Looking for a study break? Check out the University of Utah Exchange Student Newsletter to see things to do around the U and Salt Lake!
Campus Events, Arts and Culture Free events and holidays Sports, Outdoors and Dining
Important Dates
Learning Abroad Fall Fair: October 4th - 8th
Fall Break: October 10th - October 16th
Halloween: October 31st
Campus Events
Bike the Jordan River Parkway
What: Go on an extended, relaxing and scenic bike ride along the Jordan River with Campus Recreation Services. Transportation to and from the trail will be provided.
When: Saturday, October 2nd
Where: Meet at the Student Life Center, Outdoor Adventures Lobby
Cost: $30
More information: Call 801-581-8516 or visit the Outdoor Adventures lobby at the Student Life Center to register. https://www.trumba.com/calendars/university-of-utah?eventid=155534599
Intro to Rock Climbing at Big Cottonwood Canyon
What: Go on a rock climbing outing with Campus Recreation Services. Open to all levels; no experience is necessary. Transportation will be provided.
When: Sunday, October 3rd and Sunday, October 24th
Where: Meet at the Student Life Center, Outdoor Adventures Lobby
Cost: $40
More information: Call 801-581-8516 or visit the Outdoor Adventures lobby at the Student Life Center to register. https://campusrec.utah.edu/outdoor-adventures/trips/index.php
Chinese standup Comedy: Xiang Sheng 相声
What: Learn about the Chinese standup comedian Xiang Sheng, hosted by the Confucius Institute.
When: 6:30 – 8:00 PM, Friday, October 1st
Where: Https://utah.zoom.us/j/4055007511
More information: https://www.trumba.com/calendars/university-of-utah?eventid=155645829
Arts, Culture, Concerts
Snowbird Oktoberfest
What: Utah’s most popular German festival with food, music and drinks
When: Through mid-October, 2021; Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 6 pm
Where: Snowbird, 9385 Snowbird Center Dr, Snowbird, UT 84092
More Information: https://www.snowbird.com/oktoberfest/
Beyond Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience
What: A rich and unique multimedia experience immersing you into the world of Van Gogh
When: Exhibit opens October 8th, 2021
Where: Atmosphere Studios, 326 West 700 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
More Information: https://vangoghsaltlake.com/
Walk the Moon Concert
What: Concert at The Complex
When: Friday, October 22nd, 2021 @ 7 pm
Where: The Complex, 536 West 100 South, Salt Lake City, UT
More Information: https://www.thecomplexslc.com/event-2012.htm
Sports/Outdoors
What: Utah Football vs. Arizona State:
Where: Rice-Eccles Stadium 451 1400 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84112
When: Saturday, October 16th, 2021
More information: https://utahtickets.com/muss/
What: Utah Jazz Basketball vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
Where: Vivint Arena, 301 S Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
When: Wednesday, October 20th, 2021, 7:00 PM
More information: https://www.nba.com/jazz/schedule
What: Utah Football vs. UCLA:
Where: Rice-Eccles Stadium 451 1400 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84112
When: Saturday, October 30th, 2021
More information: https://utahtickets.com/muss/
Dining
Missing home? Here are some great restaurants with cuisine from across the world!
Finca:
What: Spanish restaurant serving tapas and pinchos with a focus on local ingredients
Where: 1513 S 1500 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84105
How much: $$
When: Monday – Saturday 5 pm – 9 pm; Sunday – 11 am – 3 pm, 5 pm – 9 pm
More information: https://www.fincaslc.com/
Siegfried’s Delicatessen:
What: Casual German market/deli with classics such as schnitzel and bratwurst
Where: 20 W 200 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
How much: $
When: Monday – Thursday 9am – 6pm, Friday – Saturday 9am – 9pm
More information: http://www.siegfriedsdelicatessen.com/
Red Iguana:
What: A classic SLC Mexican restaurant serving regional Mexican favorites
Where: 736 W North Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
How much: $$
When: Sunday – Thursday 11am – 9 pm, Friday – Saturday 11 am – 10 pm
More information: https://www.rediguana.com/
Takashi:
What: Japanese restaurant serving sushi and other Japanese delicacies
Where: 18 W Market St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
How much: $$
When: Monday – Friday 11:30 am – 2 pm, 5:30 pm – 10 pm; Saturday 5:30 pm – 10 pm; Sunday – closed
More information: https://www.takashisushi.com/