Get ready for a fun weekend in Salt Lake City! Saturday is Pi Day with celebrations at the Clark Planetarium, and we also have the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade downtown. Sunday offers museum visits and library playtime.
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49th Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade & Siamsa
The Gateway
The big outdoor parade and community festival downtown on Saturday.
Science Demo Saturday: A Pi Day Celebration!
Clark Planetarium
Indoor, hands-on math and science exploration celebrating Pi Day.
Museum Mashup: Colorful Caterpillar
The Gale Museum
A free craft kit specifically targeted at Pre-K and early elementary kids in South Jordan.
· March 14
4FREE : The parade kicks off at 11:00 AM, followed by the Siamsa festival running until 5:00 PM at The Gateway. It’s a great outdoor event to catch some local spirit.This is the main local St. Patrick's Day street celebration happening right in the city center.
: If your older kids are interested in media creation, this hour-long workshop covers the basics of podcasting at the Main Library.Offers a unique, skill-building activity on Saturday afternoon that appeals to tweens and teens.
: If your family prefers soccer, the Real Salt Lake team is playing at America First Field on Saturday. Check the website for kickoff time.A prime Saturday evening/afternoon activity for local soccer fans.
: If you don't mind driving south to Orem, the SCERA Center is hosting the Teen Edition of Hadestown on Saturday. Check their site for the exact showtime.This is a professional theatre production aimed at a specific age group.
· March 15
1: Catch a Utah Grizzlies hockey game at the Maverik Center this Sunday. Great live action for sports-loving families.A quintessential local sports experience available on Sunday.
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9: Celebrate Pi Day with math and art activities happening in the Planetarium lobby. Don't miss the special presentation in the Learning Space showing how NASA uses pi in space exploration.It’s a fun, educational way to celebrate Pi Day on the actual date (March 14th) with hands-on activities.
: Check out the Life on the Edge exhibit this weekend at the EcoCenter. This is a good stop for nature-loving families before the exhibit moves on.It's a limited-run exhibit running across both weekend days, offering a nature-focused activity.
: Explore the Bug World display at the NHMU. While the museum typically requires admission, this exhibit should provide great entertainment for insect enthusiasts.A popular museum exhibit running all weekend, great for science fans, even if the start time listed is 10 am.
FREE : A dedicated hour of playtime scheduled at the Main Library branch this Sunday afternoon. This is a reliable option if you need a low-key indoor activity.It's a known recurring program confirmed for Sunday afternoon, perfect for an easy, free outing.
FREE : If you have a Bank of America card, score free general admission to the UMFA this Sunday. It’s a fantastic cultural stop without the usual cost.Offers free access to a major cultural institution on Sunday, contingent on holding the right credit/debit card.
FREE : Stop by The Gale Museum for a fun craft kit where kids can make a colorful caterpillar! This is perfectly geared toward your younger elementary crowd.This activity is specifically aimed at Pre-K through 3rd grade, making it reliably fun for younger siblings.
FREE : This event runs concurrently with Playtime on Sunday afternoon. It might feature short performances or exhibits, offering variety at the Main Library.It is listed alongside Playtime on Sunday, suggesting a dual programming opportunity at the library.
: Check out the Winter Bazaar at Millcreek Common on Sunday. This suggests an outdoor market/festival feel, perfect for a late-winter Sunday afternoon outing.It’s an event specifically listed for Sunday at a local gathering spot.
: Head over to Park City for a free-feeling concert series in the afternoon on Saturday. Great way to spend a late winter afternoon outdoors.An afternoon outdoor concert series confirmed for Saturday afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Salt Lake City this weekend?
This weekend (Mar 14-15) you can catch the free St. Patrick's Day Parade & Siamsa downtown on Saturday, plus free Playtime and 12 Minutes Max programming at the Main Library on Sunday afternoon.
Are there any special Saturday activities for Pi Day?
Yes, the Clark Planetarium is hosting Science Demo Saturday: A Pi Day Celebration! with ongoing activities in the lobby.
What is happening on Sunday near the University of Utah?
If you have a Bank of America card, you can get into the Utah Museum of Fine Arts for free on Sunday as part of the Museums on Us program.
