tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099Wed, 06 Nov 2024 02:57:12 +0000freeeventsSalt Lake CitySalt Lake CountymuseumUtahinexpensiveUtah Countysciencepark2008MayZooOgdenbook reviewhistorylibraryProvoWeber CountyanimalscavedinosaurspolltourtriviaMurrayState ParkWest JordanadventuremusictrailBox Elder CountyBrigham CityLoganTaylorsvilleaviaryenvironmentfestivalfireworksmembershipmembersipminenature centerplanetariumrailroadreciprocitystorytimethings to doAboutAmerican ForkAntelope IslandAprilBothwellBurger KingCache CountyCamp FloydChristams lightsCoppertonDavis CountyFacebookFlying JFrontRunnerGoblin ValleyGreat Salt LakeHill Air Force BaseIdahoJordan RiverKennecottLaytonLehiMemorial DayMillard CountyOdgenOgden Nature CenterOremPleasant GroveScipioSpringvilleStansbury ParkThis is the PlaceTooele CountyTreehouse MuseumWest Valley CityWild Westadmissionagreementsairplaneamphitheaterartastronomyauthorbikingbookbreakfastcar showcarnivalcarscelebrationcentral Utahcheapcitiesconcertscontestscouponsculturalcultureexhibitsfavoritesfestivalsfirefightersfoodfountainfungymice skatingislandkidslibrariesmilitarymoderatemoviemoviesoutdoorsparadeparksparkwaypetting zooplanesplaygroundreadingreciprocalridingriverrocketssandwichesstoreswimmingtownstransportationtraveltravelingurban parkvisitwalkingFree and inexpensive things to do in the state of Utah.http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com (Me)Blogger105125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-768173238076769465Tue, 03 Jun 2014 13:43:00 +00002014-06-03T21:17:03.339-06:00adventureBurger Kingcentral UtahFlying JfreeMillard Countypetting zooScipiotravelingUtahZooWhen I was younger, traveling with my family along I-15 between Provo and St. George, was torture.  Small towns were merely passing blurs on our way to St. George, Las Vegas, and Disneyland.  We might occasionally have stopped in Nephi to grab some lunch and top off the gas tank before heading back out on the road.  But after that, it was hours of boredom. Yet, if you know where http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2014/06/have-you-ever-wanted-to-pet-zebra.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-7447971612866016984Mon, 26 May 2014 17:49:00 +00002014-05-26T11:55:14.081-06:00favoritesislandMemorial Daymuseumparkthings to doUtahvisitZooIt's Memorial Day. Swimming pools are opening.  Grills are sizzling.  The kids are nearly out of school. And the call of summer can almost be heard already, "I'm sooooo bored!" At Things To Do, Utah, we're here to help you find interesting places to go and fun activities throughout Utah that won't break the bank. To kick off Summer 2014, here are 10 of our favorite places to go, in http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2014/05/memorial-day-official-unofficial-start.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-6435808245936212583Fri, 15 Jun 2012 01:02:00 +00002012-06-14T19:05:15.610-06:00There is a fantastic drive thats cut a loop through northern Utah, and in the process, takes you from the 19th century to the 21st, from high desert to wetlands, and give you a nice resting spot for lunch in between. Head out in the morning, especially in the summertime for a cooler drive, and go to the Golden Spike National Historic Site (take I-15 to just north of Brigham City and get http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2012/06/trails-rails-and-rockets.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-1384013646540214431Fri, 01 Jun 2012 16:58:00 +00002012-06-01T13:42:13.941-06:00breakfastcelebrationcitiescontestsfestivalfestivalsfireworksfreemoviesparadeswimmingtownsUtahIt's June.  School is out.  Kids are excited (parents, maybe not so much).  The heat of the summer has yet to set in.  And all around Utah, cities and towns are holding celebrations and festivals.  It's really amazing how many different events take place in Utah in June.  Below, I've created a list of festivals going on this month.  I'm sure these aren't all of http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2012/06/in-utah-june-is-month-for-festivals.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-582950784666317855Wed, 30 May 2012 16:52:00 +00002012-05-30T10:52:31.509-06:00 We're at it again!  Expanding our reach to give you great information about Utah no matter where you are. Follow us on Twitter for information and quick updates, share information with us, or even ask us questions! Utah has amazing places and things to do and see.  Don't miss out on any of them.  Follow Things To Do, Utah on Twitter!http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2012/05/were-at-it-again-our-reach-to-give-you.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-8981887976345402637Mon, 28 May 2012 16:41:00 +00002012-05-28T10:41:52.859-06:00eventsFacebookthings to doUtah We've been sharing some of our favorite places to visit around Utah for several years now.  All of those reviews have been posted here on the the Things To Do, Utah blog. Now, we're expanding! We're now on Facebook and we're inviting you to "Like" us.  The Facebook page will be the place where we share daily updates from Utah newspapers, websites, blogs and any other places we http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2012/05/things-to-do-utah-now-on-facebook.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-7844751665273155868Thu, 24 May 2012 19:35:00 +00002012-05-24T13:35:51.509-06:00 It's almost Memorial Day weekend, the official, unofficial beginning of summer.  School will be ending soon and the kids will be looking for things to do.  We're back again to help you fill your summer with fun trips and activities that won't break the bank.  We've been all around the state, to zoos, museums, parks, natural wonders, historic sites and more and have found some http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2012/05/memorial-day-weekend-2012.