October: The Annual Utah Humanities Book Festival is Utah’s oldest and only statewide book festival and has become Utah’s signature literary event. This year there will be 115+ free-of-charge literary events at locations throughout Utah for the entire month of October, with each week dedicated to a different region. Find events near you at utahhumanities.org.

Saturday, October 12:

• Harvest Festival 2024, 10a-4p at Wasatch Waldorf Charter School, 1458 E. Murray-Holladay Rd., Holladay. "This celebration of the season is an October weekend event open to the public. Students, their families, and members of the broader community gather on school grounds to peruse offerings, such as a farm stand filled with produce from the school farm and arts and crafts from local artisans and vendors. Games for children, stories, and music class offerings are also featured. We also feature a bake sale of goodies from the community to tempt all who attend. Wasatch Family Foundation and the Fundraising Committee at WCS host the Harvest Festival. While this is a free entry celebration, your purchase of tickets for crafts, Petra's cottage, and the bake sale allows our school to collect funds for the various needs of the school year."

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• 3rd Annual Family Fitness Day 5K & 10K, 9:00 a.m. at Valley Regional Park, 2700 W. 5400 S., Taylorsville. Event by Black Physicians of Utah: "We at the Black Physicians of Utah are focused on improving the health of the Black and URM Communities. We had a very successful Family Fitness Day last year with over 200 runners and participants enjoying the beautiful weather at Valley Regional Park. We have heard your calls and now we will have our 3rd Annual Outdoor Fitness Day. This year we have decided to add a 10K distance. It will be filled with prize giveaways, DJ Afrolicious, a photo booth, massage chairs, a bounce house, and food for all participants. PLEASE REGISTER AND PURCHASE A RACE TICKET!! 10 K/5K Run or Walk. All proceeds go to our Black Pre-Med Scholars and our health education events. If not wanting to race but would like a meal ticket, just click here. MAKE A TEAM WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS! One ticket per registrant! PRIZES FOR TOP RACERS AND WALKERS INCLUDE: Gift cards, prizes and more. Same Day Packet pick-up 8:00-8:45 a.m. 10K Run/Walk starts at 9:00 a.m. 5K begins at 9:15 a.m. Award Ceremony, raffle, lunch and food demonstration begins at 10:30 a.m. Participating Vendors and Fitness Specialists: Food Justice Coalition (Health Options), Nutrition Classes & Gift Certificates, and Bouncin Bins Bouncy House and Games for kids."

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• Wellness Without Borders Health Fair 2024, 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Rose Park Clinic, 168 N. 1950 W., SLC. Event by: Rose Park Providers Coalition: "Last year’s fair was a huge success, serving over 250 individuals with free health screenings, vaccinations, health education, and various wellness resources." In addition to the health resources, enjoy live music, refreshments and dance. Open and free to the public, and no insurance is needed. Questions? Email kamaile.tripp@hsc.utah.edu. 

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• Making Waves Art Build with Artist & BLOODTIDE author Eli Nixon & Making Waves Artist Collaborative, 2:00-6:00 p.m. at the Nature Center at Pia Owkai, 1125 W. 3300 S., South Salt Lake. "Help make public art for our sacred lake. We will be transforming cardboard into kid-sized brine shrimp and making wings, along with a whole flock of phalaropes. Join in the fun as we parade along the river! Everyone of any age is welcome. Spanish Interpretation provided. Registration is FREE but required to help us prepare materials."

• White Mesa Ute Community Spiritual Walk & Protest, 11:00 a.m. at the White Mesa Community Center, Blanding, Utah. The rally starts at 11:00 a.m., followed by the spiritual and protest walk to the White Mesa uranium mill. 

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• Fantasy and Horror for Young Writers, 9:30a-1:30p at SLCC Community Writing Center, Suite #8 at Library Square, 210 E. 400 S., SLC. "What makes something 'spooky?' Join the Community Writing Center for a morning discussing the spooky and fantastical. This workshop focuses on writing horror and fantasy. Come learn about the undead, the eldritch, and the otherworldly, and explore different ways to add fright and suspense to your writing. You’ll also have time to workshop your horror stories and submit them to our Salt Lake Teens Write Anthology. Ages 15-18. Cost: Free. Registration is required."

