One of the oldest and largest parades in the United States, the Days of ’47 Parade commemorates the arrival of Mormon pioneers in the Salt Lake Valley on July 24, 1847. The parade features colorful floats, marching bands, horses, clowns, and more and draws thousands of spectators along its route from South Temple & State Street, east to 200 East, south to 900 South, and east to 600 East (ending at Liberty Park). Many families camp overnight on the route to claim spots. Presented and televised by KSL 5.
Details
- Category: Local Community Events
- Subcategory: Community Parade / Pioneer Heritage Celebration
- Status: Confirmed 2026
- Dates: 2026-07-24 to 2026-07-24
- Recurrence: Annual (July 24, Utah Pioneer Day)
- Venue: Downtown Salt Lake City streets
- Address: South Temple & State Street (start), Salt Lake City, UT, 84103
- Organizer: Days of ’47, Inc.
- Cost: Free to spectators
- Food: Food vendors along route
- Parking / Transit: Extensive road closures on parade day. TRAX recommended. Parking extremely limited downtown on July 24.
- Popularity: Very High — one of the most attended events in Utah annually
- Attendance / Scale: Tens of thousands of spectators
Sources
- https://www.daysof47.com/events/days-of-47-parade
- https://www.daysof47.com
- https://www.visitutah.com/articles/how-to-celebrate-pioneer-day
Notes
Part of a larger week of Days of ’47 events including the Rodeo (July 21–25), Pops Concert, First Encampment Hike, Float Preview Party, and Deseret News Marathon. 2026 parade is Friday July 24 at 9:00 a.m.