Utah’s Federal Delegation can be reached at:

• Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121
• Sen. John Curtis: 202-224-5251
• Sen. Mike Lee: 202-224-5444
• Rep. Blake Moore (Dist 1): (202) 225-0453
• Rep. Celeste Maloy (Dist. 2): 202-225-9730
• Rep. Mike Kennedy (Dist. 3): 202-225-7751
• Rep. Burgess Owens (Dist. 4): (202) 225-3011

• Friendly Island Tongan Festival | 12-10 PM @ Jordan Park, 1060 S 900 W, SLC. "Friendly Island Tongan Festival is a community event celebrating and showcasing the richness of the Tongan Culture. It is one of the most popular and longest-running Polynesian Festivals in Utah, featuring arts and crafts, cultural entertainment and food." FREE and open to all.

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• Westside Culture Fest | 5-10 PM @ Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center, 2525 Taylorsville Blvd, Taylorsville. "Showcasing the Creative Heartbeat of the Westside. Come celebrate the County’s vibrant Westside with Salt Lake County’s FREE arts and community festival at Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center! Westside CultureFest 2026 is a free two-day festival celebration of arts and community featuring over 25+ performances on-stage and outdoors at Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center, an artist market featuring local artists and craftspeople, food trucks, a bar area for adults, art activities for kids, and incredible experiences for all ages."

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Saturday, August 15:

• The Downriver Fest - An Afternoon of Art, Music & Activism | 12-10 PM @ Maple Grove Hot Springs, Idaho. "An afternoon of activism, organizing and movement-building through speakers, panels, workshops & waterfront JOY in collaboration with Grow The Flow & Making Waves. Featuring Joshua James + Little Moon, Tow Headed Trout & more." For more info and tickets, visit www.maplegrovesprings.com.

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• 2026 Carbon County Sheriff's Search & Rescue Demolition Derby | 4-10 PM @ Carbon County Event Center, 450 S Fairgrounds Way, Price, UT. This annual event fuels more than just engines — 100% of proceeds support our local Search & Rescue Team, helping provide essential training, equipment, and emergency response services across Carbon County. For driver registration, event rules, tickets, and updates, visit carboncountyderby.com.

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• The Sound of Reflection - Si'ufofoga o Tomanatunatuga | 4 PM @ Kingsbury Hall, 1395 Presidents' Cir, SLC. Event by Taualuga Productions: "A celebration of the songs, sounds, and memories that have become part of the Samoan experience. For many of us, some of our most cherished memories were created within the walls of our homes, at family gatherings, church functions, fiafia nights, weddings, birthdays, and community celebrations. The Sound of Reflections is an invitation to relive those moments. Through dance, music, and storytelling, Taualuga Productions will bring to life the songs that have connected generations of Samoan families. Each performance is designed to awaken memories, stir emotions, and celebrate the nostalgia that lives within the music we grew up with. For one evening, we hope every song becomes a doorway to a memory. A reminder of where you've been, who you've loved, and the moments that made you smile. Because sometimes the most powerful memories are not seen...they are heard."

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Monday, August 17:

• 999 Ride SLC Panel Discussion | 7-9 PM @ Roha Brewing Project, 30 E Kensington Ave, SLC. Facilitated by Unplugged Wellness: "Join @slcpd Deputy Chief Bill Manzanares, @slcmoves Kyle Irvin, @slccouncil member Dan Dugan, and Jeff from the 999 (you know the guy) in conversation re: SLC’s Thursday evening bike ride. Neither the panelists nor Unplugged proclaim any responsibility or organizational leadership for the 999. The sole purpose is productive, generative conversation to help all perspectives be seen and heard." To RSVP and submit questions, visit bit.ly/999discussion.

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Friday, August 21:

• North Union Apartment Fire: Come Help Make a Difference | 5-7 PM @ 1106 E 8050 S (Old Dairy Rd), Sandy. Event by Sandy Utah Midvalley Stake: "This event is for ALL residents of the North Union Apartment fire. We are collecting new items that will help them make a house a home again. Donations will be collected on the EAST SIDE of the building and taken into the gymnasium. All donations must be NEW, and we can't accept furniture, large appliances, mattresses, or used items." FYI, former North Union residents are invited to come and select what will make their new apartment a home Saturday, Aug.22, from 9A-12p.

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• 2nd Annual Celebration of the Ages | 11A-4P @ Tracy Aviary at Liberty Park, SLC. "In collaboration with the famous James Brown from Living & Aging with Pride, Tracy Aviary will host a community festival dedicated to honoring older adults on National Senior Day! This event brings together: live music across generations, local vendors and artisan booths, wellness/resource providers, and interactive experiences. Join us for a fun-filled event with a wide variety to choose from, whether it's connecting or celebrating joy. This day will be full of laughter, impact, and lasting memories. Price: $1 for people 55+. Regular admission is available for those under 55, and the event is included with their purchase. Upon arrival, please check in at the front desk."
  

