Thursday ยท Weekend Plans
Issue #25 ยท June 25, 2026
Lehi rodeo action, Payson rock, and Orem bluegrass fill the weekend
Plus an immersive fantasy in American Fork, the Provo Farmers Market, and a summer long festival in Lehi.
Good morning, Happy Valley.
This weekend brings a mix of music, rodeo, and immersive experiences across Utah Valley. From bluegrass in Orem to rock in Payson, there is a sound for everyone. Lehi closes its annual Round-Up with rodeo thrills, and American Fork offers a unique fantasy adventure.
Here is your guide to the weekend. Grab a cold drink and settle in.
๐ 30 seconds in the valleyโฑ๏ธ 4 min read
- ๐ค Lehi Round-Up Rodeo closes the festival
- ๐ธHere Comes the Sun Rock Festival in Payson
- ๐ถTimpanogos Bluegrassroots and Folk Festival in Orem
- โจAmici Vero, an immersive fantasy in American Fork
- ๐Provo Farmers Market, a Saturday staple
- ๐ฐThanksgiving Point Imaginaria continues in Lehi
๐ The Big Ones This Weekend
Worth it Lehi Round-Up Rodeo
The grand finale of the Lehi Round-Up festival, featuring professional rodeo competitions with bull riding, barrel racing, and more.
Our take
Lehi's biggest annual celebration wraps with a night of classic rodeo action. It is a family friendly event with plenty of thrills.
โ ๏ธ Heads up: Tickets for the rodeo can sell out. Confirm show times and purchase tickets at the official Lehi Round-Up website or ticket vendors before you go.
$$$ familiesrodeothrills
Details โ
Worth the drive Here Comes the Sun Rock Festival
A music festival showcasing local talent, with food trucks and art vendors. A production of the Utah Live Concerts Foundation.
Our take
Head south for a weekend of live music, good food, and local art. This festival provides affordable family entertainment.
โ ๏ธ Heads up: The full schedule of bands and vendors can shift. Confirm details on the event website before heading out.
Free familiesmusicfood trucksfree
Details โ ๐๏ธ Get It on the Calendar
Free & Family
Worth it Timpanogos Bluegrassroots and Folk Festival
A free bluegrass and folk music festival featuring Grammy award winning John Reischman and his Bluegrass band, and The Matt Flinner Trio.
Our take
Enjoy a summer evening of live music in Orem with acclaimed bluegrass and folk artists. It is a perfect, free family outing.
โ ๏ธ Heads up: Event details and artist schedules can change. Check the KSL Events listing for any updates before attending.
Free familiesmusicfree
Details โ Unique Experience
Worth it Amici Vero, An Immersive Fantasy Experience
An interactive fantasy event titled 'Secrets Whispered, Alliances Forged' where attendees can immerse themselves in a shifting narrative.
Our take
Step into a live fantasy world in American Fork. This unique event offers an engaging experience for those seeking adventure.
โ ๏ธ Heads up: This is an immersive experience. Confirm ticket availability and any specific participation guidelines on Eventbrite before planning your visit.
$$ fantasy fansunique experienceinteractive
Details โ Saturday Staple
Worth it Provo Farmers Market
The open-air Saturday market featuring local produce, artisanal goods, food trucks, and live music.
Our take
Start your Saturday with a visit to the farmers market. It is an easy, enjoyable morning for the whole family.
โ ๏ธ Heads up: Parking around Pioneer Park fills fast on market mornings. Confirm market hours and vendor participation before you head over.
Free familieslocal producefood trucks
Details โ ๐ฐ Ongoing Summer Fun
Summer long fun Thanksgiving Point Imaginaria
A large summer festival transforming Ashton Gardens into an extraordinary experience with giant American landmarks, inflatables, splash zones, and hands-on STEM activities.
Our take
This expansive festival offers a full day of family friendly activities. It is a visually spectacular way to celebrate summer and America's 250th birthday.
โ ๏ธ Heads up: Early closures occur on select dates. Confirm hours and ticket options, including the All-Access Pass, at the Thanksgiving Point website before your visit.
$$ familieskids activitiesoutdoor fun
Details โ ๐ Good Neighbor
Nominate the Valley's quiet MVPs
Every issue we spotlight one neighbor, teacher, coach, or cause quietly making the Valley better, plus an easy way to pitch in. Know someone who deserves it? Send them our way.
Nominate a neighbor โ That is your weekend. Catch a rodeo, enjoy some live music, or explore an immersive fantasy. There is plenty to do across Utah Valley.
Tell us what we missed. Reply with the events, openings, and good-neighbor stories your corner of the Valley should know about.
Forward this to the neighbor who always asks what is going on this week. That is what we are for.
โ The Provo FOMO crew