7 Fun Fall Activities in Salt Lake City
Although it may feel like Fall in Utah is fleeting, it’s one of our favorite times of year. While we don’t get the extended season of vibrant leaves like the Northeast, we make up for it with plenty of fun things to do during a few crisp, colorful weeks. Here are seven activities to make the most of this time of year!
How many of these fall activities around Salt Lake City have you checked off your list?
1. See the fall leaves at Red Butte Garden
This is an incredible place to see the fall colors. Yes, you can definitely drive up one of the canyons to see the leaves changing, but Red Butte Garden is right in our backyard! Plus you can see late season flowers, berries and fruits as you stroll around the botanical gardens at the University of Utah campus.
Don’t miss their “Bootanical Fall Festival” this year which runs Oct. 17-30.
300 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City
https://www.redbuttegarden.org/
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2. Ride the Heber Valley Railroad Pumpkin Train
This is a 40 minute scenic train ride where you’ll enjoy a pumpkin chocolate chip cookie, choose a pumpkin from their pumpkin patch, and take in the incredible scenery through the Heber Valley.
450 South 600 West, Heber City
https://www.hebertrain.com/
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3. Take a seasonal cooking class at Salt Lake Culinary Education
Fall is a great time to learn some new culinary skills! Salt Lake Culinary Education has a variety of seasonal cooking classes that highlight autumn flavors and help you learn new techniques. From making the perfect pie crust to crafting a restaurant-worthy brunch at home, these hands-on cooking classes in Salt Lake City are great for all skill levels and abilities.
Check out some of the upcoming fall cooking classes:
- Autumn Brunch where you’ll learn how to make a pumpkin brioche french toast bake, bacon and caramelized onion quiche, and a smoked old fashioned with candied bacon.
- Beer pairing classes featuring fall inspired dishes and seasonal beers from local breweries.
- Pie Perfection workshops to help you get ready for holiday baking.
- Kids cooking classes for all the junior chefs out there, where they’ll learn how to make fun fall treats.
Not only will you learn how to make these autumn-inspired dishes, but you’ll get to enjoy them after the class is finished!
View our upcoming cooking classes in Salt Lake City here.
2233 South 300 East, Salt Lake City
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4. Enjoy Oktoberfest at Snowbird
Oktoberfest at Snowbird is one of those “Utah bucket list” activities. There’s so much to do, including a biergarten with a variety of beers from Utah breweries like Bohemian, Moab Brewery and more. Don’t forget to order a bratwurst and sauerkraut to go with it.
Plus there’s activities for the whole family, like the Mountain Coaster, music and art exhibits, and the sound of alphorns played from Hidden Peak.
9385 Snowbird Center Trail, Snowbird
https://www.snowbird.com/oktoberfest/
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5. Visit the Salt Lake City Downtown Farmers Market
The Downtown Farmers Market basically runs all year, albeit from two locations in SLC. You can check out the Saturday Market through October 19 at Pioneer Park and pick up grass fed meats, eggs and even local products like honey, baked goods and more.
Urban Food Connections of Utah also runs a Winter Market at The Gateway from November 9 through April 19.
Pioneer Park, 349 West 300 South, Salt Lake City
https://www.slcfarmersmarket.org/saturday-farmers-market
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6. Take your family to the Fall Festival at Cross E Ranch
What better way to celebrate the harvest than a trip to a real farm! The Cross E (+E) is one of the oldest cattle brands in the West, and today the Cross E Ranch is a working farm and ranch right in Salt Lake City. Their Fall Festival has something for everyone, with a corn maze, pumpkin patch, food and treats to purchase and even pig racing.
3500 North 2200 West, Salt Lake City
https://www.crosseranch.com/fall-festival-info
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7. See a giant pumpkin at The Gateway
You’ve heard of the mythical “Great Pumpkin”? Well this is a Giant Pumpkin Palooza taking place at The Gateway. The Utah Giant Pumpkin Growers are presenting a weigh off, there will be a pumpkin drop, a zombie walk and makeup booth, activities for the kids and even a pie eating contest.
400 West 200 South, Salt Lake City
https://atthegateway.com/calendars/giant-pumpkinpalooza/
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