2026 Red Butte Concert Series: The Human League Generations US Tour

Salt Lake City, UT - Red Butte Garden

The Human League Generations US Tour Soft Cell & Alison Moyet June 11, 2026 Gates at 6 p.m. / Show at 7 p.m. Garden members: $84 / Public: $89

Joy in Rhythm: Opening Night

Salt Lake City, UT - The Gallivan Center

The wait is over — Joy in Rhythm opens with a night designed to set the tone for the entire summer. As the sun goes down over Gallivan Center, the energy goes up. Mina Thomas Brett & Old Soul bring their signature blend of soul, jazz, and Americana to start the evening, followed by the Hot House West Swing Orchestra taking the stage for a full dance set.

Expect food trucks, local art vendors, craft drinks, a free swing dance lesson, and a community that's ready to move. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or stepping out for the first time, Opening Night is your invitation to be part of something special.

Death Angel live at The Complex

Salt Lake City, UT - The Complex

AEG Presents Death Angel "ACT III" Tour With Special guests VIO-LENCE INCITE Doors: 6:00pm Show: 7:00pm

Dusty Roses Duo - Thursday Matinee

Murray, UT - Murray City Park

Thursday Matinees are free performances held every Thursdays (except week of July 4th) in Murray Park Pavilion #5, June through July as part of Murray City Cultural Arts In the Park. Performances run 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM. Each week is a different performance group or entertainer. Though the performances are typically catered towards young children, all ages are welcome to attend. Some of the performances may include audience participation.

Found-Object Collage/Sculpture Making

Alta, UT - Our Lady of the Snows Center

Attendees will gain insight about artistic practices ranging from paper and scrapbooking materials to dry/drawing media and receive guidance on skills to assemble a sculpture. This class is great for anyone looking to expand their artistic practice through repurposed art supplies, examine their relationship to consumption and waste, or just have fun and try something new, whether they're a beginner or a pro in their creative endeavors!

SALT & SEASON, Live!: America250 Potluck Prep Social

Salt Lake City, UT - Salt Lake City Public Library Main Branch

A club for cookbooks and all things food. Meet in-person for a fun chat to inspire kitchen adventures. June's Theme: Potluck Prep Social. Share your favorite potluck recipe! Registration required. June's Theme · Potluck Prep Social. Registration is required. Registration opens May 9, 2026. Potluck Prep Social. Prepare for America's Potluck, a nationwide initiative by America250, encouraging neighborhoods to host shared meals on Sunday, July 5, 2026. Share your favorite potluck recipe with us. We will compile the recipes to distribute at our in person event on Thursday, June 11. We will also send you a potluck themed title. Come enjoy refreshments on the roof and a sense of connection and belonging within our community through food. After you register, we put a cookbook on hold for you that ties in with this month's theme. Sometimes the link to the theme is obvious, sometimes it's a little more subtle.

The Pre-Construction Preview: Rehabilitating the Forest Service Building

Ogden, UT - Ogden Forest Service Building

We’ll explore the building's history and the complex pre-development phase, including the ownership structure, specialized funding, and historic protections involved in bringing this landmark back to life. Participants will walk the site, review proposed plans, and discuss how the team will navigate preservation standards. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see the project at its most critical stage: where vision, finance, and history first intersect.

Please Note: This 2-hour event includes a combination of seated lecture and standing/walking tour. Participants must be able to navigate multiple flights of stairs. Some areas may not be climate-controlled and may be hot; please dress comfortably and plan accordingly.

Opening Reception for the 2026 Preservation Engaged Conference

Ogden, UT - Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd

Come gather together with your statewide preservation community at the Opening Reception the night before the 2026 Preservation Engaged Conference. Enjoy socializing, a buffet dinner and touring a gothic revival treasure.

This year we are fortunate to have the opportunity to highlight a 2025 Awardee of a $100,000 Sacred Places Grant.

