Fun Things to Do This Weekend in Utah – May 15-17 | All Areas Across the State

Looking for something fun to do this weekend in Utah? From tulip blooms and local art walks to soccer matches, bike rides, concerts, and family festivals, there’s plenty happening. Whether you’re planning a date night, outdoor adventure, or family outing, here are some of the best events happening this weekend around Utah.

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Salt Lake County

Free: Farm Fest at Wheeler Historic Farm (Sat, May 16; 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) – There will be sheep shearing demos, house tours, hands-on farm activities and more. Wheeler Historic Farm>>

Free: Art Stroll at The Gateway (Fri, May 15, 6-9 pm) – Explore artwork made by local artists. The Gateway>>

Free: Living Traditions at Washington Square (May 15-17) – Presentation of traditional music, dance, crafts, food and more. Salt Lake City Arts Council>>

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Real Salt Lake vs. Portland Timbers (Sat, May 16) – MLS action continues at America First Field in Sandy.
Real Salt Lake >>

Free: Golden Spoke Ride (Sat, May 16; 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM) – Celebrate bike month with this family-friendly cycling event that ends with food trucks, music, booths, yoga, activities and more. Tracy Aviary Nature Center>>

Wild Aware Utah Day at Hogle Zoo (Sat, May 16; 10 AM – 2 PM) – Experience a day filled with activities, enrichement and keeper chats. Hogle Zoo>>

Free: Armed Forces Day Concert at The Gallivan Center (Sat, May 16; 4 PM) – Free concert dedicated to honor men and women in the Armed Forces. Choral Arts Society>>

World Climbing Para Series Salt Lake (May 15-16) – Join Team USA and the world's best Para Climbers. Momentum Fort Union>>

Utah Food Festival (May 16-17) – A celebration of our region's rich culinary heritage, spanning from ancient ancestral foods to contemporary delicacies. Natural History Museum of Utah>>

Utah County (Provo/Orem/Lehi)

Tulip Festival at Thanksgiving Point (Daily through May 16, Closed Sundays) – It’s peak bloom season! Explore the Ashton Gardens to see over 250,000 tulips in a spectacular spring display. Thanksgiving Point Website >>

Free: Summer Concert (Fri, May 15, 6:30 PM) – Final concert of the season at University Place in Orem. Univeristy Place >>

Free: Paddle with Care (Sat, May 16; 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM) – Includes a memorial paddle route and celebration with food trucks at American Fork Marina. Utah Lake Authority>>

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Free: UVU Auto Expo at Utah Valley University (Sat, May 16; 9 AM – 3 PM) – Open curis-in, judged show cars, swap meet, and food trucks. Utah Valley Univeristy Applied Engineering>>

Free: Freedom 250 Mobile Museum Truck at LaVell Edwards Stadium (May 14-16) – A museum on wheels with interactive exhibits traveling the nation at West Stadium parking lot. America's Freedom Festival>>

Northern Utah (Davis County, Ogden, Logan)

Free: NSL Kite Festival (Sat, May 16; 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM) – At Tunnel Springs Park. Live music, food trucks, family activities, and of course lots of kite flying. North Salt Lake>>

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Free: Art in the Arboretum (Fri, May 16, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM) – Wander tree-lined paths and discover an inspiring showcase of local talent across a wide range of artistic media. USU Botanical Center >>

Great Salt Lake Bird Festival (May 14-17) – Every May, The Great Salt Lake Bird Festival transforms Davis County into a birder's playground with field trips, workshops, and family activities. Some events are free. Great Salt Lake Bird Festival>>

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Free: Cinema Under the Stars (Fri, May 15; 8 PM) – Grab your blankets and low back chairs. See . Incredibles at Laub Plaza (weather permiting). Laub Plaza>>

Southern Utah (St. George / Washington County)

Free: Downtown Farmers Market at St. George (Sat, May 16, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM) – Browse fresh local produce, artisanal goods, and enjoy live music under the trees at Vernon Worthen Park. Downtown Farmers Market >>

Tuacahn Saturday Market (Sat, May 16, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) – A unique outdoor market set in the beautiful red rock canyon featuring local artwork, crafts, and free entertainment. Tuacahn Center for the Arts >>

Spring Roundup Rodeo at Dixie Convention Center (May 15-16) – Brings together top rodeo action and family-friendly entertainment. Dixie Convention Center>>

Free: Armed Forces Celebration at Sky Aviation (May 15-16) – Featuring Flying Legends, C-54 cabin tours, vintage fighter jets, flight simulations and more. Wester Sky Aviation>>

Free: Washington Wheels Park (Any Day) – Burn off some energy at the largest skate park in Utah, featuring a pump track, ninja course, and splash pad for the kids. Washington City >>

Park City & Summit County

Military Appreciation (Fri, May 15) – 90-minute round trip includes The Utah Military History Group on board. See authentic World War II US military uniforms and grear. Heber Valley Railroad >>

Heber Valley Farm Baby Animals Celebration at Heber Valley Artisan Cheese (May 15-16) – Interact and learn about a variety of farm animals and play at the farm. Heber Valley Cheese>>

Moab & Grand County

Spring Bird-Watching at Mill Creek (Any Day) – Spring migration is in full swing! Mill Creek is a premier spot to catch a variety of migrating birds passing through the area this week. Utah Division of Wildlife Resources >>

Moab Museum: Voices of the Plateau (Daily, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM) – Explore the current exhibition commemorating America’s Semiquincentennial through the diverse stories and history of the Colorado Plateau. Moab Museum >>

Others / Utah's Small Towns

Free: Green River State Park and John Wesley Powell River History Museum (Any Day) – Perfect for a weekend pit stop, featuring river history exhibits and easy access to the Green River for a picnic. John Wesley Powell Website >>

Utah State University Eastern Prehistoric Museum (Any Day) – Located in the heart of Price, this museum houses impressive dinosaur skeletons and local Ice Age artifacts. USU Museum Website >>

Cleveland-Lloyd Dinosaur Quarry at Jurassic National Monument (Any Day) – Take a drive to see one of the densest concentrations of Jurassic-era dinosaur bones ever found. Bureau of Land Management >>

Nine Mile Canyon Rock Art (Any Day) – Often called the “world's longest art gallery,” this self-guided scenic drive near Price features thousands of ancient petroglyphs and pictographs. Visit Utah >>

Goblin Valley State Park (Any Day) – Explore the unique mushroom-shaped rock formations (hoodoos) that make this park feel like another planet—a great spring hiking destination before the summer heat. Utah State Parks >>

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For even more options, explore these comprehensive calendars:

• Visit Utah Events
• Visit Salt Lake
• Visit Park City
• Utah Valley
• 435 Locals (Southern Utah)

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