As summer unfolds in Utah, small towns and big cities alike come alive with festivals and community celebrations that reflect the vibrant spirit of the state. From the starlit nights of July to the crisp autumn air of September, residents and visitors can enjoy a variety of events across more than 40 communities, with many activities available for free while others may require tickets.
Starting with Box Elder County, one of the most anticipated events, Peach Days, will take place from September 4-7 in Brigham City. For over a century, this festival has celebrated the peach harvest with an array of activities including a car show, quilt shows, a beard contest, free concerts, and other family-friendly activities. For more details, attendees can visit boxelderchamber.com.
In the spirit of celebrating local culture, Davis County will host several noteworthy events. The Farmington Festival Days, scheduled for July 8-12, will feature a chalk art festival, pickleball tournaments, a parade, and a car show at Forbush Park, located at 100 Main in Farmington. Information regarding this festival is available at farmington.utah.gov.
Another highlight in Davis County is the Handcart Days, happening on July 25-26. This event combines food and games, along with a concert by Ray Rivers on July 25. The second day offers a parade featuring floats that had just been showcased in the Days of ’47 parade earlier in the month, followed by fireworks and park activities at Bountiful City Park.
Moving south to Emery County, the Melon Days festival will celebrate its 119th year on September 19-20 in Green River. Attendees can expect to see a parade, participate in a fun run, and even take part in a melon-carving contest, all set in O.K. Anderson Park on 100 Solomon St. More information can be found at melon-days.com.
Rich County will be bustling with festivities as the Bear Lake Raspberry Days is set for August 7-9 in Garden City. This three-day celebration revolves around the raspberry harvest and includes a vendor fair, pie-eating contests, concerts, and the Bear Lake Boat Parade, capped off with fireworks at Heritage Park on 579 Buttercup Blvd. Detailed event information is available at gardencityutah.gov/raspberrydays.
Salt Lake County is packed with significant events that cater to diverse interests. Kicking off with the Utah Pride Festival on June 7-8, Salt Lake City’s LGBTQ+ community and allies will celebrate with two days filled with music, food, vendors, and more. A rally and march leading up to the festival on June 7, as well as the Utah Pride Parade through downtown Salt Lake City on June 8, highlights the celebrations, expected to attract thousands. This year’s theme, “Radical Love,” ought to resonate deeply with attendees, especially with David Archuleta headlining the music stage. Tickets for the festival can be found at utahpride.org.
For those with an appreciation for culture and athleticism, the Utah Highland Games and Scottish Festival held from June 13-15 at Utah State Fairpark promises a weekend of excitement. Participants can watch traditional feats like tossing the caber, hear beautiful bagpipe music, and immerse themselves in various Scottish festivities. Information and tickets can be obtained from utahscots.org.
Next up, Fort Herriman Towne Days will have residents and visitors alike celebrating from June 14-21 with downtown events featuring a carnival, concerts, fireworks, and a festive parade at Butterfield Park.
Meanwhile, the Gina Bachauer International Piano Festival from June 26-28 at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center will showcase the talents of young pianists in a competitive setting, with tickets available at bachauer.com.
Taylorsville Dayzz will entertain crowds with concerts, a carnival, a parade, food booths, a car show, and fireworks from June 26-28 at Valley Regional Park. Riverton Town Days is set for the last weekend of June and the Fourth of July, incorporating different themes; the first weekend will highlight a rodeo, while the second weekend will feature carnival excitement, activities for children, and fireworks on July Fourth at Riverton City Park.
Salt Lake City will also embrace SLC Pride on June 28-29, a grassroots event aimed at promoting authenticity and community among the LGBTQ+ population. This festival, offering free public access, will take place at The Gateway.
As Independence Day approaches, the Western Stampede from July 3-5 in West Jordan will usher in the celebrations with rodeo events and various activities, including a parade on Redwood Road and a vendor fair at the West Jordan Arena.
Draper Days from July 11-12 and July 16-19 is another celebration adding to the vibrancy of the season, featuring a rodeo, car show, fireworks, and various performances at Draper Park. This will culminate in the much-anticipated Days of ’47, spanning July 19-24, which includes the First Encampment Hike, a float preview party, an impressive rodeo, and the iconic Days of ’47 Parade through Salt Lake City.
