Rallies & Resources

This page features a list of upcoming rallies and grassroots resources curated by KRCL's RadioACTive team.

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  • Information adapted and abridged from public listings posted by organizers
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Community Resources, Training and Safety Links:

Call Your Representative About ICE ... or anything:  

Utah’s federal delegation can be reached at:

  • Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121
  • Sen. John Curtis: 202-224-5251
  • Sen. Mike Lee: 202-224-5444
  • Rep. Blake Moore (Dist 1): (202) 225-0453
  • Rep. Celeste Maloy (Dist. 2): 202-225-9730
  • Rep. Mike Kennedy (Dist. 3): 202-225-7751
  • Rep. Burgess Owens (Dist. 4): (202) 225-3011
To add anything or help us create a new resource list, email ralliesandresources@krcl.org.

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FESTIVAL SEASON IS HERE. WE'VE GOT THE LISTS & LINKS:

Want to add to this list? Send info to radioactive@krcl.org.

FRI-SAT, May 29-30:

  • Busker Fest | 5-10 PM on Main/Regent Streets, surrounding Eccles Theater, SLC. Event by Salt Lake City Arts Council: "Don’t miss the Main event with an unprecedented, side-splitting, outrageous gathering of world-class and homegrown street performers. Free entertainment for all ages. Performances are scheduled in the lobby of Eccles Theater, McCarthey Plaza, Regent Street, and the sidewalks surrounding one of Salt Lake City's iconic entertainment blocks."

FRI-SUN, May 29-31:

  • 18th Ogden Music Fest @ Fort Buenaventura, 2450 A Avenue, Ogden. Event by Ogden Friends of Acoustic Music: "The Ogden Music Festival is OFOAM’s signature event that brings together friends and fans of acoustic music from Ogden and beyond, and is the perfect way to start your summer on a high note. Camping, workshops, and more. Yonder Mountain String Band, Peter Rowan, North Mississippi Allstars, Michael Cleveland, and many more. Kids 16 and younger are invited to attend the festival for free, with the hope that their experience with live, traditional music performed in an outdoor setting will inspire the next generation to keep these traditions alive. Kids of all ages will love OFOAM's WILL & WAY Instrument Petting Zoo and other music and outdoor-themed crafts and activities." For tickets, camping info and artist lineup, click here. 

Saturday, May 30:

  • Closing Day of Voices & Votes: Democracy in America in West Valley as Part of America250 @ Utah Cultural Celebration Center, 1355 W 3100 S, WVC. "This nationally recognized Smithsonian traveling exhibition explores the past, present, and future of American democracy." FREE and open to the public Monday-Thursday, 8A-6P; Friday-Saturday, 9A-4P.

  • FREE: Great Salt Lake Storytelling Workshop | 11 AM @ Glendale Branch, Salt Lake City Public Library, 1395 S Concord St., SLC. Event by Of Salt and Sand: "​Curious about taking the stage at The Brine Fly? Attend a workshop to develop and practice delivering your own true story. ​Whether or not you intend to take the stage, this workshop will sharpen your creative skills. You don’t have to call yourself a 'storyteller' to enjoy this experience. Register and join us for our second Storytelling Workshop."

Monday, June 1:

  • Applications Due at Midnight for “WE HOLD THESE TRUTHS” 2026 Summer Program for Youth. "A FREE 4-week (June 8 - July 3, 2026), community-focused writing and performing arts program for high-school age youth (13 - 18). Inspired by the Declaration of Independence and other writings, this friendly community experience invites you to explore what equality, liberty, and justice mean in your own life and in the world around you. Through prose, poetry, and performance, you will find and shape your voice, creating original work that speaks to who you are and what you stand for. Together, we will question, imagine, and reframe these founding ideals, culminating in a public sharing where your words take the stage and your truths are heard. PARTICIPATION: Limited to 35 participants, NO COST to participate, with expectation to meet for 3 hours a day, 4 times per week, for 4 weeks (a total of 16 sessions)." For more info and to apply, click here.

