Spring in SLC Means Exciting Events!
With longer days and warmer weather, Salt Lake City comes alive in May with exciting events! Whether you’re looking for live music, cultural festivals, outdoor markets, or Memorial Day celebrations, there’s something for everyone this month.
🌞 What’s happening in SLC this May?
✔️ Live concerts from legendary artists 🎶
✔️ Festivals celebrating arts, culture & food 🍜
✔️ Memorial Day tributes & outdoor gatherings 🇺🇸
1. Kilby Block Party 2025 – The Ultimate Music Festival 🎸
📅 Dates: May 15–18, 2025
📍 Utah State Fairpark
🎟️ Tickets: Visit Website
🎶 Live performances from top indie & alternative bands
🎨 Art installations & food vendors
👨👩👧 Family-friendly community vibe
💡 Pro Tip: Get tickets early! This festival sells out fast every year.
2. Living Traditions Festival – Celebrate Diversity 🌍
📅 Dates: May 16–18, 2025
📍 Washington and Liberty Square, Salt Lake City
🎟️ Admission: FREE!
✨ Live cultural performances from around the world
🍲 Authentic global cuisine – Try flavors from Asia, Latin America & Europe
🎭 Art exhibits & craft markets
💡 Pro Tip: Come hungry! The food vendors offer delicious and unique dishes you won’t want to miss.
3. Billy Joel & Sting – A Legendary Concert Night 🎤
📅 Date: May 23, 2025
📍 Rice-Eccles Stadium
🎟️ Tickets: Get Yours Here
🎼 Billy Joel & Sting performing their greatest hits LIVE
🏟️ Iconic venue with epic stadium energy
🎶 Once-in-a-lifetime music experience
💡 Pro Tip: Arrive early for best parking and a great seat view!
4. Utah Opera Presents: Madame Butterfly 🎭
📅 Dates: May 3–11, 2025
📍 Capitol Theatre, Salt Lake City
🎟️ Tickets: Buy Here
🎶 Breathtaking operatic performance of Puccini’s classic
🎭 Live orchestra & stunning stage design
✨ Perfect for opera lovers & first-time attendees alike
💡 Pro Tip: Dress up for the occasion! Capitol Theatre’s elegant setting makes for a memorable night out.
5. Memorial Day in Salt Lake City 🇺🇸
📅 Date: May 26, 2025
📍 Various Locations
🏛️ Veterans Memorial Services – Pay tribute at Fort Douglas Cemetery
🎆 Outdoor gatherings & BBQs – Parks like Liberty Park & Sugar House Park host picnics and community events
🚴 Memorial Day Bike Ride – Join a fun community ride through the city
💡 Pro Tip: Pack a picnic basket & blanket for a relaxing afternoon outdoors!
6. Outdoor Spring Markets & Farmers’ Markets 🍓
📅 When: Every Saturday in May
📍 Locations: The Gateway, Liberty Park, and local neighborhoods
🛍️ What to Expect:
✔️ Fresh produce & local artisan goods
✔️ Live music & food trucks
✔️ Handmade crafts & gifts
💡 Pro Tip: Bring cash and reusable shopping bags for an easy shopping experience.
7. Red Butte Garden Outdoor Concert Series 🎶
📅 Begins: May 2025
📍 Red Butte Garden Amphitheatre
🎟️ Concert Schedule & Tickets
✔️ Live music under the stars 🌌
✔️ Gorgeous botanical garden setting 🌿
✔️ Bring blankets & snacks for a perfect evening
💡 Pro Tip: These concerts sell out fast—grab tickets as soon as they go on sale!
8. Sundance Mountain Resort Outdoor Theater 🎭
📅 Summer Season Begins in May
📍 Sundance Mountain Resort
🎟️ Theatre Tickets & Schedule
🌄 Enjoy live theatre productions at the base of Mount Timpanogos
✨ Outdoor setting surrounded by nature
🎭 Perfect date night or family outing
💡 Pro Tip: Bring a blanket and arrive early for the pre-show mountain magic!
9. Sandy Amphitheater Spring Concerts 🎵
📅 Season Begins: May 2025
📍 Sandy City Amphitheater
🎟️ Upcoming Shows & Tickets
🎤 Outdoor concerts in a scenic open-air venue
🎶 Featuring local & national performers all summer
🪑 Reserve lawn or stadium seating for any budget
💡 Pro Tip: Grab food from a nearby restaurant and enjoy a picnic pre-show!
🎉 May in SLC is Packed with Exciting Events!
From live music festivals and concerts to cultural celebrations and Memorial Day observances, there’s no shortage of things to do in Salt Lake City this May.
🎟️ Plan ahead, grab your tickets, and make the most of this exciting month!
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