Utah Humanities Inaugural Horror Day
Part of the 28th Utah Humanities Book Festival

Join us for a day dedicated to horror writing, featuring panels, discussions, and keynote talks from two of today’s leading voices in horror fiction: Philip Fracassi and Stephen Graham Jones.

This free event is open to the public, but we kindly ask that you RSVP to help us plan.

Please note: This is an adult event.

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Join PBS Utah and Avanza 88.3 and discover how Latin music brings us together. Enjoy a vibrant short film, hands on activities, and a lively panel discussion exploring how rhythm and culture build community and amplify every voice. Free, fun, and open to all. Come connect through music!

Seating is limited, please RSVP to Jessica Rasekhi at  jrasekhi@pbsutah.org  by October 13th.

This event is part of the Shared Stories Series in partnership with PBS Utah.

Free Event

Experience Indigenous culture through music, dance, and storytelling in WorldStage: A Native American Legacy in Motion, presented by the Utah Cultural Celebration Center.

In honor of Indigenous Peoples Day, join us for a one-night-only performance that celebrates the living traditions of Native American culture. A Native American Legacy in Motion brings together music, dance, and storytelling to highlight the resilience, creativity, and heritage of Indigenous communities. This unique evening experience honors the past while showcasing the beauty and vitality of traditions that continue to thrive today.

Audiences of all ages are invited to witness powerful performances that connect generations and share the richness of Indigenous artistry. It is more than a performance. It is a celebration of history, identity, and community created to inspire and uplift.

FREE EVENT

Columbus Community Center is bringing AutCon™, a convention for adults (18 and older) on the autism spectrum, to West Valley City.

Founded in 2018 by ScenicView Academy, AutCon™ celebrates autistic culture, offering a supportive space for connection, resources, and tailored experiences.

The event will reach over 400 participants along the Wasatch Front, featuring renowned speakers, workshops, and community partnerships and serving as a key resource for Utah’s neurodivergent community.

If you have any connection to autism, you’re likely aware of the limited resources available, particularly for adults. AutCon™ was established to address this gap by offering a one-of-a-kind convention experience tailored for adults on the autism spectrum.

Find out more information at: https://www.columbusserves.org/autcon-2025-2/

Use promo code: WVCLUV for a free ticket

As part of the 28th Utah Humanities Book Festival, join THE NOMAD Literary Magazine for a reading by outstanding regional and local authors, including Utah Poet Laureate Lisa Bickmore and NOMAD co-founder Ken Waldman, Alaska’s fiddling poet.

Event Information: https://www.instagram.com/p/DOjD_k7kceO/

FREE EVENT

Join us riverside at Pioneer Crossing Regional Park where Nels Anderson of Drum Utah will lead an exploration of rhythm through drums and world percussion.

Benches and drums will be provided. Two drum circles will be presented, one starting at 6:00pm and one starting at 7:00pm.

Celebrate art, music, and community. Explore the Plein Air Riverfest showcase and sale, then enjoy Salty Jams: A Community Concert for the Great Salt Lake with live music, dance, food trucks, and more. Free community event!

Artists are invited to drop off their framed Plein Air Riverfest pieces between 10 am and 2 pm. If you’re unable to come during that window, please contact us to arrange an appointment. All works should be ready to hang upon delivery.

Artists are invited to drop off their framed Plein Air Riverfest pieces between 10 am and 2 pm. If you’re unable to come during that window, please contact us to arrange an appointment. All works should be ready to hang upon delivery.

PBS Utah presents From Dust to Action: A Community Conversation on September 9, 6–8 PM at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center. Join experts and community members to explore the health risks of toxic dust from the Great Salt Lake and solutions for a healthier future.

The Utah Calligraphic Artists is an organization dedicated to the promotion and execution of fine hand lettering. They have been going strong since 1979 and welcome new members. They hope to inspire anyone who may be interested in discovering what’s possible in the world of calligraphy.

The Mary Meigs Atwater Weavers Guild is proud to sponsor the 28th Biannual Fiber Exhibition.  For 56 years, fiber artists come together to celebrate their works of love. The guild welcomes artists from around the state to share all mediums of their craft.  It is a chance to showcase their best work and share with the community a love of all things fiber.

Enjoy an evening of reggae with Utah-based artist Richie V7 at WorldStage! Blending island-inspired beats with dancehall and Polynesian rhythms, Richie V7 brings high energy and cultural flair to this family-friendly concert experience.

Join Modern Gardener host Cynthia Stringham and Utah State University's Amanda Barth for a look at the beneficial insects living in your garden. Participate in fun bug crafts for the whole family, get expert advice and take home some native seeds to plant and attract more beneficial bugs!

Seating is limited, please RSVP to Jessica Rasekhi jrasekhi@pbsutah.org by Monday, August 4th.

