Name: Whispers in the Dark: Layton's Scary Storytelling Festival
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-17

1.0 mi/1.6 km loop — From northbound I-15 take exit 332. Follow the frontage road to the intersection of Main and Gentile Street. Turn west on Gentile street, then south on 3200 West which turns into a dirt road. The visitors center is at the end of the dirt road.The hike follows the handicapped-accessible boardwalk at a 4,000-acre nature preserve. 34 interpretive exhibits along the boardwalk and a 30-foot viewing tower help visitors understand the unique ecosystem of the preserve and its importance along the north/south migration route. Visitors are asked to stay on the boardwalk to preserve the integrity of the wetlands for nesting and migrating birds.

Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve

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

Lagoon Amusement Park is your ultimate summer fun spot featuring thrilling rides and attractions, historic Pioneer Village, Lagoon A Beach Waterpark, musical entertainment, games, and a beautiful Campground. Frightmares delights in the fall with several haunted walk-throughs and entertainment. With over 50 rides and non-stop daily entertainment, our park will thrill and delight all ages. If you're looking for the ultimate group outing, come to Lagoon. Enjoy a delicious catered meal, open air pavilion or picnic area with all the excitement Lagoon has to offer. Lagoon is located just 17 miles north of downtown Salt Lake. "For Summer Fun, There's Only One!"

Lagoon Amusement Park / Pioneer Village / Lagoon A Beach Waterpark / Campground

Antelope Island, the largest island in the Great Salt Lake, is accessed via a 7.2-mile causeway. Its 28,022 acres are home to a unique variety of wildlife. Also featured are 25 miles of back country trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, a visitor center that's open year-round, and tours of the Fielding Garr Historic Ranch House. Facilities include RV and primitive camping, a beach picnic area, and marina. The causeway is 7 miles west of I-15 Exit #332 near Layton. Island Buffalo Grill provides food services at the Bridger Bay Beach indoor pavilion building. Open daily at 11 a.m., beginning March 9.

Antelope Island State Park

A new way to see Great Salt Lake. Opening in 2026! The Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Theater at Antelope Island. Expanded visitor and state-of-the-art learning center will feature a 3D Giant Screen Theater. Secrets of Great Salt Lake Premiering at the new 3D Giant Screen Theater in 2026. Journey back to a time when mammoths and saber-toothed cats roamed the shores of ancient Lake Bonneville, and witness its dramatic transformation into today’s Great Salt Lake—formed by one of the largest floods in history. From snow-capped Rocky Mountains to the salt-rich waters of the Lake, this 3D documentary explores a rare and vibrant ecosystem where wildlife thrives and water connects everything. Along the way, meet the scientists, indigenous leaders, farmers, and youth working together to protect this vital watershed for future generations.

Antelope Island 3D Theater

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

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

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

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

Presented by the Davis Arts Council and Layton City in partnership with the Weber State Storytelling Festival and the Utah Storytelling Guild, this FREE festival features spine-tingling stories for all ages, plus seasonal vendors, food trucks, and more.Featuring Guatemala born, Chicago based internationally acclaimed storyteller Nestor Gomez, alongside featured regional storytellers Mo Reynolds and Sam Payne.Also including performances by local storytellers and graduates of the Scary Storytelling Workshop Series.WHEN3:00-6:00 PM – All-ages spooky stories6:00-7:00 PM – Dinner Break7:00-9:00 PM – PG-13 Scary Stories for teens and adultsKenley Amphitheater, 403 N Wasatch Dr, Layton, UT 84041Be a Storyteller! Do you have a chilling tale to tell? Layton City and the Davis Arts Council are seeking new and aspiring storytellers to join a FREE Workshop Series led by experienced Tellers from the Utah Storytelling Guild. Workshop participants are invited to perform at Whispers in the Dark. For ages 10+ Details and participation form HERE.This 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.

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