July Activities in Salt Lake, Utah

🎬 Summer Outdoor Film Series at Liberty Park – 7/11
Spend your summer nights under the stars with Utah Film Center’s Summer Outdoor Film Series! Join us at Liberty Park this July and August for a lineup of incredible films that are sure to light up your Friday nights. FLOW Tumbleweeds 900 South 700 East, Salt Lake City @ 8 pm

🤠 Draper Days Rodeo at Draper Parks and Rec – 7/11 & 7/12
Make plans now for the 2025 Draper Days Rodeo! Featuring classic rodeo events such as bull riding, bareback riding, steer wrestling, calf roping, saddle bronc riding, and other exciting competitions, it’s an event you don’t want to miss. Not only are the top cowboys and cowgirls featured, but there is food, shopping, and more. The whole family will enjoy this affordable community event. It’s strongly recommended you arrive at least one hour early so parking and seating can be done without missing any of the rodeo action! 1600-1601 E. Highland Dr., Draper, 7/11 & 7/12 @ 7:30 pm

🧺 Downtown Farmers Market at Pioneer Park – 7/12, 7/19, 7/29
The Downtown Farmers Market is proud to enter its 34th year as Salt Lake City's most beloved summer tradition for residents and visitors. The Downtown Farmers Market exists to strengthen and support small local farms and businesses as they bring their products directly to the public. Our farmers and producers offer the freshest local fruits and vegetables as well as a wide variety of grass-fed meats, eggs, dairy, honey, and flora, along with the region's best locally made sauces, spreads, baked goods, and culinary accoutrements. 350 South 300 West, Salt Lake City, 7/12, 7/19, 7/29 @ 8-2pm

🛍️ Big Cottonwood Canyon Flea Market – 7/13, 7/20, 7/27
A Laid-back Mountain Market – Vintage, Handmade, Local Artists, Secondhand, and everything in between. All Summer Long in the beautiful mountains of Big Cottonwood Canyon. 8302 South Brighton Loop Road, Brighton, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27 @ 10-5pm

🎉 Draper Days at Draper Park – 7/14–7/19
Draper Days is a fantastic community event held every July in Draper, Utah. The event typically features a festival, parade, 5K race, sports tournaments, movie nights, concerts, and many other activities. Draper Days is sponsored and managed by Draper City and supported by a team of sponsors and volunteers. Car Show, Children’s Bike Parade, Concert and Fireworks, Draper Days 5k, Draper Idol, Heritage Banquet, Horse Pull, Movie Night, Pancake Breakfast, Parade, Park Activities, Rodeo. 12501 S 1300 E, Draper. 7/14-7/19 @ 9-12am

💃 Gallivan Center Dance Nights – 7/15, 7/22, 7/29
Tuesday nights at the Gallivan Center bring you Dance Nights! From 7:00 to 9:15 PM, enjoy live music featuring new bands each week and dance in the heart of downtown. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just starting out, join us at 7:00 PM for a fun, beginner-friendly dance lesson led by a pro from Ballroom Utah. It’s the perfect midweek escape—live music, great energy, and unforgettable moves. Best of all, it’s free and open to all ages. See you on the dance floor! 239 South Main Street, Salt Lake City. 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 @7-9pm

🌊 ZooBrew: Surfin' Safari (21+) at Hogle Zoo – 7/16
Need a staycation? Catch some waves at ZooBrew: Surfin’ Safari! Bask in the setting sun with friends, delicious brews, and good vibes as you stroll the zoo dressed in your best Hawaiian shirts and sunglasses. Just be careful not to wipe out! Did you know many top predators are water enthusiasts? Seals, sea lions, polar bears, tigers, and even gopher snakes are known to venture into gnarly waters in search of food. At ZooBrew: Surfin' Safari, you'll discover animal adaptations and learn about Hogle Zoo's conservation efforts! Please note: ZooBrews are 21+ events. 2600 East Sunnyside Avenue, Salt Lake City. 7/16 @ 6:30-9:30 pm

🕺 Intro to Swing Dance! Country and West Coast Swing at DF Dance Studio – 7/17, 7/24, 7/31
Intro to Swing Styles – Drop-In Class
Every Thursday at 8 PM at DF Dance Studio, Pre-register and SAVE! $25 at the door $29. Any DF Dance Punch Passes & Memberships Accepted! No partner or experience needed. Perfect for absolute beginners. Learn fun, upbeat moves in a friendly, welcoming space. Swing dancing is playful, social, and seriously addictive — come give it a try! Reserve your spot now & get ready to swing out! → https://www.dfdancestudio.com/drop-in.
2978 South State Street, Salt Lake City. 7/17, 7/24, 7/31 @8-8:50pm

🎤 Bop To The Top (18+) at The Depot – 7/18
Childhood classics from Disney Channel shows! Come dance and reminisce.
13 N 400 W, Salt Lake City, 7/18 @ 8:30 pm-12 am.

