Visit Salt Lake

America's Mountain City™

Pack your sense of adventure, you've found the place where the Wasatch mountain peaks frame city streets. Sure, Salt Lake's famed for our winter powder (four legendary ski resorts just 30 minutes from downtown), but that's just one season's story. Summer brings hikers through wildflower meadows before cooling off at the Natural History Museum or taking in an outdoor concert at Red Butte Gardens. Autumn paints our mountain canyons in gold, reds and oranges, perfect for morning strolls that end with patio dining. Spring? That's when you might spot baby bison on Antelope Island before heading to the Eccles Theater for a Broadway show. Our soaring Wasatch Mountains rise dramatically from downtown Salt Lake, creating a place where every day offers both natural wonders and urban energy. And while we sit perfectly between the national parks with Yellowstone's geysers and Utah's red rock country, the real magic happens right here, where everyone can discover their own rhythm between mountain adventure and city life.

Plan Your America's Mountain City Trip

When you're ready for your Salt Lake vacation we're easier to reach than you'd think. Direct access by road, rail and air mean the mountains and city are never far.

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Sep 19

Sep. 19, 2026

John Proctor Is the Villain

John Proctor Is the Villain — Utah Professional Premiere by Kimberly Belflower Directed by Karen Azenberg September 11-26, 2026 Simmons Pioneer Memorial Theatre Play…

Sep 19

Sep. 19, 2026

Sandy City Heritage Fesitval 2026

Saddle up and celebrate—parade with us at Sandy City’s Heritage Festival!This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com, Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and…

Sep 19

Sep. 19, 2026

Taylorsville Fall Festival 2026

The Taylorsville Historic Preservation Committee is sponsoring a Fall Festival with games, pumpkin-decorating and pie-eating contests, quilt display, committee booths…

Sep 19

Sep. 19, 2026

Utah State Fair 2026

Celebrate 170 years of tradition at the Utah State Fair, returning to the Utah State Fairpark September 10–20, 2026. Enjoy 11 days of family-friendly fun featuring…

Sep 19

Sep. 19, 2026

Festa Italiana SLC - 2026

Admission is free. Hours are Saturday 11:30 am – 10pm, Sunday 11:30 am – 7pm.Salt Lake City’s famous Italian Festival, Festa Italiana SLC, returns for its 11th year on…

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Sounds of Summer 2026

Annual Events

Salt Lake knows how to have a good time all year long. But that doesn’t mean there…

Kids at the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

Kids & Families

Families will find a heaping dose of fun in Salt Lake— the city boasts a fair share of…

LGBTQ Events

It’s a well-known fact that gay people throw the best parties. Of course, this includes…

Festivals & Special Events

Salt Lake has no shortage of festivals and special events throughout the year to help make your next…

Salt Lake City Concert-goer in the crowd raising their hands

Concerts & Live Music

Salt Lake is alive with music! From homegrown talent to global acts, you can always find a concert…

Explore Salt Lake, One Amazing Spot at a Time

Salt Lake isn’t just one destination—it’s a collection of vibrant neighborhoods, stunning outdoor spaces, and must-visit hotspots, each with its own unique vibe. Use this map to click through and explore hidden gems, local favorites, and endless things to see and do. Whether you're craving urban energy, or mountain adventures your unexpected Salt Lake experience starts here!