Datebook
Park City Weekend Agenda: September 26–29
Ease into shoulder season with an art stroll, history-coming-life cemetery tours, the Scarecrow Festival, film, and live music—or get muddy restoring streams and immersing yourself in nature.

"Maiden" screens at the Jim Santy all weekend long.
All Weekend Long
Park City Film: Maiden
Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday at 6 p.m. @ the Park City Library
"Maiden" amazes with the story of the first ever all-female crew’s path to the Whitbread Round the World sailing race in 1989. Despite facing opposition on all sides, this all-women crew refused to give up and went on to shock the sports world and prove that women are very much the equals of men. General Admission $8; Students and Seniors $6. parkcityfilmseries.org
Thriller!
Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday at 6 p.m. @ The Egyptian Theatre
Prepare to be mystified and mesmerized by a cast of morbid monsters and maniacs. Always a sell-out, this annual show is a Halloween tradition. Warning: This show uses theatrical haze and strobe lighting, and is recommended for ages 12+. parkcityshows.com
The Robot Zoo
Wednesday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. @ Swaner EcoCenter
Discover how real animals work by checking out the biomechanics of complex animal robots. Swaner's exhibit (through Jan. 5) reveals the magic of nature as a master engineer. Explore the robot animals and hands-on activities, which illustrate fascinating real-life characteristics, such as how a chameleon changes colors and how a fly walks on the ceiling. Great for ages 4 to adult. $6 per person; Admission is free for children 3 and under and members. swanerecocenter.org
Stream and Riparian Restoration Project
Thursday–Saturday, 9–4 p.m. @ Swaner Nature Preserve/East Canyon Creek
Help Swaner Nature Preserve build Beaver Dam Analogs (BDA) on East Canyon Creek. A BDA is a man-made structure that mimics the form and function of a natural beaver dam. This fun outdoor project helps improve habitat and water quality. Some waders and boots are available, but bring your own boots, if they have them. Kids 10+ welcome with a parent. No experience is necessary. Free. wildutahproject.org/stream-and-riparian-restoration
Park City Museum
Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday, noon–6 @ Park City Museum
Explore Park City’s rich mining history through interactive and educational exhibits that take you into a mine shaft and old-time jail. Children can complete a “Park City History Detectives” activity, digging deeper into the past. parkcityhistory.org
Friday, September 27
Last Friday Gallery Stroll
6–9 p.m. @ Main St. Park City
Enjoy light refreshments while strolling Main St. and exploring Park City’s exciting art scene. During the Last Friday Gallery Stroll, members of the Park City Gallery Association offer a unique monthly showcase highlighting artists, special exhibits and art events. Free. parkcitygalleryassociation.com
Saturday, September 28
Saturday Morning Nature Walk
8:30–10 a.m. @ Swaner EcoCenter
Discover the Swaner Preserve with a guided nature tour, navigating the wetlands while learning about the diverse plant and animal species found in its grasses and waters. Keep your eyes peeled for an abundance of birds, elk, and perhaps a nesting sandhill crane. $10 per person, $5 locals, free for Swaner members. swanerecocenter.org

The annual Historic Glenwood Cemetery Tours (for ages 10+), return to the graveyard this Saturday, as local actors tell the tales of those who lived and died in Park City's rough-and-tumble mining days.
Image: Park City Museum
Historic Glenwood Cemetery Tours
10:45 a.m.–noon and 12:45pm–2 p.m. @ Glenwood Cemetery
Meet characters from Park City's past—Patsy Coughlin, Sheriff John Harrington, Alex Langdon, Michael Crowley, Mary Payne, and others— as history comes alive at the cemetery. Actors in period costume stand at various gravesites and tell "their" tales of life and death in our historic mining town. $15 per person (the event serves as a fundraiser), appropriate for ages 10 years and older. Space is limited and reservations are required.No dogs please. parkcityhistory.org
Scarecrow Festival at McPolin Farm
2–4 p.m. @ McPolin Farm
Scarecrow Festival is back at the McPolin Farm. Get creative and bring whatever items you need to craft your own scarecrow including a head, clothing, safety pins, shoes, props, scissors and other fun and funky accessories. Take the bus, bike, or park on Aspen Springs Drive and hike the trail, or use the tunnel to access the Farm from the east side of 224. Event tickets are $40 (for a group of four) and include pumpkins, refreshments, activities, one scarecrow support and stuffing material. If you can't make the event, but still want to make a scarecrow for the trail, "non-event" tickets are also available and include one scarecrow support and packet with nametag and supplies to secure your scarecrow to the support. All tickets purchased online in advance at www.parkcityrecreation.org.

The Scarecrow Festival returns. Even if you can't make the Saturday event, be sure to stroll the Farm Trail and check out the hay-filled creations in coming weeks.
Image: Courtesy Park City Municipal
Three Dog Night
7 [email protected] DeJoria Center
Boogie on down with Three Dog Night, whose hits are woven through the fabric of pop culture through radio, commercials and movies— “Mama Told Me (Not To Come)”, “Joy to the World”, “Black and White”, “Shambala” and “One." Ages 21+ with valid ID required. Tickets start at $35. dejoriacenter.com
Gallery MAR: Havoc Live Art Installation
7-9 p.m. @ The Lodge at Blue Sky, Wanship
Observe Provo-based artist Havoc Hendricks as he combines painting mediums in a nature-inspired, live art installation at The Lodge at Blue Sky. The event takes place in the lodge’s Signature Suite No 5, where music, food, and drinks round out the experience of watching the artist in his flow. aubergeresorts.com
Sunday, September 29
Swaner’s Craft Sunday
11 a.m.–1 p.m. @ Swaner EcoCenter
Indulge your crafty kids with a nature-themed craft at the EcoCenter. All ages are welcome. swanerecocenter.org
Patrick Ryan
7-10 p.m. @ The Spur Bar & Grill
Patrick Ryan covers old favorites and new, bringing a great time to every performance. 21+ thespurbarandgrill.com
For more events and up-to-date happenings around town, check out our event calendar.
Film
Maiden Screening
Special Events
The Robot Zoo
Special Events
Stream and Riparian Restoration
Concerts