🎄 Market & Craft Fair: Christmas in July at the Gateway – 7/18
Join us for a day full of unique crafts, delicious food, and amazing vendors bringing you handmade jewelry, clothing, crochet, resin art, woodwork, 3D printing, and so much more! Join us for an unforgettable shopping experience at 18 N. Rio Grande Street! Explore and support over 60 local businesses offering unique products and services. Enjoy hourly drawings with exciting prizes, capture memories at fun photo ops, and discover even more surprises throughout the day! But that’s not all! The Gateway’s Art Stroll will be happening simultaneously, showcasing installations created by local artists throughout Rio Grande Street. Stroll through the art displays, meet the artists, and maybe even find a new piece to take home! Best of all, entry is completely free! So, gather your friends and family, and come spend the evening with us. There’s something for everyone, and we can’t wait to see you there! 18 North Rio Grande Street, Salt Lake City, 7/18 @ 4-9 pm

🥾 2025 Days of '47 First Encampment Hike at Donner Park – 7/19
Our 21st year with the Commemorative Trek to the first pioneer campsite in the Salt Lake Valley. During this family-oriented event, you can walk in the footsteps of the 1847 pioneers in a festive and commemorative hike that follows Emigration Creek through beautiful Salt Lake City neighborhoods. Points of interest will be described and pioneer conveyances demonstrated along the way. Foods prepared during the era will be discussed. The hike begins at 7 a.m. at Donner Park and ends at First Encampment Park, near the site where the pioneers camped in the Salt Lake Valley on July 22, 1847. The hike is five miles long. Please arrange your transportation accordingly. Wagons and strollers for children are welcome. No bicycles, skateboards, or scooters are allowed, except as reasonably necessary to facilitate disability access. To add to the festivities, participants are welcome to bring an American flag, wear a name tag, or dress in period costume to honor a pioneer. 2770 East and 990 South, SLC, 7 am.

🎶 Disney in Concert with Utah Symphony at Sandy Amphitheater – 7/19
Get ready for the ultimate throwback experience with Disney 80s-90s Celebration in Concert, featuring the very best Disney and Pixar hits from two iconic decades! Fan-favorite moments from Hercules, A Goofy Movie, Toy Story, The Little Mermaid, Newsies, A Bug's Life, Aladdin, The Lion King, Mulan, Beauty and the Beast, Pocahontas, The Disney Afternoon, and so much more! Don't miss this totally epic event with Broadway stars and the Utah Symphony! 1245 East 9400 South, Sandy, 7/19 @ 7:30-11 pm

🎇 Pioneer Days at This is The Place – 7/24
Utah's celebration of Pioneer Day won't be complete without a visit to This Is The Place Heritage Park after the Parade! In addition to our everyday line-up of FUN, we add even more on this special day, we celebrate the founding of UTAH! Your entire family will have a blast! Our Candy Cannon heralds the day with a BANG! It's raining old-fashioned taffy down Main Street when the Candy Cannon fires away. There will be games galore! Come prepared to play with us and take home some new family memories! The celebration wouldn't be complete without enjoying the everyday activities: panning for gold, riding ponies and trains, enjoying art and craft projects, and much more. When you smell those Brigham's Donuts, duck inside the Social Hall and have yourself a little bit of sugary heaven! But save a little room, as you'll want to see if you can triumph at the Watermelon Eating Contest! 2601 East Sunnyside Avenue, Salt Lake City 7/24 @10-5pm

🌍 Utah African Festival at Liberty Park – 7/26
The Utah African Festival is a vibrant celebration of culture, arts, and community. This event aims to showcase the rich heritage of African culture through music, dance, food, and art, bringing together diverse communities and promoting cultural understanding. The entrance is free with a diversity of activities: face painting, balloon twisting, foosball, soccer, etc. 900 South 700 East, Salt Lake City, 7/26 @ 12-8 pm