The Cedar City Pumpkin Festival is a family fall festival featuring pumpkin-themed activities and seasonal entertainment. This event offers a variety of fun for all ages.
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Monday, October 12, 2026
Sunday, October 11, 2026
A Halloween-themed bar has popped up in Salt Lake City's Studio at Soundwell. This seasonal establishment offers a spooky atmosphere for patrons to enjoy during the Halloween season.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
Salt Lake's neighborhoods are embracing the spooky season with fog machines, animatronics, and eerie lighting. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the festive Halloween displays throughout the city.
The Salt Lake County Health Department is urging residents to get a flu vaccination this Fall to avoid illness before Halloween. Getting vaccinated can help prevent sickness during the spooky season.
Carnegie Hall is offering a way to learn how to create a mysterious, Halloween-inspired collage. This artistic activity provides a creative outlet for the spooky season.
Friday, October 9, 2026
Spirit Halloween has returned to Junction Commons for the 2026 spooky season. This location serves the Salt Lake City, Utah area.
Snelgrove Ice Cream is ready for Halloween with special offerings. This news comes from Fox 13 Salt Lake City.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Snelgrove Ice Cream is ready for Halloween with a special October menu. They are offering spooky and seasonal treats throughout the month.
Jessica Archibald's home in Salt Lake City, Utah, is known as the Pumpkin House and is a neighborhood favorite. This home is one of several recognized for going above and beyond for Halloween decorations.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Two Halloween-themed pop-up events are available as a spooky alternative to typical fall flavors. These dining news items cover October 8 through 15 in Utah.
Salt Lake City, Utah, has been recognized as America's best Halloweentown, achieving a high score for its spooky spirit. This ranking considers various Halloween-related factors.
West Jordan's Nightfall Halloween Park is offering a $3 discount on admission for those who bring canned food donations. All collected donations benefit the Utah Food Bank.
Nightfall Halloween Park is participating in a "Scare Away Hunger" initiative, accepting non-perishable food items at the gate. These donations will benefit the Utah Food Bank.
Nightmare on 13th in Salt Lake City, Utah, has been recognized among America's best haunted houses and attractions for Halloween. It is listed alongside other top scary destinations.
Nightmare on 13th in Salt Lake City, Utah, is highlighted as one of the best haunted attractions for Halloween 2026. The attraction is noted in national lists of scary destinations.
Utah is leveraging its Halloween and autumn events to boost seasonal tourism, with Salt Lake City serving as a hub for these activities. The city's Halloween offerings extend throughout October.
Nightmare on 13th in Salt Lake City, Utah, is featured on a list of America's best haunted houses and attractions for Halloween 2026. This recognition places it among the nation's scariest destinations.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
For children spending Halloween in the hospital, missing out on costumes and trick-or-treating can be difficult. This article highlights ways the community can help ensure these kids have a happy Halloween.
Nightmare on 13th, a long-standing Halloween tradition in Utah for over three decades, has recently received national recognition. This popular Salt Lake City haunted attraction continues to be a major draw for thrill-seekers.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Ballet West is presenting "Dracula" at the Capitol Theatre, offering a perfect Halloween-themed artistic delight. This performance is a must-see entertainment offering in Salt Lake City.
A nationwide search is underway to find the best Halloween street in the US, with specific streets in Salt Lake City and South Jordan, Utah, being highlighted. These streets are recognized for their high 'Haul' and 'Haunt' scores.
A brand is searching for the best Halloween street in the US, with Windsor St. in Salt Lake City and Lake Terrace Ave. W in South Jordan, Utah, being recognized. These streets received high scores for trick-or-treating potential and Halloween spirit.
Nightmare on 13th in Salt Lake City, Utah, is mentioned among top haunted attractions in a USA TODAY ranking. The article lists various haunted houses across the country, including this popular Utah attraction.
Odyssey Dance Theatre's "Thriller" performances are selling out quickly, with many shows filling up well before Halloween. The popular show has performances in Salt Lake City, Logan, and Park City.
A nostalgic Halloween find at T.J. Maxx is selling out quickly, prompting shoppers to buy it before it's gone. The article notes that the festive spirit of Halloween influences purchasing decisions.
Friday, October 2, 2026
Utah's Halloween event calendar is starting with the Great Golden Pumpkin hunt in Heber Valley. The person who finds the golden pumpkin will be rewarded.
Fear Factory in Salt Lake City is recognized as one of the top Halloween attractions globally, boasting a 4.5-star rating on Google Maps. It's located at 666 W. 800 South.
