15 Things to Do in Salt Lake City This Week · October 15–18, 2026

Festivals & Special Events

Garden After Dark at Red Butte Garden

Stroll illuminated pathways with twinkling lights and vibrant displays as the Garden transforms into a fall wonderland.

October 15-30, 2026 · Red Butte Garden, Salt Lake City

Smutty Girls Go Spooky: Bookish Market

A spooky bookish market with bags, book covers, wallets and custom work, plus a bring-your-own-book bedazzle activity.

Sunday, October 18, 2026 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM · The Hearth, 1186 S. Main St., SLC

Oddlake Curiosities Flea Market

A monthly curiosities flea market featuring oddities and Halloween finds from local artists.

Saturday, October 24, 2026 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Music & Nightlife

Jessica Kirson

Stand-up comedian Jessica Kirson headlines the Showroom at The Gateway.

Friday, October 16, 2026 · The Gateway, Showroom

Michael Franti Trio - Heartstrings & Dynamite

Michael Franti brings his trio format to The Depot for an intimate, high-energy night of music.

Sunday, October 18, 2026 · The Depot, Salt Lake City

Arts & Culture

Iranian Cinema Night: Where Is the Friend's House?

A film screening night showcasing Iranian cinema with Where Is the Friend's House?

Friday, October 16, 2026 · Sorenson City Center

Stephen Lynch: The Me Tour

Stephen Lynch brings his The Me Tour to The Depot.

Thursday, October 22, 2026 · The Depot, Salt Lake City

Little Shop of Horrors

Pioneer Theatre Company stages the musical Little Shop of Horrors for a limited run.

Friday, October 23, 2026 - Saturday, November 7, 2026 · Pioneer Theatre Company, 300 S 1400 E, SLC

Salt 18 Public Opening

Public opening night for the salt 18 exhibition at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts.

Friday, October 23, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM · Utah Museum of Fine Arts

Family-Friendly

Fun Science Friday: Cultural Astronomy

A Friday science program at Clark Planetarium exploring cultural astronomy.

Friday, October 16, 2026 · Clark Planetarium

Spooky Science Night 10/21

A family-friendly evening at the museum where costumes are encouraged.

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM · Natural History Museum of Utah, 301 Wakara Way

Outdoors & Active

Sugar & Spice Saucony Demo Run

A fall-themed group run around Sugarhouse Park with Saucony Endorphin shoes, followed by fall treats, cider and raffle prizes.

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 5:30 PM · Sugarhouse Park

3rd Annual LPER 12-Hour Relay

A 12-hour relay race for teams of 2, 3 or 4; sign-up prices increase soon.

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Food & Drink

In-person class: Classic Handmade Pasta (Salt Lake City)

A hands-on in-person class where you learn to make classic handmade pasta.

Saturday, October 24, 2026 5:00 PM · AC Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown

Date Night

Comedy Hypnosis w John Moyer

An evening of comedy hypnosis with John Moyer, a fun shared night out at Jordan Landing.

Friday, October 23, 2026 · Wiseguys Comedy Club, Jordan Landing, West Jordan