Vacation this Winter in Utah

Elevation Utah 2024 - Feb. 28th - March 3rd

-Queerski is a local program, during Park City’s ski week, and we aren't directly affiliated with the LA based Elevation parties. Rather, we're a group of friends and local organizations who are banding together to add skiing and local expression to the week. We describe ourselves as a fledgling winter pride in the mountains of Utah, working to build community at the intersection of queer and outdoor culture.

-We’re here to ski, so 2024 brings a larger focus to our on mountain track of programming. We’ll move across Park City Mountain, taking over select lodges as the hubs from which we'll explore the whole range. They’ll be our meetup spot for ski groups and clinics, somewhere to take a break, grab a bite, run into new people, and eventually dance into apres.

Pride Ride Utah - Apr. 6th

Pride Ride was founded by a group of three mental health therapists and avid snowboarders who want to improve LGBTQIA2S+ access to skiing and snowboarding. The goal for Pride Ride is to create community connection and raise money for one of the many Utah non-profits that also serve to uplift Utah’s LGBTQIA+ community.

Salt Lake Men's Choir Sings We a Merry Christmas for the 40th Time - Dec. 8th - 10th, one of the largest ensembles present a selection of holiday favorites

HOLIDAY HORROR SPECTACULAR - Dec. 15th @ 9pm, at Metro Music Hall

Featuring: RuPaul's Drag Race 13: UTICA, Kay Bye, Gaye, Agony Ray, Ivy Dior Stephens, Cherry Poppins, Willie Touchya, Ms. Meredith & Lady Dy

Celebrate 10 years of Utah's Marriage Equality Act with a free film screening of "Church & State" - Dec. 20th @ 7pm, at Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center

-Church & State is the improbable story of a brash, inexperienced gay activist and a tiny Salt Lake City law firm that joined forces to topple Utah’s gay marriage ban. The film’s ride on the bumpy road to equality in Utah offers a glimpse at the Mormon church’s influence in state politics and the squabbles inside the gay community that nearly derailed a chance to make history.

-Church & State is a story of triumph, setback and a little-known lawsuit that should have failed, but instead paved the way for a U.S. Supreme Court decision that legalized gay unions nationwide.

-The Church & State film screening event includes a post-film discussion hosted by Radiowest's Doug Fabrizio talking with local Utah filmmaker, Holly Tuckett.

Encircle Only Love Gala - Encircle has announced their Only Love Gala on January 13, 2024. This will be an unforgettable evening that brings together community leaders and allies to support critical mental health programs and therapy that Encircle provides for LGBTQ+ youth and families. Held in the iconic glass-enclosed hangar at Adobe's building in Lehi, the evening will be hosted by TV personality Kalen Allen and feature performances by GENTRI and EJ Michels. Encircle will honor Angelica Ross and RK Russell with their LGBTQ+ Ally Awards, and Ashley Smith will receive Encircle's LGBTQ+ Ally Award. Learn more at encircletogether.org/only-love-gala

Nordic Night Owling - Dec. - Jan. at Sundance resort, snowshoe to learn about winter wildlife

Experience the solitude of a Mount Timpanogos winter landscape on a professionally guided snowshoe tour presented by the Great Basin Wildlife Rescue. Using live owls, experts will teach about wildlife in winter then head out on the trail to call and locate owls in the area.

Tree Lighting Ceremony at Sundance Resort - Dec. 15th @ 5:30pm

Come celebrate the season with a ceremonial lighting of the Tree at the village (near the lift). Stay for time with Santa, cookies, and hot cocoa!

Brunch with Santa at Sundance Resort - Dec. 16th @ 8am - 2pm

Join us for a festive celebration at Sundance’s “Brunch with Santa Claus”. This enchanting event promises a splendid buffet of brunch favorites and a special appearance by Santa, creating a magical backdrop for families to weave holiday memories amidst the picturesque charm of Sundance. Children will have the opportunity to interact with Santa and capture these joyful moments in photographs. $45 per adult $35 per child.

Midway Ice Castles - Jan. - Feb.

Ice Castles at Soldier Hollow Nordic Center is returning with a new castle design featuring slides, caverns, tunnels, crawl spaces and new sculptures all made entirely from ice. This season the award-winning frozen attraction will debut a new ice soda bar powered by Quench It! This season will also be enhanced with new lighting features, snow igloos, and horse-drawn sleigh wagon rides to complement the wintry experience.

Bryce Canyon Ice Ribbon - Dependent on weather, open into about February

-What says "winter-outdoor-fun" better than Ice skating? Our Ice Skating Rink is located across from Ruby's Inn at the Winter Activity Center (Ebenezer's Barn & Grill building)

-Young and old alike can enjoy this time proven winter favorite. Bring your own skates or rentals are available at the Winter Activity Center at Ruby's Inn.

Bryce Canyon Winter Festival - Feb. 17-19

The Bryce Canyon Winter Festival has something for everyone. There will be Free clinics, demos and tours. Events may be subject to change due to snow and weather conditions, but the Bryce Canyon Winter Festival will be held regardless of snow conditions.

Photos by Jovany Villalobos @thevillagewolf