Summer Activities

The burning of Zozobra origin, also known as Old Man Gloom, is fascinating and deeply rooted in cultural traditions and community catharsis. It started in 1924 when Santa Fe artist William Howard Shuster, Jr. created a 6-foot effigy inspired by the Yaqui Indians’ tradition of burning an effigy of Judas during Easter Holy Week to symbolize the eradication of evil. The term “Zozobra” itself conveys feelings of anguish, anxiety, or...

A Milestone for Indigenous Creativity The Southwestern Association for American Indian Arts (SWAIA) is thrilled to unveil a groundbreaking initiative in the realm of fashion: the inaugural Santa Fe Indigenous Fashion Week, scheduled to take place from May 2 to May 5, 2024, in the vibrant city of Santa Fe, New Mexico. This momentous event marks a significant step forward for Indigenous designers across North America, providing a platform for...

The Fourth of July in Park City is almost here! A loud, colorful, and somewhat bombastic celebration of our national origin story, Independence Day is the biggest holiday of the summer and a perfect chance to go overboard on outdoor food and fun. If you are planning on spending the holiday in Park City, check out the schedule of holiday events below. If you aren’t already planning on visiting for...

Hiking in Park City Choosing the best hike in Park City to satisfy your craving for adventure can be tough because Park City is crisscrossed and surrounded by some of the most spectacular trails in Utah. Fortunately, we’ve got a list of the 7 best hikes in Park City right here! Let’s jump right into it: Mid-Mountain Trail Bloods Lake Armstrong Trail Run-A-Muk McPolin Farm Nature Trail Union Pacific Rail...

Join in on the nation’s Independence Day celebrations with a staycation in Park City! Independence Day is back! It’s been a few years since we could all just enjoy a Park City 4th of July celebration. We’re making up for lost time with three days of parades, fireworks, concerts, and drone shows. Spend your Independence Day weekend with us and experience America’s birthday in style. Read More About 4th of...

Cool Park City Summers Some days, you just have to beat the heat. When the sun threatens to boil your brain, you need an escape. Fortunately, Park City is a perfect place to stay when you want a cool summer getaway. Try some of our favorite summer activities when you need to stay cool in Park City. Rafting and Tubing Fly Fishing Timpanogos Cave Shop Till You Drop Gallery Stroll...

Looking Forward to Park City Summers Be honest. When you think of Park City, you imagine deep snow and ski trips, don’t you? Park City summer activities don’t immediately spring to mind. Utah’s favorite mountain retreat is actually an exciting all-seasons destination, packed with tons of warm-weather adventures. Watersports on Jordanelle Reservoir Hot Air Ballooning Summer Concert Series Bobsledding at Utah Olympic Park Grab Some Ice Cream SUP at Deer...

Dive into the top events, activities, festivals that keep people coming back to Winter’s Favorite Town year-round! In a town notorious for its easy accessibility to world-class skiing, winter can seem like the only viable season to visit. With the 2002 Olympics catapulting Utah and Park City into the world’s view, this once sleepy mountain town has grown to become a year-round destination. Along with the pristine powder, visitors come...

Discover the best annual Santa Fe summer events for a season of markets, festivals, and fiestas. Santa Fe summer events explore a rich heritage of Southwest culture. From acclaimed markets to hallowed local traditions, there is something fun to discover almost every weekend during a summer stay in The City Different. These are our picks for “must see” Santa Fe summer events. You won’t want to miss a single one....

Family Fun Abounds in Utah Park City isn’t just a ski town, and it isn’t just for grown-ups. Utah’s favorite playground is the perfect home base for all kinds of year-round family-friendly activities. We’d go so far as to say that the best things to do in Utah with kids are all right here in Park City. With that said, we’ve snuck in a few extra favorites in nearby communities...