Depending on how you interpret the Maya calendar, Friday supposedly ushers in the end of the world. Fortunately, there are several businesses turning that doomsday prediction into a reason to celebrate. Here are a few local hot spots for your apocalypse-eve planning.
Winter Ball
Free ice skating, photo booth, hot chocolate and music by DJ Jimmy Chunga at this outdoor event, sponsored by 101.9 The End.
When • Friday night at 9
Where • The Gallivan Center, 239 S. Main St., Salt Lake City; 801-535-6110
Tickets • $15-$20; 1019theend.com
Apocalyptic rock
Spanish Fork’s spacious Deerhunter Pub offers a night of local apocalyptic rock and roll with performances by Burn Your World, Intra-Venus & the Cosmonauts, Hindenburg Pilot and Death by Deathray. Visit the Pub’s Facebook page for the code word that could get you a free t-shirt.
When • Friday, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where • The Deerhunter Pub, 2000 N. 300 West; Spanish Fork; 801-798-8582
Tickets • $5, thedeerhunterpub.com
The Doggfather
Party the world away with Snoop Dogg, who headlines this intimate show at The Depot with special guest Pac Div. Sponsored by U92 and Mix 107.9,
When • Friday night; doors open at 8; music begins at 9 p.m.
The Depot • 400 W. South Temple, Salt Lake City; 801-456-2800
Tickets • $50-$55; smithstix.com
Hip-hop and art
The Salt Haus, an indoor music and art venue that opened in October, hosts a semi-formal 21+ party. (Usually it’s an all-ages venue.) Music by Mederios Jazz Trio, Beachmen and DJ Turtleboy, with a showcase of works by artists Ben Meeks, Tyler James, Simone Gordon, Calvin Denney, Kenzie Udseth and Jimi Bennight.
When • Friday night at 7
Where • The Salt Haus, 35 S. 400 West, Salt Lake City, inside The Pickle Company building; 801-577-1093
Tickets • $5-$10; unlimited drinks and a Champagne toast for an extra $5.
Armegeddit-On
Local music enthusiasts are invited to “Armegeddit-On,” featuring Float the Boat, Sugartown Alley, The Blue Zen Band and Chris Bodily. Guests are encouraged to wear their best End of the World costume. Prizes for the best ensemble.
When • Friday night at 9
Where • The Woodshed, 60 E. 800 South, Salt Lake City; 801-364-0805
Tickets • $5, thewoodshedslc.com
Mayan meltdown
Celebrate your last days on Earth with music by DJ Fonik, at this event that includes hourly raffles and contests.
When • Friday night at 7
Where • Lumpy’s Downtown, 143 W. Pierpont Ave., Salt Lake City
Tickets • $5, ladies free. Raffle tickets seven for $5.
Winter solstice
If partying like an apocalyptic rockstar isn’t your thing, head to Crone’s Hollow for the “Wounded Healer” winter solstice party. Organizers say it will include “good healing music, good people and good energy.”
When • Friday night at 7
Where • Crone’s Hollow, 2470 S. Main St., South Salt Lake; 801-906-0470
Tickets • $7; croneshollow.com