Thursday, June 4:

  • The Brine Fly, a Great Salt Lake Story Slam | 6:00-8:30 PM @ Sorenson Multi-Cultural Center & Unity Fitness Center, 1383 S 900 W, SLC. Event by Of Salt and Sand: "An evening of salty storytelling. 8 storytellers, chosen from the audience, will have an opportunity to share their stories of personal connection to the Great Salt Lake. Modeled after the Moth StorySLAM and The Bee, storytellers will have 5 minutes to share a true story on the BRINE FLY theme: what it means to stay (or leave) in the face of economic transition and ecological collapse at Great Salt Lake.

    ​Bring a story about how Great Salt Lake, Utah politics, your family, your health, or your job have influenced your decision to keep calling Utah home (or “fly” away). ​Free to attend; tickets required. Bring a friend. Grab a bite. Laugh. Cry. Stay salty. ​The Brine Fly is hosted by Of Salt and Sand with support from the Salt Lake City Arts Council."

Friday, June 5:

  • Opening Reception: 40 Years of Folk | 4:30-7:00 PM @ Chase Home Museum, middle of Liberty Park, 600 E 900 S, SLC. Event by Utah Division of Arts & Museums: "Showcases the variety of artists involved in exhibitions and programming at our museum to commemorate the past 40 years. Exhibited artists are expected to be in attendance. Light refreshments will be served." Exhibit runs through Aug. 22. 

Wednesday, May 27:


Saturday, June 6:

  • 49th Utah Asian Festival | 11A-10P @ Utah State Fair Park, 155 N 1000 W, SLC.  Applications are NOW OPEN for booths, food vendors, and performances. Priority deadline: March 6, 2026. For more info, visit utahasianfestival.org.

Friday, June 12:

  • Blooming with Pride | 12-7 PM @ Red Butte Garden & Arboretum, 300 S Wakara Way, SLC. "Join us for a joyful, family-friendly celebration of nature, Pride, community, and the connections that bring us together. This year’s theme, Rooted Together, reminds us that gardens are strongest when many plants share the same soil, each with its own color, shape, and story. At the Garden, we believe that plants are for everyone, and we all deserve a place where we can grow, belong, and bloom. Spend the day surrounded by color, plants, and connection as the Garden comes alive with art, immersive experiences, and opportunities to celebrate the beauty found in nature and the strength we find when we come together. Witness a living art display of vibrant plant installations created by local florists, horticulturists, and artists."

  • West Valley Pride Story Slam | 6-8 PM @ Utah Cultural Celebration Center Main Stage, 1355 W 3100 S, WVC. "Everyone has a story. What's yours? West Valley Pride Story Slam is seeking local stories and storytellers who would like to participate in a writing and performance workshop that will result in a story slam performance on June 12th on the Utah Cultural Celebration Center Main Stage. We welcome stories of love, transformation, connecting with community, and the kaleidoscope of color that is the queer experience. When submitting your story, please be mindful that West Valley Pride events are for all ages. A maximum of 15 storytellers will be selected from the submission pool. Workshop Date: May 28, 6-8 PM. If you are interested in telling your story, please submit your application here: West Valley Pride Story Slam Application."

Saturday, June 13:

  • 2nd Annual West Valley Pride | 12-6 PM @ Utah Cultural Celebration Center, 1355 W 3100 S, WVC. "This event will provide a welcoming space for residents and visitors to come together, learn, and enjoy a day filled with entertainment, resources, and fun. Whether you’re a longtime advocate or new to Pride, this event offers something for everyone—live performances, delicious food, local vendors, and interactive art experiences. More than just a celebration, this event is a reflection of the unique culture of West Valley City—a diverse, dynamic community where people from all backgrounds come together to create something truly special. Join us as we make history and honor the unity, pride, and progress of West Valley City." Family-friendly, FREE event.

