Community Events

Utah Youth Rodeo
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 4:30–9:30 PM
Golden Spike Event Center. Free admission. Ages 2–14 compete in youth rodeo events.
Event infoNature Trivia Night
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 5:30–6:30 PM
Ogden Nature Center. Compete for a $25 gift card.
Event infoWasatch Audubon Monthly Program
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 7:00–9:00 PM
Ogden Nature Center. Hybrid birding session with expert or slideshow each month.
Event infoPlanting Day
Thursday, Sept. 18, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Ogden Nature Center. Volunteer to help plant over 300 native, pollinator-friendly plants.
Event infoWeed 'em & Reap
Friday, Sept. 19, 8:00–10:00 AM
Ogden Nature Center. Weekly habitat restoration—volunteers remove invasive plants.
Event infoGuided Bird Walk
Saturday, Sept. 20, 8:00–9:30 AM
Ogden Nature Center. $6 members, $10 non-members. Walk with a naturalist to spot local birds.
Event infoGentle Movements
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 1:30–2:30 PM
Main Library. Low-impact movement (yoga, dance, meditation).
Event infoWild Wednesday: The Bear Facts
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 3:45–4:00 PM
Ogden Nature Center. Family-friendly talk—bear safety and ecology.
Event infoHarvest Moon Celebration 2025
Saturday, Sept. 20, 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
Historic 25th Street. Ogden’s biggest end-of-summer bash! Family fun, music, artisans. Free.
Event info3rd Annual Dinosaur Park Car Show
Saturday, Sept. 20, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Eccles Dinosaur Park. Classic cars, dino displays, and prizes.
Event info18th Annual NUHOPE Suicide Awareness Walk
Saturday, Sept. 20, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Ogden Amphitheater. Free event for suicide prevention and support.
Event infoOgden Trails – Downhill Bike Race
Saturday, Sept. 20, 1:00–3:00 PM
The Rut Trail. $40 to race, free to watch. Part of Shindig.
Event infoOgden Trails Shindig
Saturday, Sept. 20, 6:00–9:00 PM
Union Station. Food, music, awards, vintage bikes, $20.
Event infoCrossroads of the West Gun Show
Saturday, Sept. 20, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Golden Spike Event Center. $12 (kids under 12 free).
Event infoFall Fun Festival
Saturday, Sept. 20, 3:00 PM
Southwest Branch Library. Outdoor festival with activities for all ages.
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Arts & Culture

Jewelry Making Class (recurring)
Monday, Sept. 15, 6:30–8:30 PM
Local Artisan Collective, $40 (plus materials). All skill levels welcome.
Event infoExcellence in the Community: Mariachi de mi Tierra with Viva Mexico Ballet
Monday, Sept. 15, 7:30–9:00 PM
Peery's Egyptian Theater. Free, RSVP requested. Traditional Mexican music and dance.
Event infoThe Princess Bride (Movie Night)
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 7:00–9:00 PM
Peery's Egyptian Theater. Family favorite, $10.
Event infoAir Plant Terrarium Class
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 6:00–7:00 PM
Local Artisan Collective, $29. Create your own air plant arrangement.
Event infoJazz Nights (recurring)
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 6:00–8:00 PM
Two-Bit Bistro. Free, all ages. Live local jazz, food and drink specials.
Event infoOdyssey Dance Presents: Thriller
Friday, Sept. 19, 7:30 PM & Saturday, Sept. 20, 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
WSU Austad Auditorium. Utah’s legendary Halloween dance spectacular.
Event infoChamber Orchestra Ogden – Season Opener
Saturday, Sept. 20, 7:30–8:30 PM
Peery's Egyptian Theater. $10, veterans and students free.
Event infoThe Wizard of Oz (Musical)
Multiple showtimes during the week
Beverly’s Terrace Plaza Playhouse, Washington Terrace. All-ages musical classic—check venue for showtimes.
Event infoCopper Bowl Metalsmithing Class
Friday, Sept. 19, 7:00–9:00 PM
Local Artisan Collective. Hands-on class—make your own copper bowl.
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Live Music & Nightlife

