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07-05-2025 Vol 2012

Explore Local Festivals, Concerts, and Sports Events in Utah This July

As summer unfolds, Utah invites residents and visitors alike to partake in a vibrant array of festivals, concerts, theater productions, and sports events throughout July. These local gatherings not only provide entertainment but also an opportunity to support our community.

Kicking off the month, families can join the ‘Dog Days of Summer Dinner’ at the Log Haven Hillside Amphitheater from July 1-2, where pets are welcome to attend this special dining event alongside their owners.

From July 1-5, the North Ogden Cherry Days celebration promises fun for all ages in North Ogden as the community comes together to celebrate its heritage through various activities.

For motorsports enthusiasts, the UMC Kart Racing takes place on July 2 at the Burt Brothers Motor Park in Grantsville, offering an adrenaline-filled experience on the track.

Eaglewood Golf Course in North Salt Lake will host the North Sale Lake Liberty Fest from July 2-3, drawing crowds to celebrate with live music, food, and fireworks.

Continuing the spirit of Independence Day, the Oakley Independence Day Celebration runs from July 2-5 at Oakley Outdoor Arena, featuring fun-filled activities and local entertainment.

Tooele will embrace its cowboy roots during the Bit N Spur Rodeo on July 3, bringing excitement to the Deseret Peak Complex.

Additionally, Riverton Town Days from July 3-4 and Provo’s Freedom Days are great options for celebrating the holiday weekend with family-friendly festivities.

The Brian Head Art Fair will be held from July 3-5, showcasing local artists in a picturesque mountain setting.

For music lovers, the Deer Valley Music Festival kicks off on July 3 and runs through August 9, featuring a range of performances in the beautiful Deer Valley area.

July 4-5 marks the Scofield Pleasant Valley Days, extending the celebration to Carbon County.

On July 8, the Utah Youth Rodeo promises an entertaining showcase of young talent at Golden Spike Event Center in Ogden.

The Draper Days Festival from July 11-19 and the American Fork Steel Days from July 12-19 highlight local culture and community spirit.

The Miss Rodeo Utah Pageant happens on July 19, bringing excitement and pageantry back to the Golden Spike Event Center.

Later in the month, Spanish Fork Fiesta Days will run from July 19-24, while Salt Lake City celebrates Days of ’47 on July 24, commemorating the legacy of pioneers.

Price International Days takes place from July 24-26, offering a diverse range of cultural experiences.

Don’t miss the Lehi Round-Up Rodeo at Lehi Rodeo Grounds, a beloved staple in the local rodeo circuit.

Santaquin Orchard Days from July 26-August 2 and the Urban Arts Festival on July 27-28 enrich the community with creativity and local commerce.

As summer continues, the Lindon Days from July 27-August 2 and the Springville World Folkfest from July 30-August 2 offer varied events for all interests, with the Utah County Fair & Demolition Derby rounding out the month at the Spanish Fork Fairgrounds.

For those interested in local produce, farmers markets will spring up across Utah throughout the month.

The Redwood Farmers Market opens on July 2, and the trend continues at various locations including Millcreek, Park City, and Orem, making it easy to support local farmers and artisans.

Other markets include the West Valley City Farmers Market on July 3, the Downtown Farmers Market on July 5, and continuing weekly markets in various towns, creating a continual opportunity to engage with the local agriculture.

As for concerts, the entertainment scene flourishes in July.

Concert-goers can enjoy performances from big names like Kesha and Scissor Sisters on July 1, followed by Patriotic Pops at the Deer Valley Music Festival on July 3.

The highly anticipated Stadium of Fire concert featuring Rascal Flatts takes center stage on July 4, making it one of the biggest local Fourth of July celebrations.

July continues with Primus at Sandy Amphitheater on July 7, along with Natasha Bedingfield and Parkway Drive highlighting the weekend on July 8.

Over the next few days, audiences can enjoy acts like Lyle Lovett and his Large Band on July 9 and Common at the Deer Valley Music Festival on July 11.

Multiple performances at different venues, including EarthGang and Incubus, enliven the stages throughout the month.

The Utah Jazz Summer League also rolls into action with matches on July 5-8, engaging basketball fans with excitement.

Finally, sports enthusiasts will want to catch the Salt Lake Bees, who have a packed schedule, playing through the first couple of weeks of the month.

Games against teams like Tacoma and Sacramento highlight the action on the baseball field.

For those looking to immerse themselves in the theater scene, July features a rich tapestry of performances, including ‘Something Rotten’ at Hopebox Theatre until July 12, and ‘Cats’ at CenterPoint Theatre until July 15.

For fans of classic literature, ‘An American in Paris’ is showing from July 1-19, while several productions at the Utah Shakespeare Festival span into the fall, featuring works like ‘Macbeth’ and ‘As You Like It’.

Whether it’s festivals, concerts, sports, or theater, July in Utah promises a month filled with culture, community, and celebration, with numerous opportunities to support local initiatives while enjoying the best that the state has to offer.

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Charlotte Hayes