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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 families hiking through wildflower meadows before cooling off at a Jazz game or the Gateway fountains. Autumn paints our mountain canyons in gold, perfect for morning strolls that end at local coffee shops. 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.
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2026 Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival
Join us for the Los Muros on Main: Midvale City Mural Festival, a free community event where art, music, and culture come together to celebrate local creativity. Spend the evening…
2026 Woodland Fairy Festival
Find your own charming fairy forest hidden in the heart of the city here at Gardner Village! The wings will be in full swing May 16-June 27, 2026.Immerse yourself in our woodland…
Big Cottonwood Canyon Brew Fest 2026
Come for a weekend of summer vibes at Solitude. Enjoy live music and tasty food paired with Utah's best local beers.This is an all ages event. Anyone under 21 must be accompanied…
KID CUDI PRESENTS: THE REBEL RAGERS TOUR 2026
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Lakefest 2026
Join Grow the Flow at GSL Yacht Club for a FREE, family friendly celebration that is dedicated to protecting Utah's most vital water source. Lakefest will take place on Saturday…
Upcoming Events
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School of Rock The Musical
The Pussycat Dolls: PCD FOREVER TOUR
2026 Red Butte Outdoor Concert Series: An Evening with Greensky Bluegrass
Alex Warren Presents: Little Orphan Alex Live
WestFest 2026
Art Stroll at The Gateway: June 2026
First Friday Concerts 2026
Fiddler on the Roof
2026 Fort Herriman Towne Days
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Kids & Families
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LGBTQ Events
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Festivals & Special Events
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Concerts & Live Music
Salt Lake is alive with music! From homegrown talent to global acts, you can always find a concert…
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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!