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As the long summer days wind down, it’s hard to believe that autumn is already around the corner. Fall in the Wasatch Back is a season worth celebrating—when the mountains glow with vibrant color and the community comes together for favorite traditions like Swiss Days, Miners Day, and Howl-O-Ween.
As you plan your fall outings, keep in mind that event dates and details may change with the weather, so be sure to use the links provided for the most up-to-date information. We hope to see you out enjoying the splendor of the autumn season!
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| PARK CITY MINERS DAY September 1
Honoring Park City’s rich mining heritage, Miners Day has long been a centerpiece of Labor Day festivities. This one-of-a-kind tradition brings the community together, with celebrations stretching from Historic Main Street to City Park.
7:30 am - 9:30 am | Miners Day Breakfast | City Park
8:00 am | Miners Day Bark City 5k Run | City Park
10:30 am | Running of the Balls | Main Street (buy balls now!)
11:00 am | Miners Day Parade | Main Street
11:30 am - 4:00 pm | Food Trucks & Beer/Liquor Garden | City Park
11:45 am - 4:00 pm | Music in the Park | City Park Stage
12:00 - 4:00 pm | Miners & Memories Presentations | Miners Hosp
12:30 pm - 1:00 pm | Kids' Games | City Park
12:30 pm - 2:00 pm | Mining Competition | City Park
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Midway Town Square
August 29 - 30
A beloved local tradition, this annual event draws thousands of visitors to Midway each year. From lively entertainment to family-friendly activities, it’s a celebration that offers something for everyone.
Official Swiss Days Website |
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FRANCIS FRONTIER DAYS
Francis | Aug 29 - Sept 1
Celebrate Labor Day Weekend at Francis Frontier Days, where small-town charm meets big-time fun! Enjoy tasty food, live music, kids’ activities, local crafts, barrel racing, rodeos, a talent show, and plenty more throughout the weekend.
More info here!
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SHOWCASE OF HOMES
Park City Area | Aug 29 - Sept 1
Explore a stunning collection of homes, from mountain retreats to contemporary designs, showcased across the Park City and Heber Valley. Each home is thoughtfully integrated into its setting and boasts exquisite finishes and decor.
Purchase tickets!
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USED BOOK SALE
Park City Library | Aug 31 - Sept 1
Stock up on great reads at bargain prices—just $1–$3 per book! From picture books to popular fiction, there’s something for everyone, and proceeds benefit Park City Library’s community programs.
Member Preview: Aug 31, 8–10am
Public Sale: Aug 31–Sept 1, 10am–4pm
Tote Bag Happy Hour: Sept 1, 2–4 pm
(fill a tote for $15!)
More info here! |
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POINT 2 POINT
Park City Area | August 30
Watch the nation’s top endurance mountain bikers tackle Park City’s world-class trails in this annual race. Whether competing or cheering from the sidelines, it’s an event that tests grit and guarantees finish-line smiles.
More info here!
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FARM TO FORK 2025
Terrace at Pendry Park City
September 3 | 6-9pm
Join Summit Community Gardens + EATS for a memorable evening celebrating the powerful impact of their mission to expand fresh food access, strengthen food education, and foster community. The event features delicious food, live music, and refreshing “garden‑to‑glass” cocktails and libations. A lively live auction—featuring experiences and items like nativescape consultations, unique art, private dinners, and more—helps fund their critical programs.
Info here!
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MOOSE ON THE LOOSE RACE + 5K
Utah Olympic Park | September 6
Moose on the Loose races are designed to be achievable and enjoyable for all levels of runners, with the goal of inspiring kids to do their best, push themselves, and believe in themselves. The final race will start and finish at the base of the Olympic ski jumps and use the surrounding trail system. These trails will challenge racers with the most vertical gain and loss of the series.
Learn more here! |
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TOUR DES SUDS
City Park to Guardsman | Sept 7
Tour des Suds returns! Whether you’re in it to race for an award or just to enjoy a wild costume party, this 7-mile mountain bike climb is sure to thrill. Be ready to tackle a 2,200′ vertical ascent from City Park to the finish at the top of Guardsman Pass.
More info here.
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Clint Black - “Back on the Blacktop” Tour Aug 30 | 7pm
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WINTER SERIES Eccles Center Park City
National Geographic LIVE with Lisa Briggs - A Pirate’s Life Oct 17 | 7:00 pm
Reinventing Medicine w/Technology & AI: Dr. Jagmeet Singh Oct 25 | 7:00 pm
Wicked Sing-a-Long Nov 8 | 6 pm |
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| MONSTER DRAWING RALLY Kimball Art Center | September 13
Monster Drawing Rally is a lively fundraiser supporting the Arts Council of Park City & Summit County and Kimball Art Center. Hosted outdoors at Kimball Art Center, the event features live music, food, a cash bar, and timed art-making sessions where artists create original works in just 50 minutes. Guests can watch the creative process unfold, connect with local artists, and purchase finished pieces on the spot. Works span a range of mediums—including graphite, ink, charcoal, painting, digital art, and collage.