Cottonwood Heights’ Butlerville Days will entice families and community members from July 24-26 with a packed schedule that includes a parade, carnival, chalk art, vendors, and live entertainment, all set in Butler Park.
The Harvest Days festival will take place in Midvale from July 28 to August 2, spotlighting neighborhood block parties, food trucks, and plenty of fun culminating in Saturday night fireworks.
As August approaches, the Unity Block Party from August 29-31 seeks to foster economic empowerment and cultural representation through music and film. Notable musician Durand Bernarr will headline the music lineup. For more details, attendees can visit versatileimage.org/unityblockparty.
Down in Sanpete County, Lamb Days on July 18-19 will celebrate wool with a craft fair, a wool show, a parade, and a fireworks display to round out the festivities at Fountain Green City Park.
A little later, Pioneer Days from July 21-26 will feature a rodeo, artisan market, demolition derby, and fireworks at Keller Arena in Fairview. Tickets and other event information can be found at fairviewcity.com.
In Summit County, the Park City Wine Festival will be held from October 2-4, showcasing over 100 wineries amid a backdrop of breathtaking scenery. Guests can partake in grand tastings and unique dining experiences, and further details are available at parkcitywinefest.com. Closer to summer, the Park City Kimball Arts Festival from August 1-3 is set to take over Old Main Street with numerous artists’ booths creating a bustling atmosphere.
Utah County’s Cedar Hills Family Festival will kick off the summer on May 31 and wrap by June 7 with a big finale featuring a parade, concert, and fireworks at Heritage Park, with more details at cedarhills.org.
OremFest will similarly celebrate from June 2-7 with a car show, pool party, and a variety of entertainment options available at City Center Park.
Art City Days in Springville will take place from June 7-14, featuring a jam-packed schedule of activities including a children’s art fest, concerts, and fireworks, settling into Civic Center Park. Splash Days in Saratoga Springs from June 11-14 will delight families with a water party and a parade.
The oldest summer event, Strawberry Days, in Pleasant Grove will exhilarate attendees starting from June 14 to 21, providing a rodeo, arts and crafts, and various entertainment throughout the festival at several downtown parks.
The Lehi Round-Up Week from June 23-28 will attract visitors with numerous events connected to the Lehi Rodeo, including grand parades and markets.
More activities can be anticipated during America’s Freedom Festival from July 2-4 in Provo, which culminates in the grand Stadium of Fire event while showcasing various community events, including a parade.
Payson produces its Scottish heritage festival, the Payson Scottish Festival, on July 11-12, where musicians perform and attendees can see sports demonstrations.
American Fork will celebrate Steel Days from July 12-19, featuring a varied schedule with a market, car show, and festivities leading up to a parade and fireworks.
Spanish Fork’s Fiesta Days will take place from July 17-26, adding a touch of Spanish culture with theater performances, a parade, and a quilt show, especially on July 24.
Orchard Days in Santaquin will follow not long after from July 26 to August 2, featuring a rodeo, tournaments, and fireworks at Centennial Park. Lindon Days will commence on July 27 and run through August 2, culminating with fireworks and various family activities at Lindon City Center Park.
The Highland Fling from July 31 to August 2 will showcase Scottish games and heritage in Highland.
Alpine Days, set for August 2-9, will include a robust schedule of activities culminating in fireworks and a carnival at Creekside Park. Payson will host the Golden Onion Days from August 28 to September 1 to celebrate the onion harvest with various showcases of local talent.
The final leg of festivities will take place in Wasatch County with Midway Swiss Days on August 29-30. This will feature food vendors and free entertainment, as the town celebrates its Swiss heritage. To conclude summer celebrations, Washington County will host Peach Days from August 28-30, highlighting local arts and crafts, with community events providing entertainment for the whole family.
With so many festivals and events planned across the diverse counties of Utah, summer provides the perfect opportunity for families, friends, and visitors to gather and celebrate the richness of local culture. Whether indulging in peach-flavored delicacies, enjoying live music, or participating in lively parades, everyone is sure to find an event that resonates with them in the vibrant, bustling summer of Utah.
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