• Hispanic Heritage Festival, 1:00-11:00 p.m. at 1055 W. North Temple, SLC. Event by Utah LatinoArts: “Let's Celebrate Our Hispanic Heritage! The Hispanic Heritage Festival aims to honor the culture and contributions of Hispanic and Latin Americans in our city. Salt Lake City takes immense pride in its diverse community, and this event will help showcase the significance of Hispanic heritage and how it has complemented Salt Lake City culture. The festival will be entirely free to the public and open to the entire community to enjoy an evening filled with performances of traditional Hispanic music and dance, featuring traditional Hispanic and Latino cuisine and A FIESTA with Live Music! Art enthusiasts and the community will have the opportunity to explore the works of talented Hispanic and Latino artists, providing insight into the rich and varied artistic traditions of these communities. The event is designed to be family-friendly."

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• The Sharing Place's Day of the Dead Gala & Silent Auction, 6:00pm - 9:00pm at Cleone Peterson Eccles Alumni House, The University of Utah, 155 Central Campus Dr, Salt Lake City "This is our biggest event of the year and we hope you will join us! Although we celebrate this traditional Mexican holiday named the Day of the Dead, we like to think of it as a Celebration of Life & Remembrance. As this is our only fundraiser of the year, we hold an auction of a variety of donated gifts. These can range from love baskets full of treats, to hand-crafted art, to a vacation! All funds from sponsorships, ticket sales, and activities will benefit grief groups at the Sharing Place. Last year these groups helped over 500 children who experienced the death of a parent, sibling, or other significant family member develop coping skills through art, discussion, and play."

• The Local Artisan Collective 8th Birthday Party and Third Annual Sidewalk Chalk Festival, 9a-9p at 2371 Kiesel Ave., Ogden. Free and open to the public. Chalk Fest artists start at 8:00 a.m. Event by The Local Artisan Collective: "We are throwing our 8th Birthday Party and you are invited to come have FUN with us!! We will have demos, classes, SALES, a chance to win Gift Certificates to the store, deals, candy from artists, and more!"

Sunday, October 13:

•  U-Pick Boo-quet Day, 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Little Gay Garden Farm, behind Backman Elementary School, approximately 560 N. 1500 W., SLC. Event by Little Gay Garden: "Join us at the flower farm to welcome the beauty of fall and bid farewell to summer. Stroll through rows of flowers, hand-pick your own bouquet of fresh, colorful blooms, and embrace the changing seasons. This event will be open house style. Come enjoy the afternoon and create a beautiful arrangement! $10 to cut your own bouquet; $15 to cut your own bouquet, includes a jar to arrange in. We will also have a small selection of pumpkins if you wish to purchase one and arrange in a pumpkin for an extra fall touch."
  
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Tuesday, October 15:

• KRCL 45th Anniversary Ale Launch and Live Broadcast of RadioACTive and Bubbling Up, 6:00-10:00 p.m. at Fisher Brewing Co., 320 W. 800 S., SLC. "KRCL is excited to announce a special collaboration with our friends from Fisher Brewing. The KRCL Anniversary Ale is a dry-hopped blonde ale brewed to celebrate 45 years of community radio. The 16oz can labels were designed by Afternoon Delight host Courtney Blair with a sweet retro design throw-back to 1979, the year KRCL was founded. This delicious collaboration and launch is part of KRCL’s ongoing series of events leading up to the station’s official anniversary on December 3, when Listeners Community Radio of Utah - KRCL turns 45 years old. Sip the KRCL Anniversary Ale on tap and in cans, catch a RadioActive live show from Fisher Beer at 6:00 p.m. and a live remote broadcast of Bubbling Up with Gavin Dahl from 7:00-10:00 p.m. Grab your friends, meet up at Fisher Brewing and cheers to 45 Years!"

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• "Dear Utah," Domestic Violence Statewide Awareness Campaign Kickoff, 11:00 a.m. on the south steps of the Utah State Capitol, 350 N. State St., SLC. "1 in 3 women experience domestic violence in their lifetime. Join us to raise awareness about the needs in our community. Wear purple and show your support for survivors of domestic violence. The event will include a press conference with speakers from the field kicking off the year-long statewide awareness campaign for domestic violence."