Learn more here! |
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MOUNTAIN BEER FESTIVAL
Deer Valley® Resort | Sept 13 - 14
Celebrate the Deer Valley Mountain Beer Festival with scenic chairlift rides, outdoor dining, live music, and family-friendly fun while exploring the festival. Sip and savor a curated lineup of Utah’s top craft beers from a variety of favorite local breweries.
More Info here! |
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Every event is a fundraiser, with 100% of your donations going towards the care of beloved Wild Horses. These talented instructors graciously donate their skills. Support Wild Heart by attending one of these amazing classes.
Nature Yoga Lauren Lockey | Aug 28 | 6:30pm
Move and Have Fun Hannah | Sept 3 | 6:30pm
Jessica's Magical Yoga Sept 7 | 6:30pm
Gentle Drumming and YIN yoga Fiona | Sept 11 | 6:30pm
Line Dancing Lessons Katie McCarron | Sept 18 | 6:00pm
Come Flow Madeleine | Sept 20 | 6:00pm
Nature Yoga Sunny | Sept 23 | 6:00pm
Nature Yoga Lauren Lockey | Sept 25 | 5:30pm
Wild Heart Healing Through Art | Sep 28 | 3:00 – 5:00pm
QiGong with Scott White | Sept 30 | 6:00 - 7:00pm
Wild Horse Day Retreat-Autumn Experience | Oct 5 | 9:00am - 3:30pm
Plan A Visit to meet the Wild Heart Herd
Reserve a spot! |
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PARK CITY WINE FESTIVAL
Various Locations | Oct 2 - 4
Discover everything the Park City Wine Festival has to offer. Savor wines from the West Coast to France, with more than 100 wineries featured at the Grand Tastings. Enjoy expertly paired dinners and lunches, join guided wine hikes and lifestyle events, and deepen your appreciation through seminars led by winemakers and sommeliers.
More info here! |
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SCARECROW FESTIVAL
McPolin Farm | October 4
Create your own scarecrow at McPolin Farm! The City supplies straw and a frame along the trail—you bring the head, clothing, shoes, props, and any fun accessories. Prefer to craft at home? Build your scarecrow there and then showcase it at McPolin Farm for everyone to enjoy!
More info here! |
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9th ANNUAL SHOTSKI
Main Street Park City | October 11
Raise a glass at the 9th annual Park City Sunrise Shot Ski™ on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 2 p.m. on Historic Main Street. Hosted by Park City Sunrise Rotary Club and High West Distillery, this spirited tradition aims to set a new world record with 1,410 shots while raising $70,000 for the Rotary’s Community Grant Program.
More info here! |
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HOWL-O-WEEN ON HISTORIC MAIN STREET
Park City | October 31 | 3 - 6 pm
One of Park City’s most beloved traditions, this festive event brings together costumed pets, kids, gourmet goodies, and a few playful tricks for a celebration like no other. Little ghosts, goblins, and their four-legged friends are invited to Main Street for safe and spooky Trick-or-Treating fun!
Info here!
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EGYPTIAN THEATRE 328 Main Street | Park City
The Samples | Aug 29 - 31
Big Country | Sep 4 - 7
Ambrosia with John Ford Coley | Sep 11 - 14
Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone | Sep 18 - 20
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat | Sep 24 - 28
Thriller - Odyssey Dance Theatre | Oct 1 - 12
Marc Broussard | Oct 16 - 19
The Steeldrivers | Oct 22 - 25
Rocky Horror Show | Oct 29 - Nov 2
Bob Schneider | Nov 6 - 8
Sierra Hull | Nov 13 - 16
Mark O'Connor's An Appalachian Christmas | Nov 20 - 22
Elf - The Musical | Nov 25 - 30
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PARK CITY FILM SERIES
Park City Library | 1255 Park Ave
The Park City Film Series is a nonprofit organization presenting the best of independent feature, documentary, world, and local cinema, with the mission of creating community through film. Bad Shabbos | Sep 5 - 7
Folktales | Sep 12 - 14
Can’t Look Away: The Case Against Social Media | Sep 18
The Life of Chuck | Sep 19 - 21
Snowland | Sep 25
Sorry, Baby | Sep 26 - 28
Girl Climber | Oct 3 - 5
The Legend of Ochi | Oct 11
After The Snowfall | Nov 7 - 9More info here.