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-3034544992968437239Thu, 14 Jul 2011 17:30:00 +00002011-07-14T11:40:53.400-06:00admissionfreeKennecottmineI wish I'd caught this one just a little earlier for all of you.The Kennecott Copper Mine is giving FREE admission to the visitor's center until July 17, 2011- BUT, you must print this coupon and take it with you. The admission charge is normally $5.00 per car, but with the coupon presented at the gate, they will wave the fee. The coupon is only good through July 17, 2011- so act quickly.The http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2011/07/visit-kennecott-copper-mine-for-free.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-6007625305254723315Fri, 08 Jul 2011 14:56:00 +00002011-07-08T10:39:32.646-06:00freeHill Air Force Basemilitarymuseumnature centerOdgenOgden Nature CenteroutdoorsplanesTreehouse MuseumThis Saturday, July 9th, 2011, there are a couple of FREE admission days taking place at some great attractions in Weber County.The Treehouse Museum, a children's museum in downtown Ogden has a free admission day. This is a fantastic, interactive museum that lets the kids get hands-on with the exhibits. They can pretend they are the President of the United States and sit behind the desk in a http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2011/07/some-free-activities-this-weekend.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-4796267049694978210Wed, 06 Jul 2011 13:00:00 +00002011-07-06T07:00:27.745-06:00Antelope IslandCamp FloydfreeGoblin ValleylibrarieslibraryState ParkThis is the PlaceWant to visit one of Utah's 43 state parks? Want to do it for free?Try this out: Go to one of the following Utah libraries listed here (PDF file). Ask a librarian for the Utah State Parks Annual Pass and check it out with your library card. The pass will get you into any one of the 43 state parks for FREE day use (no overnight camping).You can spend the day on Antelope Island exploring the http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2011/07/visit-state-park-for-free.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-3635626676731878815Tue, 05 Jul 2011 16:06:00 +00002011-07-05T22:45:09.937-06:00parkparksplaygroundWest JordanWild WestPlaygrounds have gotten infinitely cooler since I was a kid. Most playgrounds that I enjoyed when I was younger consisted mainly of swings, slides and monkey bars.The Wild West Jordan Playground in West Jordan City Park, is a playground themed around the wild west, or at least Utah's version of it. The entrance to the playground is marked by an old water tower which sits in front of an http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2011/07/take-your-kids-to-wild-west-jordan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-4314530493340208961Wed, 29 Jun 2011 03:19:00 +00002011-06-28T21:48:36.598-06:00bikingJordan Riverparkwayridingrivertrailurban parkwalkingOne of my favorite things to do on a summer evening (or even a summer day) is to ride my bike along the Jordan River Parkway Trail.The Jordan River Parkway trail is a wonderful place to go for a walk, run or to ride a bike. All along the trail are various parks, maintained by the different cities the trail passes through. Many of these parks have playgrounds, restrooms, and drinking fountains, http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2011/06/walk-run-ride-or-play.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-4059527954311622903Sat, 25 Jun 2011 22:04:00 +00002011-06-26T14:35:49.533-06:00agreementsaviarymuseumnature centerreciprocalreciprocityZooThere are a number of Utah attractions where you can buy season/yearly passes- Lagoon, Hogle Zoo, Tracy Aviary, etc.But, what many fail to realize is that when you purchase these season/yearly passes, is that there are often other benefits to these purchases known as reciprocal agreements. These agreements get you into other attractions for free, for free on certain days, or give you a discount http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2011/06/reciprocal-agreements-can-save-you.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-1686244424317448858Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:03:00 +00002011-06-23T09:10:03.442-06:00cheapfoodinexpensivesandwichesIf you are out and about today discovering the cool places and things that Utah has to offer, be sure to save some room for lunch at Jimmy John's sandwich shop. You know these guys. They have the freaky, fast delivery commercials. Today, they have the freaky, cheap customer appreciation day.Sandwiches, menu items #1-6 are only $1.00 each at lunchtime. That right $1.00!Be at a participating http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2011/06/feed-family-today-june-23-2011.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-7837674336325424659Tue, 21 Jun 2011 17:45:00 +00002011-06-21T11:48:25.963-06:00car showcarnivalconcertsfireworksfreeTaylorsvilleUtahIt's June 21st, 2011, the first official day of summer! What are you going to do with the kids this summer?Gas prices are still high. Airline tickets can cost you your firstborn. And, have you seen some of the entry fees at amusement parks and other places of interest around the country? It's enough to cause a case of depression.Why not travel around Utah this year? There are a lot of http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2011/06/this-year-make-it-stay-cation-start.