Summer is a great time to look to the mountains for recreation including camping, hiking, fishing and mountain climbing. Check out your local community college for how-to classes to get started or find a group of enthusiasts on-line.
Salt Lake City Event Calendar for June
As always, if you or your organization has an event that you would like to see listed here, please e-mail me at saltlakecity@about.com. All events are subject to change without notice and the prices may change. Please check the organization's website for up-to-date information on all activities.
Art Exhibits and Events
- Salt Lake Art Center
June 7 - 6:30 p.m.
A Dada-inspired evening with a contemporary twist and silent auction will benefit community education programs in Salt Lake City. - Utah Cultural Celebration Center
Until June 18 - Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
From the Masses to the Masses: Art of the Yan'an Cave Artists Group. Free.June 26 - 6-9 p.m.
Face of Utah Sculpture Exhibit Grand Opening. Free. - Utah Museum of Fine Arts
June 23- September 21
Monet to Picasso from the Cleveland Museum of Art Exhibit
Comedy Shows
- The Off-Broadway Theatre
June 6,7,13,14,20,21 at 10 p.m.
Laughing Stock - An improv, interactive comedy troupe performs a show similar to 'Whose Line is it Anyways.' No two shows are the same. - Desert Star Playhouse
Through June 7 - Shows start at 7 p.m. except Tuesday and Sunday, Matinees on Saturday
The Wizard of OddJune 12-August 23 - Shows start at 7 p.m. except Tuesday and Sunday, Matinees on Saturday
Indiana Bones - Broadway Across America
June 25,26,27,28 and 29 at various times at the Capitol Theatre
The Drowsy Chaperone - Art Tix
June 27 - 7 p.m.
Jerry Seinfeld at Abravenal Hall
Festivals
- Riverton Arts Festival
June 5,6 and 7th at Riverton City Park (12600 S. 1400 W.)
The Riverton Metropolitan Orchestra will play and local artists will be featured. Free. - Utah Pride Festival and Parade
June 6-8; Parade is on June 8 at 10 p.m. and is free. Other events vary in cost. - Dark Arts Festival
June 6-8; Times vary. $25 for a full weekend pass.
The Dark Arts Festival is held at Area 51 (451 South 400 West) - Wild Outdoors Festival
June 6-7 from 10 a.m.8 p.m. at Thanksgiving Point
All things outdoors, including speed-climbing and a lumberjack competition. - Deseret Peak Days and Stampede
June 6-8, Times vary
Rodeo and craft show at the Toole Deseret Peak Complex. - Utah Chalk Art Festival
June 13-14 at the Gateway. Free.
Proceeds benefit the Utah Foster Care Foundation. - Utah Scottish Festival and Highland Games
June 13-14, Times, prices and places vary. Please see website for details.
Enjoy Scottish bands and music or attend the whiskey tasting party. - Utah's Frontier Fest
June 13-14 at Gardner Village
Enjoy an old-fashioned hoedown, a story fest and other pioneer events. - Asian Festival
June 13-14 at the Southtowne Expo Center
See the drummers, watch master calligraphers and dine on Asian cuisine. - Venture Outdoors Festival
June 14th from 3-6 p.m. at the Canyon Rim Park - Strawberry Days & Rodeo
June 15-22, Times and cost vary by activity.
Held in Pleasant Grove, UT. - Utah Shakespearean Festival
June 19-August 30. Times and prices vary.
This festival draws nearly 150,000 people to Cedar City, Utah to view the Bard's work. - South Jordan City Country Fest
June 20 at 6 p.m. at City Park (11000 S. Redwood Road)
Enjoy a parade, food and drink at this annual event. - Swaner Nature Festival
June 21, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Basin Recreation Field House in Park City (1388 Center Drive)
Music, geocaching and nature walks are highlights of this festival. - Utah Arts Festival
June 26-29, Times and events vary.
Held at the Library Square in downtown Salt Lake City. - West Fest
June 26-29 at Centennial Park in West Valley City (5415 West 3100 South)
A carnival, parade and 5k fun run are a part of this event. - Heber Valley Pow Wow and Mountain Man Rendezvous
June 27-29 at Soldier Hollow
Admission is $6.00, children 6 and under are free.
Films
- Friday Night Flicks
Held at a different Salt Lake City park every Friday night starting on June 6th. See the website for listings. Free popcorn. Pizza and drinks for sale. Free. - Salt Lake City Film Center
June 2 - 7 p.m. at the downtown Salt Lake City Library auditorium.
Muxes: Authentic, Intrepid Seekers of Danger
In Spanish with English subtitles. Free.June 16 - 7 p.m. at the downtown Salt Lake City Library auditorium.
A Series of Short Films from the Burundi Film CenterJune 17 - 7 p.m. at the downtown Salt Lake City Library auditorium.
Outside: A documentary of four gay homeless youth who live in Salt Lake City. Free.
Music
- Kingsbury Hall
June 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Return to Forever - Corea, Clarke, Di Meola, White
A fusion of rock 'n roll and jazz. - The Depot
June 3 - 8 p.m.
Erykah BaduJune 20 - 7 p.m.
The Reverend Horton HeathJune 24 - 7 p.m
Bob Weir and RatDog with Government Mule - Broadway Across America
June 3-9, Times vary.
Stomp - An unconventional eight-member percussion troupe. - The Gallivan Center
Free summer concerts beginning on June 7th.
Viva SLC! is an all day rock and roll concert featuring local, live bands. - Gina Bachauer Piano Competition
Song Choi (18) and Weiyi Le (13) of Utah will compete at this year's competition.
June 16-23 at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center (138 West 300 South)
$10 for a day pass or $100 for a two-week pass.
Theatre
- Mormon Miracle Pageant
June 12-14 and 17-21 at 9 p.m. Free.
The pageant is held outdoors at the Manti Temple (500 North 200 East in Manti).
Other Events
- Downtown Farmers Market
June 14 - Held Saturdays until October from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

