Park City Festivals

Cultural festivals go on year long in the Deer Valley area. If you schedule your vacations well you will be able to attend one of these brilliant events. If you are interested in art, music, film, food, or fun; you may want to plan your vacation to include a festival experience.

For the summer visitors to Deer Valley, the Park City Arts Festival is generally held the first weekend of August. It showcases the artwork of over 200 artists. There is frequently an assortment of art for sale including painting, glass, wood work, and photos. Whether you're browsing or wanting to purchase something, there is a lot to look at. This festival includes fabulous food, live entertainment, and kid-friendly activities. Be ready to face a crowd. They close Main Street in Park City to traffic however shuttles are available to take you to the event.

If you come in January, be prepared for the descent of Hollywood upon this mountain town as the annual Sundance Film Festival begins. This 10-day event attracts the movie stars, but it is also open to the general public. Film screenings are available at affordable costs. If you would enjoy seeing what's new in independent and international film making including short films, documentaries, and feature-length films; this is a must-see event. A similar event that is also worth traveling for is the Park City Film Music Festival which is in its fourth year and is held in January as well.

Further music festivals include the Park City International Music Festival. This annual event will be held in July. It is designed for classical music buffs and highlights classical soloists from all around the country performing together. This is the perfect opportunity to watch a group of world-class musicians perform in an close, mountain setting. For guests who enjoy jazz music, Deer Valley Resort holds the Park City Festival once a year in August. The beauty of the outdoor amphitheater combined with awesome music creates an unforgettable event.

This environment is certain to provide a cultural experience that's perfect for you. Concerts, great food, and artistic expression is found in abundance in this enchanting mountain town. Take a look at the local newspapers when you get into town to see what's available to indulge your palate or your artistic sensitivities.

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Blake Provo enjoys writing for Blooming Resort Rentals which offers Deer Valley lodging options for area visitors. See also the Deer Valley News website they sponsor.