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Juneteenth Freedom Festival: A Time to Celebrate Freedom & Culture in Utah

4 min read | Now recognized as the longest-running Juneteenth celebration in the state, this family-friendly event has grown into a staple summer tradition—one that highlights the power of gathering,...
Last updated: June 12, 2025
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Utah Filipino Festival: A Joyful Celebration of Filipino Heritage in the Heart of Utah

3 min read | Since its founding in 2014, this grassroots, community-powered festival has grown into one of Utah’s most beloved cultural celebrations—highlighting roots and tradition....
Last updated: May 29, 2025
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Experience the Magic of the Utah Shakespeare Festival

2 min read | By Dustin Khong Since its inaugural season in 1962, the festival has blossomed into a nationally recognized event, drawing theater enthusiasts from across the globe!...
Last updated: May 8, 2025
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Days of ’47: Utah’s Heart of the Pioneer Spirit

2 minute read | Written by: Dustin Khong The festival commemorates the journey of early Utah settlers who traveled the western frontier in search of land to start their new...
Last updated: May 8, 2025
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Utah’s Heart of Scandinavia: The Utah Scandinavian Festival

2 minute read | Written by: Dustin Khong Utah’s Scandinavian Festival has been a staple and a spectacle since 1976 as an effort to revive the city of Ephraim’s Nordic heritage...
Last updated: May 8, 2025
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Utah Pride Festival: A Colorful Celebration of Community and Connection in the Heart of Salt Lake City

3 min read | Over the years, the Utah Pride Festival has become more than just a weekend event—it’s a tradition that brings friends, families, and neighbors together in a...
Last updated: January 12, 2026
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Utah’s Obon Celebration

3 minute read | By Dustin Khong Festival-goers can experience the rhythmic pulse of taiko drums and join the lively Bon Odori folk dance that circles around a central stage....
Last updated: April 1, 2026
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Lunar New Year in Utah

5 minute read | By Dustin Khong Each community celebrates the traditional festival in their own way, but all sponsor vibrant and joyous events....
Last updated: April 1, 2026
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Festa Italiana SLC

5 minute read | By: Dustin Khong The festival also features cultural exhibits about history, craft demonstrations, and activities drawn from Italian culture....
Last updated: April 1, 2026
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Celebrating Life and Culture at Utah’s Festival Latinoamericano

3 minute read | By: Dustin Khong Featured Image Credit: Festival Latinoamericano ¡Viva la Vida! Step into the heart of Provo over Labor Day weekend for Festival Latinoamericano and you’ll...
Last updated: April 1, 2026
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Utah’s Scottish Festival

3 minute read | By: Dustin Khong Celtic Charms and Highland Hues The annual Utah Scottish Festival & Highland Games celebrates Scottish culture, and festival-goers will hear the sound of...
Last updated: April 1, 2026
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Pacific Islander Heritage Month

3 minute read | By: Dustin Khong Featured Image Credit: Pacific Island Knowledge to Action Resources Utah Offers Displays of Pacific Pride Since 2012, Utah has recognized August as Pacific...
Last updated: April 1, 2026