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Chubby Checker and the Wildcats August 12-16, 2015 Egyptian Theatre, Park City more info >> American Pop Culture Icon Chubby Checker is known instantly by all generations throughout the world today. Over 40 years ago, he exploded on to the music scene with his #1 mega hit, "The Twist," that led to the dance craze of the same name.

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Twilight Concert Series: The Word August 13, 2015 Pioneer Park, Salt Lake City more info >> The Word is North Mississippi Allstars, Robert Randolph, and John Medeski! Southern soul pioneer Lee Fields & The Expressions open the concert.

Crazy For You Through August 15, 2015 SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre, Orem more info >> "Crazy For You" is a Tony Award-winning song and dance spectacular featuring the unforgettable music of George and Ira Gershwin.

Oktoberfest August 15 - October 11, 2015 Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort, Snowbird more info >> Voted one of America's 10 Best Oktoberfests by Men's Journal Magazine, Snowbird's annual Oktoberfest attracts over 60,000 visitors and has grown to become one of the largest festivals in Utah. Open every Saturday and Sunday, as well as Labor Day.

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7th Annual Craft Lake City DIY Festival August 7-8, 2015 The Gallivan Center, Salt Lake City more info >> The outdoor handmade arts festival will feature over 200 vendors specializing in DIY made goods, along with local musicians and performers, craft food vendors, and a Google Fiber’s STEM building to showcase the work and ideas of DIY Engineers.

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An Evening with Leo Kottke August 7-9, 2015 Egyptian Theatre, Park City more info >> Widely recognized as a master of acoustic guitar, Kottke is known for his innovative fingerpicking style on six- and 12-string guitars, drawing influences from blues, jazz, and folk music.

Twilight Concert Series: The Kills with Special Guest Metz August 6, 2015 Pioneer Park, Salt Lake City more info >> Following a year of worldwide festivals and select shows supporting Queens of The Stone Age, Jack White, The Black Keys and Arctic Monkeys, The Kills will return to North America for a run of summer festivals and low key headline shows.

Sandy Hot Air Balloon Festival August 7-8, 2015 Storm Mountain Park, Sandy more info >> See a sky full of hot air balloons at the annual Sandy Hot Air Balloon Festival. Bring the whole family to see the balloons fly, and at dusk on Saturday enjoy food and entertainment and the glow of the balloons.

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Urban Arts Festival July 18, 2015 The Gateway, Salt Lake City more info >> The Urban Arts Festival is a celebration of Salt Lake’s urban and artistic culture for the community, art lovers, and families. The festival features artists, music, dance performance, and skateboarding displays as well as art projects created at the festival by local artists.

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The Days of '47 Rodeo July 21-25, 2015 EnergySolutions Arena, Salt Lake City more info >> One of the longest-running in the nation, The Days of '47 Rodeo has all the bustin' broncs and buckin' bulls that any fan could wish. Cowboys and cowgirls from the NFR and PRCA will grab your attention with fast moves, bad falls and great excitement.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Through July 18, 2015 High Valley Arts Outdoor Theater, Midway more info >> A dazzling, family-friendly story, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will be presented outdoors in the beautiful High Valley Arts Summer Theater. You'll love the fresh air and a spectacular view of Mt. Timpanogos as you sing along with this colorful retelling of the Biblical story of Joseph and his designer coat.

BBQ Blues and Brews July 18, 2015 Brian Head Resort, Brian Head more info >> Follow your nose to the first annual BBQ, Blues and Brews competition at Brian Head Resort. Enjoy live music, activities for the whole family including Zipline, Rockwall, Summer Tubing, Bungee Trampauline and more.