You'll find all the action at Library Square (200 E 400 S)—right in the heart of downtown where everything's within walking distance. We're talking minutes from your hotel to festival grounds, not the usual festival trek through endless parking lots.

The location? It's practically next door to the Salt Lake City Public Library, The Leonardo Museum, and City Hall. Plus:

• Proximity to Airport: Less than 15 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport, not hours of travel headaches
• Public Transit: TRAX drops you at Library Station (Red Line)—walk out and you're there
• Parking: Available nearby, but honestly? Rideshares and bikes make way more sense

• More than 150 visual artists selected through a juried process—no random craft fair finds here
• Dozens of live performances spanning indie rock, jazz, modern dance, and storytelling that'll keep you hopping between stages
• Interactive Urban Arts Yard where you can actually create something instead of just watching
• Global food scene featuring food trucks and Utah craft brew gardens (because art makes you thirsty)
• Open, welcoming vibe that works whether you're 5 or 75

Event Times

When: June 19–22, 2025. Times: Starting on Thursday: 5 PM–11 PM and Friday–Sunday: 12 PM–11 PM

Tickets:

• Adults: $18/day (with discounts for seniors and students)
• Kids 12 and under: Free (because art should start early)
• 4-day passes and group rates available

Insider tip: Show up early afternoon to explore artist booths before the evening crowds arrive. Friday and Saturday nights get buzzing during headliner performances, so if you want to chat with artists and actually see their work? Afternoons are your friend. Skip the ticket line drama and buy in advance.

The Kids' Art Yard

Parents, breathe easy. The Kids' Art Yard isn't just an afterthought—it's a full creative playground running:

• Thursday: 5 PM–9 PM
• Friday–Sunday: 12 PM–9 PM

This year's "Frozen Places" theme brings snowflake prints, arctic animal sculptures, and recycled-material igloos (yes, even in June we're thinking about snow). Your little artists can also dive into:

• Make & Take stations with local museums and TreeUtah
• Instrument Petting Zoo where they can actually play real instruments
• Fear No Film: Kids! – short films designed for shorter attention spans at 12:15 PM daily

Sure, the festival food vendors are solid, but you're in downtown Salt Lake—why not explore a bit? Within easy walking distance:

• Eva – small plates that pack big flavor
• The Copper Onion – contemporary American that locals actually eat at
• Beer Bar – laid-back energy with an impressive tap list and gourmet sausages
• From Scratch – artisan pizzas and house-made pasta that lives up to its name

Weekend dinner tip: Make reservations. Festival crowds + great restaurants = busy nights.

As long as you're here, why not make a weekend of it?

• The Leonardo Museum – literally next door to the festival
• Capitol Theatre and Eccles Theater for when you want your arts with air conditioning
• City Creek Center – open-air shopping that feels more like a stroll than a mall

Want more weekend inspiration? Check out our full lineup of Salt Lake summer events.

Smart move: stay close and walk everywhere. These spots put you right in the action:

• Marriott City Center – just one block from Library Square with easy access to TRAX for more Salt Lake exploration
• Little America Hotel – classic choice that won't break the budget
• The Grand America – when you want luxury and afternoon tea between art sessions
• Hyatt Regency Salt Lake – perfect for exploring downtown nightlife after the festival

Ready to Experience Salt Lake's Creative Heart?

The Utah Arts Festival isn't just a weekend event—it's your introduction to why Salt Lake's creative scene keeps growing. Start planning your trip today: explore nearby hotels, check out other summer events, and get ready to discover why June in Salt Lake is something special.