Happy New Year! If you’re looking for family friendly events in Salt Lake City this January, then you’ve come to the right place. From Monster Jam to the Abominable Run, there’s an event for every member of the family this month in Salt Lake City. Now that the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is over, get out there and have some fun!
Events in Salt Lake City this January
2016 Winter Market
When: Now through April 22nd, 2017
Where: Downtown Farmers Market
Rio Grande Depot
300 South Rio Grande Street
Salt Lake City, UT
The Winter Market at Rio Grande 2016-2017 season is now open. The Winter Market operates every other Saturday through April 22nd. The Winter Market at Rio Grande was founded in 2013 in response to Salt Lake City’s demand for fresh local goods all year round. Hosted in the historic Rio Grande Depot, this market allows growers to extend the season, and features fresh vegetables from late season harvests and area greenhouses. Like the summer markets, it also offers the best of the region’s grass-fed meats, dairy, honey, eggs, baked goods, and seasonal offerings for the holidays.
Gallivan Center Ice Skating
When: Now through February 26th, 2017
Where: The Gallivan Center
239 South Main Street
Salt Lake City, UT
Monday-Thursday 4pm-9pm Friday-Saturday 12pm-12am Sunday 12pm-7pm *Check the calendar to see black out dates for ice skating due to rentals, events, etc.*
Abominable Run
When: January 7th, 2017
Where: Gardner Village
1100 West 7800 South
West Jordan, UT
Work off those holiday pounds with this fun 5k run in West Jordan. This course will be an out and back course on the Jordan River Parkway Trail. It will start in Gardner Village and finish there. The theme is Abominable Snowmen so we are giving all the runners white hoodies to help you look like a Yeti or Abominable Snowman. We strongly recommend to wear layers. Gardner Village asks that all runners try to stay within the theme.
Monster Jam
When: January 6th and 7th, 2017
Where: Vivint Smart Home Arena
301 W. S Temple
Salt Lake City, UT
Monster Jam starring the biggest performers on four wheels: Monster Jam trucks! The twelve-feet-tall, ten-thousand-pound machines will bring you to your feet, racing and ripping up a custom-designed track full of obstacles to soar over – OR smash through. The 2017 touring season brings more Monster Jam excitement tailored perfectly for your family’s budget, and these colorful, larger-than-life beasts are sure to capture the hearts of both young and old.
The Power of Poison
When: Now through April 16th, 2017
Where: Natural History Museum of Utah
301 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City, UT
Ever consider the possibility of being poisoned by your own hat? Or how a venomous snake could possibly be used to save lives? Come explore poison and its surprising role in our natural and cultural history through immersive environments and engaging interactives. From fairy tales to modern medicine, The Power of Poison explains what’s real, what’s myth, and what remains a mystery.
