20 Things to Do in Salt Lake City This Week · July 16–19, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Twilight Concert Series: Freddie Gibbs

Hip-hop artist Freddie Gibbs headlines the beloved free outdoor Twilight Concert Series at the Gallivan Center.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · The Gallivan Center

Rachel Scanlon at Wiseguys

Comedian Rachel Scanlon takes the Wiseguys Showroom stage for a weekend of stand-up comedy at The Gateway.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · Wiseguys Comedy Club – The Gateway, Salt Lake City

The 90s vs Y2K Bar Crawl

A themed bar crawl through SLC pitting '90s nostalgia against Y2K flair, starting at Shades on State.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 4:00 PM · Shades on State

Selenabration

A Selena tribute night at Drift Lounge celebrating the Queen of Tejano with music, dancing, and themed cocktails.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 9:00 PM · Drift Lounge at Woodbine

idobi Radio Summer School w/ Honey Revenge & more

Honey Revenge and other acts take the stage at The Depot for idobi Radio's summer showcase tour stop.

Monday, July 20, 2026 · The Depot, Salt Lake City

Festivals & Special Events

Smutty Girls Go Wild: Bookish Market

A girls' night out bookish market celebrating dark romance, romantasy, and smutty reads with local vendors, authors, and activities.

Friday, July 17, 2026 6:00 PM–10:00 PM · West Valley Performing Arts Center

Wild West Rodeo & Jaripeo featuring Baby Bash

A full day of rodeo action, live music from Baby Bash, food trucks, custom rides, and cultural entertainment at Smith's Ballpark.

Sunday, July 26, 2026 1:00 PM · Smith's Ballpark, 77 W 1300 S

Arts & Culture

blip — Roland Thompson Opening Reception at 'A' Gallery

Opening reception for Roland Thompson's series of custom-cut 3D wall works blurring painting and sculpture, inspired by pop art and arcade culture.

Friday, July 17, 2026 6:00 PM–9:00 PM · 'A' Gallery, Salt Lake City

Lizzie Windsor & Brenna Cooper & Jeremiah Parkin | Bianca Velasquez – Opening at Finch Lane Gallery

New exhibitions open at Finch Lane Gallery featuring works by Lizzie Windsor, Brenna Cooper, Jeremiah Parkin, and Bianca Velasquez through September 4.

Monday, July 27, 2026 · Finch Lane Gallery, 54 Finch Lane, Salt Lake City

Family-Friendly

Third Saturday for Families: Word Art

Families get creative with word art at this free drop-in afternoon program at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 1:00 PM–4:00 PM · Utah Museum of Fine Arts

HawkWatch: Birds in the Lab! – July 2026

Observe live raptors from HawkWatch and learn about local bird conservation efforts in Utah at NHMU's Dry Caves Lab.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 12:00 PM–2:00 PM · Natural History Museum of Utah – Dry Caves Lab

Food & Drink

Downtown SLC Farmers Market

SLC's beloved Saturday farmers market at Pioneer Park brings together local farmers, ranchers, artists, and a beer garden from Level Crossing Brewing opening at 10 AM.

Saturday, July 18, 2026 8:00 AM · Pioneer Park, Downtown Salt Lake City

Perspectives Over Pints: Chapter VI

A community conversation event pairing thoughtful perspectives with craft pints at Fisher Brewing Company.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 7:00 PM · Fisher Brewing Company

Outdoors & Active

Pie & (root)Beer Run with Brooks & Altra

Demo new running shoes from Altra and Brooks, then celebrate the Pioneer Day holiday with pie, ice cream, and root beer after the run.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 6:00 PM · Salt Lake Running Company

UMFA in the Wild: Leather Bracelets at Wasatch Mountain

The Utah Museum of Fine Arts takes art outdoors with a leather bracelet-making workshop in the mountains.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 11:00 AM–1:00 PM · Wasatch Mountain

Date Night

Elegance Twilight: A White Linen Party on the Rooftop

A dressed-up white linen rooftop party at HAVN SLX for a sophisticated evening of drinks and skyline views.

Saturday, July 25, 2026 8:00 PM · HAVN SLX

Sports

World Climbing Pan America Series Salt Lake City 2026

Elite climbers compete in the World Climbing Pan America Series at a Salt Lake City venue — a rare international competition in town.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · 504 W 300 S, Salt Lake City

Free Events

Steppin' on Main

A free outdoor dance event on Main Street in Downtown SLC presented by The Blocks Arts District.

Friday, July 17, 2026 · Main Street, Downtown Salt Lake City

Art Garten: Brother Chunky

Free live music from Brother Chunky at Art Garten in Downtown SLC, paired with food trucks and good vibes.

Friday, July 17, 2026 5:00 PM–8:00 PM · Art Garten, Downtown SLC

Meditation & Art Class with Zen Art Community

A weekly free-first-class meditation and art session every Wednesday evening in Downtown SLC — all skill levels welcome.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 6:30 PM–8:30 PM · 230 S 500 W, Downtown SLC