What to Expect When You Spend Time in Salt Lake City, Utah
Work Hard, Play Hard
University of Utah Health is known for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation. We believe in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and training the next generation of health care professionals. We also believe your time with us should be both challenging and fun. We offer not just competitive programs of study but also a quality of life that's hard to beat.
Located in Salt Lake City, Utah, our institution has close access to a variety of outdoor activities. Whether you ski, bike, hike, or just walk, our outdoors scene is unparalleled. If the outdoor scene isn’t for you, Utah is also home to several cultural and sporting events. You’ll find plenty of entertainment, museums, galleries, and more.
Our faculty, fellows, and residents in the Division of Urology have compiled a list of some of their favorite things to showcase all that Salt Lake City and Utah have to offer. If you are considering moving to Utah, please look through our resources. We hope to see you soon.
Events & Entertainment
Arts and Culture
- Ballet West/Nutcracker
- “Old Jews Telling Jokes” Nights at Feldman’s Deli
- Festival of Colors at the Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple
- Red Butte Garden Concert Series
- Salt Lake City Acting Company
- Salt Lake Symphony
- Sundance Film Festival
- The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square
- The Hive Winery
- Utah Museum of Fine Arts
- Viva la Diva Cabaret Dinner Show
Amusement Parks
Outdoor Events
- Buffalo Roundup on Antelope Island
- Dog Sledding
- LoToJa Classic 200+ Mile Bike Ride
- Oktoberfest at Snowbird
- Deer Valley Torchlight Parade
- Park City Torchlight Parade
- Snowbird Torchlight Parade and Fireworks
- Via Ferrata in Ogden
- Sheepdog Championship/ Soldier Hollow Classic
- Wyoming Downs Horse Racing
- Zoolights and Events
Restaurants
Resident Favorites
Cocktail Bars
Sports and Recreation
Mountain Biking
Parks and Monuments
National Parks
Camp, hike, and explore some of the beautiful national parks in Utah and the surrounding areas.
Favorite State Parks
Utah has 43 state parks, each full of beautiful scenery and endless opportunities for adventure. Here are a few of our favorites!