Name: "Wizard Behind the Solar Curtain," By Christopher Villarreal
Start: 2026-10-08
End: 2026-10-08

Nacho Daddy is a modern Mexican restaurant chain that serves gourmet nachos, margaritas, and other dishes. The restaurant was founded in Las Vegas in 2010 and aims to elevate nachos from appetizers to entrees. Nacho Daddy makes their sauces and queso fresh daily, and also offers a full vegan menu, all-day breakfast, and Mexican-American dishes. Some say the food is good quality and the portions are large, while others mention the friendly staff and great service.

Nacho Daddy

A contemporary interpretation of classic Italian fare in a room of flourishing greenery and natural woods. With a focus on hand crafted pasta highlighting local produce, artisanal bakery, primes steaks and seafood.

Lupessa

**Opened Feb 14, 2025 at the Gateway in Downtown Salt Lake.**

A project of the nonprofit Utah Arts Alliance, Dreamscapes is born from the imaginations of more than 100 artists, builders and audio-visual wizards. Perhaps most incredible, Dreamscapes is built using upcycled and reclaimed materials, making this Utah’s first environmentally- sustainable attraction. With partnerships from amazing organizations like 3 Form, Salt Palace Convention Center, Habitat for Humanity’s Restore and others, Dreamscapes diverts tons of waste from the landfill. The end result is a vision of beauty that knows no bounds, a manifestation all dreamers can embrace.

The immersive experience follows a dream-inspired storyline to be followed through a polychromatic labyrinth designed by artists, volunteers and audio-visual wizards. The new location is five times bigger and infinitely dreamier. Dreamscapes is appropriate for all ages!

Annual memberships are available for individuals, duos and families. Memberships include free admission to Dreamscapes for one year, presale access to Dreamscapes live performances, invitations to new exhibit preview parties and custom Dreamscapes swag. Memberships are a wonderful way to engage with this ever-evolving attraction.

Additional information at Dreamscapes.Art

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Dreamscapes

The SLCVB's carbon offset program is in partnership with TreeUtah in conjunction with Salt Lake County's One Million Trees program. TreeUtah is a state-wide 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to tree planting and education. Through these actions, we hope to inspire and empower our communities to become active, knowledgeable stewards of our natural environment.

TreeUtah

Red Rock Downtown serves authentic wood-fired specialty pizzas and elevated comfort food just 2 blocks from the Salt Palace Convention Center and 3 blocks from Delta Center in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City.

What makes our downtown location unique: we're in easy walking distance to the Salt Palace Convention Center, perfect for convention attendees who are looking for a unique local dining experience and craft beer.

Our wood-fired ovens create pizzas with perfect char and bubbled crust using house-made dough daily. Everything made from scratch: beer-battered halibut fish and chips, slow-cooked baby back ribs, gourmet burgers, homemade lasagna, pasta and more.

We're family-friendly with a spacious dining area perfect for business lunches, convention groups, and pre-game meals before Utah Jazz games. Walking distance from Temple Square, City Creek Center, and all major downtown hotels.

Family meal packages to-go and are perfect for taking back to your hotel—we'll even do curbside pickup, so you don't have to come inside. Weekend brunch available.

Last, but not least, we have been brewing some of the best craft beer in the country at our very own production brewery with more than 100+ medals from the Great American Beer Festival, World Beer Cup, and North American Brewers Festival. You will find 20+ beer styles available at all times.

Included in the Salt Lake Brewery Pass

Red Rock Brewing Company

Our commitment to breaking down language barriers goes beyond words—it’s a dedication to understanding the rich tapestry of cultures and embracing diversity. Explore a space where communication is elevated to an art, where cultural nuances are celebrated, and where businesses thrive on the strength of meaningful connections. Expand your global market and provide accessible content for your business.

Our consultative approach will find the perfect fit for your language needs and budget, whether you're looking for translation, interpretation, equipment rental or purchase, technical support, AI solutions, or live event services.

