Cultural Festivals in Park City

Cultural festivals go on year long in the Deer Valley area. Depending on what time of year you visit; you may be able to attend one of these spectacular annual events. If you love art, music, film, food, or fun; you will definitely want to plan your vacation to include a festival experience.

For a Deer Valley summer guest, the Park City Arts Festival is usually held at the beginning of August. This festival showcases the artwork of over 200 artists. Normally there's a selection of art available to buy including painting, glass, wood work, and photos. Whether you're just looking or wanting to buy, there's a great selection to see. This event includes fabulous food, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Be ready to face a crowd. They close Main Street in Park City to traffic but shuttles provide relatively easy access to the event.

If you're 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 event attracts the celebrities, although it's also open to the general public. Film screenings are offered at reasonable prices. If you'd like to see what is new in independent and international film making including short films, documentaries, and feature-length films; this is a must-see event. A complementary event that is also worth traveling for is the Park City Film Music Festival which has been going for 4 years and also takes place in January.

Another great music festival is the Park City International Music Festival. This event is held in July and is in its 23rd year. This event is intended for the connoisseur of classical music and highlights classical soloists from all over the country performing together. This is a chance to see world-class musicians perform in an personal, mountain setting. For guests who can't get enough of jazz music, Deer Valley Resort holds the Park City Festival once a year in August. The splendor of the outdoor amphitheater combined with wonderful music makes for a remarkable and unforgetable event.

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

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Blake Provo works for Blooming Resort Rentals which offers Deer Valley lodging options for visitors to the area. See also the Park City Ski Lounge website they sponsor.