I can hear it already. The jets whooshing past overhead, the bagpipes marching down Main Street, meat sizzling on grills, the live music rockin’ the day away at City Park, the loud pops of fireworks. The 4th is here my fellow Parkite Americans, and it’s time to start figuring out how you will spend it. If it’s your first 4th of July in Park City, get ready, this town gets festive. If you’re used to the chaos of the red, white and blue weekend, well, you know what I’m talking about then. There is plenty going on this weekend, and we’re here to give you the lowdown:
Park City / Canyons Celebration
The 4th of July obviously starts the night before as The Canyons annual 3rd of July celebration is one of the biggest in town. Starting at 3 p.m., there will be activities throughout the day such as a mechanical bull, face painting, a magician and more, with musical act The Soulistics capping off the night from 6-8:30 p.m. This is a free event, but a very popular one so parking is extremely limited. They encourage everyone to take public transportation or ride your bike. Parking will be $5 per car, and all proceeds will go to the People’s Health Clinic.
This year, Park City and Canyons will join together to present a 4th of July weekend of activities. On Saturday the fun shifts to Park City. Start the day with the highly anticipated parade down Main Street, then settle in to Park City to catch a free concert at Park City Mountain Resort from 5:30 – 9:30 p.m., great food and the famous fireworks display at dusk.
Around Town Activities
7 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast at City Park
8 a.m.: Park City Ski Team 5k Fun Run. Call Cole Sport at 435-649-4806 for more information
10 a.m.-5 pm: Rugby games, live music, barbecue at the north end of City Park
11 a.m.: Famous 4th of July Parade with over 70 floats. Pick your spot for viewing on Main Street or Park Avenue, as it’s a packed event each and every year!
Noon-4 pm: Food, live music, beer garden, vendors in City Park
5:30-9:30 pm: Beer garden, barbecue and free live music by the George T Gregory Band at Park City Mountain Resort (Note: No outside alcohol allowed into concert venue, please.)
Dusk: Finally, fireworks are set to go off at Park City Mountain Resort!
Poolside Buffet and Barbecue at Powder, Waldorf Astoria
Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. enjoy an elaborate buffet and barbecue menu. $19.50 per person, $12.50 per child 12 and under, Kids under 3 eat for free. Salads: Crisp Hearts of Romaine, Caesar Dressing, Grana Padano, Croutons Traditional Cole Slaw Radicchio, Cilantro, Carrot. Mains: Citrus Garlic Chicken, Barebecue Sauce Smoked Tri Tip Steak with Jalapeno, Scallions. Sides: Corn on the Cobb, Cilantro Garlic Butter, Baked Beans, Charred Onions, Jalapeno Cheddar Corn Bread, Sliced Watermelon. Dessert: Assorted Cookies, Brownies, Lemon Bars
4th of July Barbecue Buffet at The Glitretind, Stein Eriksen Lodge
From 5 to 8 p.m., head to The Glitretind at the beautiful Stein Eriksen Lodge for an unforgettable 4th of July barbecue buffet. $55 for adults, $25 for children. There will be a couple different carving stations, ribs, baked beans, macaroni and cheese, all the classics!
Patriotic Utah Symphony Performance at Deer Valley
Pack a picnic and join Deer Valley for a patriotic celebration featuring Broadway stars Gary Mauer and Elizabeth Southard performing all your red, white and blue favorites. Show begins at 7:30 p.m., and will be held rain or shine. Buy tickets by clicking here.
Cisero’s Independence Day Party
Friday July 3rd, music starts at 10 p.m. and will be playing late! DJ Q-Tip will play hip-hop, dance and all the top 40 hits.
