Food Fun and Festivals

Cultural events in the form of festivals are held all year long in the Deer Valley area. Depending on what time of year you visit; you may have the opportunity to go to one of these spectacular events. If you enjoy art, music, film, food, or fun; you will definitely want to include attending a festival in your vacation plans.

For the summer visitors to Deer Valley, the Park City Arts Festival is generally held the first weekend of August. This festival showcases the artwork of more than 200 artists. There is frequently a selection of art on display and available to buy including painting, glass, wood work, fabric, and photography. If you're just looking or ready to buy, there is a great selection to look at. This event also includes great food, live entertainment, and kid-friendly activities. Be prepared for a crowd. They close Main Street in Park City to traffic but shuttles are available to take you to the festival.

If you are visiting in January, watch out for the Hollywood actors and actresses that decend upon this mountain town for the yearly Sundance Film Festival. This 10-day festival brings out the celebrities, although it is open to the public as well. Film screenings are available at reasonable costs.

If you'd like to see what's new in independent and international film making including short films, documentaries, and feature-length films; this is an occasion you shouldn't miss. A complementary 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 event is held once a year in July and is in its 23rd year. It's designed for the connoisseur of classical music and features classical soloists from all over the country performing together. This is the perfect opportunity to watch world-class musicians perform in an intimate, mountain setting.

For visitors who enjoy jazz, Deer Valley Resort holds the Park City Festival once a year in August. The beauty of the outdoor amphitheater added to the magnificent music makes for a memorable event.

This environment is certain to provide a cultural event that's perfect for you. Concerts, good food, and artistic expression is plentiful in this delightful mountain town. Check the local papers as soon as you get there to see what's available to indulge your palate or your artistic sensitivities.

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Blake Provo writes for Blooming Resort Rentals which specializes in Deer Valley lodging options for vacationers and business travelers. See also the Deer Valley News website they sponsor.