How to make it a September to remember

Utah Pride Center

Despite financial struggles, the Utah Pride Center is not closing, according to an updated statement. ICYMI, their last statement said they would be closed the month of September. The LGBTQ+ organization now says they will be pausing programming temporarily and will keep the public updated on revised strategic planning in the coming weeks. [Instagram]

We’re Number 11!

Salt Lake City ranks number 11 for the top tacos in the nation. Do you agree? Clever, a real estate company, analyzed data from Yelp, Numbeo, and Google, and compared the number of taco restaurants per 100,000 residents. [Axios]

The Best Hikes For Labor Day Weekend

What are your plans for the long weekend? As always, we have a roundup of events below. If you’re looking to take advantage of our nearby trailheads, City Cast Salt Lake host Ali Vallarta and prolific hiker Brandon Miller outlined the best hikes for every occasion. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Polynesian Days  🌺 Friday, Saturday, & Monday | Various Times

It’s Polynesian Days at Electric Park at Thanksgiving Point. There will be delicious food, music, and performances. [$5+, Lehi]

Acting Masterclass  🎭 Saturday | 11 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Take an acting masterclass from actor Uli Latukefu at Utah Valley University’s Thanksgiving Point Campus. He’s played roles in Netflix and NBC series. [$20, Lehi]

Far Out Fest  🎶 Saturday | 5-10 p.m.

A backyard music and arts festival by Far Out Cassette Club. Bring your own beer, snacks, and camp chair/blanket. [Free, Poplar Grove]

Project Embrace  🖼️ Saturday | 5-Late

Project Embrace, a nonprofit that helps increase access to healthcare, is celebrating their five-year anniversary. They’re teaming up with Down Haus and Blaq Void for a charity art exhibition and late-night party. 21+ only. [$15-$35, Granary District]

Real Salt Lake vs. Colorado Rapids  ⚽ Saturday | 7:30 p.m.

Watch Real Salt Lake take on the Colorado Rapids at America First Fied. [$15+, Sandy]

Perra  😈 Saturday | 9 p.m.- 1 a.m.

Perra is throwing a ~sinful~ dance party at Church & State. 21+ only. Everyone is welcome, so long as you’re mindful that this space was created to empower queer, trans, gender non-conforming, people of color. [$30, Downtown SLC]

Urban Arts Festival  🎨 Saturday-Sunday | Various Times

The Urban Arts Festival celebrates art, music, and performances at The Gateway. There will be an artist marketplace, kid zone, live mural painting, and a pop-up skate park. [Free, Downtown SLC]

Neighborhood Hive Yoga  🧘‍♂️ Sunday | 11 a.m.

The Neighborhood Hive is hosting an outdoor yoga session by YogaSix. [$25 suggested donation, Sugar House]

Punk Rock Flea Market  🎉 Sunday | 4-9 p.m.

Shop over 50 vendors at the Punk Rock Flea Market at Lost Acorn Gallery. There will be vintage clothing, artwork, vinyl records, and more. [Free entry, Avenues]

Pixies & Modest Mouse  🎤 Sunday | 6:30 p.m.

See the Pixies and Modest Mouse perform at The Union Event Center. [$84+, Capitol Hill]

Sanctioned Camping by Winter? Food Co-Ops, and the Library Is Unionizing

Salt Lake City has named an ambitious timeline for opening a new sanctioned campground: this winter. But where will it go? Building Salt Lake editor Taylor Anderson joins lead producer Emily Means to round up the week’s news, including the far-off opening of a new cooperative food market. Plus, Taylor and Emily share their picks of the week.