Second Chance Dance 2026

Support the movement to feed more people, waste less food, and protect the planet! Join WasteLess Solutions for our 5th Annual Second Chance Dance. A fundraiser where sustainability meets celebration. Since 2018, we have rescued over 3.5 million pounds of food from reaching Utah landfills, and this event is your chance to help us continue that mission. Step into the Murray Armory for an evening dedicated to showing that surplus food should never go to waste. This event features: Utah’s top chefs will compete for the “Second Chance Dance People’s Choice Award” and a “Judges Choice Award” creating beautiful small plates using high-quality rescued ingredients. Enjoy music, drinks, and games (you’ll learn about food waste while playing!) In the spirit of the “second chance” theme, the attire is wear your best thrifted or vintage clothing. In Utah, 600,000 tons of food are wasted every year, while 445,000 individuals face food insecurity. Beyond the social impact, food rotting in landfills releases methane gas, a greenhouse gas 80x more potent than carbon dioxide. By attending, you are supporting a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to a sustainable and more food-secure Utah. Date: August 17th Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Murray Armory 2026 Chef Lineup: Alex Malmborg – Park City Mountain Anny Sooksri – Tea Rose Diner, Chabaar Beyond Thai, FAV Bistro, and Uncle Jeffi’s Jason Sanders – Publik Kitchen/Coffee Kevin Hee – Montage Deer Valley Travis Herbert – Felt Bar & Eatery Rogelio Barriento Magana – Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Stacy House – Millcreek Pizza House Jonathan Soto – Millcreek Pizza House Come have FUN and raise FUNDS to help us protect our planet and its beautiful places! This event is 21+, all attendees must bring their ID.  This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com, Utah’s one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance.