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There are some terrific things to do around town, we'll share some of them here and remember you can add events to our calendar.

Last Updated: Dec 11, 2024 10:39AM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

‘Kimberly Akimbo’ is an unusual and heartfelt coming-of-age adventure

Dec 11, 2024 10:39AM ● By Peri Kinder

Don’t miss the musical “Kimberly Akimbo” at Eccles Theater through Dec. 15.

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HTC’s Beauty and the Beast is colorful and magical

Nov 24, 2024 03:30PM ● By Tom Haraldsen

“Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” is a treat for both those who’ve seen the movie or musical before, or those discovering it for the first time.

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'Peter Pan' soars into Eccles with an updated version for a new generation

Nov 06, 2024 03:21PM ● By Peri Kinder

With colorful scenes, a blinking Tinkerbell, mysterious shadows, fast-paced songs and dancing, “Peter Pan” will have you reflecting on the bittersweet nature of growing up with whimsy, darkness and high-flying fun.

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Which haunted house is the best in Utah?

Oct 02, 2024 03:10PM ● By Bailey Chism

When does “spooky season” really start? For most of the haunted attractions in Utah, the answer appears to be September.

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10 family-friendly Halloween activities this month

Oct 02, 2024 03:01PM ● By Peri Kinder

There are ample opportunities for your family to have fun this Halloween season.

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Exploring Utah’s ghost towns: Seven abandoned settlements with fascinating histories

Oct 02, 2024 02:54PM ● By Bailey Chism

Utah’s rich history has much to offer. Learn about the many towns that used to stretch across Utah’s land.

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The evolution of Halloween: from ancient Celtic rituals to modern-day festivities

Oct 02, 2024 01:21PM ● By Bailey Chism

Halloween originated from ancient Celtic traditions and evolved through history, blending with Roman and Christian practices, eventually becoming a popular holiday in the U.S. known for costumes, pumpkin carving and trick-or-treating.

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Draper’s Kuwahara’s Pumpkin Patch and Thriller Park open for the season

Oct 02, 2024 01:05PM ● By Rebecca Olds

Kuwahara’s Pumpkin Patch and Thriller Park opened for the season on Sept. 20, offering a variety of attractions such as the pumpkin patch, haunted house, Halloween Main Street, Once Upon a Time land, corn maze, Grand Bizarre, a magician and more.

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Hale Centre Theatre shows the regional premier of ‘The Magician’s Elephant’

Sep 23, 2024 01:11PM ● By Tom Haraldsen

New production takes on the popular Kate DiCamillo novel.

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Westside CultureFest draws thousands of art lovers, music fans and car enthusiasts

Sep 13, 2024 10:46AM ● By Carl Fauver

Dancing, close-up magic, singing, arts and crafts, “tricked out” cars and even performers swinging from a hoop were all part of the second annual Westside CultureFest, at the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center in Taylorsville.

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