EVENTS
SUNDACE FILM FESTIVAL
The most fabled affair of the year is—you guessed it— the 10-day Sundance Film Festival. A cinephile’s dream come true, Sundance transforms our little ski town into a hotspot for Hollywood types (non-celebrities welcome!). For over three decades, it has premiered some of the greatest independent films ever made, and, as a festival-goer, you’re likely to see history in the making. Pro tip: take a break from screenings to hit the slopes. Nearly nonexistent lift lines and undisturbed snowfall mean skiers and snowboarders can rejoice! With the crowds engrossed in all things film, you’ll get those coveted first tracks and lots of room to carve, or wipeout, without an audience. And remember to brush up on your small talk skills because, when you’re not in a darkened theater, you may share bar space and banter with a movie biz up-and-comer.
UTAH SYMPHONY
The Deer Valley Music Festival combines the classical stylings of the Utah Symphony with stellar performers in classic rock, country, pop, and jazz. Does your idea of a good time sound like Prince tunes played by 85 first-rate instrumentalists? Then this festival is your jam. On Friday and Saturday nights, in July and August, the Utah Symphony pairs with performers in classic rock, country, show tunes, pop, jazz, and of course, classical music under the stars at the Deer Valley Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater.
KIMBALL ARTS FEST
Creative types find endless inspiration in Park City’s magnificent mountain backdrop. Add world-class talent to the mix, and you have three incredible events that bring visitors back time and time again. Visual art lovers flock to the Kimball Arts Festival to see masterpieces from more than 200 jury-selected artists. Ceramics, drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, jewelry, metalwork, glass art, fiber art, wood art—you name it, it’s on display. Join a gallery tour for special exhibit openings available only during festival weekend or bring the kids for all-ages, hands-on activities. Live music and artisan food tastings complete this one-of-a-kind festival. To top it off, proceeds go to the Kimball Art Center, which provides free year-round exhibitions and tours, plus education to teachers, students, and the community at large. We call that a win-win.
SAVOR THE SUMMIT
If an epicurean experience is what you’re after, two warmer weather events are on the menu. Hosted on historic Main Street, Savor the Summit is an epic celebration of food, drink, and live music. At Park City’s largest outdoor dinner party, you and 2,500 other gung-ho gourmands will dine on whatever it is you’re craving. More than 70 of the finest restaurants in the Intermountain West showcase and serve their specialties—each perfectly paired with a stunning Utah sunset.
4TH OF JULY PARADE
Spend the weekend celebration Independence Day. Take in a concert, catch the rodeo, or an outdoor concert, enjoy 4th of July Parade on Park City's Historic Main Street including a 5k run, pancake breakfast, parade, live music, rugby games, and beer gardens.
BIG STARS BRIGHT NIGHTS
Making plans for a summer trip? The Big Stars Bright Nights Concert Series delivers legendary entertainers. There’s bound to be a show on the multi-week schedule to suit your taste—yes, even you, music snob! Memories are made on blankets under the stars, and you’ll go home with plenty, all set to a superb soundtrack.