The Runtastic Haunted Salt Lake City event is scheduled for October 17, 2026. Participants can choose from a half marathon, a 5K, or a kids run.
Utah is embracing fall with a variety of events including festivals, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes across the state. Specific events like REDWEST and Halloween Town are highlighted.
Sundance Mountain Resort is offering Halloween Lift Rides as part of Utah's fall festivities. This event is part of a broader statewide celebration of the season.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Nightmare on 13th in Salt Lake City is recognized as one of America's top fan-favorite haunted houses. This marks the attraction's 37th season of providing Halloween scares.
Two downtown Salt Lake spaces have been transformed into distinct Halloween pop-up experiences by Realine Group. These immersive attractions are called 'Something Wicked at Studio' and 'Fright'.
Utah is celebrating the fall season with a variety of events including festivals, pumpkin patches, and corn mazes across the state. Specific dates are listed for attractions like REDWEST and Halloween Lift Rides in Utah County.
This article discusses Halloween night out options that extend beyond traditional trick-or-treating. It highlights unique experiences available for celebrating the holiday.
Utah is embracing the Halloween season with a comprehensive calendar of events for fans of ghouls and goblins. The state offers numerous ways to celebrate the spooky holiday.
Utah is offering a variety of fall fun and Halloween haunts throughout the season. Attractions like Cross E Ranch in Salt Lake City are open with specific hours and dates.
Abravanel Hall in Salt Lake City will host special Halloween season play-to-screen presentations featuring the Utah Symphony. This event offers a unique entertainment experience.
Salt Lake City Weekly is highlighting A24 horror films perfect for Halloween viewing throughout October. Titles include 'Under the Skin,' 'The Witch,' 'Pearl,' 'Hereditary,' and 'Midsommar.'
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
A creative force and friend, Jill Broadbent, shared a Halloween jack-o'-lantern project that is currently being obsessed over. The article mentions KSL Broadcasting in Salt Lake City, UT.
One of Utah's most iconic Halloween traditions is back, celebrating 36 years of scares. This year's Nightmare on 13th combines new haunts with old traditions for a frightening experience in Salt Lake City.
Friday, September 25, 2026
The Salt Lake Tribune highlights various Halloween events happening across Utah. This includes a look back at the Fear Factory in Salt Lake City.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Halloween is approaching, and it's a good time to start thinking about costumes. This article discusses the trendiest Halloween costumes in Utah.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Utah loves the Halloween season, with haunted houses and thematic events being popular. This week's A&E essentials cover various happenings in Salt Lake City.
Everyone can get into the Halloween fun, including pets. This article discusses popular costume ideas for furry friends in Salt Lake City.
Everyone can join the Halloween festivities, even your pets. This report highlights the most popular costume choices for four-legged family members in Salt Lake City.
The Haunted Attraction Association has certified 74 "Top Haunts" for 2026, recognizing excellence in the industry. Fear Factory Screampark in Salt Lake City, UT, is among the certified locations.
Today marks the first day of fall, and Utah has been recognized as the second-best state in the country to witness autumn colors. This seasonal beauty is a highlight for many.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
The article discusses the appropriate timing for putting up Halloween decorations, referencing a past instance in Vernal, Utah. It touches on the festive spirit associated with the holiday.
This segment highlights the availability of seasonal decor rentals, encouraging residents to clear out their garages. It emphasizes that Halloween is approaching quickly and offers a solution for festive decorations.
Monday, September 21, 2026
Record-breaking summer temperatures are impacting Utah's pumpkin crops as Halloween approaches. This heatwave could lead to a reduced harvest for the upcoming holiday.
Nightmare on 13th in Salt Lake City, Utah, has been recognized as one of America's top haunted attractions for 2026. It is listed among other notable scary destinations across the country.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Fear Factory in Salt Lake City is expanding its offerings beyond scares this Halloween season. They have debuted a new 10,000-square-foot Midway, featuring new bites and drinks.
Friday, September 18, 2026
Get ready for the spooky season with a guide to the best Halloween attractions in town. This includes haunted houses and pumpkin patches to kick off the early Halloween fun.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
The 29th annual 'Thriller' performance, a beloved Halloween tradition in Utah, is back this fall. The show will be performed at The Grand Theatre in Salt Lake City from October 9–24.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Odyssey Dance Theatre's annual Halloween production, Thriller, is back and promises to be bigger than ever this year. This event is a popular tradition for many Utah families during the fall season.
Saturday, September 12, 2026
A Utah staycation discussion briefly mentioned Balsam Hill's Halloween countdown calendar, noting it typically sells out quickly. The article focused on Labor Day weekend activities in Heber.