There are many fun events happening this weekend. Veterans Day is on Sunday, November 11 and so there are many events honoring veterans this weekend, check out all the fun:
- Free National Parks Entrance Days
- Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show discount
- Red Rock Film Festival discounts
- FREE breakfast with Santa and a parade
- FREE Hogle Zoo & Living Planet Aquarium admission and Tracy Aviary offers $1 admission for veterans/military personnel and their families.
- and so much more…..
Festivals & Fairs:
Red Rock Film Festival – November 8-12 with locations near Zion National Park. This year's festival has dozens of films of all types and this is the biggest yet.
Also, right now you can get discount tickets ranging from $25-98 (reg. $50-200) via Living Social.
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KUED Reading Marathon Kick Off Party – Friday, November 9 from 4-6pm at the Viridian Library or Saturday, November 10 from 2-4pm at the Salt Lake City Library. This family event will help kids learn about winter animals an environment through LEAP into Science hands-on activities. Utah's Hogle Zoo will also bring winter animals and animal artifacts.
Salt Lake Family Christmas Gift Show – November 9-11 at the South Towne Expo Center. This is the largest holiday gift show in Utah. Tickets are $10.50 and kids under 13 get in free, however, there is a $1.50 off coupon here.
Free National Parks Entrance – As part of Veterans Day weekend, everyone gets free admission November 10-12.
Santa's Breakfast (Sandy) – Saturday, November 10 from 9-10 am at South Town Mall (10450 S State St). Santa will arrive in style with a parade featuring local mascots. Directly after the parade enjoy a Free breakfast with Santa in the Food Court.
Memory Grove Discovery Day – Saturday, Nov. 10 at 9am at Memory Grove (351 N Capitol Blvd). The Utah Heritage foundation sponsors this Free event that focuses on children and will include a scavenger hunt, crafts, and teaching about heritage and preservation.
Utah Museum of Contemporary Art – Saturday, Nov. 10 from 2-4pm. Children ages 5-12 and their adult companions are invited to explore UMOCA exhibits and hands-on art activities. Admission is FREE.
MOA Family Workshops (Provo) – Saturdays in November at BYU Museum of Art – Art Makes Sense! Exploring Sight in Think Flat: Takashi Murakami and Andy Warhol: Selections from the Freedman Family Collection at the BYU Museum of Art. On any one Saturday of their choice families can take a guided tour of a current exhibition and create a fun, hands-on art project, free of charge.
Veteran's Day Events:
SCERA Center for the Arts in Orem – Saturday, Nov. 10 at 11am at 745 S State St. Presenting a Free variety show that will feature patriotic and fun entertainment.
Utah National Guard Event – Saturday, Nov. 10 at 7pm at Jon M. Huntsman Center. The Utah National Guard 23rd Army band will combine with Granite School District High School Choir for a Free concert.
The Treehouse Museum – FREE admission to all veterans and military families with any military ID on Saturday, November 10 in honor of Veteran’s Day.
Hogle Zoo Military Appreciation Day – Sunday, Nov. 11. As a thank you all military personnel, veterans and their immediate family will receive FREE admission. Show your military or veterans organization ID.
Ogden Nature Center – Annual celebration of Veterans Day with resident Bald Eagle, Des Ta Te, will be on hand to help honor our veterans. Free entrance for Veterans. Please meet in the Visitor Center.
Utah Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Day Program – Sunday, Nov. 11 at 11am at the Utah State Capitol Building (300 N State). This free event features guest speaker Gary R Herbert and Don Gale and a performance by UTARNG 23rd Army Band.
Tracy Aviary – Monday, Nov. 12. All veterans/military personnel and their families get into for $1 per person with military ID.
The Living Planet Aquarium – Monday, Nov. 12. Veterans and their immediate family will receive free admission with official ID.
Veterans Parade on Nov. 10 in Ogden & Nov. 11 in Taylorsville
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“The Turn of the Screw” Performance at Echo Theatre (Provo) – Pay $6 (reg. $12) for a ticket to this spooky edge of the seat performance of The Turn of the Screw. Shows are available for Thursday, 11/8 & 11/15 or Friday, 11/9 & 11/16.
Salt Lake Film Society – Pay $15 for a $30 certificate good for movie tickets, concessions, or movie rental. Valid at the Broadway Cinemas location downtown or the Tower Theatre via DealPickle.
Enjoy a weekend getaway at the Armstrong Mansion, Pay $50 for a $100 certificate. Named one of Utah's “Most Romantic Bed and Breakfast Hotels”.
Here's another getaway package to Jackson Hole, Pay $99 ($174 value) for a one-night stay with airport and ski shuttle and breakfast.
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Movie Reminders:
There’s a weekly Cinemark concession coupon on their Facebook page.
Join Megaplex's Newsletter Club and receive a FREE medium popcorn, or you can upgrade to a large for $1.
And, don’t forget Fandango is offering 2 movie tickets for the price of one to VISA signature card holders.
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Michael’s – On Saturday, 11/10, look for various crafts and activities.
Pottery Barn Lego Nameplate Building Event – Saturday, November 10 from 10am-noon. This is a Free event where you can create your own name plaque using LEGO bricks and featuring your favorite DC Universe Super Hero icon. Quantities are limited – arrive early! Event for children ages 4-12 and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The Pottery Barn Kids location in Utah is a Trolley Square.
Lowes Build & Grow This workshop for a Sandman's Plane is scheduled for December 1 or the Gingerbread House is scheduled for December 8, however, these fill up fast and you will want to register now.
Home Depot – On Saturday, there is a Free Interior Pain class from 10AM-11AM or attend a FREE How to do small updates for kitchens from 1:00pm-2:30pm.
Lakeshore Learning stores offer a free craft every Saturday from 11am-3pm. This Saturday kids can make a Flying Fun Airplane Craft. Lakeshore Learning is in The Oakwood Village Shopping Center 5480 S. 900 East.
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