Monday, Sept. 15
Mariachi de mi Tierra with Viva Mexico Ballet
7:30 PM, Peery’s Egyptian Theater
Free, all ages—Traditional Mexican music and dance.
Tuesday, Sept. 16
Dixon Haze
5 PM, The Thirsty Horse
Free, 21+—Country.
Wednesday, Sept. 17
Ogden Twilight: The Flaming Lips
5 PM, Ogden Amphitheater
$23.71+, all ages—Summer concert series.Jazz Night, Hosted by Alan & Pepper
6 PM, Two Bit Bistro
Free, all ages—Live jazz.
Thursday, Sept. 18
Eden’s Yellow Rose
6–8 PM, Gandy Dancer Mercantile
Free, all ages—Local.Cooper Lavallee
7–9 PM, Roosters B Street Brewery
Free, 21+—Singer/songwriter.Dope Soul Sunset Sessions w/ SPOOKI & GOYK
8 PM, Alleged (rooftop)
$10 door/$5 presale, 21+—Live DJs.
Friday, Sept. 19
Ophir Creek
6–8 PM, Gandy Dancer Mercantile
Free, all ages.Poeina
7 PM, Talisman Brewing
$5, 21+—Singer/songwriter.Kal King
7 PM, Side Bar at Ogden’s Own
21+.Korene Greenwood
7–9 PM, Warrens Craft Burger
Free, all ages—Acoustic blues/rock.KTHKNG, Uncle Opey, High Charity
7 PM, Black Lung Society
$12, all ages.Bill N Diane
8–10 PM, Angry Pub & Kitchen
Free, 21+—Rock/folk duo.Never Enough
7:30 PM, The Thirsty Horse
Free, 21+.Punks & Punchlines
8 PM, Kamikazes Ogden
$5, 21+—Music & comedy.Basement Blues Review
9 PM, Brewskis
$5, 21+—Blues.The Opskamatrists/The Makeways
9 PM, Funk 'N Dive
$5, 21+—Ska/originals/covers.Suburban Cowboys
9 PM, The Outlaw
$5, 21+—Country/rock.
Saturday, Sept. 20
Andrea Sharp & Timeless Country
6–8 PM, Gandy Dancer Mercantile
Free, all ages.Live Diva Jazz: Standards & Substandards (Duo)
6–8 PM, Two Bit Bistro
Free, all ages.Paddy Teglia
7–9 PM, The Thirsty Horse
Free, 21+.Riley Rawlings
7 PM, Talisman Brewing
$5, 21+—Folk-rock.Crooked Jaw/Calico/Seventh Seal/Erinne Jones
8 PM, The Boiler Room
$12 adv/$15 door, all ages.Mortus w/ Contraferrous/Angel Slaughter/High Charity
7 PM, Black Lung Society
$12, all ages.DJ Bryson Dearden
8–11 PM, Angry Pub & Kitchen
Free, 21+—Rooftop DJ.Hi-Fi Murder/Drop The Gloves
8 PM, Kamikazes Ogden
$5, 21+—Punk/rock.Kip Congo & The Boy In Blue
9 PM, Brewskis
$5, 21+—Indie/rock/Americana.Hot Take Burlesque w/ Psyche’s Cypher
9 PM, Funk 'N Dive Bar
$10, 21+—Burlesque & rock.Suburban Cowboy
9 PM, The Outlaw
$5, 21+.
Sunday, Sept. 21
Sunday Vibes w/ Kal King
1–4 PM, Steve’s Black Sabbath BBQ
Free, all ages.Open Mic
4–8 PM, Side Bar at Ogden’s Own Distillery
Free, 21+.
Sports & Rec

Turn Pro Jackpots Barrel Race
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 4:00–8:30 PM
Golden Spike Event Center. Free for spectators—watch regional riders compete in this weekly barrel racing series.
Event infoOgden Trails – Downhill Bike Race
Saturday, Sept. 20, 1:00–3:00 PM
The Rut Trail, 3750 Skyline Dr. $40 to race, free for spectators. Fast and fun local downhill contest as part of the Shindig.
Event infoOgden Trails Shindig
Saturday, Sept. 20, 6:00–9:00 PM
Union Station. $20 entry. Celebrate Ogden’s trail and bike community—food, vendors, music, vintage bike show, and cycling awards.
Event infoHuntsville Marathon
Saturday, Sept. 20, 7:00 AM start
Monte Cristo to Huntsville Park, 200 S 7400 E, Huntsville. Boston-qualifier, scenic point-to-point course in Ogden Valley.
Event infoPeak Challenge
Ongoing all week
Take on Malans Peak, Lewis Peak, or Mt. Ogden. Log your hike or climb for seasonal recognition and prizes.
Event infoCrossroads of the West Gun Show
Saturday, Sept. 20, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Golden Spike Event Center. $12 admission (kids 12 & under free). Large regional show featuring sporting arms, collectibles, safety, and more.
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Civic Engagement

Ogden City Council Work Session
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 3:30–5:30 PM
City Municipal Building, 2549 Washington Blvd. Work session covering current city business. Open to the public.
Event infoOgden City Council Meeting
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 6:00–9:00 PM
City Municipal Building, 2549 Washington Blvd. Main public meeting for city discussions, voting, and comments.
Event infoOgden City Planning Commission Work Session
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 5:00–7:00 PM
2549 Washington Blvd. Committee working on city planning and neighborhood issues. Public welcome.
Event infoOgden Trails Network Committee Meeting
Thursday, Sept. 18, 4:30–5:30 PM
2549 Washington Blvd., Room 710. Committee for the area’s trail system, open to advocates and the public.
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NOTES FROM THE HORSE
“Neigh.”
Until next time,

Raw, weird, and local.