Park City Weekend Agenda: July 26–28
Looking for smashing entertainment? Wasatch County Fair kicks off with the Demolition Derby on Friday and Saturday.
All Weekend Long
Wasatch County Fair Demolition Derby
6:45 p.m., Friday and Saturday @ Wasatch County Event Complex, Heber City
Come on out for non-stop, wipeout fun otherwise known as “legalized road rage.” Tickets (starting at $20) available online. wasatchcountyfair.com
Flying Ace All-Stars Aerial Show
1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays @ The Utah Olympic Park
Prepare to be amazed by the gravity defying stunts of the Flying Ace All-Stars, a half-hour choreographed spectacle featuring Olympians, National Team members, and rising stars as this coordinated collaboration of athletes take flight on skis and snowboards. utaholympiclegacy.org
Martin Sexton
Friday–Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 6 p.m. @ The Egyptian Theatre
The American singer-songwriter presents highlights from his ninth studio release, “Mixtape of the Open Road.” parkcityshows.com
Martin Sexton delivers his unique blend of folk, blues, rock, and pop to the Egyptian Theatre stage this weekend.
Image: Courtesy Egyptian Theatre
Indoor Climbing Wall
Saturday and Sunday, 1-3 p.m. @ Swaner EcoCenter
Kids of all ages can find fun at Swaner EcoCenter’s indoor climbing wall—and a host of eco-friendly exhibits to peruse when they need a breather. Harnesses supplied; please wear shoes with covered toes. Free for members; Fee for non-members. swanerecocenter.org
Friday, July 26
Summit Yoga Series
9 a.m.–10 a.m. @ Montage Deer Valley
Settle in for complimentary yoga and guided meditation on the Montage lawn. All levels welcome, with yoga mats provided. Space is limited, reservations necessary to attend. In the event of rain, yoga will be cancelled. To RSVP, call (435) 604-1400 or visit montagehotels.com
DIY Beeswax Wrap Workshop
6–8 p.m. @ Swaner Nature Preserve
Say goodbye to plastic and hello to functional, wrap-able art. Learn how to make beautiful and environmentally friendly reusable beeswax wraps as an alternative to plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Make a set of wraps to use at home and leave with the skills to make more! $20 per person, $10 for Swaner members. Register online, space is limited. swanerecocenter.org
Last Friday Gallery Stroll
6-9 p.m. @ Park City Main Street
Enjoy light refreshments and check out Park City’s exciting art scene at the Last Friday Gallery Stroll, a free community event presented by members of the Park City Gallery Association. parkcitygalleryassociation.com
Meet "Lars" at this month's gallery stroll. The oil on stainless steel piece is a new work by artist Mai Wyn Schantz, featured at TROVE Gallery—one of more than a dozen galleries participating in the event.
America in Space: A Cinematic Celebration
7:30 p.m. @ Deer Valley’s Snow Park Amphitheater
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of NASA’s moon landing with Utah Symphony as they perform music from beloved Hollywood films about astronauts as well as new music from a NASA Exhibit. NASA documentary footage accompanies the sonic tribute. Picnics, blankets, and chairs (on west side of lawn, no higher than 9” from the ground) are welcome. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. deervalleymusicfestival.org
Queen Nation
7 p.m. @ DeJoria Center, Kamas
This tribute band will “rock you” for 90 minutes of vintage, Freddie Mercury-esque tunes. Expect everything from “Bohemian Rhapsody” to “We Are The Champions” in this greatest-hits show. www.dejoriacenter.com
“RBG” Outdoor Film Screening
Dusk @ City Park
Bring your picnics and blankets for the riveting story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her consuming love affairs with both The Constitution and her beloved husband Marty, and of how her early legal battles helped change the world for women—ultimately leading her to become an icon of justice in the highest court in the land. Free. sundance.org
Saturday, July 27
Saturday Morning Nature Walk
8:30–10 a.m. @ Swaner EcoCenter
Discover the Swaner Preserve with a guided nature tour, navigating the wetlands while learning about the diverse plant and animal species found in its grasses and waters. Keep your eyes peeled for an abundance of birds, elk, and perhaps a nesting sandhill crane. Free for Swaner members; fee for non-members. swanerecocenter.org
Farm Stand Dinner
6 p.m. @ Copper Moose Farm Stand, Old Ranch Road
Enjoy an intimate, farm-to-table experience with a four-course dinner prepared by Chef Jordan Harvey. Reservations required online. $200 per person. coppermoosefarm.com
Rodrigo y Gabriela: Mettavolution Tour
7:30 p.m. @ Deer Valley’s Snow Park Amphitheater
Mexican acoustic rock guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela share the next chapter of their remarkable story with the release of the most ambitious music of their twenty-year career together. Picnics, blankets, and chairs (on west side of lawn, no higher than 9” from the ground) welcome. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. deervalleymusicfestival.org
Sunday, July 28
Park Silly Sunday Market
10 a.m.–5 p.m. @ Historic Main Street
Bike, scooter, or ride the bus up to Main St. for an eco-friendly, open-air market and street festival. Enjoy eclectic local and regional arts and crafts, music and performance art, antiques, imports and one-of-a-kind finds, delicious gourmet foods, and farmers market fruits and vegetables. parksillysundaymarket.com
Beethoven Festival
4:30 p.m. @Temple Har Shalom, 3700 Brookside Court
Acclaimed Cellist Julie Bevan, Clarinetist Russell Harlow, Violist Leslie Harlow and Violinists Donna Fairbanks and Gabriel Gordon perform works by Tchiakovsky, Schumann, Taneyev, Glazunov, Bermann, and Handel. Arrive at 4:30 p.m. to enjoy a delectable buffet of gourmet cheeses, fruit and wine before the concert and during intermission. Tickets are $45 per person. Tickets are $45 per person. pcmusicfestival.com
Patrick Ryan
7-10 p.m. @ The Spur Bar & Grill
Patrick Ryan covers old favorites and new, bringing a great time to every performance. 21+ thespurbarandgrill.com
Ongoing Summer Fun
Utah Olympic Park Summer Attractions
From learning about the Utah Olympic Park’s unique sporting heritage in the free museum to taking a ride-of-a-lifetime on the summer bobsled experience, Utah Olympic Park offers activities for all. The park’s summer experiences include the extreme zip line, zip line tour, alpine slide, drop tower, adventure courses and scenic chairlift rides. Hours 10 a.m.–6 p.m. daily. The Flying Ace All-Star Freestyle shows start June 22. utaholympiclegacy.org
Park City Mountain Summer Activities
Check out a variety of adventures for guests of virtually any age. Hold on for the drops and turns of the alpine coaster, discover the mountain’s hiking and biking trails, or watch your family reach new heights in the Adventure Park. Golf is in full swing at the Canyons, too. parkcitymountain.com
Deer Valley Resort
Scenic chair lift rides and lift-serviced hiking and mountain biking, afternoon e-bike tours, live music and delectable dining. deervalleyresort.com
Park City Museum
Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday, noon–6 @ Park City Museum
Explore Park City’s rich mining history through interactive and educational exhibits that take you into a mine shaft and old-time jail. Children can complete a “Park City History Detectives” activity, digging deeper into the past. parkcityhistory.org
For more events and up-to-date happenings around town, check out our event calendar.
Special Events
Flying Ace All-Star Aerial Shows
Concerts
Martin Sexton
Special Events
