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Showing posts with label Entertainment. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Entertainment. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 17, 2014

Hear Ye, Hear Ye, The Renaissance Faire is coming to Utah Valley

Dost thou enjoy the spectacle of a jousting tournament? Perhaps ye would prefer to mingle with the local lords and ladies of the valley as thine lips taste the divine flavors of a royal feast? If thou hast answered "Yea," then The Utah Renaissance Faire is thine destination this September!


That's right - The Utah Renaissance Faire is coming up! It's just a week away and we're so excited we can hardly contain ourselves! Broad swords and medieval speak - it's impossible to get enough!

The 2014 Faire will feature the world champion Knights of Mayhem. They will be presenting full contact jousting and demonstrations of horsemanship. The Grassroots Shakespeare company will be conducting educations workshops during the day and putting on one of their signature plays in the evening.

Vocal and instrumental groups will perform Renaissance music. Theatrical performers will be portraying historical characters such as Shakespeare, Leonardo da Vinci, Galileo and other figures from the Renaissance era. The royal court will include a king and queen, nobles, jester and jugglers, and many other entertainers.

Many artisans will present their crafts and skills, such as pottery, bread making, candle making, blacksmiths, weaving and spinning, stained glass, leather work, woodcarving, bird handling, face painting, hairstyling, and more.

What are you waiting for? Get your family tickets today!


Tuesday, June 24, 2014

GIVEAWAY: Stadium of Fire


It's summer time! America's Freedom Festival has been hard at work prepping for another year of amazing events for the whole family to celebrate the wonderful country that we live in. Here is a list of a few events coming up in the next couple of weeks: 

With its longstanding role as part of the Freedom Festival, the Children’s Parade invites participants to demonstrate their pride in America and its heritage. Join 2,500 in this community celebration of patriotism.The Children's Parade will start at 10:30am and begins at 800 East Center Street, ending at 200 East Center Street at the state and county complex in Provo. 

Freedom Awards Gala - July 2 
Hundreds of community leaders, dignitaries and Utah Valley patriots will gather to honor individuals who have espoused the cause of freedom throughout the world. Participants will enjoy not only the inspiring stories of these individuals, but also great food and outstanding entertainment.

Freedom Days - July 3-5
Freedom Days is a community festival in Provo that gathers popular local vendors to showcase artwork, quilts, furniture, jewelry, paintings, clocks, pottery and more. Browse the finest hand-crafted products and unique cultural creative pieces.

Balloon Fest - July 3-5
More than 25,000 spectators will have the opportunity to experience 25 of these magical giants close-up as part of the ever popular Balloon Fest.  Balloons will be flying each morning from 6:30 am-8:00 am, July 3 and 5. The event offers families and children the privilege of walking around the balloons as they inflate.

Freedom Run - July 4
Run for America! And for your own personal achievement! Start your Fourth of July celebration with a 10K, 5K or the Mayor's one-mile fun run.

Grand Parade - July 4
The Grand Parade celebrates freedom and the American dream through bands, professionally crafted floats, giant helium balloons and local and national performers. The parade promotes patriotism among the 250,000 spectators, through music, displays, dance, and other creative expression.

Parade Route begins at 9:00 a.m. at 1060 N. University Avenue and ends at 900 East Center Street.

Reserved bleacher seats for the Grand Parade go on sale Monday, June 2nd, 2014. Tickets are sold at the Utah Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau, 220 West Center St, STE 100, Provo. For directions or other information call (801) 851-2100.

Stadium of Fire - July 4
The patriotic event, sponsored by America’s Freedom Festival at Provo, will also feature special performances by the cast of BYUtv’s immensely popular sketch comedy show, Studio C. J.R. Martinez, former U.S. Army soldier and winner of season 13 of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars, will host the show.





Tuesday, May 13, 2014

Utah Pasifika Festival

Are you ready for a weekend of delicious food, fun entertainment, and a taste of the Polynesian culture? May 23-25 the Utah Pasifika Festival will be taking place in Downtown Provo around 100 East Center Street. 

The Utah Pasifika Festival strives to, "share, cultivate, and foster their Polynesian heritage and values by providing ways to: nurture a spirit of respect and appreciation for all cultural segments within our local communities; preserve and portray traditional and modern Polynesian art forms (dance, music, crafts, language); promote education and awareness of current and relevant issues; and celebrate the diversity in the world around them." 

Walk around enjoy the different vendors that are set up to help educate and teach about the Polynesian culture. Enjoy delicious Polynesian food that will also be available all weekend long. Don't forget to check out the main stage for a variety of entertainment! 

One of the best parts, they are doing weekly giveaways on their Facebook Page leading up to the event! Currently they are giving away a $40 gift card to Ohana Grill...sign me up!! 

Friday, November 15, 2013

Weekend Round Up

Friends, this is going to be such a great weekend! There are so many fun things going on the next couple of days. Good thing you have us to help you figure out your weekend plans :)

Lighting of the Riverwoods 
Santa Claus is coming to town and his first stop is the Shops at Riverwoods! Help us ring in the holidays with musical guests and more!
Enjoy holiday festivities including:
-ice sculptures
-face painting
-warm treats
-carriage rides
-and 4 million twinkling lights, doubled from last year!
Join the thousands that have made this a holiday tradition.

This all-new religious exhibition featuring beloved depictions of the life of the Jesus Christ by three master painters from the late 19th century has just arrived at the BYU's Museum of Art. The exhibition explores and celebrates the many precious gifts represented by these outstanding portrayals of the Savior by Carl Bloch, Heinrich Hofmann and Frans Schwartz. Tickets are free, but you do need to reserve your tickets here before going. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see these paintings! They announced that this is the first and last time that the paintings will be leaving the museum and church walls. 


If you live closer to Lehi, this is going to be an unforgettable event! Join the Outlets for their annual tree lighting event. Enjoy live performances by Zendaya from Disney Channel. Also, enjoy a visit from Santa, fireworks, and giveaways! 

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

12 Days of Halloween

Tis the season for pumpkin carving and candy buying. Apple cider and haunted frights! In case you get bored with these traditions, we've got 12 ideas for your family that will make this October an unforgettable one.

1.   Hee Haw Farms Fall Activities
September 28 – November 3

Halloween fun for everyone! From a 12 acre corn maze, to picking your own pumpkins, to the Haunted Hayride and Cornevil Night Terrors. You’re sure to find an activity to please even the scariest of beasts!

2.   The Haunted Forest
October 1 – 31

The Haunted Mansion! Here you will meet the Crypt Keeper and Crazy Annie…just good old fashioned entertainment – with a terrifying twist of course! And if you're feeling really brave, test your luck with the Haunted Forest's new Psycho Manor!

3.   Cornbelly’s Corn Maze & Pumpkin Festival
October 2 – November 2

Whether Utahn’s are finding their way out of the corn maze, exploring the Pumpkin Princess Playland, blasting pumpkin cannons, mining for gems, picking out the perfect pumpkin, tip-toeing through Insanity Point’s haunted trails, or trick-or-treating with local mascot characters, there is unforgettable fun and memories for folks of all ages

4.   Odyssey Dance Theatre: Thriller!
October 9 – 12 

This show has it all – frights, amazement, scares and lots of laughs. Come and join this spectacular Halloween tradition and see what everyone is talking about – Odyssey Dance Theatre’s Thriller!

5.  Country Farm Fest
October 10 – 19

This family-oriented event showcases Utah artisans and provides an arts and crafts fair, children’s activities, live entertainment, and heritage demonstrations (blacksmithing, sheep shearing, soap making, etc.). The Farmers Market offers a variety of seasonal local bounty, arts and crafts. Enjoy the Pumpkin Weigh-off, and Pumpkin Carving and Costume contests the entire family can participate in.

6.   Pumpkin Festival on Heber Valley Railroad
October 10 – 30

The whole family will enjoy our annual Pumpkin Festival trains. Your ticket includes a 45 minute train ride where you will be entertained by witches and mummies, and even Dracula! At the depot you can take a trip through our (family friendly) haunted car, have fun in our Misty Maze, and get your face painted! You also get to select a pumpkin from our Pumpkin Patch and take it home with you!

7.   Sleepy Hollow @ The Old Spaghetti Factory
October 12 – 26

What could be more fun than dinner and show?! Choose one of three fantastic menu options from The Old Spaghetti Factory’s menu. Chit chat with Ichabod Crane and Katrina, even the Headless Horseman, as the characters introduce themselves and mingle with the crowd.  Dinner will be served throughout the performance. You’ll laugh, cry, and hum along with our amazing actors and singers till it’s time to go home!

8.   Halloween Adventure Cruise
October 1 – 31

Fun for the whole family! Come enjoy an adventure riverboat ride on the lower Provo River.  It is like a hayride, but a boat ride.  There are over 100 pumpkins reflecting off the water, with a scary story and song.  A pirate attacks the ship and hands out candy.

9.   Sundance Resort’s Halloween Lift Rides
October 24 – 31 

Sundance Resort’s Halloween Lift Rides offer the perfect autumn treat. Whether soaring through the autumn skies with your little ghosts and goblins or just a moonlight ride for two, the new Sundance Lift Ride promises you a new Halloween tradition

10.  Pumpkin Parade
October 25 – 26 

We will be lining our streets with fun and fantastic pumpkin scenes! Local artists will be turning pumpkins and squash into creative, cute and captivating displays! We will also be giving away free pumpkins for you and your family to carve.

11. Pumpkin Carving Contest & Pumpkin Walk
October 26

Come walk through the gardens and enjoy the fall colors and crisp Autumn air, as well as the pumpkin entries from the pumpkin carving contest. Fun activities for all members of the family. Be sure to dress up for a free donut for each person wearing a costume!

12. Evermore Pumpkin Fest
October 31

Join us for the 1st Annual  Evermore Pumpkin Fest, which helps support the Utah Food Bank. All proceeds from the event will go towards the food bank and we are looking to create the largest pumpkin display in Utah! 


Friday, July 19, 2013

Weekend Roundup

       Hello there my weekend warriors. The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and it's time to get pumped for the weekend. There is so much going on this weekend, so don't waste it. Lets start with something that is truly unique...The 19th Annual Llama Fest. It's tomorrow, July 20, 2013, at the Krishna Temple in Spanish Fork. Bring the whole family for a fun and educational experience. This festival stays true to its original purpose, "highlighting llamas and their owners in a cultural context of food, music, spinning and weaving demonstrations, music, dance, and competitions." They even have a showcase of Andean craft items like jewelry, rugs, shawls, carvings and clothing. Come hungry because the food booths will offer south of the border favorites like chili, nachos, emphanadas, braised vegetables with fried curd, bread pudding, spicy wraps, and lemon mango fruit drinks. The kids can enjoy the baby llama corral where they can see them up close.
       Trying to come up with a date night idea? Well do I have one for you! Open Air Ballroom at the SCERA. Bring your dance partner and learn Latin Ballroom basics under the stars at their outdoor courtyard gardens. For the first half you will learn the moves, the last half you can shack what your mama gave ya at a mini dance. Here is a song to get you in the dancing mood.
               
It's time for the Rodeo-the 71st Annual Fiesta Days Rodeo that is. With four action-packed nights of top professional rodeo action, bucking horses, the ferocious 1-ton bulls, the brave (and attractive) cowboys and cowgirls. Rodeo events include: bareback bronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping, tie down roping, bull riding, saddle bronc riding, women's barrel racing. July 20, 22 children get in for only $6 and adults for $11 (grandstands spots are $13.50). On July 23 and 24 children and adults are $13.50 (grandstands spots are $16.50). American Fork is also finishing up their annual festival Steel Days this weekend. The Grand Parade starts at 9:30 am on Saturday July 20, 2013.
    After all this fun in the sun stop by Coneys Frozen Custard in Orem for "Christmas in July." They are having sales on custard, two flavor of the day, Nutcracker and Peppermint Candy Cane. The really cool part of this event is that Cheryl Love will be there from 12-4 signing her new novel "Christmas Love."      

Shows closing this weekend:
The Sound of Music
The Blue Bird Cafe Series
Red nation Promotions Presents: We Are Alive

Tuesday, July 16, 2013

12 Days of Summer

With summer in full swing, we have created a list of the top 12 things to do in Utah Valley this summer. We're calling it our 12 Days of Summer. We started on July 10 and will end on July 21. Every day on our Facebook Page we post a location in Utah Valley for the family to go to. We'd love it if you shared your photos of your adventures this summer with us! Upload them to our Facebook page or find us on Twitter or Instagram (@VisitUtahValley). When you do, use the hastags #12daysofsummer and #utahvalley so we can find your pictures! Here's the complete list of our 12 Days of Summer:


Day 1 - July 10 - Thanksgiving Point
Day 2 - July 11 - Timpanogos Cave
Day 3 - July 12 - Seven Peaks Waterpark
Day 4 - July 13 - Outdoor Movies
Day 5 - July 14 - Heber Valley Railroad
Day 6 - July 15 - Farmers Market
Day 7 - July 16 - Sundance Resort
Day 8 - July 17 - Splash Pads
Day 9 - July 18 - Utah Lake State Park
Day 10 - July 19 - River Rafting
Day 11 - July 20 - Hiking Trails
Day 12 - July 21 - Spanish Fork Fiesta Days
 
Have you visited any of these spots yet? Did we miss your favorite spot? Comment below and let us know!

Friday, July 12, 2013

Weekend Roundup

Don't let the rain get you down today. There is still lots of summer fun to be had this weekend. As always Utah Valley has something for everyone. So put on that rain jacket and hat, its time for the weekend roundup.

The Arts
The Von Trapp family at
 the SCERA Shell
       Start your weekend off right with the Sundance Resort Bluebird Cafe Series. A little bit of Nashville comes to Utah with this one of a kind concert series. This event is all about singer/songwriter/musicians telling the history behind the music.This week's performers include Don Henry, his songs have been recorded by Ray Charles, Patti Page, Conway Twitty, Blake Shelton, Lonestar and Miranda Lambert. Kim Richey, she has been nominated for two Grammy, and Jack Tempchin who is best known for the classsic song, "Peaceful Easy Feeling," recorded by the Eagles. If that doesn't make the hill (or should I say mountain) come alive with "The Sound of Music" for you the SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre sure will with its version of the beloved family musical. Watch as Maria teaches the children to sing and Captain Von Trapp to love.        Festivals 
Kilts not required but welcomed!
 Who hasn't wanted to wear a kilt? No one that's who. Now you can at the 30th Annual Payson Scottish Festival and Highland Games in Payson. Come and celebrate Scottish traditions in all its forms: dance, music, food, and entertainment. Fun starts tonight (July 12) with food and entertainment at Memorial Park, and things really heat up tomorrow with a Highland Athletics, bagpipe competitions and  dancing (sword dancing that is). Then take a trip down to Mona for Lavender Day at the Young Living Lavender Farms. Celebrate with a jousting tournament, old western town shootout, distillery tours, arts and crafts, a fairy tea party and much more.
Lavender Day at
Young Living Lavender Farms
     On the other end of the Valley we have American Fork Steel Days. They have so much going on, so take sometime to enjoy everything. Start with the Car Show and Soap Box Derby this weekend and then hit up the rest of the events next week into the weekend.

Free Events
The Shops at Riverwoods isn't just about great shopping and fantastic food, it's also about great music. Tonight you can enjoy the musical soundings of Boris Lukowski in the pavilion. Saturday morning can find us at the Provo Farmer's Market. It's the best place to get local produce from farmers and home gardeners. If you're looking for something unique and one of a kind you can find it at the farmers market with all the arts, crafts, live music and amazing prepared food.

For a full list of event click Here






Thursday, July 11, 2013

"A bow, Fergus? She's a Lady!"

Recently at the CVB, we’ve been thinking about ways to revamp our blog and have been listening to your requests and ideas on what you would like to see on here. With that said, we have decided to add a dating segment to our blog! We would never want to give you ideas that aren’t good, so I have volunteered me and my boyfriend to try them out.

Every week we will go on a themed date of sorts; some ideas that we come up with and others that are submitted to us. All of which will take place somewhere in Utah Valley. Before committing to this assignment, we were talking about how much there is to do in Utah Valley and how sometimes couples get stuck trying to figure out something fun and new to do. We have made it our mission to create original and fun date nights that couples of all ages will enjoy.
I think it’s best to start this dating segment with a little introduction. I have been dating my boyfriend, Colby, for four months now. Engaged? No. Thanks for asking. We both graduated from BYU and are working full-time here in Utah Valley. Colby graduated in Marketing and I graduated in Advertising. Yes they go hand-in-hand, but I like to say Advertising is way more fun! Some of our favorite things to do include cooking for each other, wearing matching outfits (never on purpose), going on adventures, and playing glow-in-the-dark bocce ball (it exists…buy a set online. You won’t regret it).

 I have to admit, it’s a little daunting exposing our dating life to the world, but the challenge is something we can’t wait to take on and I’m so happy Colby is on board! The boyfriend is already super creative with our dates and with this assignment at hand, I cannot wait to see what he comes up with.
So you’re probably wondering at this point what is going on with the title of this post. It is actually a quote from the movie, Brave, which segments into our first Utah Valley date night. Using Brave as our inspiration we had Scottish night. Now not everything about this night was ‘technically’ Scottish so please don’t fault us.

Our first part of the date was archery. We had no idea you could take archery lessons. I was a little hesitant at first thinking I would make a fool of myself, but I ended up having a blast and turns out we weren’t that bad. We traveled to Jake’s Archery in Orem for our indoor shooting adventure. Jake’s was great because you could rent equipment if you don’t have your own, which for most of you I’m guessing you don’t, and they give you lessons. It only cost $10/person for an hour of shooting and for rental equipment. Not a bad deal! Side note, make sure you wear closed toe shoes. You never know where those arrows might end up…


Part two of our date was making crepes. Okay, Colby made crepes because I’m crepe incompetent. This is where the Scottish theme gets a little iffy, but we made them green if that counts for anything. With all of our favorite toppings piled on to our crepe, we sat down and watched Brave. Earlier we stopped by Redbox to pick it up and in case you didn’t know, there is a whole list of free codes you can use at Redbox to make date night just a little bit cheaper. I’m all about saving where you can!  

Utah Valley date night #1 was a success! I'm excited to see what he comes up with next. And we would LOVE to hear from you!! Remember the best date of your life? What was the coolest thing you did in Utah Valley? We want to hear about it! Comment below and give us some ideas of what we should do next and it might be featured on the blog!

Friday, April 19, 2013

Weekend Events

Lets start this weekend out in Lehi. Our friends at Thanksgiving Point have a lot going on now that the gardens are open.


 Lamb and Wool Festival

Have you ever dreamt of working on a farm? Have you ever watched the movie babe? Then this festival is for you. OK so the animals may not talk to you, but you will get up and personal with sheep dogs, ducks, sheep, and others of our four legged friends. Enjoy sheep dog demonstrations, duck herding, sheep shearing, wool crafts and other spring traditions. 





The Tulip Festival is the sure way to know its spring, and this year is no different. With 250,000 tulips spread throughout the 55-acres of gardens. Talk about awe-inspiring. What more could you want; well I’ll tell you music, food, storytelling, and vendors. And the Tulip Festival delivers it all. 



Ladies leave the kids at home with the husband for this one. This is two days of everything you could want.  They have great clothes, beauty products, home items and décor, exercise helps, seminars from nationally prominent women, money saving ideas, career guidance, scrap booking, women’s health, makeovers, hairstyling, bags, good demonstrations, gift ideas, heavenly spa samplings, door prizes, vacations, family activities, good food, and much more. (Hold on my hands or tired from typing that list of fun stuff…ok I’m back). So grab the girls and get going. For free tickets head on over to http://bit.ly/16KPMpy


Who doesn’t like a good musical? I know I do. This turn of the century adventure is a good time from start to finish. Who will find love, who will be left alone, and who will sing and dance their way into your heart? Don't miss the opening night (April 19). 




Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Christmas Carols in Utah Valley



It's not too late! You still have 4 days to attend one of the traditional Christmas Carol productions in Utah Valley (last day being December 22). Some of these productions have had the same Ebenezer Scrooge perfecting the role for years upon years. And let's just be real, Christmas Season isn't complete without Mr. Scrooge, Christmas ghosts, and Tiny Tim.

Here's two that you can (should!) attend:

Hale Center Theater Orem
225 West 400 North, Orem, UT 84057
Hours of Operation: 7:30pm
Price: $16-$20, Children are $4 less
(Shows daily, except Wednesday and Sunday)
Little Brown Theatre
248 South Main Street, Springville, UT 84663
Hours of Operation: 7:30pm
Price: $8-$10 
(Monday, Friday, Saturday)

Monday, December 10, 2012

Salem Pond Holiday Lights

Teaser picture! Now you need to go see this area all lit up.
 If you are looking to take your family or friends out to a festive lights show this season, perhaps you should try the more quaint location at the Salem Pond.  Knoll Park is lit up beautifully each year for your pleasure, and the price of $0.00 per person/per car/per whatever is rather inviting.  Even if you have visited another lights festival this year, you can never get enough holiday spirit! For more details, stop on over to UtahValley.com.

Here are some of the basics for starters: 
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Knoll Park
200 West 300 South, Salem, UT 84653
Starts at 6:00 pm.

Monday, December 3, 2012

Lights on in Provo

For those of you looking for a unique lights experience this holiday season, please do check out downtown Provo! The great folks at Downtown Provo, Inc. and the city have teamed up to give you a spectacular looking center street and memory filled season.  The lights started on Dec. 1 and run through Dec. 31 so you have plenty time to check it all out and grab some yummy Center Street Streets. May we suggest a hot sandwich and buy one, get one shake from Sammies? Get the coupon here: Sammies Coupon
"Lights On" in Historic Downtown Provo
To enjoy the lightshow in front of the City Center, tune into 99.9FM through the month of December.
Find all the details here:"Lights on Provo"

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Polar Express


We're going to take a guess that you have read the story of the magical train ride to the North Pole on Christmas Eve a couple times in your day.... And chances are you used to daydream that you really could be aboard that train. Time to make those childhood fantasies real!  The Heber Valley Historic Railroad is providing a way to let you experience a real-life train ride with elves serving you hot chocolate and treats, singing carols, and sharing a Christmas story. Santa even makes an appearance on the train and gives every passenger a special gift.

We would type up all the information you need to know in this post, but it would be better if you just clicked on over to find all the information (pricing, dates, booking information, etc.) here:
http://bit.ly/V18aVb

We don't think there could be a better surprise to give your family!

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

A Dancing Fest--Tonight!

Beijing Dance Academy
A unique dance vent is being held tonight at the Harris Fine Arts Center in Provo!  The BYU Chamber Orchestra and Beijing Dance Academy will feature their collaborative efforts for an amazing program; a program that they have been working on since May 2011.  Students from both of these institutions came together in Beijing years ago to create a program of contemporary dance inspired by tradition. The Beijing Dance Academy is ranked among the best institutions in China and the prestigious dance.  This show will be a special treat here in Provo and we are excited to see their hard work.  Tickets are $15 but if you bring a student ID, tickets are $7.  Tickets are also $3 off for BYU alumni and seniors, so don't forget to tell them if you apply!

For more information visit http://www.utahvalley.com/events/details.aspx?ID=3188 or call Harris Fine Arts at 801-422-4322.

Monday, August 6, 2012

Theater Time

Calling all theater guru's, summer lovers, and concert goers! Where you at? Utah Valley outdoor theater showings are coming to a close which means you need to get out in the open air for a show. Here is a list of the remaining must-see shows/concerts:

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
August 6-13
American Fork Amphitheater 

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

7 Brides for 7 Brothers
-August 18
Sundance Resort Outdoor Theater

Sundance Theatre - Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
Fiddler on the Roof
August 3-18
 Fiddler on the Roof

Yesterday Once More-A Tribute to the Carpenters
August 20
SCERA Shell 
YESTERDAY ONCE MORE:A Tribute to The Carpenters

Diamond Rio
August 27
SCERA Shell
Diamond Rio in concert
Dancing Under the Stars
August 24-25
SCERA Shell 
  Dancing Under the Stars