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Oct 15–Oct 31Mon–Fri 10 a.m.–8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Halloween 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
WitchFest at Gardner VillageFestivals · Gardner Village, West JordanEvent details ↗

November 2026

Friday, November 6

Nov 6–Jan 9Evenings; tickets include aquarium access until 9 p.m.
Aquarium Lantern FestivalFestivals · Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, Draper
Large illuminated lanterns, including a giant jellyfish and new designs, fill the aquarium's outdoor plaza. Tickets include evening access to the aquarium.
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Nov 6–Nov 8Time TBA
Moab Folk FestivalFestivals · Star Hall and Ballfield venues, Moab
The 24th annual folk music festival in Moab, with Rising Appalachia and Leftover Salmon on the 2026 lineup. The Star Hall and Ballfield venues are ticketed…
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Thursday, November 12

Nov 12–Nov 14Thu–Fri 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift ShowFestivals · Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
A large holiday shopping show with hundreds of vendors selling gifts, crafts, decor and specialty food. One wristband covers entry on all three days.
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Nov 12–Jan 9Evenings from 4 or 5 p.m., timed entry; closed Sundays, Dec. 24 and Dec. 25
Luminaria at Thanksgiving PointFestivals · Ashton Gardens, Thanksgiving Point, Lehi
A walking holiday light display through Ashton Gardens, with timed-entry tickets. It is open Monday through Saturday, and hours vary by date.
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Saturday, November 21

Nov 21–Dec 31Village shopping hours
Christmas in the Village at Gardner VillageFestivals · Gardner Village, West Jordan
Gardner Village's holiday season, with decorated shops and separately ticketed events such as a dinner show, a holiday escape room and a Santa Run.
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Wednesday, November 25

Nov 25–Dec 31Nightly 5–10 p.m.
Holiday Lights at Red Hills Desert GardenFestivals · Red Hills Desert Garden, St. GeorgeFree
Thousands of holiday lights and displays in St. George's desert garden. It is free and open to the public.
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Friday, November 27

Nov 27–Nov 29Fri 2–8 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Wheeler Farm Annual Holiday MarketFestivals · Wheeler Historic Farm, MurrayFree
A Thanksgiving weekend holiday market with local vendors at the county's historic farm. General admission is free.
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Saturday, November 28

Nov 28–Jan 1Lights 5–10 p.m. Sun–Thu; until midnight Fri–Sat
Ogden Christmas VillageFestivals · Ogden Municipal Gardens, OgdenFree
Ogden's free downtown holiday light display and village, with free visits with Santa through Dec. 23.
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December 2026

Wednesday, December 2

Dec 2–Dec 510 a.m.–9 p.m.
Southern Utah's Dickens' Christmas FestivalFestivals · Dixie Convention Center, St. George
A Victorian London–themed holiday craft fair with costumed vendors, strolling characters and Father Christmas.
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Dec 2–Dec 5Opens 11 a.m.
Christkindlmarkt SLCFestivals · This Is The Place Heritage Park, Salt Lake CityFree
A German-style Christmas market with vendors, food and holiday entertainment. Admission is free.
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Dec 2–Dec 5Time TBA
Festival of TreesFestivals · Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
Hundreds of decorated trees and holiday displays are shown and sold to benefit Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital. Tickets go on sale Nov. 1.
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Thursday, December 10

Dec 10–Dec 122–7 p.m.
ACE Holiday Art MarketFestivals · Our Lady of the Snows Center, AltaFree
A free holiday market of handmade gifts by local artists in Little Cottonwood Canyon.
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Friday, December 11

Dec 11–Dec 13Fri 5–9 p.m.; Sat–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Silly Holiday BazaarFestivals · Sheraton Park City, Park CityFree
An indoor holiday market from the organizers of the Park Silly Sunday Market. Entry is free.
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Saturday, December 12

Time TBA
Veteran Owned Business Holiday MarketFestivals · Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
A holiday market of veteran-owned businesses.
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Saturday, December 19

11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Southern Utah Market Christmas Pop-UpFestivals · Grafton Building, Washington County Legacy Park, Hurricane
A one-day holiday market of local small businesses selling handmade goods, food, gifts and toys.
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January 2027

Friday, January 8

Jan 8–Jan 10Time TBA
Salt Lake Home ShowFestivals · Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
A home improvement and remodeling show with exhibitors, demonstrations and expert speakers.
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Friday, January 15

Jan 15–Jan 18Time TBA
Utah International Auto ExpoFestivals · Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
Utah's annual new-car show, with current models from major manufacturers on display. Discounted tickets are sold online before the show.
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February 2027

Thursday, February 4

Feb 4–Feb 7Thu 2–9 p.m.; Fri noon–10 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Utah Boat Show & Watersports ExpoFestivals · Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
The 62nd annual boat show, with ski, wake, fishing, pontoon and other boats plus watersports gear and exhibitors.
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2–7 p.m.
Valentine's heART MarketFestivals · Our Lady of the Snows Center, Alta
A Valentine's-themed market of handmade work by local artists in Little Cottonwood Canyon.
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Thursday, February 11

Feb 11–Feb 14Time TBA
Western Hunting & Conservation ExpoFestivals · Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City
A large hunting and conservation expo with exhibitors, seminars and the drawing for Utah conservation hunting permits.
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Thursday, February 18