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-102271960472612155Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:33:00 +00002011-03-07T08:41:17.008-07:00We're back with a new, updated look and we'll soon be posting new, updated content as well. We'll be updating some of our previous Things To Do, Utah posts with current information about places to visit, what's new at some of the previous places we've visited, and with any new pricing or new ways to take advantage of deals.Spring is just around the corner and there will be all sorts of things http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2011/03/new-look-and-new-ideas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-6051400538118881562Fri, 28 Nov 2008 19:40:00 +00002008-11-28T13:47:03.264-07:00Christams lightsZooNo, you're not seeing things. We're back. Its been a number of months since we've posted to the Things To Do, Utah blog. Although I didn't think that many people were reading our blog, the numbers, even though small, continued day after day over the past months. So, we're back and ready to share more about Things To Do, Utah.'Tis the season, for Christmas lights!There are a lot of displays http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2008/11/hogle-zoo-in-whole-new-christmas-light.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-7834814155172662185Sat, 28 Jun 2008 17:54:00 +00002008-06-28T12:33:06.617-06:00carsfestivalmusicTaylorsvilleIt is, once again, Taylorsville Dayzz! My family looks forward to this great community festival every year.The Valley Regional Park is filled with food, rides, games and auto shows. The Taylorsville Recreation Center is letting people try out the rock climbing wall, the batting cages and the gym and exercise machines for FREE. The pool is open for swimming and you can take a break and read at http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2008/06/neil-diamond-impersonator-in.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-4816680557671487550Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:23:00 +00002008-06-27T10:42:05.841-06:00caveculturedinosaursmuseumrocketstravelSorry, folks. It's been a little while since I've been able to post anything. That pesky day job seemed to get in the way all too often over the last little while.Having gotten the "day job" out of the way, I've spent a few days rambling around the state with the kids looking into some new places and checking up on some old favorites. I've got a lot of new information and some great places forhttp://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2008/06/were-back-and-traveling-once-again.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-1956694460257719267Sat, 07 Jun 2008 15:00:00 +00002008-06-07T09:19:24.960-06:00eventsKids are out of school (at least mine are) and summer programs really begin to rev-up this weekend. There are a lot of great events happening around the state and here are a just a few that have got me excited. For more, check out the "Things To Do, Utah" calendar.The Museum of Anthropology at Utah State University in Logan is holding an "Indiana Jones" marathon. All three movies will be shown http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2008/06/events-for-saturday-june-7-2008.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-7273957566850878797Sat, 07 Jun 2008 14:00:00 +00002008-06-07T08:02:15.648-06:00CoppertonfreeparkSalt Lake CountyIf there is a public park in Utah that is my sentimental favorite, it has to be Copperton Park. It is not nearly as large as Murray Park or have the interactive playground that Discovery Park has, but it has that old fashioned feel of lazy summer days, sipping lemonade in the shade of a large tree. It's like a park from somewhere back in time.The park is in the center of the township of http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2008/06/park-somewhere-in-time.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-4551313652160498655Fri, 06 Jun 2008 18:14:00 +00002008-06-06T12:15:20.770-06:00pollView Poll |View ResultsOnline Polls PoweredBy MicroPollhttp://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2008/06/feedback-friday-for-june-6-2008.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-3415725098359072747Fri, 06 Jun 2008 16:39:00 +00002008-06-06T10:50:14.548-06:00Do you like creepy, cheesy old movies? Then you'll love the showings of "The Creature from the Black Lagoon," and its sequel, "Revenge of the Creature" at the Varsity Theatre at BYU. What's better, the movies will be shown in the original 3-D! There will be trivia contests, prizes and a special guest appearance by the Creature himself. Admission for this event is $3.00 per person, but http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2008/06/event-of-day-for-june-6-2008.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-5596360837027541370Thu, 05 Jun 2008 19:30:00 +00002008-06-05T13:45:07.921-06:00eventsThere are a few things going on tonight that should be mentioned and all of the events are free to attend:Tonight at the King's English Bookshop, Heather B. Armstrong, blogger and creator of Dooce.com will be talking about her book, "Things I Learned About My Dad (In Therapy): Humorous and Heartfelt Essays." This will be a chance to hear from and meet Utah's own blogger extraordinaire, currentlyhttp://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2008/06/free-events-of-day-for-june-5-2008.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9175402686989600099.post-6072670427637788042Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:00:00 +00002008-06-05T08:00:01.946-06:00triviaWhen it comes to transportation and communication in the United States, Utah has played a central role when linking the east and west coasts.The transcontinental telegraph line was connected in Salt Lake City Utah. The telegraph line coming from Carson City, Nevada was completed on October 18, 1861 and the line coming from Omaha, Nebraska was completed on October 24, 1861. This finally http://thingstodoinutah.blogspot.com/2008/06/utah-trivia-thursday-for-june-5-2008.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Me)0