Spy Hop
Heatwave
Live local music festival featuring original music written and performed by local teens.
SINCE 1999
media programs that shape future
generations
If you’re a student, an artist, an activist, a parent, a teacher, or someone who believes in the power of this generation, you’re in the right place.
Featured Events + News
What's happening at Spy Hop? Watch here for upcoming events, new blog posts, and the latest student work.
Spy Hop
Backyard Film Bash
Spy Hop’s first annual Backyard Film Bash is happening this September. GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
Spy Hop
Pixel Gallery
A teen-built video game hits its opening night—alongside a year of design student artwork, all under one roof.
Spy Hop
Heatwave
Live local music festival featuring original music written and performed by local teens.
Spy Hop
Backyard Film Bash
Spy Hop’s first annual Backyard Film Bash is happening this September. GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
Spy Hop
Pixel Gallery
A teen-built video game hits its opening night—alongside a year of design student artwork, all under one roof.
I'M A
- FIRST TIME VISITOR
- STUDENT
- EDUCATOR
- PARENT
- DONOR
Is this your first time here? If you’re a student, parent, educator, or first timer, let us guide you through our site.
In-House Programs
Sign up for FREE, hands-on film, audio, music, and design programs for ages 12–25.
Camps at Spy Hop
Spend your break learning to tell stories and using pro gear with the best friends you haven't met yet. For ages 8–11.
Events + News
See what's up! Watch here for upcoming events, new blog posts, and the latest student work.
Community Programs
Every young person deserves access to the media arts. Learn how we bring programming to students all across Utah. And make sure to wave if you see the Spy Hop van!
Spy Hop Team
Spy Hop is a crew of filmmakers, musicians, designers, and educators who also happen to like the same weird things students do. Find out what makes us tick.
Rooftop
Stunning mountain views and a seamless indoor-outdoor venue. Our mid-sized rooftop space, in the heart of Central 9th, is unlike any other in Salt Lake.
Phase 2 Productions
Our full-service video production company specializes in professional films, branded content, and creative storytelling.
About Spy Hop
We're a digital media arts non-profit that offers programs for students ages 8–25 at all skill levels and aspirations.
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
SHOW UP
Spy Hop hosts events all through the year where you can see a student film screening, hear a live band, watch a video game demo, sit in on a Q&A, and witness what young people are capable of when someone gives them the tools and the room to create.
Showing up tells a kid their work is worth seeing. That their voice carries. That the community is paying attention. The ripple goes far. Communities that show up for their artists see stronger schools, more connected neighborhoods, and real economic growth.
DONATE
If access to arts programs in Utah is important to you, donate today to help extend our reach. Your gift does something simple and powerful: it gives a young person the tools and space to find their voice. It helps a filmmaker tell their first story. A musician write their first song. A quiet kid find a place where they belong and people who listen. No red tape. No barriers. Just real support that changes lives.
And here’s what happens: those voices grow louder. Those stories reach further. That next generation? They start imagining and creating a better world.
PARTNER
Looking for a meaningful way to invest in young people? Consider partnering with Spy Hop! It’s a natural fit for companies, businesses, and organizations whose values include empowering youth, fostering creativity, and building the skills that matter most in today’s world.
Learn more about becoming a partner here.