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PARK CITY FARMERS MARKET
Canyons Village | Wednesdays into OctEvery Wednesday, Park City Resort hosts the Park City Farmers' Market, featuring food trucks, fresh produce, baked goods, and arts and crafts from local vendors. The market runs into mid-late October.More info.
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MIDWAY VOLKSMARCH
Midway Town Square | September 27
Traditional German attire, cowbells, Stocknagel walking sticks, and live music set the scene for a walk through Midway’s historic homes and rural areas. This event invites everyone to discover what makes Midway special and why it’s worth preserving. Proceeds support Preserve Midway's open space conservation efforts.
More info here! |
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FALL REGATTA
Jordanelle Reservoir | September 13-14
The Park City Sailing Association's Annual Fall Regatta is open to all sailors! Participants are encouraged to be experienced and familiar with racing. Membership in Park City Sailing is not required. Limited charters are available. Spectating is free with park entrance.
Learn more here! |
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PLEIN AIR RENDEZVOUS
& RETREAT
Midway Town Hall | Sept 17-20
Immerse yourself in painting with Plein Air Painters of Utah instructors at various locations in Wasatch County. Gather inspiration, watch demos, paint beautiful scenes, meet top Utah painters, and make new friends. You can also sell your work in a friendly exhibition at Midway town hall. Beginners welcome!
More info here! |
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SUMMERHOUSE FARMS ANNUAL PUMPKIN EVENT
Heber | Sept 26-27
Enjoy a stroll through the pumpkin patch and participate in the fall activities on the farm! Grandpa B’s patch is chock full of 28 varieties of pumpkins, ripe for the picking. All proceeds support the friends and families of those diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
- Pumpkin Picking
- Fresh Scones
- Popup Shops
- Raffles & Games
- Food & Beverages
- Zipline
More Info here! |
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SCHUTZENSKI FESTIVAL
Soldier Hollow | Oct 2 - 4
Kick off the weekend with a 5/10km run/walk on the Olympic trails and a FREE 1km Dino Fun Run for kids. Cheer on top athletes in elite Biathlon and Cross-Country roller ski races, enjoy local food trucks, a beer garden, and try your hand at Discover Biathlon activities. Free to attend; registration required for races.
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PUMPKIN TRAIN
Heber Valley Railroad | Oct 4, 11, 18, 25
All aboard the Pumpkin Train! The Heber Valley Railroad’s annual tradition offers a 40-minute ride with live entertainment, a tasty pumpkin cookie, and a visit to the Pumpkin Patch to pick out your own pumpkin. Extra food and snacks are available for purchase at the depot.
More info here!
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| WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'S Basin Recreation Fieldhouse | Sept 6th |
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| Held annually in over 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. |
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This inspiring event invites participants of all ages
and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
More info here! |
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25th ANNIVERSARY
HIKE FOR HUNGER
Utah Olympic Park | September 6th
Celebrate CCPC’s 25th Anniversary at Nordic Flats at the Utah Olympic Park! Your donation includes event entry, live music, delicious food, and exciting UOP activities like Extreme Tubing, Alpine Slide, Zip Line, Ropes Course, Action Tower, and more!
Hike for Hunger is more than an afternoon of fun—it raises awareness of hunger and food insecurity in Summit and Wasatch Counties. All are welcome!
More info here!
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NATIONAL ABILITY CENTER EVENTS
MOFO Ride | September 27
The MOFO Ride is a mountain bike challenge that takes riders to the top of “Puke Hill” in Park City. Participants pedal in support of the National Ability Center, which empowers individuals with disabilities by building self-esteem, confidence, and lifetime skills through sports, recreation, and education. |
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LIVE LIKE SAM GALA
The Grand Hyatt - Deer Valley | Sept 27
Live Like Sam is a full-time mental health prevention and education nonprofit serving Summit and Wasatch counties. Join the fun at their signature fundraising gala, which includes a live and silent auction, three-course dinner, private concert, and more.
More info here!
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| JANS Winter Welcome is the premier fundraising event supporting youth winter sports programs on the Wasatch Back. Each year, the Youth Sports Alliance (YSA) raises vital funds to support seven YSA partner clubs and YSA's afterschool programs. Four hundred prominent members of the local community, the snow-sport industry, and friends from across the country, mingle, dine and bid on auction items to support teams and fund scholarships for junior athletes. |
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LIVE PC/GIVE PC | Nov 7th Live PC Give PC is a one-day online giving event that supports Summit County, Utah nonprofits. This initiative is made possible by Park City Community Foundation and its supporters. In 2024, LIVE PC GIVE PC raised over $5.1 Million from over 7,000 generous donors in one BIG day of giving. More info here!
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We look forward to seeing you out and about this fall, enjoying the many events happening in our community. Stay tuned as the season unfolds for more updates on local happenings, news, and culture across Park City and the Heber Valley.
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