Malialole (Mah-lee-yah-loh-lay) is a Polynesian Music, Dance and Arts school, ensemble, and entertainment group. Malialole’s mission is to perpetuate the Polynesian culture through song and dance while promoting cultural awareness of all Pacific Island People sharing stories of the past and present. It is the goal of Malialole to teach, build and connect the youth with the beautiful Polynesian culture and tradition of respect and love.

This concert will take place on our festival grounds. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket.

WorldStage! presents Bailando con el Corazón.

A vibrant celebration of Latin American dance and culture at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center.

Enjoy live performances from Danza y Color Utah, Grupo Folklórico Sapichu, Mi Viejo San Simón Utah, Herencia Latina, Ballet Folklórico by Efraín Villalobos, and Viva Chile Utah.

Holiday Closure Notice: In celebration of Pioneer Day, the Utah Cultural Celebration Center will be closed on July 24.

Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday!

The Face of Utah Sculpture is an engaging exhibit featuring both well-known and emerging Utah sculptors, showcasing both traditional and contemporary sculpture in a variety of techniques, styles, mediums, and forms. Now in its 21st year, The Face of Utah Sculpture provides Utah artists with a truly unique forum to present Utah culture through sculptural form.

Dynamic Duo Ric and Marcee Blackerby have over 60 collective years of artistic service captivating Salt Lake Valley audiences with their artworks that both transform and mesmerize.  The Horse They Rode in on is a retrospective of their work from their early days in traditional oil paintings and figurative studies to contemporary fiber art and found object assemblages.

Holiday Closure Notice: In celebration of Independence Day, the Utah Cultural Celebration Center will be closed on July 4th and the surrounding weekend. We’ll resume regular hours on Monday, July 7, 2025.

Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday filled with fun, family, and fireworks! Thanks for being part of our community.

Enjoy a magical evening of live music with the West Valley Symphony! This free indoor concert will take place in the Utah Cultural Celebration Center Great Hall. Doors open at 7:30 PM, and the show begins at 8:00 PM.

Come experience the power and beauty of orchestral music performed by this talented community ensemble. No tickets are required—just bring your love of music! For more about the symphony, visit westvalleysymphonyutah.org

West Valley City is thrilled to announce its inaugural Pride event, a vibrant celebration of love and community. This event will provide a welcoming space for residents and visitors to come together, learn, and enjoy a day filled with entertainment, resources, and fun. Whether you’re a longtime advocate or new to Pride, this event offers something for everyone—live performances, delicious food, local vendors, and interactive art experiences. More than just a celebration, this event is a reflection of the unique culture of West Valley City—a diverse, dynamic community where people from all backgrounds come together to create something truly special. Join us as we make history and honor the beauty of pride, progress, and unity of West Valley City!

Celebrate Pride Month with a fabulous flow! Join us for a vibrant and inclusive yoga class led by the amazing Kris! Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out. It’s all about movement, mindfulness, and embracing your authentic self in a welcoming space. Wear your pride, bring your mat, and let’s stretch into joy, community, and self-care together. Namaste!

Join us for this FREE concert of classical favorites from Copland to Sousa that will give you and your family something to hum all the way home.

Whether this is your first Utah Symphony concert or your favorite summer tradition, you’re in for a night of memorable music under the open sky.

You can even grab dinner from the food trucks or pack a picnic.

Join PBS Utah's Danor Gerald and Lonzo Liggins, hosts of Roots, Race, & Culture, for an enlightening conversation about what it means to be free and equal. They'll be joined by Robert Burch, Dr. Richard Ferguson, and Dr. Sidni Shorter.

Arrive at 6 PM for sweet potato pie and a tour of two Smithsonian poster exhibits: A Place for All People: Introducing the National Museum of African American History and Culture and City of Hope: Resurrection City & The 1968 Poor People’s Campaign. The conversation will follow at 7 PM.

Seating is limited and RSVP is encouraged. Please RSVP to jrasekhi@pbsutah.org

This event is presented in partnership with the Utah Cultural Celebration and Sema Hadithi African American Heritage and Culture Foundation.

In the Fall of 2012, fifteen artists visiting from Nantou, Taiwan helped celebrate the ribbon cutting for the monumental Chinese Heritage Gate. These works were displayed as part of the larger Chinese Heritage Gate Celebration. Now, thirteen years later, we open the vault to celebrate West Valley City’s Sister City and revisit The Beauty of Nantou.

Flag in the Map: Charting Rainbow Flag Stories Worldwide by the Gilbert Baker Foundation

Flag in the Map features 53 photographs and stories from around the world, celebrating the international impact of Gilbert Baker’s Rainbow Flag since it’s creation in 1978.

This free opening reception will feature a presentation on Gilbert Baker and a brief history of Pride in Utah presented by the Mildred Berryman Institute for LGBTIQ+ Utah History.