It’s finally summer in the Beehive State—the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the arts! From fine art festivals to narrative art celebrations, there are plenty of events to fill your calendar this season.
June
Get ready for one of Utah’s legacy events celebrating its 49th year: the Utah Arts Festival! Returning to Library Square in Salt Lake City, “The Great Utah Get-Together” is a community celebration of any artistic medium: visual, music, dance, film, literary, culinary arts, and more. The four-day event features 170 artist booths and over 125 performing arts shows, including headliners Leftover Salmon, Robert Randolph, Souls of Mischief and MV Caldera.
June 19–22, 2025
Wizard of Oz at Tuacahn Theatre
Southern Utah’s Tuacahn Theatre celebrates 30 years with incredible performances all year long. Now through October 23, Tuacahn presents The Wizard of Oz, complete with special effects, flying maneuvers and dazzling pyrotechnics. Don’t miss more beloved shows throughout the summer, including Newsies (7/12–10/24) and The Little Mermaid (5/2–10/25). The amphitheater also hosts free year-round Saturday markets, featuring an abundance of local craftspeople and artisans.
Wizard of Oz performances throughout the week through 10/23/25)
Each year Cedar City welcomes over 100,000 global theater lovers to one of the oldest and largest Shakespeare festivals in North America. Spanning four months and three theaters, festival organizers have produced eight magnificent productions, including Shakespearean classics Macbeth and As You Like It.
June 16–Oct. 4, 2025
Blues lovers of all ages, genders and species are welcome at this outdoor summer festival. The dog-friendly event takes place every Sunday through August 24, featuring acts like Canyon Lights, Andy Frasco, Hot Buttered Rum and Dog in a Pile. Don’t forget to enjoy a cold brewski from one of over 10 local breweries in attendance.
Sundays June 15–Aug. 24, 2025
Mt. Majestic Music Series at Brighton
Mountain views and good tunes unite every Saturday and Sunday this summer at Brighton Resort. Catch bands like Swingin Lights, Ridgeliners, Elderblossoms, Nothin’ Good and more. The full lineup is available here.
June 15–Sept. 1, 2025
Millcreek Summer Jam Concert Series
Enjoy more free tunes from a diverse range of bands at Canyon Rim Park. Produced by Millcreek Arts Council, the concert series take place in a shaded outdoor amphitheatre every Monday in June through August. Full lineup forthcoming.
Mondays, June 2–Aug. 11, 2025
As part of Utah Festival Opera & Musical Theatre’s 2025 programming, the Buster Keaton Silent Film Series gives viewers a unique peek into cinema’s past. Each Monday, the Utah Theatre (18 West Center Street in Logan) will screen a silent film from American actor, comedian and filmmaker Buster Keaton. Tickets are $10. Mondays, June 9–Aug. 11, 2025
Summer nights in Ogden are marked by cheap beer, good friends and outdoor concerts. The beloved Ogden Twilight Series returns with a star-studded lineup of national acts Disclosure, Kaskade, Band of Horses, Modest Mouse and more. Season ticket packages are sold out but you can still find single-day tickets on their site. And if you need any more reason to make the trek up to Ogden this summer, check out our guide on riding the frontrunner from SLC to Ogden Station and all the magic that awaits you in Junction City!
June 1–Sept. 25, 2025
July
Deer Valley is embracing the soundwaves this summer with a robust schedule of live music. Produced in partnership with The State Room and Utah Symphony, Deer Valley’s Snow Park Amphitheater is hosting an array of local and national acts for their summer concert series. More live tunes can be found across the resort at Silver Lake lawn, where live bands, food trucks and local brews pair perfectly with mountain views.
July–September, 2025
Urban Arts Festival
Utah’s largest free art festival returns to The Gateway with 90 artist booths, live mural paintings and a pop up skate park. One day only this year, the festival focuses on cultural arts, music and performances, culminating in a high-energy showcase of rap, breakdancing, graffiti art and DJ performances. Learn more!
Aug. 30, 2025
Forum Fest Park City Canyons Village
Enjoy a free family-friendly festival over the Fourth of July weekend in Park City Canyons Village. The festivities begin with music from Nik Parr and the Selfless Lovers, DJ Nate Wyatt and March Fourth Marching Band—ending with a dazzling fireworks show, naturally. More live music, drone shows and Fourth of July frivolity to come throughout the weekend!
July 3–5, 2025
The Ogden Downtown Alliance presents the 19th Annual Ogden Arts Festival, taking place at Ogden’s historic Union Station. Shop over 100 regional artist booths while enjoying entertainment from musicians, street buskers and live muralists.
July 19–20, 2025
SLC Twilight Concert Series
For 38 years the Twilight Concert Series has offered a stage to acclaimed artists and up-and-coming performers, this year’s summer lineup promises another vibrant showcase. Earthgang, Sierra Ferrell, Big Thief and Japanese Breakfast are just a few names on the 2025 Twilight calendar, find the full lineup here.
July 12–Sept. 22, 2025
August
Park City’s historic Main Street is a hub for fine art purveyors and craftsmanship every summer during the Kimball Arts Festival. The festival showcases a collection of jury-selected artists for a top-notch experience.
Aug. 1–3, 2025
Utah’s largest local-centric art festival will take over the fairgrounds once again this August. The three-day festival brings 500 artisan vendors from all over the country, alongside talented musicians, local eats and DIY craft stations. Bring your fur babies, and your real babies, to the designated dog park and kids corner for maximum entertainment.
Aug. 8–9, 2025
Ravers unite! EDM vanguards V2 Productions have brought in another stellar DJ lineup with headliners Illenium, Svdden Death and Chris Lake. Good vibes, deep bass and a saltflats sunset—what more could a kandi kid want?
Aug. 8–9, 2025
Grid City Music Fest
Grid City is a free three-day festival taking place at various venues in South Salt Lake dubbed “Creative Industries Zone.” Seven stages are popping up at Grid City Beer Works, Pat’s BBQ, Level Crossing Brewing, Commonwealth Room, Egg Break, Chappel Brewing and Salt Fire Brewing Co. Attendees can access all locations via a free ‘Fun Bus’ sponsored by the Salt Lake Arts Council, with a pick-up location at the Central Point trax station. Find 54 local acts here!
Aug. 23–25, 2025
Utah’s only wellness-meets-music festival prioritizes mental health, recovery and inclusivity for both audience members and musicians. Along with live tunes from local and touring acts, the festival offers various wellness activities like guided meditation, sound baths and recovery hangs. Another festival cornerstone is the free-to-attend Summit Labs. These panel discussions feature industry leaders talking about the challenges faced by modern musicians, the social impact of songwriting, harmful stereotypes in the music world, and much, much more. Read about last year’s fest, here!
Aug. 14–16, 2025
September
Timanogos Storytelling Festival
“A Gathering of the Best Yarn Spinners in the World,” the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival draws thousands of visitors to Thanksgiving Point’s Ashton Gardens. For two days and three nights, listeners of all ages gather to hear the magical tales of professional storytellers.
Sept. 4–6, 2025
The last weekend of September, Bit & Spur Restaurant & Saloon in Springdale hosts a vibrant festival of music, food, arts, crafts and fun. This year’s musical lineup includes Whograss, Grovesession, Lacy Williams, Yesouisi, Shangalu and more.
Sept. 26–27, 2025