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Wednesday, October 16:

• Utah Women Run - Day on the Hill, asdfasdf. Hosted by the Hinckley Institute of Politics: "Join us to hear from leaders and policy experts on the most effective ways to advocate for change. Participation includes a tour of the capitol, a group photo, a catered lunch, and an opportunity to hear from women actively involved in state government. Attendance of an interim committee is also optional. We hope to see you there!." For $15 tickets, click here.

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Saturday, October 19:

• Parker Power Flavor Release Party & Fundraiser Benefiting Childhood Cancer Treatment & Research, 7:00-10:00 p.m. at HK Brewing Co., 370 W. Aspen Ave., SLC. "Join us at HK Brewing Co. for an exciting evening as we unveil our new fall/winter kombucha flavor, Parker Power! Named in honor of Parker Felton, a brave young girl fighting childhood cancer, this flavor release holds special significance, and we’re channeling all proceeds from our fundraiser towards supporting cancer research and treatment at the Huntsman Cancer Institute." Venue is 21+. 

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• 20th Annual Lone Peak Celebration, 6:30 p.m. at The Garden Place at Heritage Park, 2601 E. Sunnyside Ave., SLC. Event by Save Our Canyons: "We're excited to unite around the Wasatch Mountains during our 20th Annual Lone Peak Celebration presented by KÜHL. All revenue that Save Our Canyons makes during this event will be used to continue our efforts in protecting the wildness and beauty of the Wasatch Mountains." 
  

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Monday, October 21:

• Deadline for submissions to the Salt Lake Young Writers Anthology (SLYW), which will be published in December. Publication by SLCC Community Writing Center: "We encourage local teens aged 13-19 to submit writing and art to this anthology. Original written and visual art are accepted, including photography and photos of 3-D art. Written submissions can be up to 2,500 words and may not contain hate speech. All Utah-based individuals in junior high, middle school, and high school are welcome to submit. Work must be submitted along with a signed Publication Writer Consent Release available here. Please email slcccommunitywritingcenter@gmail.com with any questions." For guidelines, click here. 

• Meet the Candidates Open House 6:30-9:00pm, at Murray High School, 5440 S. State Street, Murray. "The Murray PTA invites you to meet 35+ local candidates from all parties and all levels of government – federal, state, city, county, and school board. You will also learn about all amendments and bonds listed on your Murray ballot. This is also a casual open house where voters can freely visit with and ask questions of candidates and those in the know on various issues, including Murray’s Bond Measure for proposed building projects. There will be no formal program or speeches at this event. Bring your children as activities are planned so parents can focus on meeting candidates."

Mon-Sat, Oct. 21-26: 

• Happy Hearts Auction, Where Every Bid Feeds Families. "Bidding goes live at 9:00 a.m. October 21. Your donation will help fund Food Justice Coalition programs, helping provide nourishing meals for Utahns facing hunger. Auction items include electronics, bikes, staycations, and experiences."

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• Building Hope with Every Bid, Salt Lake Valley Habitat for Humanity's Holiday Auction. To browse now and star your favorite items, click here. Check back often—new items are being added daily! Bidding opens at noon on Monday, October 21, and closes at noon on Saturday, October 26.

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Wednesday, October 23:

• Legislative Session Prep with Save Our Canyons and Patagonia SLC: Parleys Canyon Panel, 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Patagonia, 2292 S. Highland Dr., SLC. "As we get closer to the 2025 Utah Legislative Session, we want to ensure you have all the tools and resources you need to confidently communicate with your local elected officials and representatives. Save Our Canyons and Patagonia SLC are hosting an information panel to help you prepare your thoughts and comments in an organized way. More details coming soon."

Fri-Sun, October 25-27:

• Queer Film Festival , at Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. Broadway, SLC. Event by Utah Film Center: "We're excited to announce a milestone in the next chapter of our annual queer film festival! Damn These Heels Queer Film Festival has been renamed  Utah Queer Film Festival  (UQFF), marking the festival's growth and commitment to representing Utah's diverse LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. This name change highlights the festival's evolution and alignment with its vision of greater inclusion, intention, and impact." For tickets and info,  click here . 

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Saturday, October 26: