Good morning, Provo.

Big Noon Kickoff host Dave Portnoy visited Provo eateries ahead of the Utah-BYU game and his reviews boosted business as he rated Nico’s Pizza (7.4) and BYU Creamery (9.4).

Nico’s Pizza ran out of dough and closed Saturday due to high demand, and it will reopen Monday at 11 a.m.

Fox’s national pregame show broadcast live outside LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo ahead of the BYU versus Utah game sparked an early morning rally as students began gathering at 6:30 a.m — fueling a lively build-up to the rivalry.

BYU beat Utah 24 to 21 on Oct.

18 at LaVell Edwards Stadium when Bear Bachmeier scored a key 22-yard touchdown after a Utah turnover, earning the Cougars their third win in the rivalry.

Utah ski resorts have set opening dates for the 2025-26 season, with Brian Head Resort scheduled to open on Nov.

7 and others like Alta, Park City, and Snowbird planned from Nov. 21 to Dec. 19. The dates remain subject to snowfall —if conditions meet projections— and updates will follow —provided more storms occur—.

Halloween Concert

7-8 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Celebrate spooky season with Halloween classics performed live for all ages.

Read Local Book Festival

10 AM – 1 PM — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Celebrate local authors with activities, giveaways, and signings across various genres.

Runtastic Haunted Half Marathon

Various times — Provo Utah — Entry fee varies — Dress up for Utah's favorite Halloween costume party run with courses for all ages.

FilmQuest Brunch

1:30-3:30 p.m. — The Continental, Provo — $30 and under — Celebrate FilmQuest with a delightful brunch featuring indigenous cuisine in a modern setting.

A Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel by Code Blue Revival

7:30-9 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience the timeless classic folk rock hits of Simon and Garfunkel performed by Code Blue Revival.

PMP Certification & Training Bootcamp

9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Downtown Provo — Early Bird rates available — Engage in 32 hours of interactive project management training with industry experts.

Eternamente - A Día de Los Muertos Spectacular

7:30-9 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Ticket required — Celebrate life and tradition with a stunning fusion of mariachi, folklórico, and vibrant storytelling in honor of Día de los Muertos.

Halloween Double Header - MacBeth and King Lear

8-11:30 p.m. — The Castle Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Experience Shakespeare’s chilling tales of ambition and madness this Halloween night.

Vocal Sport Competition

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience Utah's premier vocal competition with high-energy performances and guest artists.

Start Drawing!

6-7 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Registration required — Learn the basic steps to embark on your artistic journey for all ages.