Park City Weekend Agenda: November 21–24
Renée Zellweger as Judy Garland
Image: Roadside Attractions
All Weekend Long
Park City Film: Judy
Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday at 6 p.m. @ the Park City Library
An in-depth portrayal of the queen of showbiz, Judy Garland, during a five-week, sold-out run at a famous London nightclub. Set thirty years after The Wizard of Oz, Garland (Renée Zellweger) is as captivating as ever—charming her entourage, prepping for performances, battling with management, and reminiscing with friends and fans. General Admission $8; Students and Seniors $7. parkcityfilm.org
Bobby Rush
Friday–Saturday, 8 p.m., Sunday 6 p.m. @ The Egyptian Theatre
Get down with Grammy-winning blues legend, Blues Hall of Famer, 12-times Blues Music Award winner, and B.B. King Entertainer of the Year, Bobby Rush. A rocking, rolling good time. parkcityshows.com
Park City Museum
Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.–6 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
The Robot Zoo
Wednesday through Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10–4 @ Swaner Nature Preserve
Explore the biomechanics of complex animal robots to discover how real animals work. Little engineers will delight in interactive, hands-on exhibits, such as how chameleons change color and a fly walks on the ceiling. Through January 5th. $6 non-members; children 3 and under free. swanerecocenter.org
Thursday, November 21
It’s Worth a Dam? Beaver Dam Analogs and the Swaner Preserve
6:30-8 p.m. @ Swaner Nature Preserve
Learn all about Beaver Dam Analogs (BDA's), why Swaner is installing them, and what they are doing for the local ecosystem. Join Marshall Wolf, Ecology PhD candidate at USU, for an inside look into his research on understanding beaver mediated changes to stream habitat and ecosystem services on the Swaner Preserve. This event is free, but space is limited, and registration is required. swanerecocenter.org
Utah filmmakers have their moment in the spotlight this Thursday at The Jim Santy.
Image: Courtesy Jill Orschel
14th Annual Filmmakers Showcase
7 p.m. @ Park City Library
The 14th Annual Filmmakers Showcase presents an evening of short films and excerpts from artists around Utah. Park City Film and local filmmaker and Showcase founder Jill Orschel will host a reception for artists and attendees following the screening. Free. parkcityfilm.org
Friday, November 22
Opening Day at Park City Mountain
Festivities begin at 8 a.m.; Pay Day first chair at 9 a.m. @ Park City base
Join Park City Mountain for Opening Day (conditions permitting). Festivities include deejay, first chair t-shirts, banner-breaking at the top of Payday Lift, complimentary doughnuts and cocoa, games and more. parkcitymountain.com.
4A Football State Championship
Kickoff at 11 a.m. @ Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City
Cheer on Park City High School's football team as they take on Sky View for the 4A Championship Game. Adults $10, Students $5, Seniors $5, Children 5 and under Free. Go Miners!!!
Saturday, November 23
Bobby Rush delivers his signature, award-winning blues to the Egyptian all weekend long.
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
Nelly
Doors open at 7 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m. @ DeJoria Center
Calling all hip-hop fans—Nelly is in the house! Catch hits from “Ride wit Me” and “Hot in Here” to “Work It,” “Pimp Juice,” and “#1.” Just what the doctor ordered. Limited tickets available at dejoriacenter.com
Sunday, November 24
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. 21+ thespurbarandgrill.com
For more events and up-to-date happenings around town, check out our event calendar.
