Best Summer Festivals Throughout Utah and their Distance From Your Sundance Cabin

Discover Utah’s Best Summer FestivalsAdventures Within Reach of Your Sundance Cabin Rental

Utah’s summer festival scene is as diverse as its landscapes—mountain music beneath alpine peaks, colorful hot air balloons floating over red rock deserts, and fine arts showcased on historic Main Streets. Whether you’re in the mood for family fun, cultural experiences, or live concerts, these festivals offer something for every traveler.

Here’s your guide to Utah’s top summer festivals, organized by proximity to Sundance, Utah, to help you plan the perfect outing during your stay.

1. Latino Arts Festival

📍 Park City, Utah – JuneDistance: 25 milesPark City’s Latino Arts Festival brings vibrant color, dance, music, and culinary delights to the Wasatch Back. Explore artisan markets, watch traditional dances, and enjoy live performances celebrating Latin American heritage.

2. Kimball Arts Festival

📍 Park City, Utah – AugustDistance: 25 milesThis nationally recognized art festival transforms Park City’s historic Main Street into a colorful corridor of juried works, gourmet food, and live entertainment. Artists from across the country showcase everything from sculpture to photography.

3. Concerts on the Slopes

📍 Canyons Village, Park City – June–SeptemberDistance: 25 milesSettle into a lawn chair or picnic blanket for free summer concerts at Canyons Village. Local and national acts perform against a dramatic alpine backdrop.

4. Deer Valley Music Festival

📍 Park City, Utah – July–AugustDistance: 25 milesThe Utah Symphony takes to the mountains with orchestral concerts under the stars. From classical masterpieces to movie scores, the setting makes every note feel magical.

5. Art on the Trails

📍 Park City, Utah – AugustDistance: 25 milesArt and nature combine on this guided hike along mountain trails punctuated with artistic installations, performance pieces, and interactive storytelling.

6. World Folkfest

📍 Springville, Utah – July–AugustDistance: 35 milesInternational dance troupes from around the world bring their culture, costumes, and music to life at this beloved folk festival.

7. Summit County Fair & Rodeo

📍 Coalville, Utah – AugustDistance: 40 milesGet a taste of Utah’s Wild West with carnival rides, livestock shows, and one of the state’s best small-town rodeos.

8. Utah Arts Festival

📍 Salt Lake City, Utah – JuneDistance: 55 milesAs Utah’s largest multidisciplinary arts event, this downtown celebration features visual art exhibits, hands-on workshops, performance stages, and global cuisine.

9. Urban Arts Festival

📍 Salt Lake City, Utah – August–SeptemberDistance: 55 milesThis high-energy event showcases graffiti artists, muralists, skateboarders, and live music—a vibrant celebration of Utah’s creative urban scene.

10. Living Traditions Festival

📍 Salt Lake City, Utah – MayDistance: 55 milesCelebrate Salt Lake City’s cultural diversity through global performances, artisan demonstrations, and international street food.

11. Utah Asian Festival

📍 Salt Lake City, Utah – JuneDistance: 55 milesExplore Asia’s rich cultural heritage through martial arts demonstrations, performances, and rows of food booths serving flavors from across the continent.

12. Mural Fest

📍 South Salt Lake, Utah – April–MayDistance: 55 milesWatch blank walls transform into vivid works of art during this immersive mural festival, with food trucks and live music along the way.

13. Summerfest at Bountiful Davis Arts Center

📍 Bountiful, Utah – JuneDistance: 70 milesFolk art and international performers gather at this family-friendly event celebrating handmade craftsmanship and global culture.

14. Ogden Music Festival

📍 Ogden, Utah – May–JuneDistance: 90 milesBluegrass, Americana, and folk music lovers gather in the mountain foothills for three days of music, workshops, and outdoor fun.

15. Helper Saturday Vibes

📍 Helper, Utah – May–SeptemberDistance: 105 milesSmall-town charm meets street fair energy with food trucks, artists, live music, and a lively community atmosphere throughout the summer.

16. Dinah “Soar” Days Hot Air Balloon Festival

📍 Vernal, Utah – AugustDistance: 160 milesCatch the spectacle of dozens of colorful balloons rising into the desert dawn. A must-see for early risers and photography lovers.

17. Utah Shakespeare Festival

📍 Cedar City, Utah – JuneDistance: 245 milesTony Award-winning productions of Shakespearean plays and modern classics performed under starry skies in this beloved annual event.

18. Western Legends Heritage & Music Festival

📍 Kanab, Utah – AugustDistance: 300 milesCelebrate Utah’s cowboy history with country music concerts, cowboy poetry, and film tributes to Hollywood’s golden era of westerns.

Need local recommendations for transportation, dining, or lodging? Contact your host at Sundance Private Cabin Rentals for insider tips and customized itineraries.

Let’s make your summer visit unforgettable.