U.S. Translation Company

Flanker Kitchen & Sporting Club is an adults-only venue (21+) that spans over 17,500 square feet and features a variety of unique spaces including a polished casual restaurant, three distinctive bars, and 40+ TVs and 2 jumbo LED screens. The venue offers a lively atmosphere with private karaoke and sports simulator rooms, a central sporting club/nightclub, and an exclusive cocktail lounge known as The Parlor. The restaurant serves up elevated American cuisine made from scratch, paired with a selection of spirits and local craft beers. Special weekend brunches offer indulgent breakfast dishes and shared plates. The Sporting Club is the go-to spot for viewing major sporting events on weekends, complete with special food and drink options. On Friday and Saturday nights, the venue transforms into a vibrant social hub featuring top DJs and live music. The newest edition of the parlor, The Hidden Boot Saloon, offers a sophisticated cocktail experience curated by cocktail expert Francesco Lafranconi, and a western country theme built into a speakeasy setting.

Flanker Kitchen & Sporting Club

Specializing in creative American cuisine and thoughtfully crafted cocktails, Carson Kitchen sits in the heart of Salt Lake’s downtown dining scene. Carson Kitchen is built on a philosophy of reimagined comfort food prepared with approachable fine-dining ingredients. The restaurant concept originated in 2014, opening in the historic Fremont East district of Downtown Las Vegas, a partnership between chef and restaurateur Cory Harwell and his dear friend, the late Chef Kerry Simon. Designed to bring a carefully curated experience to our country’s unique & vibrant neighborhoods, Carson Kitchen features a contemporary bar, open kitchen expo counter, and community tables in an industrial yet inviting architecture.

Carson Kitchen

Host your next event in a setting your guests won’t forget. The Utah State Fairpark combines historic charm with versatile indoor and outdoor spaces, making it an ideal destination for trade shows, corporate events, private celebrations, concerts, and livestock exhibitions. With expansive grounds, distinctive buildings, and a team experienced in large-scale event execution, the Fairpark offers both character and capability to bring your vision to life.

Beyond events, the Fairpark is home to the Utah State Fair—one of the state’s most beloved annual traditions. Each September, the grounds transform into a vibrant celebration featuring classic fair food, rides and games, live entertainment, agricultural experiences, and unique local vendors.

Whether you’re planning a high-impact event or looking to experience the energy of the Fair, the Utah State Fairpark delivers memorable moments at every turn. Join us for eleven days of excitement—or create an experience all your own.

Utah State Fairpark & Event Center

The Bistro located inside the new Courtyard by Marriott Downtown

Grab 'n go snacks. Sit-down meals. We've got tastes to suit your speed.

- Take It To Go or Sit and Be Served
- We Proudly Serve Starbucks® Coffee
- Enjoy Seasonal Food and Cocktail Selections

The Bistro

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

Opening reception for "The Wizard Behind the Solar Curtain," inks, graphite, and brushes on Bristol paper/illustration board by Christopher Villareal. Exhibit runs from September 25–November 13.Artist's StatementI am an illustrator who, since childhood, has been fascinated with the world of creation and inspired by the Golden Age of illustration. As the years have gone by, I have learned the methods to further enhance my own abilities in creating these works of art. I am influenced by dark surrealism, fantasy, expressionism, and comics. My work explores the realms beyond this world and what may hide behind them, in a symbolic esoteric structure or in a fantastical nightmare. Mythology, astrology, alchemy, and the occult are centered at the core of my work. This is created through traditional methods, such as inks, graphite, and brushes on Bristol paper or illustration boards. My motivation is to open the minds of spectators to ponder the question: what else could really be out there? As well as inspiring other curious onlookers to pick up a pencil and start illustrating.Artist's BioChristopher Villarreal is an illustrator based in Salt Lake City, Utah, whose work explores the themes of mythology, symbolism, occultism, and astrology through a surrealist and fantastical environment. Born and raised in Ancon, Panama, Christopher started drawing his favorite comic characters, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, at a very early age. He has since been intrigued by the world of illustration and has developed the skills to further express the ideas that come to his mind. He is also invested in creating music. He currently plays in a local grindcore band called Crepusculum, which explores the idea of cryptids living among us. His dream is to create a comic where he'll be able to fully immerse the viewer into his world of dark fantasyThis 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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