Special Events in Salt Lake City

January
First Night Salt Lake City
First Night is a New Year's Eve Celebration of the Arts, with music, art, theatre, dance, fireworks, and kid's activities held in indoor and outdoor venues. There are two fireworks shows; the early bird's Children's Fireworks at 9:00 PM, and the classic midnight Fireworks Finale.

April
Salt Lake City Marathon & 5K- Run, Bump and Boogie
The Salt Lake City Marathon & 5K is certified and sanctioned through USATF, and is a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. The 26.2 mile scenic downhill course makes it an appealing run for a wide range of entrants. Entry classes will include open, masters and wheelchair divisions and will have 17 age divisions. Top runners from around the world will enjoy crisp, cool running weather in April, in a setting that surrounds them with snow-capped peaks contrasting with spring blossoms, all along a flat and slightly downhill 26.2 mile course. The gentle course skirts the base of the towering Wasatch Mountains, passes by cozy neighborhoods and elegant estates, and winds through Salt Lake's legendary wide streets, into the city center. The music rocks and crowds of enthusiastic spectators cheer participants on, all the way to the electric finish at the Olympic Legacy Plaza at The Gateway, in downtown Salt Lake.

VegFest
Some of Utah's best live music is featured; along with jugglers, face painting, bounce houses, some of the best vegan (meat and dairy free) food around.

May
Prehistory Week
Celebrate Utah's diverse and fascinating prehistory at events statewide. During Prehistory Week you can participate in tours, demonstrations, lectures, workshops, and hands-on archaeology.

Masonic Open House
Free & Accepted Masons cordially invites the public to attend their annual open house which includes tours of the historic Masonic Center.

Iris (flower) Show
The iris has sometimes been called the poor man's orchid; however, people from all walks of life enjoy these beautiful flowers. The newer irises that have been developed in recent years are quite different in texture, form and color than the irises that were developed years ago. The first show features early blooming iris and the second show features later blooming iris. Both shows are judged.

June
Salute Our Military Day
As a thank you to all who serve in the United States military, Utah's Hogle Zoo hosts "Military Appreciation Week". All military personnel and their immediate family (spouse and dependent children) receive free admission to Utah's Hogle Zoo.

November
Psychic Fridays
Enjoy live music and nightly events every Friday and Saturday nights. Get a psychic reading on Friday night. Sunday Football from 10:30am-3:00pm weekly.

Special Olympics Utah Fall Sports Classic
More than 700 Special Olympics athletes participate in basketball, bocce, aquatics, gymnastics and power lifting.

December
Festival of Trees
The Festival of Trees is magic! With over 700 uniquely decorated Christmas trees, wreaths, playhouses, centerpieces, and gingerbread houses, the South Towne Expo center becomes a magical wonderland.