Get ready for a fun, artsy, and very active weekend in West Valley City and surrounding areas! This weekend (Feb 28 - Mar 01, 2026) features local hockey action, kids' art workshops, and plenty of free meal opportunities for families at the library.
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Kids Café | Café para niños 2026 at Hunter Library
Hunter Library
Free lunch/meal for all youth 18 and under on Saturday.
Utah Grizzlies Home Game
Maverik Center
Exciting indoor hockey action on Saturday night in WVC.
STEAM into Storytime
Sandy Library
Storytime followed by hands-on science/art for kids under 9 on Saturday morning.
· February 28
4: Catch the Utah Grizzlies take the ice at the Maverik Center this Saturday. It's always a high-energy event that families love.It's a premier sporting event happening right in the heart of West Valley City this Saturday.
: Head out Saturday evening for a live performance of 'Emma' at the West Valley Arts Center. Perfect for families with older kids or teens who enjoy theater.A quality local performing arts event happening right in WVC on Saturday night.
KIDS CAFÉ | CAFÉ PARA NIÑOS - UTAH FOOD BANK PARTNERSHIPFREE : The West Valley branch library is offering free meals for kids and teens up to age 18 on Saturday afternoon.Another opportunity for a free meal specifically at the West Valley library location on Saturday.
INTRODUCTION TO ART MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES FOR KIDS! : Let the kids explore different art materials and techniques in this dedicated workshop. It's a great chance to get creative early Saturday morning.A structured art class for ages 5-12 happening Saturday morning.
· March 1
3LIFE ON THE EDGE EXHIBIT : Check out the Life on the Edge Exhibit this Sunday afternoon. Since it runs through May, this is a good chance to see it early!It's running this Sunday and provides an indoor activity option.
ACTING 101: MASTERING YOUR AUDITION : If your teen is interested in performance, there is an online acting workshop Sunday evening focused on audition skills.A specific skill-building workshop happening virtually on Sunday evening.
VOICE ACTING ESSENTIALS : Another virtual session happening Sunday evening, this one focusing on the fundamentals of voice acting for those interested in performance.A second virtual training session on Sunday night, good for older kids/teens.
Also On· anytime this weekend
6FREE : Stop by the Hunter Library Saturday afternoon for a free meal for youth 18 and under, part of the partnership with the Utah Food Bank.This is a crucial free food service happening at a West Valley City library branch.
: South Jordan Police will be demonstrating their working dogs and explaining their role in law enforcement. Super interesting for kids who love dogs!An interactive demo featuring police K9s happening Saturday afternoon.
: Start Saturday morning with a story, then dive into some fun science, tech, engineering, art, or math activities with your young ones.A great blend of reading and hands-on STEAM for younger kids, happening Saturday morning.
: Get hands-on with clay! This session focuses on family pottery fun, perfect for kids aged 5 to 11 to make something cool Saturday morning.A dedicated ceramics class for younger kids on Saturday morning.
: Bring your favorite stuffed animal for storytime this Sunday afternoon. It’s a sweet, relaxed activity for younger kids.A dedicated storytime event happening on Sunday.
: If your older kid enjoys strategy, they can drop in Saturday morning to sharpen their chess skills or meet other players at the Kearns library.A specific scheduled club activity for Saturday morning focused on skill-building.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in West Valley City this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) you can find free meals for all youth 18 and under at the West Valley City Hunter Library on Saturday and the West Valley library branch on Saturday and Sunday afternoon as part of the Kids Café program.
Are there any arts or craft activities scheduled?
Yes! Saturday morning features an Introduction to Art Materials and Techniques for Kids! (Ages 5-12) and a separate Ceramics: Family Pottery Fun session (Ages 5-11), both at the Visual Art Institute in South Salt Lake.
What's happening in West Valley City proper on Saturday?
The main events right in WVC are the Utah Grizzlies Home Game Saturday night and the Kids Café meal programs running at the Hunter Library and West Valley Library branch on Saturday afternoon.
