This weekend in Utah County, UT

The Utah Speed Puzzling Championship takes place at Boardwalk Puzzles HQ, featuring competitive jigsaw puzzling across several formats. Participants can compete on their own, pair up with a partner, or assemble a four-person team. New options add variety with a Pairs Relay and a Puzzle Pyramid event. The experience also emphasizes community, with chances to connect with fellow enthusiasts, puzzle alongside seasoned competitors, and pick up complimentary puzzles. Prizes celebrate standout performances in every division. The top three finishers in each division receive gift certificates or free puzzles, along with custom wooden puzzle piece trophies featuring laser etching. Ticketing is per person for all formats, and each ticket secures one spot in the selected contest. For pairs and teams, every participant purchases their own ticket, and registration is finalized once payment is received. An early-bird discount is available before prices rise, and orders that include at least $100 in contest tickets within a single checkout can qualify for a free championship T-shirt when the shirt is added to the cart and the coupon code 26FREETEE is applied. Championship FAQs and rules are provided by the organizer.

Jam Wizard appears at the Provo Farmers Market with a special discount for shoppers. Take 10 percent off every jar, equal to one dollar off each, by showing that you follow Jam Wizard on Facebook or another social platform at the booth. The booth is located near the food trucks on the north corner in booths 168, 169, and 172.

This free seminar for women focuses on practical self-defense and personal safety. It covers legal considerations related to defending yourself, strategies to build awareness and prevent problems, techniques for handling grabs and holds, and ways to escape from both standing and ground situations, with additional material included.

Young storytellers in Utah County can take part in a two-round showcase created for children in grades 3 through 6. The first round is held at two locations, with Westfield students presenting at their school and all other participants sharing their stories at the Alpine Library. Family and friends are welcome to attend and support the presenters. One finalist from each grade level at both locations will be selected to advance. Finalists receive a swag bag and present at the final showcase, where first and second place winners will be chosen. Students need to sign up to participate.

Creator’s Collective Lindon Halloween Market gathers more than 50 vendors, highlighting local small businesses, artists, makers, and curators in a festive celebration of the spooky season. Costumes are encouraged, and children can trick or treat at vendor booths. Costumed characters from Castle of Chaos will be available for photos, and a discounted admission offer is tied to the photo opportunity. Explore Halloween themed finds alongside food trucks, fine line tattoos, hollow needle piercings, sweet treats, permanent jewelry, a custom charm and hat bar, home goods, clothing and accessories, self care products, jewelry, art, children’s items, pet goods, crochet, 3D prints, pottery, and more. The first 50 shoppers receive themed goodie bags filled with complimentary gifts and coupons for use at vendor booths, and giveaways run throughout the day with prizes from participating vendors. Admission is free. The market takes place indoors, and only service animals are permitted inside the building.

A meet and greet for LGBTQIA+ community members in Utah County takes place at the Mystic Frog. It offers an open, religion-free setting focused on connection and community building. There is no expectation of any witchcraft involvement, and the emphasis is on sharing pride and strengthening local bonds.

Archery practice with the Shire of Arrow’s Flight takes place in the scenic setting of Hobble Creek Canyon. Participants of any experience level can learn new skills, get in some range time, and enjoy a friendly community atmosphere. Loaner bows and arrows are available for those trying it out, and spectators are welcome to watch. The field sits just beyond Jolley’s Ranch, marked by a yellow banner featuring three purple arrows to guide the way.

Haven Ranch Sanctuary hosts a Halloween themed paint night that blends creative fun with time among rescued goats. Participants choose a handmade concrete statue to paint, and all supplies are provided. A zero proof drink bar serves spooky, seasonal sips throughout the evening. A suspenseful key challenge adds to the festivities. Each ticket holder receives a key for a locked chest brimming with prizes, but only one key opens it and the person who holds it takes home the entire trove. This experience runs on two nights with 30 spots available each evening. Tickets are $30 per person, and every purchase helps care for more than 350 animals at this volunteer run sanctuary.

An open-floor dance journey invites you to tune into your body and move intuitively to music from DJ 3mifa. The experience begins with XenQiYoga led by Xen Bliss, a blend of QiGong and yoga. An opening circle sets the tone before the main Ecstatic Dance session, and everything concludes with a closing circle and sound. The atmosphere is substance free and family free. Admission is $20 when paid online in advance or $25 at the door.

Petty Fever, an award-winning tribute to Tom Petty, brings a live concert to Covey Center for the Arts in Provo. The bill also features Steve Lundquist and The Happy Enchiladas performing a tribute to John Prine. Together they present a program focused on the songs and spirit of two influential artists.