Sunday, June 14: 

  • Books After Dark: An Adult Banned Book Fair - Pride Edition! | 6-9PM @ Weller Book Works, 607 Trolley Square, SLC. There will be a moderated book panel with local publishers, literary icons, and radical educators, plus on-site bartenders with a selection of signature themed cocktails. This is a ticketed, 21+ event right smack in the middle of Pride Month with an emphasis on banned LGBTQ+ books: "Did you know that 3,743 unique titles were banned during the 2024-2025 school year? Let's learn more about how to fight against book bans in Utah!" This is a 21+ event. Get your ticket here for $10.

Saturday, June 20:

  • 4th Annual Mariachi Festival | 6 PM @ Eccles Theater, 131 S Main St, SLC. Free and open to the public – no tickets required! "The 4th Annual Mariachi Festival brings the sounds of Mexico to the streets of downtown Salt Lake City with an incredible evening showcasing local Mariachi groups. Mariachi Festival is presented in partnership by the Consulate of Mexico in Salt Lake City; Eccles Theater, a venue of Salt Lake County Arts & Culture; and the Blocks Arts District."
  • POGO Fest @ various locations in downtown SLC. "Join us for the first-ever POGO Fest: a multi-venue music festival happening in downtown SLC. Participating venues include: The DLC (at Quarters Arcade Bar), The International Artist Lounge, SLC Pub, The Green Room, Juniors, and an all-ages outdoor stage in the Exchange Place plaza. All venues are 21+ aside from the all-ages outdoor stage. Music starts at 2pm and goes until 1am. Check @pogofestslc on Instagram for the most up-to-date set times for each band and venue. General Admission ticket grants you access to all 21+ venues. Must be 21+ to purchase. If you are not 21+ and you purchase a ticket you will not be refunded. You do not need a ticket for the outdoor stage. Please Note: GA Ticket does not automatically guarantee access to all sets and shows. Participating venues will enforce their attendee capacity as needed."

Sunday, June 21:

  • Deadline to Apply for Finch Lane Gallery's 2027 Call for Entries | 11:59 PM on Submittable. Apply to exhibit your work at Finch Lane Gallery in 2027! The Salt Lake City Arts Council invites Utah-based artists, artist-led teams, and curators to apply for exhibitions. Both established and emerging artists are encouraged, and previous exhibition experience is not required. Click here for the application link.

MON-SAT, July 13-18:

  • Utah Samoan Heritage Festival @ Southridge Park, 5051 S 4015 W, Taylorsville. Event by ALOFA FA’A SAMOA: "Join us for a free, community-wide celebration featuring great food, cultural performances, youth workshops, cricket, rugby, volleyball, and more. Ignite your fire. Rooted in history. Rising in purpose. Built on history, respect, aiga, and service. All are welcome."

  • 2026 Kirikiti Fa’asamoa Tournament @ Southridge Park, 5051 S 4015 W, Taylorsville. "KIRIKITI IS BACK. The 2026 Kirikiti Fa’asamoa Tournament is bringing the heat to Utah! Big money. Big culture. Big pride. Who’s ready to represent, compete, and celebrate fa’asamoa the right way?!"

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FRI-SAT, Aug 7-8:

  • Bountiful Davis Art Center Summerfest | 12-8 PM @ Bountiful City Park, 400 N 200 W, Bountiful. "An annual cultural arts festival that brings together artisans, performers, and audiences in a vibrant celebration of global traditions. Summerfest is a cornerstone event that highlights the universal language of art and its ability to connect people across cultures." FREE & open to everyone.

Thursday, October 8:

  • SAVE THE DATE: Silver & Sandstone Fall Fundraiser Gala @ the Tower at Rice Eccles Stadium, SLC. This is Volunteers of America Utah's annual fall gala supporting mental health, addiction recovery, and homelessness services in the Salt Lake Valley

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