The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, built in 1875 from local sandstone, remains one of Utah’s earliest examples of Gothic Revival design. Its pointed arches, stained-glass windows, and bell tower have defined the skyline for generations. It also holds the unique distinction as the oldest church building in Ogden still in active, continuous use for its original purpose!

Structure & Storage: A Behind-the-Scenes Preservation Tour of Ogden Union Station

Ogden, UT - Ogden Union Station

Join staff from the Museums at Ogden Union Station, Utah Historical Society, and ​Utah State Historic Preservation Office for a behind-the-scenes look at the preservation challenges and solutions for both a historic landmark and the museum collections housed within it. We will examine the physical preservation of the station itself, exploring how to manage a historic building's unique needs while keeping its original character. We will also look at how the museum adapts to the​ space to safely store and care for its artifacts. Attendees will see firsthand how to navigate decision-making regarding the historic buildings and collections they steward. Whether you are a museum professional or manage a historic property, you will gain insight into practical solutions for long-term preservation. Attendees will also have access to the museums’ galleries between 11am to 3pm. Please Note: This is a 2-hour walking and standing tour. Participants must be able to navigate multiple flights of stairs and enter confined spaces. Some areas are not climate-controlled and may be hot; please dress comfortably and plan accordingly. Offered on June 11 at 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. AND 2 p.m. -4 p.m.

2026 Arts and Ag: A Moab Market

Moab, UT - Swanny City Park

Arts & Ag is a FREE, family friendly, event at Swanny City Park (no dogs allowed). This outdoor market features local and regional artists, food, produce, activities and live music! 2026 Dates: May 8, June 12,  July 10, September 11, October 9 5:00-8:00 pm

Tell Me a Story Summer Camp

Salt Lake City, UT - Bad Dog Arts

June 8-12, 2026 • 9am - 4pm

2-3 grade • $350/per person

BDA Studio: 824 S 400 W, B131, SLC UT 84101

Based on different children’s books, students create narratives through illustrations, comics and storytelling. In this magical storytelling art camp inspired by beloved children’s books, young artists will create drawings, paintings and 3-D sculptures to Illustrate favorite characters, build imaginative settings, and explore make-believe adventures. With paint, paper, and plenty of imagination, campers will discover delightful new ways to embellish and even add a new twist to a well-known tale.

Art to the Rescue

Draper, UT - Loveland Living Planet Aquarium

June 8-12, 2026 • 9am - 4pm

2-5 grade • $375/per person

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium: 12033 Lone Peak Pkwy, Draper, UT 84020

What if creativity could help save the ocean? ? In partnership with the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, campers become ocean explorers and eco-artists, diving into coral reefs, deep seas, and marine habitats. Using recycled materials, mixed media, clay, and glow-in-the-dark techniques, they bring the ocean to life through art while learning how creativity can inspire care for our planet.

Digital and Traditional Animation for Kids (Ages 8-11)

Salt Lake City, UT - Visual Art Institute

Animation is a versatile medium that allows for the creation of movement in both analogue and digital formats. This class will go over both, with half of the time spent on traditional animation projects such as flip books, paper cutout stop motion, and zoetrops; and the other half working digitally with hand drawn 2D animation on iPads. Students will leave the camp with physical animation pieces, digital animations practicing various techniques, a group collaborative project, and a better understanding of animation as a whole.

LOCATION:Visual Art Institute 2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, Utah

Digital and Traditional Animation for Teens (Ages 12-17)

Salt Lake City, UT - Visual Art Institute

Animation is a versatile medium that allows for the creation of movement in both analogue and digital formats. This class will go over both, with half of the time spent on traditional animation projects such as flip books, paper cutout stop motion, and zoetrops; and the other half working digitally with hand drawn 2D animation on iPads. Students will leave the camp with physical animation pieces, digital animations practicing various techniques, a group collaborative project, and a better understanding of animation as a whole.

LOCATION:Visual Art Institute 2900 S 300 W, South Salt Lake, Utah