Events for May 16, 2026

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The Annual Great Salt Lake Bird Festival in Davis County

Davis County UT

Every May, the Great Salt Lake Bird Festival transforms Davis County into a birder’s playground. Since 1999, the festival has celebrated one of North America’s most important migration routes with field trips, workshops, family activities, and hands-on conservation experiences. The festival is headquartered at Western Sports Park in Farmington, the central hub for registration, vendors, workshops, and community events. Think ...

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The Annual Great Salt Lake Bird Festival in Davis County

Davis County UT

Every May, the Great Salt Lake Bird Festival transforms Davis County into a birder’s playground. Since 1999, the festival has celebrated one of North America’s most important migration routes with field trips, workshops, family activities, and hands-on conservation experiences. The festival is headquartered at Western Sports Park in Farmington, the central hub for registration, vendors, workshops, and community events. Think ...

Free

Golden Spoke

Jordan River Trail UT

Celebrate Bike Month with the Ninth Annual Golden Spoke Ride! This FREE, family-friendly cycling event is a safe and exciting way to explore the expanding Golden Spoke Trail Network that connects more than 100 miles of trail across the central Wasatch Front Region from Ogden to Provo. Join our growing bike community, discover new trails, and elevate your cycling skills. ...

Free

Youth <18 ATV Hands-On Course in Mona, UT

1300 East 1000 South, Mona, UT

Master ATV riding with Utah certified instructors. This is an in-person ATV-only course that fulfills the Utah Youth (<18) OHV education and certification requirement. What to bring: – A properly sized ATV – Safety Equipment / PPE: – DOT approved helmet, goggles, gloves, over-the-ankle boots, long-sleeved shirt / jacket, long pants – Parental supervision is required for anyone 12 and ...

Free

Blooms in the Foothills, a Botanical hike 💐

🌼 Join Trails Utah for Blooms in the Foothills: A botanical hike with two of Red Butte Garden’s botanists on Saturday, May 16, 2026 🌸 ___________________ This hike is a chance to spend a few hours on the trail learning about the plants and spring blooms that shape the foothills. We’ll move at a community pace and make space for ...

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Hit the Lake — Paddle Sports & Water Safety Day

Echo State Park 2115 Echo Dam Rd., Coalville

Join us at the lake for International Water Safety Day at Echo Reservoir! For just $5 entry—or included with your Utah State Parks annual pass—you can spend the day enjoying the water with family and friends. Participants will have access to free kayak and paddleboard use, along with opportunities to join guided tours or relax in a designated free paddle ...

$5

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary – Wild Friends Tour

Best Friends Animal Sanctuary 5001 Angel Canyon Rd., Kanab

The Wild Friends wildlife refuge area is licensed by both the state of Utah and the federal government as a rehabilitation and education center to help injured or orphaned wild animals. The purpose of the program is two-fold. Our education side provides permanent placement for native wildlife with injuries that prevent them from being released. For the rest, the objective ...

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