It has been another great year of skiing here in northern Utah! The season isn’t quite over yet, but the longer days and warmer weather have us thinking about the upcoming shoulder season fun here in the Wasatch Back. We love this time of year for its variety — you can make some turns in the morning and be out on the trails and golf courses in the afternoon. And for those with a little wanderlust, now is the perfect time to head out of town to enjoy a spring getaway.
Read on for some of our ideas for making the most of your shoulder season here in the Wasatch Back and beyond!
Ski Season WINDS DOWN |
First things first – many of our resorts are still open, so get out and enjoy their slopes before they close. Pro tip: Don’t miss the closing days at Deer Valley® and Park City, as those final dates of the season are always festive and fun.
For the die-hard skiers out there, don’t despair. It looks like you will be able to make turns well into May. That is seven months for the 2024-25 ski season! No wonder so many passionate skiers call Utah home.
RESORT CLOSING DATES | Check for updates here!
BEAVER Closed
BRIAN HEAD May 4
BRIGHTON May 18
CHERRY PEAK Closed
DEER VALLEY April 20
EAGLE POINT Closed
PARK CITY MTN April 21
POWDER MTN April 20
SNOWBASIN Closed
SNOWBIRD May 26
SOLITUDE May 11
SUNDANCE Closed
Local UPDATES |
The fun doesn’t stop in the Wasatch Back once the lifts shut down. Check out the following news and upcoming events.
2025 CANYONS COCKTAIL CONTEST WINNER
Edge Steakhouse successfully defended its title in the 2025 Canyons Village Cocktail Contest. The winning cocktail was the Black Diamond, a whiskey-based drink designed by Michael Buby. Congrats to Edge for the back-to-back wins, and we look forward to seeing what contestants mix up for next year!
RUNNING WITH ED RACE
May 17 | Basin Rec Field House | Park City
Running With Ed (RWE) is a celebratory relay race fundraiser for the Park City Education Foundation, now in its 16th year. It’s been voted Park City’s Favorite Fundraiser for over a decade, and it has fast become one of our community’s best springtime events!
SOLDIER HOLLOW
SHEEPDOG CLASSIC
Memorial Day Weekend | May 23 – 26
This is a longtime local favorite, taking place on Memorial Day Weekend. The event includes four days of family fun and exciting competition featuring the world’s top sheepdogs and handlers. Watching world-class sheepdogs at work will take your breath away.
SAVOR THE SUMMIT
June 28 | Main Street | Park City
Savor the Summit is set to return to historic Main Street for the largest dinner party in the state on June 28. A variety of restaurants will be serving their specialties to over 2,500 participants, al fresco, as the sun sets behind Main Street. Make your reservations ASAP, as this event is always a sellout.
RESTAURANT HOURS FOR SHOULDER SEASON
As we enter the shoulder season, please remember that some of our restaurants close for a few weeks to take a well-deserved spring break, while others will have reduced operating hours. The Park City Restaurant Association provides a good source of information for our local food scene.
Easter EVENTS |
PARK CITY AREA
EASTER BASKET WORKSHOP
Pendry Park City | April 18, 2-4pm
EASTER EGG DECORATING
Pendry Park City | April 19, 2-4pm
BASIN RECREATION EGG HUNT
April 19 | Noon
MONTAGE EGG HUNT
April 20 | 10am
HEBER & MIDWAY
EGG HUNT & PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Heber City Police Department 301 South Main Street | Heber April 19 | 10am
EGG HUNT & EASTER BUNNY PHOTOS
Spring Gardens Senior Living 551 East 1200 South | Heber April 19 | 10am
EASTER SUNDAY BRUNCHES | April 20
Heber and Midway
Z’s at Zermatt | 8am – 2pm
Homestead Easter | 10am-2pm
Overlook Restaurant | 10am – 4pm
Park City
Riverhorse on Main | 11am – 2pm
Apex at Montage Deer Valley | 11:30am-3pm
Glitretind at Stein Eriksen Lodge | 11am-2:30pm
Hearth & Hill | 10am – 2:30pm
Powder at Waldorf Astoria | 11am – 2pm
RIME St Regis Deer Valley | 10am – 6pm
Le Depot Brasserie | 10:30am – 2:30pm
Blooms & BUTTERFLIES |
SPRING PLANT SALES & BLOOM CELEBRATIONS
Salt Lake City Area & Beyond
Head outside and celebrate the emergence of spring at one of the following events or locations, which are perfect for taking in the season’s bountiful blooms and blossoms!
Red Butte Garden Spring Plant Sale | May 9-10 | Red Butte Garden
KaBloom! Bulbs & Blooms | April & May | Red Butte Garden
Wasatch Community Garden Plant Sale | May 10 | Utah State Fairpark
Tulip Festival | Through May 17 | Thanksgiving Point
AMAZING BUTTERFLIES
Swaner Eco Center | Wed-Sun thru May 4
Spread your wings as you explore this interactive maze that explores the extraordinary world of the butterfly. From the humble beginnings of a caterpillar through the amazing emergence as a butterfly, this exhibit provides games, puzzles and activities that celebrate incredible and beautiful butterflies!
