Stuff To Do In Utah (08/20): Muse - The Wow! Signal Tour

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Grid City Fest 2026

This massive, 100% free three-day music festival celebrates homegrown talent in South Salt Lake.

Muse - The Wow! Signal Tour

Catch a highly-anticipated, sci-fi stadium rock spectacle in West Valley City.

Thursday, August 20

Live music: The evening features a variety of sounds, from Gov't Mule at Red Butte Garden, an energetic Carnaval de Barrio in the Granary District, and a Tabernacle Choir performance paired with a Salt Lake City bus tour.

Local happenings: You can catch Curbside Theater downtown, hone your craft with the West Valley Writers Group, or practice your tarot reading skills over tea in Riverton.

Friday, August 21

High energy: The day offers everything from a massive Tony Hawk's Vert Alert skateboarding showcase to a throwback lineup featuring TOTO, Christopher Cross, and The Romantics, plus Josh Johnson's Comedy Band Camp.

Community and learning: Explore Mesoamerican flavors at the Milpa Kitchen Series, look at the stars during a Star Party, or enjoy an All Ability Activity at the Draper Library.

Saturday, August 22

Concerts and shows: Head to Ogden for Sofi Tukker with LP Giobbi, check out Ian Munsick in the mountains of Deer Valley, or see Josh Johnson at Kingsbury Hall.

Festivals and fun: Celebrate local food at the 11th Annual 100 Mile Meal, join the Pooh Bear's 100th Birthday Party, or enjoy Dancing Under the Stars at SCERA.

• Ian Munsick w/ Tyler Nance

Sunday, August 23

Musical nights: Catch soulful melodies with Ray LaMontagne at Red Butte or experience the high-energy regional Mexican hits of Grupo Frontera in West Valley City.

Wellness and movement: Start your morning with a Glow & Flow Outdoor Pilates Social.

• Grupo Frontera: Triste Pero Bien C*bron Tour
• Ray LaMontagne at Red Butte Garden
• Glow & Flow: Outdoor Pilates Social

Monday, August 24

Worldly sounds: Celebrate the August Moon with Chinese folk music or enjoy the return of Latin music icon Ricardo Montaner.

Community gatherings: Connect with fellow foodies at the Millcreek Cookbook Club, take a Latin Dance Class, or sing along to The Greatest Showman in Sandy City.

More:

• Enjoy a performance by Diamond Rio.

Wednesday, August 26

Evening entertainment: Experience the high-octane 5 Seconds of Summer tour, a mountain Full Moon Lift Ride, or a Ukrainian film screening.

Hands-on activities: Join a Book-Crafts Club, explore the Kennecott Visitor Experience, or enjoy a Letter Writing Social.

Thursday, August 27

Music and festivals: Experience the Park City Song Summit, enjoy Bryson Tiller, or listen to Sounds of Summer at the Sprague Branch.

Shows and sports: Watch BYU Women's Soccer, see an outdoor improv show, or learn handbells.

Friday, August 28

Outdoor celebrations: Enjoy Polynesian music on Capitol Hill, explore the Park City Creative Festival, or find beauty at the Patriotic Chalk Art Festival.

Music and markets: See Dylan Scott in the mountains, shop the Sunflower Community Garden Marketplace, or enjoy a musical tribute in Ogden.

Saturday, August 29

Major performances: Don't miss Goose in the Twilight series, the Water for Elephants tour, or Heather Headley with the Utah Valley Symphony.

Festivals and arts: Head to the SnowWiesn Oktoberfest at Snowbasin, see local talent at Chalk the Walk, or enjoy the indie-groove at Twilight.

• Water for Elephants (Touring)

Sunday, August 30

Summer finales: Catch Styx & Chicago, the heavy-hitting DevilDriver, or shop the Park Silly Sunday Market.