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FRI-SUN, Aug 21-23:

• Grid City Music Fest in South Salt Lake. "Here’s how it works… no tickets needed the whole weekend, with one exception. Sign up for free tix to the ᴛʜᴇ ꜱᴛᴀᴛᴇ ʀᴏᴏᴍ ᴘʀᴇꜱᴇɴᴛꜱ carnival kickoff at the ᴛʜᴇ ᴄᴏᴍᴍᴏɴᴡᴇᴀʟᴛʜ ʀᴏᴏᴍ. Tickets are free in advance and $10 at the door. Other than that, this festival is free for YOU, the public, to enjoy. Come support a truly local fest with only local shops, artisans, and bands, all held at local businesses. Just pick a spot to start and ride the fun bus to whatever destinations you choose. We can’t wait to see you for a damn good time."

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Sunday, August 23:

• Living Soils Field Day | 4-8 PM @ Wasatch Community Gardens' Farm Incubator Group Site (FIGS), 3188 S 1100 W, South Salt Lake. "Join the Living Soils Collective, the Utah Food Coalition, the Utah Soil Health Partnership, and the Transition to Organic Partnership (TOPP) for a Living Soils Field Day. Bringing together farmers, gardeners, soil enthusiasts, and the like to discuss building healthy soils for healthy communities in the Great Basin Region. Following the presentations, we'll gather for a locally prepared dinner — a chance to connect with fellow members of the local growing community and hear from FIGS growers." For tickets, click here. 

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Saturday, August 29:

• KRCL Day in the Park | 12-5 PM @ International Peace Gardens, 1160 Dalton Ave, SLC. FREE!!! "Join the KRCL community of friends for a day filled with local music, art vendors, food, and activities for kids and families. Bring your picnic blankets and chairs and join us in the park for a day celebrating our local community. The all-local music lineup starts at noon with Flamingo, mixing jazz and blues sounds from New Orleans, Havana and Miami. Then, Jazzy Olivio brings her Latin jazz fusion to the stage at 1 PM, followed by Utah’s own Brazuca Band led by Diego Campos of Brazil at 2 PM. At 3 PM, we welcome Pearly Blue, an acoustic trio exploring bluegrass, folk and roots music, led by Melissa Chilinski. Close out the day at 4 PM with Daniel Young & the Rambling Roses and his soulful, folky Americana sound. KRCL's Day in the Park is made possible, in part, by a generous grant from the Salt Lake City Mayor's Office Arts, Culture, and Entertainment (ACE) Grant."
  

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• Namastadium | 10 AM @ Rice-Eccles Stadium, 451 S 1400 E, SLC. Event by Yoga Forward: "Join us for a transformative yoga event and fundraiser that combines the power of yoga with the joy of giving back! Picture hundreds of yoga mats stretched across the turf at Rice-Eccles Stadium - the Wasatch peaks glowing in the late morning sun, music drifting through the open air, and the entire Salt Lake yoga community moving as one. Namastadium is more than a yoga class. It's a movement - bringing people together to make yoga accessible to those who need it most. The minimum Namastadium event donation is $8 per person."

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Saturday, September 5:

• Voces en Bloom, Celebrating the New Wave of Música Latina | 7-11 PM @ McCarthey Plaza behind the Eccles Theater, 154 Regent St, SLC. FREE. "Eccles Presents Voces en Bloom, a vibrant, bilingual outdoor pop-up concert celebrating rising local Latine voices through music, art, and community. Hosted at the McCarthey Plaza at Eccles Theater, the event features a dynamic lineup of local bands and DJs, a curated mini art market honoring Latine culture, and local craft beers. Round out your experience with tasty bites at neighboring Regent Street restaurants."

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• Afro Utah Festival | 12-9 PM @ Library Square, 210 E 400 S, SLC -- FREE. "Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of Afro heritage, unity, and diversity. Experience music, food, fashion, dance, art, and community." To RSVP for your free tickets, click here. 

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• Critical Thinking for the Conscious Citizen | 1-4 PM @ Marmalade Branch of the Salt Lake City Public Library, 280 W 500 N, SLC. Event by The ThreadWork Collective: "Learn to read between the lines of news, laws & speeches: spot persuasion, ask sharp questions, and think independently, on your own terms. This workshop grows out of ongoing work examining how stories get told and whose voices get left out, but no background is needed. Come as you are, ready to think for yourself." FREE, but RSVP requested for planning purposes.

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Monday, September 7:

• Last Day of Bug World Exhibit @ Natural History Museum of Utah, SLC. "Precision flight, swarm intelligence, mind control… bugs can do it all — and they’re doing it better than humans! Bug World is a larger-than-life exhibition that showcases the fantastical yet real-life abilities of bugs in an experience like no other. Featuring immersive environments and towering replicas, Bug World offers a mind-bending perspective on the incredible — but often overlooked — genius of insects and how they’re inspiring solutions to humankind’s most complex problems. You’ll never look at bugs the same way again." For tickets, click here.
  

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Thursday, September 10:

• Werk the Watershed | 6:30-9:00 PM @ Sorenson Unity Center, 1383 S 900 W, SLC. "A Drag Show Celebrating Great Salt Lake, benefiting the Wuda Ogwa Project. Salina Marina joins forces with Making Waves for Great Salt Lake Artist Collaborative and Project Rainbow. Kaybye will be co-hosting with Salina Marina to show off local Drag talent Willie Touchya, Aiko the Empress, Mr. E Meat, Artemia, and Beverly Vesper!!

FRI-SUN, Sep. 11-13:

• 50th Annual SLC Greek Festival @ Holy Trinity Cathedral, 279 S 300 W, SLC. Event by Greek Orthodox Church of Greater Salt Lake: "As we celebrate 50 years of the Salt Lake City Greek Festival, we invite you to journey through the memories, traditions, and faith that built this beloved community event. This special commemorative video reel features interviews with parishioners and festival founders sharing the story of the Greek Orthodox Church of Greater Salt Lake and the humble beginnings of a festival that has become a treasured Utah tradition for generations."
  

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Saturday, September 12:

• Tomato Sandwich Party | 11A-2P @  Wasatch Community Gardens' Campus, 629 E 800 S, SLC. Event by Wasatch Community Gardens: "Join us to celebrate harvest season with a fresh tomato sandwich on us. This FREE event is our way of thanking you all for being part of our growing community. Whether you've taken one of our workshops, volunteered at our City Farm, have a plot at one of our 19 community gardens, or simply enjoy strolling through our Campus teaching gardens, we'd love to celebrate with you."

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• SLC VegFest | 12-8 PM @ Library Square, 210 E 400 S, SLC. Event by Utah Animal Rights Coalition (UARC): "SLC VegFest is a family-friendly and free event where Utahns will learn how we can save up to 100 animals each year, significantly lessen our impact on the environment, and improve our overall health by simply leaving animal products off our plates. The 10th annual event will feature delicious vegan food from local restaurants and bakeries, a kids' area, and lively entertainment, creating a fun and welcoming environment. The festival brings together local businesses, nonprofits, and individuals committed to creating a more compassionate, sustainable, and healthy community."

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Saturday, September 19:

• 9th & 9th Street Festival | 10 A- 6 P @ 900 S 900 E, SLC. "The Festival is free, fun, kid-friendly, pet-friendly, music-friendly, food-friendly, art-friendly, and best of all, neighbor-friendly! Learn about new things, shop the street, enjoy a tasty treat, and listen to some great music."

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• People's Great Salt Lake Summit | 9A-2P @ SLCC Miller Center, 9750 S 300 W, Sandy. "An annual gathering of devoted community members, experts, and activists. We will get updates on the state of the Lake from local biologists, hear policy ideas for this year, do some cultural transformation work, and strategize our next steps to restore Great Salt Lake."

SUN-TUES, Sep 20-22:

• Seed School with Snake River Seed Co-op @ Wasatch Community Gardens Campus, 629 E 800 S, SLC. "Wasatch Community Gardens and Snake River Seed Cooperative invite you to a three-day Seed School. This special event will happen at multiple locations and will feature organic seed production and seed saving workshops for gardeners of all experience levels. Topics will include seed biology, harvesting, cleaning, and selection to help growers adapt seeds to our Intermountain West. More workshop details are on the way — save the dates on your calendar now and stay tuned."

Thursday, October 8:

• Silver & Sandstone Fall Fundraiser Gala@ the Tower at Rice Eccles Stadium, SLC. Event by Volunteers of America, Utah: "Every guest in attendance helps fund our programs across Salt Lake County that address mental health, addiction, and homelessness, giving our neighbors in need the tools to rebuild their lives. Great food and drinks, live music, fantastic silent and live auction packages, and genuine connection with a room full of people who want to help others change their path for the better." For tickets or tables, click here. 

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Saturday, October 10: