM.

Honoring the 8/8 Lion’s Gate Portal as a potent energetic doorway linked with courage, radiance, abundance, spiritual insight, and heart led transformation, this gathering offers a gentle space to pause, listen within, and remember the light carried inside. Rooted in the spirit of Leo season and the symbolism of Sirius, the evening centers on grounding, intention, Yoga Nidra, and soothing sound in a supportive community setting. Participants settle in slowly to calm the nervous system, reconnect with the body, and plant soft intentions for what is ready to open, soften, or awaken. Dawn then guides a 30 minute Yoga Nidra, a reclined, fully supported meditation that invites deep physical rest while the mind rests in the threshold between waking and dreaming where insight and healing may arise. Eben and Dawn follow with a 45 minute sound bath that encourages deeper rest, integration, and spaciousness, inviting attendees to simply receive and be held by breath, body, sound, and stillness. Expect a grounding opening circle with intention setting, a guided Yoga Nidra, and a soothing sound bath, all experienced in a restful, reclined format supported by mats, blankets, bolsters, and props. This offering welcomes anyone seeking a sacred pause, renewal, clarity, or deep rest, and no prior experience with Yoga Nidra, meditation, or sound baths is required. Investment: $24.

Utah Film Center’s Summer Outdoor Film Series brings music-filled favorites to Pioneer Park in Salt Lake City, presented in partnership with The Blocks. This screening features Little Shop of Horrors, a cult horror-comedy musical about a flower shop worker and an unusual plant that develops a craving for human blood. Snacks will be available for purchase from Sweet Hazel & Co. Seating is first come, first served on the grass, and blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. Leashed dogs are permitted.

At Veterans Memorial Park, the Team Hope Walk brings people together for a day centered on hope, community, and purpose. Opportunities include registering to walk, starting a team, or donating, and every step supports the shared goal of a world free of Huntington’s disease.

Craft Lake City and the University of Utah Division of Games introduce the Indie Mountain West Showcase at the 18th Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival Presented By Harmons, spotlighting original games from 12 independent developers, hobbyists, and students across the Intermountain West. At the Utah State Fairpark, attendees can meet the creators, try projects that span from early prototypes to polished releases, and cast a vote for a favorite among the finalists. All twelve selected games are playable, with opportunities to connect with local game developers, and the program includes the inaugural Indie Mountain West Awards. The showcase is located inside the STEM Building alongside the Google Fiber STEM Experience and is included with DIY Festival admission.

Start the morning with a free, all-levels mat Pilates class at Donner Park. This outdoor session blends energizing movement with an uplifting vibe, welcoming both first-timers and regular practitioners. No registration is required. Bring a mat, enjoy the open air, and flow through a revitalizing practice.

Game Night Live Trivia brings a playful twist to RoHa Brewing Project with free-to-play competitions that welcome everyone, no trivia mastery required. Enjoy two games made up of three rounds each, all inspired by popular game shows. Instead of basic question and answer formats, look for word jumbles, picture rounds, and other surprises, with opportunities to win prizes.

Enjoy an evening of artistic collaboration and open mic in the small chapel at First Baptist Church of Salt Lake City. The gathering begins with time to meet the mentors, connect with other local artists, and learn about the programs. It then moves into an open mic for sharing creative work.