Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, the Utah Arts Festival is the largest outdoor multi-disciplinary arts event in Utah. Held over four days at Library Square and Washington Square, the festival attracts 35,000–50,000 attendees and features 800+ visual and performing artists, 100+ live music performances, film, literary events, dance, street theater, children’s art yard, and food and beverage vendors. 2026 headliners include GZA, Yola, Shakey Graves, Say She She, and BANDALOOP.
Details
- Category: Local Community Events
- Subcategory: Art Festival / Multi-Disciplinary Arts Festival
- Status: Confirmed 2026
- Dates: 2026-06-18 to 2026-06-21
- Recurrence: Annual (every June, typically third or fourth weekend)
- Venue: Library Square & Washington Square (City & County Building grounds)
- Address: 200 E 400 S, Salt Lake City, UT, 84111
- Organizer: Utah Arts Festival (501c3 nonprofit)
- Cost: Adults (13+): $15–$22/day advance; children 12 and under free. Thursday June 18: $15–$18. VIP tickets available at higher price.
- Food: Wide variety of culinary and beverage vendors on site
- Parking / Transit: Downtown SLC; TRAX accessible; paid parking garages nearby
- Popularity: Very High — one of Utah’s flagship annual events, nationally recognized
- Attendance / Scale: 35,000–50,000 attendees; 800+ artists
Sources
- https://www.uaf.org
- https://uaf.org/tix
- https://www.uaf.org/about-utah-arts-festival
- https://www.instagram.com/utahartsfest/
Notes
50th anniversary edition. Hours: Thu 5pm–11pm; Fri–Sun Noon–11pm. Office: 350 E 400 S, Suite 409, Salt Lake City, UT 84111. Phone: 801-322-2428.