Utah Valley Living: 3 events to check out this week (Oct. 31-Nov. 8)
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- A spooky display sits waiting for visitors to take photos at the Haunted Forest in American Fork on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025.
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- The Bean Life Science Museum at Brigham Young University was recently granted reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, placing it in the company of museums like the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.
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Jared Lloyd, Daily Herald
A spooky display sits waiting for visitors to take photos at the Haunted Forest in American Fork on Monday, Oct. 20, 2025.
Veterans Steve Amy and Dee Davis look on as Tim Matthews and John Eakins of Disabled American Veterans drive in one of two donated golf carts for use at the Central Utah Veterans Home in Payson on Wednesday.
The full Utah Valley calendar of events is on L4, but here are three local events you should check out this week:
1. 2026 Haunted Forest
Haunted Forest, American Fork, Oct. 31-Nov. 7, 7:30-11 p.m.
The Halloween season may be drawing to a close but everyone has one more week to enjoy the excitement and frights at the Haunted Forest. The venue website says: “Looking for the ultimate haunted house experience near you? Discover the Haunted Forest in American Fork, Utah – a terrifying Halloween tradition that began in the summer of 1990 and has grown into one of the largest and most popular haunted attractions in the United States. Located right here in Utah County, this massive Scream Park spans over 1,000,000 square feet of haunted trails, terrifying sets, and spine-chilling thrills. Whether you’re a local thrill-seeker or visiting from nearby cities like Lehi, Provo, or Salt Lake City, the Haunted Forest is a must-visit Halloween destination.”
For more information, go to hauntedforestutah.com.
2. Fall 2026 Mystery Dinner Night – CLUE
Courtesy Tyler Richardson
The Bean Life Science Museum at Brigham Young University was recently granted reaccreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, placing it in the company of museums like the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C.
Bean Life Science Museum, Provo, Nov. 7, 6-9 p.m.
If you were smart enough to get tickets to this popular event, you may be smart enough to figure out the mystery. The museum website says: “Join us for our popular Mystery Night and enjoy an evening of mystery and fun! The event will be themed around the movie and board game, “Clue”; costumes are encouraged but not required.” If you didn’t get in this year, perhaps you’ll have better luck next time the event rolls around.
For more information, go to lsm.byu.edu.
3. Veteran’s Drive 2026
Mapleton Parkway Trail, Nov. 5, 5-7 p.m.
The coming weeks will have many well-deserved recognition for our veterans, women and men who stepped forward and served their country. The annual tradition of the Veteran’s Drive in Mapleton is a special way of honoring these important individuals. The city website says: “Enjoy a patriotic drive along the Mapleton Parkway Trail from 1200 N to 400 N in tribute to Veterans in our community.” It also invites local veterans to share their stories as part of the celebration.
Grant Hindsley, Daily Herald
Veterans Steve Amy and Dee Davis look on as Tim Matthews and John Eakins of Disabled American Veterans drive in one of two donated golf carts for use at the Central Utah Veterans Home in Payson on Wednesday.
For more information, go to mapleton.org.
