Events at Mountain West
Ciderhouse Songwriter Showcase
Ciderhouse Songwriter Showcase
Hosted in partnership with Michael Louis Austin
Join us for a night of original music, local talent, and friendly competition at Mountain West Cider’s weekly songwriter showcase.
Whether you’re stepping up to perform or settling in with a cider to cheer on local artists, this is a chance to experience some of the best original songwriting in the Salt Lake music community.
For Performers:
Songwriter check-in and sign-up runs from 7:30–7:50 PM. The competition begins promptly at 8:00 PM.
Round One (8:00–9:00 PM):
Each songwriter performs one original song.
Performances are scored based on:
• Professionalism
• Musicality
• Lyrics
• Audience response
The top four performers advance to round two.
Round Two (9:00–10:00 PM):
Finalists perform either:
• Two original songs or
• One original song and one cover
At the end of the night, a winner and a runner-up will be announced.
Monthly Finals + Residency Opportunity:
Each weekly winner advances to compete on the last Tuesday of the month for a chance to earn a Mountain West Cider residency (a weekly featured performance series).
During the monthly finals, the top two performers will be selected for residency spots.
Residency winners will perform at Mountain West Cider on Thursday evenings throughout the following month.
Tie Breaker:
In the event of a tie, the performer who brings the largest audience that remains for the duration of the event will be awarded the higher placement.
For Guests:
Come support local songwriters, discover new music, and enjoy hard cider and wine while our ciderhouse turns into an intimate listening room for the night.
Doors open at 7:30 PM
Show starts at 8:00 PM
D&D for Girlypops
Dungeons and Dragons has arrived at Mountain West Hard Cider! We'll be hosting this beginner-friendly D&D for Girlypops in partnership with City of Salt Productions and Elevated Jackalope Games.
Check-ins start at 6 pm, play starts by 7 pm, and play ends at 10 pm.
Queer-friendly and fun!
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/zmkdNDEFDmKBcoQR9
Songwriter Showcase Winners - Paul McGrew & Eliasha Moon
June's Songwriter Showcase Winners! Playing Thursdays through July.
Morgan Thomas
Morgan Thomas brings folk, jazz, & live-looping to The Garten Stage!
Cryptids + Cider
Cryptids + Cider Market is back! Local vendors, live music, prizes, & more!
Paint Nite
Paint Nite invites you to a vibrant evening at Mountain West Hard Cider, where you’ll create your own version of "Here Comes the Sun Little Darling." This event is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a fun night out with friends while painting a stunning floral masterpiece. Supplies are fully included, so just bring your enthusiasm and a thirst for cider as you dive into this beginner-friendly experience.
Ciderhouse Songwriter Showcase
Ciderhouse Songwriter Showcase
Hosted in partnership with Michael Louis Austin
Join us for a night of original music, local talent, and friendly competition at Mountain West Cider’s weekly songwriter showcase.
Whether you’re stepping up to perform or settling in with a cider to cheer on local artists, this is a chance to experience some of the best original songwriting in the Salt Lake music community.
For Performers:
Songwriter check-in and sign-up runs from 7:30–7:50 PM. The competition begins promptly at 8:00 PM.
Round One (8:00–9:00 PM):
Each songwriter performs one original song.
Performances are scored based on:
• Professionalism
• Musicality
• Lyrics
• Audience response
The top four performers advance to round two.
Round Two (9:00–10:00 PM):
Finalists perform either:
• Two original songs or
• One original song and one cover
At the end of the night, a winner and a runner-up will be announced.
Monthly Finals + Residency Opportunity:
Each weekly winner advances to compete on the last Tuesday of the month for a chance to earn a Mountain West Cider residency (a weekly featured performance series).
During the monthly finals, the top two performers will be selected for residency spots.
Residency winners will perform at Mountain West Cider on Thursday evenings throughout the following month.
Tie Breaker:
In the event of a tie, the performer who brings the largest audience that remains for the duration of the event will be awarded the higher placement.
For Guests:
Come support local songwriters, discover new music, and enjoy hard cider and wine while our ciderhouse turns into an intimate listening room for the night.
Doors open at 7:30 PM
Show starts at 8:00 PM
D&D for Girlypops
Dungeons and Dragons has arrived at Mountain West Hard Cider! We'll be hosting this beginner-friendly D&D for Girlypops in partnership with City of Salt Productions and Elevated Jackalope Games.
Check-ins start at 6 pm, play starts by 7 pm, and play ends at 10 pm.
Queer-friendly and fun!
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/zmkdNDEFDmKBcoQR9
Songwriter Showcase Winners - Paul McGrew & Eliasha Moon
June's Songwriter Showcase Winners! Playing Thursdays through July.
Johnny Gold
Jonny Gold is a prolific singer-songwriter from San Antonio, TX. With an extensive background in country music, Jonny’s songwriting has been described as funny, poignant, and clever. Drawing comparisons to John Prine, Merle Haggard, George Jones, Tyler Childers and more.
Sip & Paint Boot Vases with Salt Lake Pottery
This boot was made for painting! Design a ceramic western boot vase, enjoy a lively creative night, and walk away with a unique piece that’s fun and fabulous.
When: Tuesday, August 4th
Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM
What’s Included:
1 boot vase to paint
All tools & materials
A friendly instructor & glazing technique tutorial
A one-of-a-kind piece painted by you to take home as a reminder of your experience!
Glazed pieces will be taken to Salt Lake Pottery Studio to be fired. All finished pieces can be picked up 3-4 weeks after the event during open studio hours.
Little Orchard Series Release Day
Each month, we carefully craft a limited-release cider with fresh fruit and thoughtfully selected herbs or botanicals, creating distinctive flavor profiles you won't find anywhere else.
You can enjoy these special ciders fresh on draft at the CiderHouse, take them home in growlers, or find them at select partner bars and restaurants throughout the area. Because each release is limited and crafted in small batches, every month brings a new opportunity to experience something truly special.