FARM BABY CELEBRATION
Kohler Creamery | May 2-3
One of the greatest joys of spring is the arrival of baby animals! Head out to Kohler Creamery for the Farm Baby Celebration, where you will be able to learn about and interact with a delightful assortment of young farm animals.
Hit THE LINKS |
We love this time of year because you can hit the links and the slopes in the same day. See below for the current status and projected opening dates for some of our local public courses. Keep in mind that these dates and statuses are subject to change depending on weather.
Park City Golf Club: Accepting Tee Times beginning May 2
Mountain Dell Golf Course: Open! (Both Courses)
Canyons Golf Course: Opening May 24th
Wasatch Mountain Golf Course: Open!
Soldier Hollow Golf Course: Open! (Silver Course)
Out of Town ARTS |
Mud Season is the perfect time to head out of town to lower elevations and southern destinations, where warmer weather jump starts the festival season a little earlier than here in the Wasatch Back.
ST GEORGE ART FESTIVAL
April 18-19 | Town Square | St George
Head down to St George this Easter weekend to enjoy paintings, sculpture, jewelry, and more from over 200 nationally acclaimed artists. Admission is free, and live entertainment, food, and a children’s play area add to the fun at this artistic showcase.
DESERTSCAPE FILM FEST
April 16-19 | Electric Theater | St George
The Desertscape Film Festival returns to the historic Electric Theater in St George for its sixth year, presenting an incredible array of independent films. In addition, there will be filmmaker question and answer sessions, special guests, and more.
ZION CHALK & EARTH FESTIVAL
April 26-27 | Zion Canyon Village
Springdale, Utah
Combine a trip to Zion with a stop in Springdale to take in the incredible displays of artistry at the Chalk and Earth Festival. While you check out the chalk art displays you can also enjoy educational vendors, live music, a beer garden, and local food vendors.
KANAB FILM FEST
May 1-3 | Redstone Theater | Kanab
The Kanab Film Festival is an intimate celebration of film and food in delightful Kanab, Utah. This event features great cuisine and an outstanding selection of independent films. While in town, consider pairing this event with a visit to the nearby Coral Pink Sand Dunes, a perfect spot to enjoy the scenery.
LIVING TRADITIONS FESTIVAL
May 16-18 | Washington & Library Sq
Salt Lake City
The Living Traditions Festival is a free event that brings people together to celebrate the many cultures that make Salt Lake City home. It showcases both old and new traditions through art, music, dance, and food. It’s a place for community and connection.
MOAB ARTS FESTIVAL
May 24-25 | Moab
Escape to Moab this Memorial Day Weekend to check out the 2025 Moab Arts Festival. Art aficionados will find a wide variety of fine art, photography, pottery, jewelry, textiles, furniture, and more. Live music, art activities for children, and an assortment of food vendors will round out the fun!
Desert RUNS & RIDES |
CACTUS HUGGER MTB RACE
April 26 | Hurricane, Utah
This race is part of the cross-country Intermountain Cup MTB racing series, utilizing the highly-regarded Jem Trail, as well as portions of the Cryptobiotic and Hurricane Cliffs trails. The total distance is 8.5 miles, with over 550 feet of elevation gain. Register soon!
THELMA & LOUISE
April 26 | Moab
Thelma and Louise is part of the Run Moab Series. It is a women-only event that offers options for 50K, Marathon, Half Marathon, and 15K runs in the Behind the Rocks area of Moab. This rugged course offers stunning views and technical courses that are worthy of the event’s namesake.
MOAB FONDO FEST
May 3-4 | Moab
Join the fun at the 2025 Transrockies Fondo Fest with two great races – the Gran Fondo Moab and the Gravel Fondo Moab. Sign up for either race, or if you are adventurous, take on both events on back-to-back days. Registration is limited, so sign up soon!
IRONMAN 70.3
May 10 | St George
The Ironman 70.3 North American Championship in St. George includes a legendary course through two iconic state parks, basalt lava fields, and a fragile desert reserve as competitors conquer one of the most striking events in the world.
THREE PEAKS CLASSIC
May 17 | Cedar City, UT
The Three Peaks Classic takes place in the stunning Three Peaks Recreational Area, located just outside Cedar City. The course travels through pinion and juniper groves as it covers 7.5 miles with an elevation change of 500 feet. Come join the fun in this race that is slightly technical, but fast and fun!
We have only scratched the surface of upcoming things to do in Salt Lake City and Southern Utah. If you are looking for more spring getaway ideas, check out the following event calendars:
Moab | St .George | Salt Lake City
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