Name: The Polar Express
Start: 2026-11-28
End: 2026-11-28

Owners Kym and Pete Buttschardt are the driving force that IS the lifestyle known as Roosters! They bring a new style of restaurant to each the Weber County and Davis County communities. They immerse themselves into the community. As an anchor in the downtown community of Ogden, Kym and Pete have contributed new life to a historic street in Ogden and bring this same community-minded flare to Layton's Heritage View Blvd.

Roosters Brewing Company

Discover the thrill of casting a line into Utah’s world-class rivers with expert local guides by your side. At Wild Utah Fly Fishing, we believe unforgettable outdoor adventures shouldn’t be complicated or out of reach. Whether you’re a first-time angler or a seasoned fly fisher, our guided trips on the Provo River, Weber River, and other hidden gems are designed to give you hands-on instruction, stunning scenery, and the chance to reel in trophy trout.

[Meet the team](https://wildutahflyfishing.com/meet-the-team/)

Wild Utah Fly Fishing

I-15 north to Ogden. East on 12th Street to the mouth of Ogden Canyon, SR-39. This byway can be divided into 3 distinct parts—Ogden Canyon, Pineview Reservoir, and the Monte Cristo Road. Once you enter the canyon the road quickly narrows and its cliff walls are steep, rugged, and wildly beautiful with layers of limestone and shale streaked with cream, pink, and red. Excellent fishing and hiking can be found in the canyon. Perched at the top of the canyon, 6 miles from the mouth, is scenic Pineview Reservoir and dam. Water recreation is popular year-round, with boat ramps, camping, and picnic facilities. A worthwhile stop for bird watchers is Ogden Bay Waterfowl Management Area’s North Arm Viewing Site, with a pedestrian nature trail. Past the reservoir the byway passes through the town of Huntsville on the way to a steep ascent through South Fork Canyon. The road follows the south fork of the Ogden River through heavily wooded landscapes. As the byway nears Monte Cristo summit, you can glimpse views of Monte Cristo Peak through stands of spruce and Douglas fir. Due to snow conditions, portions of this route are closed in winter.

Ogden River

Minky Couture has affected the lives of a countless number of people throughout the state of Utah and beyond. Many local mothers have been given the opportunity to work as seamstresses from their own homes. This allows them to provide for their families while mastering their professional skills. Minky Couture has created a flexible and family friendly environment that is felt throughout the entire company. This has perpetuated the strength in our belief that women working together locally to provide luxury and comfort to one another is more than manufacturing a product, it is a way of achieving community. Each blanket begins with the highest quality of fabric that maintains its plush soft feel for many years. This fabric isn’t something that you can find at your local fabric store. This fabric is hand-picked and purchased through wholesale distributors ensuring a top-of-the-line thread count. We have maximized the GSM (grams per square meter) in our plush fabrics for the highest quality possible. We are continually improving the thickness and richness of our fabrics. The extensive pattern selections allow for each person to design their own customized blanket. Giving a sense of collaboration and engagement. Minky Couture is a personal partner in bringing and designing luxury and allowing customers the customized gift-giving ability. It isn’t about shopping for a blanket; it is about creating a gift that is a personalized luxury.

Minky Couture

Snowbasin Resort is one of the oldest continuously operating ski areas in the nation. Ever since the first hearty skier schussed down our slopes in 1940, people from all over the United States have come to enjoy our exhilarating powder snow and majestic mountain scenery. The history of Snowbasin and the US Forest Service is a story of discovery, restoration and conservation of this unique and bountiful area as a special place of beauty and adventure.

Snowbasin Resort

The World's FirstFully Mobile 3D Scanning Photo Studio! Picture this… SHRUNK 3D arrives at your event to capture your biggest and sweetest moments with a hyper realistic high-definition 3D replica of you, your family, loved ones and pets! Show off your trendiest outfit, pregnancy, uniform, tattoos, prom dress and more.

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One of the finest collections of historic and modern United States Air Force aircraft, missiles, munitions, and artifacts in America. Visit the Flight Line Gift Shop for aviation books, models, clothing and much, much more. The Reynolds Aerospace Center for Education is a state-of-the-art STEM Education center. Bring your school class, youth group or just members of your family to learn and get up close and personal with a myriad of STEM subjects. Check out the Museum's Web site (www.aerospaceutah.org). The Hill Aerospace Museum is also the site of the Utah Aviation Hall of Fame.

**FREE ADMISSION !!** No Hill AFB gate pass required.

Hill Aerospace Museum

Visit Salt Lake

Salt Lake is the place where the Wasatch mountain peaks frame city streets. Sure, Salt Lake's famed for our winter powder ([four legendary ski resorts](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/skiing-snowboarding/) just 30 minutes from downtown), but that's just one season's story. Summer brings families [hiking through wildflower meadows](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/) before cooling off at a Jazz game or the Gateway fountains. Autumn paints our mountain canyons in gold, perfect for morning strolls that end at local coffee shops. Spring? That's when you might spot baby bison on Antelope Island before heading to the Eccles Theater for a Broadway show. Our soaring Wasatch Mountains rise dramatically from downtown Salt Lake, creating a place where every day offers both natural wonders and urban energy. And while we sit perfectly between the [national parks](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/state-national-parks/) with Yellowstone's geysers and Utah's red rock country, the real magic happens right here, where everyone can [discover the history](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/plan-your-visit/about-salt-lake/) of the city as they find their own rhythm between mountain adventure and city life.

Sports Salt Lake

We’re excited to welcome back a favorite tradition—The Polar Express—now in its 12th year of bringing holiday joy to our community.Come celebrate with us in your coziest, holiday-inspired pajamas and enjoy a morning filled with holiday cheer. Whether it’s your first time or your twelfth, we can’t wait to share this special experience with you. Your presence makes the event even more meaningful.Synopsis: When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.Starring Tom Hanks, Chris Coppla, & Michael JeterThis calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com, Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance.

The Polar Express

2026 Development Player League (DPL)

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2026 Great Western Fall Classic

**Salt Lake City**

**Columbus Day Tournament**

**October 9-12, 2026**

**AA, A, BB, B | 10U-14U**

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**Top Competition**
Play a guaranteed 4 games against top U.S. and Canadian youth hockey teams.

**Olympic-Level Venues**
Hit the ice at the Utah Olympic Oval and Peaks Ice Arena, both iconic sites from the 2002 Winter Olympics.

**Seamless Experience**
On-site photography, on-time games, and on-site staff, including sports medical trainers. Plus, no gate fees!

**Off-Ice Fun**
Enjoy vibrant Salt Lake City and stunning natural scenery between games. Arrive early or stay late and catch a Utah Hockey Club game.

Salt Lake Columbus Day Tournament (Utah Olympic Oval)

We are a full time Hockey Tournament Company that specializes in Full service, professionally operated Hockey Tournaments for Men, Women & Youth of all skill and age levels.

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