• Bloom & Belong, 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Utah State Capitol, 350 N. State St., SLC. Event by Friends, Allies, and Mentors of the Lgbtq+ Community - FAM: "FAM is excited to host our fourth rally for LGBTQ inclusion in Utah Schools. This has been a challenging year for our LGBTQ students, families, and educators — especially our trans and non-binary stakeholders. Let’s show up and show some love for our LGBTQ-identifying youth and show them that we never stop advocating for them to be represented and thrive in Utah schools. Even if you don’t have a K12 child in school, we hope you will still join us to spread love and promote more inclusive schools. Bring a car full of friends and families to join! We have a special guest, A.J. Irvings, reading her book, The Wishing Flower."
  

Fri-Sun, May 17-19:

• Living Traditions Festival @ Washington & Library Squares, 400 S. 200 E., SLC. Event by Living Traditions Presents and Utah Division of Arts & Museums: "The annual Living Traditions Festival is back for another year! May 17-19, 2024 ,at Washington and Library Square in downtown Salt Lake City. Utahns are invited to enjoy the diverse multicultural offerings of food, live performances, and art from the many cultures that have made Utah home!
  This event is free and open to all." For the full festival program, click here. 

Saturday, May 18:

• NAMIWalks Utah 2024 - Mental Health Awareness Walk, 9:00 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, 1985 W. 7800 S., West Jordan. Event by NAMI Utah: "Join us for a fun social in-person event. Gather a friend or family member, put on your walking shoes, and get outside and enjoy the sunshine with other people who also care about breaking the stigma around mental illness! Build a team and walk together. Get yourself signed up today! Free to Register, Free to Walk at namiut.org/news-events/nami-walks."

• 12th annual SLUG Cat race, 4:00 p.m. til party ends at SLUG HQ/Saturday Cycles, 244 S. 500 W., SLC. Event by SLUG Mag: "Calling all two-wheeled pedal enthusiasts! It’s time to lug out that bicycle, slug off your puffer coat, and get ready for the 12th Annual SLUG Cat Presented by Fat Tire and New Belgium Brewing. This alley cat–style bike race sends riders all over downtown SLC to solve clues, play games, and win points as they race toward the finish line in hopes of obtaining the grand prize! The race takes place Saturday, May 18, with registration starting at 4 p.m. and a 5 p.m. race kickoff. Prizes at 7:30 p.m., followed by afterparty. 

Fri-Sat, May 24-25:

• Busker Fest SLC, 150 S. Regent St., SLC. Fri: 5-10pm; Sat: 4-10pm. "Don’t miss the main event on Block 70, surrounding Eccles Theater. Stroll along Main Street and Regent Street between 100 and 200 South to see traveling and local street performers at the annual Salt Lake City Busker Festival. The festival is free, and chock full of quirky and memorable entertainment for all ages." FREE
  

Saturday, May 25:

• Tango Nights - Live Music with Kechi, 7:00-10:00 p.m. at E.W. Garbett Center for Choral Music, 700 N. 200 W., SLC. Event by Two Flame Tango: "Get ready to be captivated by the vibrant sounds of Kechi, a renowned Turkish folk band that will weave their magic into the passionate world of tango. Doors at 7:00 p.m. Beginner tango lesson 7:30-8:30 p.m. No experience necessary! Live Music by Kechi starts at 9:00 p.m. This is your chance to learn the basic steps in our beginner-friendly lesson, immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere with live music, tango the night away with friends and loved ones, and savor delicious food. Everyone is welcome at Tango Nights!  Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just curious to explore the world of tango, we guarantee a night filled with fun, passion, and a touch of Turkish flair. Tickets: $15 in advance; $20 at the door." For tickets, click here. 

Wednesday, May 29:

• Crying With Laughter - A Youth Mental Health Awareness Show, 6:30-9:00 p.m. at Fit To Recover, 1397 S. 800 W., SLC. Event by Mental Healthy FiT - Ending Stigma and PBS Utah: "Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month by laughing together. No experience necessary. We’ll inspire each other to find the light in the dark... then get on stage and tell everyone! No performance necessary. Youth of all ages! We’re teaming up with PBS Utah to get ready for the premiere of Roots of Comedy with Jesus Trejo. A special early release of all six episodes of the series will stream starting May 24. The series will also be available to stream on the PBS YouTube channel, following the television broadcast premiere on PBS Utah June 21 at 9 p.m. Come along to the workshops to craft your set, then show off what you’ve got on May 29th supported by comedian Steve Soelberg who chooses to do this all the time! Seats are limited! If you want to secure your seat, RSVP to jrasekhi@pbsutah.org."

Thursday, May 30:

• 9th Annual UCAIR Summit, 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Le Meridien, 131 S. 300 W., SLC. "An evening recognizing the work and achievements of Utah's Clean Air Champions, dedicated to improving air quality. The 2024 UCAIR Partner Awards will be given out to the Community, Business, and Person of the Year." For tickets, click here. 

Saturday, June 1:

• National Learn to Row Day - 2024, 8:00-11:00 a.m. at Great Salt Lake State Park & Marina, 13312 W. 1075 S., Magna. Event by Great Salt Lake Rowing: "Have you ever wanted to learn to row? Come and get a taste of what rowing on the Great Salt Lake is all about at our National Learn To Row Day! We are inviting the public to join us for a morning of learning the basics of rowing on the ergometers and dry boats before taking a spin in the marina. Come see what it is all about!" For directions, click here. 

Fri-Sat, June 6-7:

• Inaugural SheMoney Summit: Money Matters. Event by ShePlace: "Money is not optional. We all need money to survive and thrive. It is not an end, but a means, helping us on our journey to wellness and freedom. This is a first-of-its-kind gathering that celebrates women+, money and power. Let’s get smarter about money, together." To register, click here.
  

Sunday, June 8:

• 47th Utah Asian Festival 2024, 11a-8p at Utah State Fairpark, 1055 W. North Temple, SLC. Event by Utah Asian Festival: "Our mission to annually hold the Utah Asian Festival is to demonstrate unity in our Asian community, showcasing a wealth of traditions, including performances, exhibits, and foods. Come support our Utah Asian communities, culture, and sponsors with FREE admission! Under State Fairpark policies, no pets are permitted on the grounds except for service animals. For more information check out our website: https://utahasianfestival.org/
  We hope to see you all there!" 

Wednesday, June 19:

• Authorship & the Black Experience in Utah: A Juneteenth Workshop with Marriott Library & Sema Hadithi, 11:30a-4:30p, UoU Marriott Library, room 1705F. "Sema Hadithi is partnering with the Marriott Library to provide a very different Juneteenth event. There will be a panel discussion, a make-and-take of a zine, and oral history interviews surrounding 'Your Black Experience in Utah'. Note: last year when we did ten (10) oral history interviews on this same subject we interviewed both Black Americans, Africans, and White Americans. We hope to do the same this year. 35 seats available." To register, click here. 

Fri-Sun, Jun 28-30:

• Utah Arts Festival 2024 @ Library Square, 210 E. 400 S., SLC. "The Utah Arts Festival is an annual celebration of the arts, showcasing a diverse array of artistic expressions and cultural experiences. This multi-day event is one of the region’s premier arts festivals, attracting artists, performers, and enthusiasts from across the nation. Immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of artistic experiences and explore unique and thought-provoking works while engaging with the artists themselves. The festival will be open daily from 12:00–11:00 p.m. More info at uaf.org or email hello@uaf.org."

Sat-Thurs, Aug. 24-29: