What's happening in Utah
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This weekend: things to do, Fri, Nov 6 – Sun, Nov 8
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November 2026
Today
- 7–9 p.m.Trivia at 'Bout Time Pub & Grub (21+)
Weekly trivia night for ages 21 and up. Teams of one to four.
Event details ↗ - 7–9 p.m.Trivia at 'Bout Time Pub & Grub (21+)
Weekly trivia night for ages 21 and up. Schedule from the organizer, Game Night Live. Free to play, though Game Night Live asks players to buy something from the venue.
Event details ↗ - 7–9 p.m.Trivia at Brick's Corner
Weekly trivia night. Schedule from the organizer, Game Night Live. Free to play, though Game Night Live asks players to buy something from the venue.
Event details ↗ - 7–9 p.m.Trivia at Valley Bowling Lanes
Weekly trivia night. Schedule from the organizer, Game Night Live. Free to play, though Game Night Live asks players to buy something from the venue.
Event details ↗ - 7–9 p.m.Trivia at Wolfdog Brewing (21+)
Weekly trivia night for ages 21 and up. Hosted by Game Night Live. Free to play, though Game Night Live asks players to buy something from the venue.
Event details ↗ - Time TBAAn Evening with Sutton Foster
The Tony-winning Broadway performer presents a concert of songs and stories.
Event details ↗ - Time TBAThe Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute
A Beatles tribute band performs in the outdoor amphitheater.
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- 7 p.m.Trivia at 2 Row Brewing (21+)
Weekly trivia night for ages 21 and up. Schedule from the organizer, Questionable Productions.
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- 6:30 a.m. MTEmployment Situation (October 2026 data)
The monthly national jobs report: nonfarm payroll employment, the unemployment rate and average hourly earnings. It sets the tone for financial markets and Federal…
Release schedule ↗ - Games at 10 a.m., 1, 4 and 7 p.m.UHSAA 1A and 2A football state semifinals
High school teams compete for state titles at Zions Bank Stadium.
Event details ↗ - –7:30 p.m.Mozart with Conrad Tao
Conrad Tao is soloist and conductor in Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20 and Symphony No. 40.
Event details ↗ - 7:30 p.m.National Geographic Live: Wild Cats Revealed
Wildlife filmmaker Sandesh Kadur presents a talk and images on wild cats; recommended for ages 8 and older.
Event details ↗ - –Evenings; tickets include aquarium access until 9 p.m.Aquarium Lantern Festival
Large illuminated lanterns, including a giant jellyfish and new designs, fill the aquarium's outdoor plaza. Tickets include evening access to the aquarium.
Event details ↗ - –Various timesBallet West: Rolling With the Stones
A Ballet West program set to music by the Rolling Stones.
Event details ↗ - Time not listedBrian Head Resort projected opening day
Brian Head's projected opening date for the 2026-27 ski season. Projected dates depend on snow.
Source coverage ↗ - –Time TBAMoab Folk Festival
The 24th annual folk music festival in Moab, with Rising Appalachia and Leftover Salmon on the 2026 lineup. The Star Hall and Ballfield venues are ticketed…
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- 10 a.m.Sandy Turkey Trot 5K
A city-run 5K open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities.
Event details ↗ - –10 a.m.–5 p.m.ScienceFest at the Natural History Museum of Utah
A two-day family science festival with demonstrations, hands-on activities, talks and meet-and-greets with Utah researchers. Some in-depth workshops cost extra.
Event details ↗ - Games at 10 a.m., 1, 4 and 7 p.m.UHSAA 8-player and 3A football state semifinals
High school teams compete for state titles at Zions Bank Stadium.
Event details ↗ - NoonSUMA Day of the Dead Celebration
The main event of SUMA's free Día de los Muertos program, which runs Oct. 18 to Nov. 7 and includes a community ofrenda on display.
Event details ↗ - 1 p.m.Southern Utah vs. Northern Colorado (football)
Southern Utah plays Northern Colorado in football at Eccles Coliseum.
Event details ↗ - 5 p.m.Real Salt Lake vs. LA Galaxy
Real Salt Lake hosts LA Galaxy in a 2026 MLS regular-season match.
Event details ↗ - 7 p.m.L7: The Last Hurrah Tour
The Los Angeles punk band plays a 21-and-over show on its farewell tour.
Event details ↗ - 7:30 p.m.Utah State vs. Fresno State (football)
Utah State plays Fresno State in football at Maverik Stadium.
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- Time TBAHoly War: Utah vs. BYU (football)
Utah hosts BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium in the football edition of the Holy War rivalry.
Event details ↗ - –Time TBAMoab Trail Marathon
A trail marathon, half marathon, 10K adventure run and kids' race in the canyons near Moab. The half marathon hosts the 2026 USATF trail half marathon national…
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- All dayDeadline for provisional voters to provide ID
Last day a voter who cast a provisional ballot without ID can provide it to the election officer so the ballot can count.
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- 6:30 a.m. MTConsumer Price Index (October 2026 data)
Measures the change in prices paid by urban consumers for a basket of goods and services; the headline U.S. inflation gauge. Utah households are covered within the…
Release schedule ↗ - –Varies by countyCounty canvass window for the general election
Counties may canvass (certify) final general-election results from Nov. 10 through Nov. 17.
Event details ↗ - –Various timesThe Outsiders
The Tony-winning musical adaptation of S.E. Hinton's novel plays a one-week touring engagement.
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- –Thu–Fri 10 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sat 9 a.m.–9 p.m.Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show
A large holiday shopping show with hundreds of vendors selling gifts, crafts, decor and specialty food. One wristband covers entry on all three days.
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