Events for Kids and Family

Back-to-School Drive

We are collecting school supplies for B&GC members and SLC teachers! You can drop off items at our location on State Street



Back-to-School Drive

We are collecting school supplies for B&GC members and SLC teachers! You can drop off items at our location on State Street



300 Plates 2024

Art Access is proud to present the 22nd year of their beloved 300 Plates fundraising event. May 9th from 6-9pm at Venue 6Six9. Every year over 200 artists from all over Utah paint original works on 10 x 11 inch boards to be auctioned for one night in May. All proceeds support Art Access's programming for artists with disabilities which include professional mentorship, exhibition opportunities, and training and advocacy for the Utah arts and culture scene. The general admission ticket price is $75. Plates will once again be sold in a wristband drawing. Guests have long enjoyed the experience of choosing a wristband when they check in and having the different wristband designs randomly selected for the opportunity to buy artwork from the over 300 plates in the show. To get tickets or for more information, please visit: www.artaccessutah.org/300plates2024/ or Instagram: @artaccessutah - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artaccessutah



Art in the Arboretum

Celebrate spring with this free, all-ages, community event! Art in the Arboretum is designed to bring people together for an unforgettable experience of art and nature. All mediums and unique expressions are encouraged from painters to storytellers, musicians to chefs. View local art displayed in the Varga Arboretum, delight in the sounds of music, fill our sidewalks with chalk art, and enjoy some tasty culinary treats. To learn more visit our website https://extension.usu.edu/botanicalcenter/events/art-in-the-arboretum



The 21st Multicultural Ethnic Dance Festival

Experience a mesmerizing showcase of cultures from around the globe, featuring captivating performances, vibrant costumes, and rhythmic beats that will transport you to different corners of the world. Come together with friends, family, and the community to celebrate unity in diversity through the universal language of dance. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable cultural extravaganza! RSVP now to reserve your spot and join the rhythm of the world. For RSVP and inquiries, contact: festival@emeraldhillsinstitute.org Let’s dance the night away and celebrate our rich tapestry of cultures! See you there!



Ballet West's Choreographic Festival VI

Ballet West’s sixth Choreographic Festival is bringing several international guest companies to the stage with new choreography and diverse Asian voices. A world premiere creation for Ballet West by the emerging choreographers Zhongjing Fang and Caili Quan, alongside new works by several visiting organizations for a memorable program of dance in the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center. Once again, audiences will see dancers and choreographers exploring their art form in intriguing and cutting-edge new creations. Tickets here: https://www.balletwest.org/events/detail/choreographicfest24



8th Annual Utah Blues Fest - Day 1

The Utah Blues Society presents its biggest fundraiser of the year, the 8th Annual Utah Blues Fest - Day 1. Featured national performers kick off at 5 pm with LARRY MCCRAY, followed by ANNIKA CHAMBERS & PAUL DESLAURIERS and ending with TAB BENOIT. After the Fest, at 10 pm, bay area's Mitch Woods brings his world renowned "Club 88" to the host hotel's piano bar (the Marriott) where the musicians will sit in for late night jamming.

https://www.utahbluesfest.org/



8th Annual Utah Blues Fest - Day 2

The Utah Blues Society presents Day 2 of its biggest fundraiser of the year, the 8th Annual Utah Blues Fest. Featured national performers kick off at noon with DENNIS JONES, the CASH BOX KINGS, D.K. HARRELL, SUE FOLEY and ending with SOUTHERN AVENUE. After the Fest, at 10 pm, bay area's Mitch Woods brings his world renowned "Club 88" to the host hotel's piano bar (the Marriott) where the musicians will sit in for late night jamming. There will also be free workshops – Tony Holiday’s Harmonica Workshop and Sue Foley’s nationally respected “One Guitar Woman”!

https://www.utahbluesfest.org/



The Reef of Today is the Island of Tomorrow

www.ntasutah.org, A recognition ceremony to recognize all Tongan Students that graduates from any High School, Universitie during the school year 2004.



Family Festival and Disability Resource Fair

This is a fun free event put on by the Utah Parent Center for families who have children, youth, and adults with disabilities to come and enjoy time out in the community together. The highlights of this event is a self-advocate talent show followed by an all abilities dance party! There will also be roller skating/adaptive skating, games and giveaways, and community resources. For more information and to register please visit utahparentcenter.org/family-festival and follow us at @utahparentcenter on IG. Registration and admission are free. The first 500 registrants will also get free skate rental! Registration opens 5/3/2024.