7 Can't-Miss Summer Events

Summer in and around Ogden, Utah is filled with music and dancing, free outdoor movies, mountain biking, rip-roaring rodeos and, of course, adventure!

It’s a great time to enjoy an epic weekend getaway set against the breathtaking backdrop of the still snow-covered Wasatch Mountain Range. Between now and the end of September, here are the top 7 summer event's that you can't miss in Ogden! Check out our entire events calendar!

2024 can’t miss events:

1. Ogden Twilight Concert Series

Ogden Twilight kicks off their 2024 season on May 16 with a sold-out show by Phoenix. But the early start doesn't mean an early end. This year's 10-show season runs until September 13th.

This year's line-up includes Diplo, St. Vincent, Broken Social Scene, Thievery Corporation, Tycho, Cannons, Ben Bhömer, Killer Mike & The Mighty Midnight Revival and Hippo Campus.

All shows are at the Ogden Amphitheater, and tickets double as a UTA FrontRunner ticket. Plan a long weekend filled with music, hiking trails, farmers market, local dining and more music!

Find the full schedule along with information on opening acts and ticketing here.

2. OGDEN MARATHON

The first major event of the season is the Ogden Marathon on May 18. Now in its 24th year, the Ogden Marathon has become Utah’s premiere running event and includes half-marathon, 12k, 5k, and even a Kids K race.

Dubbed “Utah’s Spring Run-Off,” the event has earned such accolades as “one of the best courses in America for first-time marathon runners” and “one of the top ten marathons in the world” by Runners World. Legendary marathoner, Jeff Galloway, proclaimed it one of the top 6 most scenic marathon courses in his book, “America’s Best Places to Run.”

While the full marathon typically sells out early, the shorter distance races usually have availability right up to race day. And since all of the races share the same course and finish line, runners of all ability levels get to enjoy a taste of running along the Ogden River before finishing in the heart of Historic 25th Street.

Race and registration information can be found here.

3. Farmer's Market Ogden

Summer Market: Every Saturday from May 27 through September 9

Fall Market: Every Saturday From September 16 through October 21

The Ogden Farmers Market extends the length of Historic 25th Street from Wall to Washington Blvd. every Saturday morning from late May through late September. In addition to farm-fresh produce, locally roasted coffee and baked goods, the market offers a myriad of locally produced arts and crafts, live local musicians, and activities for kids.

4. Ogden Raptors

May - September

Summer time means hot dogs, a cold drink, and catching an evening Ogden Raptors Game! From late May until September you can catch a game pretty much any week! Whether you choose to go into Lindquist Field or to watch the game from the UTOG patio, it's a MUST on your summer bucket list!

5. Ogden Music Festival

May 31st to June 2nd is the OFOAM (Ogden Friends of Acoustic Music) Music Festival at Fort Buenaventura.

This year’s festival will feature more than a dozen main-stage acts including Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, Sarah Jarosz, Celisse, Hayes Carll, Say She She, Las Cafeteras, Pixie & The Partygrass Boys, and more. Additionally, festival goers will enjoy local “tweener” sets between each main-stage act.

Every evening after the stage lights dim, dozens of impromptu campfire jam sessions get rolling around the camping area and continue into the wee hours.

Kids 16 and under are welcome to attend the festival for free and interact with the Imagine Music Musical Petting Zoo where they can try their hand at virtually any instrument.

Expect amazing food and beer vendors and plenty of other music-related and outdoor-themed crafts and activities.

Ticketing and camping information can be found here.

Get a jump on your summer vacation and kick it off with a spring getaway to Ogden this year!

6. Historic 25th Street Car Show

Early June is when Ogden’s massive summer of events really gets rolling. June 7th, to be precise. That’s when the Historic 25th Street Car Show coincides with Ogden’s First Friday Art Stroll.

This iconic event is an open show with no categories or classes and typically draws more than 350 vehicles of every make, model, and vintage. Viewing every era of vehicle in the context of Historic 25th Street is a sublime experience, knowing that the street has pretty much seen it all.

Come prepared to shop, dine and stroll the galleries! The local shops and galleries extend their hours of operation and many display their wares on the sidewalks.

7. Blues, Brews & BBQ Summer Concert Series

Head up to Snowbasin Resort to enjoy concerts every Sunday all summer long! Enjoy Blues, Brews, & BBQ this summer with award winning BBQ, family friendly activities, a scenic hike, and free entertainment for all ages! Music will go from 12:30-5:30 p.m. Concerts run from June 30 until July 28!

Live music at Snowbasin Resort

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