Feb 18–Feb 21Time TBA
Utah Sportsman's Vacation & RV ShowFestivals · Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
The 62nd annual show of RVs, trailers, outdoor gear and travel destinations.
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Friday, February 19

Feb 19–Feb 21Balloon launches about 7:30 a.m.
Kanab Balloons and Tunes RoundupFestivals · Kanab
About 40 hot air balloons launch over Kanab each morning, with a Saturday night balloon glow, live music and a vendor fair.
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March 2027

Thursday, March 11

Mar 11–Mar 13Time TBA
FanX Salt Lake Comic ConventionFestivals · Salt Palace Convention Center, Salt Lake City
Utah's largest pop-culture convention, with celebrity guests, panels, cosplay and an exhibitor hall. In 2027 FanX is holding two smaller conventions, one in March…
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Friday, March 12

Mar 12–Mar 14Fri noon–10 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Salt Lake Home + Garden ShowFestivals · Mountain America Expo Center, Sandy
A spring home and garden show with landscaping displays, remodeling exhibitors and speakers.
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Thursday, March 25

Mar 25–Mar 27Time TBA
St. George Art FestivalFestivals · Historic Town Square, St. GeorgeFree
A juried Easter-weekend art festival with nearly 200 artists, three entertainment stages, a children's area, evening concerts and food vendors. Admission is free.
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April 2027

Friday, April 30

Apr 30–May 2Fri noon–7 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Salt Lake Home ExpoFestivals · Mountain America Expo Center, SandyFree
A free spring home improvement expo with local contractors and home-product exhibitors.
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June 2027

Thursday, June 24

Jun 24–Jun 27Time TBA
Utah Arts FestivalFestivals · Library Square, Salt Lake City
The 51st annual multidisciplinary outdoor arts festival, with an artist marketplace, performances, film and food in downtown Salt Lake City. The dates come from the…
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Visit Utah EventsUtah Office of Tourism's statewide calendar of festivals, holiday events and seasonal happenings.
Utah Public Notice WebsiteOfficial state site where every public body in Utah posts meeting notices and agendas.
Utah Legislature Significant Session DatesKey deadlines and dates for the 2027 General Session, from bill-request deadlines to the governor's veto deadline.
Utah Legislature 2026 Interim ScheduleInterim committee meeting days for 2026.
Utah State Capitol EventsCapitol Preservation Board calendar of government and public events at the State Capitol.
Utah Elections (vote.utah.gov)Lieutenant Governor's Office election dates, deadlines and results.
Salt Lake City Events CalendarCity-run calendar of public meetings, park events and community programs.
Salt Lake County Events CalendarCounty calendar including parks and recreation events and ZAP-funded arts events.
Downtown SLC AllianceDowntown Salt Lake City events, markets and weekly 'This Week Downtown' roundups.
Salt Lake Chamber EventsBusiness events, including the annual Utah Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit.
Utah Division of Arts & MuseumsState arts division exhibitions, folk arts and arts events.
Utah Historical Society EventsUtah Historical Society and State History events calendar.
Utah Symphony | Utah Opera ScheduleConcert and opera schedule for Abravanel Hall, the Capitol Theatre and regional venues.
Ballet West EventsBallet West season, including The Nutcracker.
Utah State Parks Monthly EventsRanger programs, star parties, hikes and seasonal events at Utah state parks.
Ski UtahResort updates and opening information for Utah ski areas.
UHSAA CalendarUtah High School Activities Association calendar of state tournaments and championships.
UHSAA FootballHigh school football playoffs and state championship dates and sites.
UHSAA Boys Basketball2026-27 boys basketball state championship dates and sites.
Utah Utes AthleticsUniversity of Utah football, basketball and other schedules.
BYU Cougars AthleticsBYU football, basketball and other schedules.
Utah State Aggies AthleticsUtah State football, basketball and other schedules.
Utah Jazz ScheduleUtah Jazz 2026-27 NBA schedule.
Utah Mammoth ScheduleUtah Mammoth 2026-27 NHL schedule.
Real Salt Lake ScheduleReal Salt Lake MLS schedule; the 2026 regular season ends Nov. 7.
BLS Release Calendar 2026Federal release dates for the jobs report, CPI, and state and metro employment.
BLS Release Calendar 20272027 BLS release dates; state and metro employment dates for early 2027 are not yet posted.
BLS State Employment and UnemploymentMonthly state jobs and unemployment release, including Utah.
Utah DWS Press Releases / Employment SummaryUtah Department of Workforce Services' monthly Utah Employment Summary. It usually comes out around the BLS state release, but the department posts no advance schedule.
BEA Release ScheduleBureau of Economic Analysis release dates for GDP, personal income, and state GDP and personal income.
Kem C. Gardner Policy InstituteUniversity of Utah research on Utah's economy, population and housing; publishes the annual Economic Report to the Governor.
Economic Report to the GovernorAnnual Utah economic outlook, presented in past years at the Salt Lake Chamber's economic summit.
FOMC Meeting CalendarFederal Reserve rate-setting meeting dates for 2026-2027.
Governor's Office of Planning and BudgetState budget process, consensus revenue estimates and the governor's budget recommendation.

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