Events for Film

The 32nd annual Helper Arts Festival will be held Thursday, August 20—Sunday, August 23, 2026. The event will include more than 40 artists and artisan vendors, 13 food trucks, 12 bands, a car show, beer and wine garden, film screenings, storytelling and theatre performances, activities for kids, and more. For agenda and music lineup: Helperartsfestival.com

Nocturne Film Society is a members only cinema club dedicated to horror, thriller, suspense, dark fantasy, and cult cinema with recurring screenings at the historic (and newly renovated) Murray Theater.

On select Sundays throughout the year, members gather at Murray Theater for mystery screenings where the featured film isn't revealed until showtime. Nocturne is built for people who miss the excitement of going into a movie blind and experiencing it with a room full of fellow film lovers. Members can suggest films, share feedback, and help shape future programming.

Buy a membership here 

*Memberships can be purchased for 1, 2 or 4 separate screenings*

For the latest news and the event calendar visit nocturneslc.com

Next screening: 

• Sunday, August 30th, 2026
• Doors at 3:30 PM
• Film starts at 4:00 PM

KRCL's Music Meets Movies returns with a packed season of great documentaries, concert films and yet another great reason to get together. We kick off the season with a classic, 1970's GIMME SHELTER.

"Called the greatest rock film ever made, this landmark documentary follows the Rolling Stones on their notorious 1969 U.S. tour. When three hundred thousand members of the Love Generation collided with a few dozen Hells Angels at San Francisco’s Altamont Speedway, Direct Cinema pioneers David and Albert Maysles and Charlotte Zwerin were there to immortalize on film the bloody slash that transformed a decade's dreams into disillusionment." -Criterion Collection

Fun fact: George Lucas (of Star Wars) was an uncredited cameraman on the film. 

This community celebration will feature a national short film competition, live music performances, media arts showcases, art vendors, food, and more. Still accepting film submissions. Selected films will be screened at the Backyard Film Bash in Salt Lake City—outdoors, together, and on the big screen. The event features a live jury and cash prizes, with awards including Best Films - First, Second, and Third place, plus an Audience Favorite and Youth-focused award. 
Over $20,000 will be awarded, with the first-place film taking home $10,000. 
More info at https://spyhop.org/events/backyard-film-bash/

The magic dance continues. On the heels of a successful global tour to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert returns in fall 2026 to visit more than 60 North America cities. An unforgettable night of fantasy, music, and nostalgia awaits, as fans celebrate the 40th anniversary of the movie’s 1986 release. Fans are invited to step into the magical world of Jim Henson’s Labyrinth in an exciting fusion of film and live music.

More info and tickets at Jim Henson's Labyrinth In Concert - Live at the Eccles