Festivals & Events

Christmas Tree Tags

Starts in about 13 hours: Monday, November 23, 2009
Ends: Saturday, November 28, 2009

The Forest Service will be selling Christmas Tree Tags at the District Office in Ephraim Beginning Nov. 23rd. $10.00 per tag. Sales Locations

Location: Various Locations
City: Sanpete County

Contact: Sanpete District Office
Phone: 435-283-4151


Forest service

Manti Light Parade

Starts in 4 days: Friday, November 27, 2009
Ends: Friday, November 27, 2009

Early shopping, Santa, movie, refreshments Light parade. Businesses open at 6 am until 9 pm.

Location: Manti City Main Street
City: Manti City

Contact: City Hall
Phone: 435-835-2401


Lights

Home for the Holidays

Starts in 4 days: Friday, November 27, 2009
Ends: Tuesday, December 01, 2009

Home for the Holidays Fair at the Ephraim Co-op

Friday & Saturday,9 am to 6 pm.

Monday & Tuesday,10 am to 6 pm. Not open on Sunday.

There will be food, craft & gift items for sale. There will be door prizes every hour throughout the day. If you are interested in booth space contact Marilee Cordery at 801-815-0303.

Location: 96 North Main
City: Ephraim

Contact: Marilee Cordery
Phone: 801-815-0303.


marileecordery@yahoo.com

Holiday fair

Kid's Christmas Jubilee

Starts in 5 days: Saturday, November 28, 2009
Ends: Saturday, November 28, 2009

In conjunction with the Mt. Pleasant City Christmas Lighting Ceremony!

Local businesses sponsor FREE children’s game booths on Main Street for children 1-18. Free hot cocoa, apple cider, and cookies. There will be gifts given to children who participate in the games. Fundraiser booths with hot chili n’ scones, hot dogs and nachos for purchase. Rumor has it that the Grinch Hill Gang is plotting to kidnap Santa and Mrs. Clause!!!!

Location: Downtown Main Street
City: Mt. Pleasant

Contact: Kathy Kunik
Phone: 435-851-0762


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Lighting Celebration

Starts in 5 days: Saturday, November 28, 2009
Ends: Saturday, November 28, 2009

Begin your Christmas celebration at the Mt. Pleasant Downtown Lighting Celebration

The fun begins at 6 pm. The lights will be turned on at 6:15 on Main Street with the sound of the ‘Candy Cannon’. From 6 to 9 pm there will be free hot chocolate and cookies and Santa will arrive.

Yummy chili and scones will be sold as a fundraiser.

Location: Main Street
City: Mt. Pleasant

Contact: Colleen Oltrogge
Phone: 435-462-3034

http://mtpleasantcity.com/

Ephraimlight

Holiday Home Show

Starts in 12 days: Saturday, December 05, 2009
Ends: Saturday, December 05, 2009

This years tour features beautiful homes in Fairview and Milburn, mostly restored pioneer homes. All proceeds go toward purchasing needed equipment for the hospital. $5.00 per ticket before event. $7.00 day of event.

Location: Spring City Homes
City: Spring City

Contact: Heather Hafen
Phone: 435-462-4133


heather.hafen@intermountainmail.org

Hometour

Ephraim Light Parade

Starts in 12 days: Saturday, December 05, 2009
Ends: Friday, December 04, 2009

The Ephraim Light Parade “Christmas Traditions” will be on Main Street, from 200 South to 200 North at 6 pm.

There is no entry fee for your entry, but you must have LIGHTS!! Cash prizes will be awarded!

Assemble at 5 pm on 200 South heading East.

Parade Entry Application

Location: Down Town Main Street
City: Ephraim

Contact: Barbara Davies
Phone: 283-4631


shauna@sanpete.com

Santa

Snowkite Season Opener

Starts in 18 days: Friday, December 11, 2009
Ends: Saturday, December 12, 2009

Celebrate the oncoming winter season!!

Location: Skyline Drive
City: East of Fairveiw

Contact: Brian Schenek
Phone: 435-462-5303

http://www.flyozoneusa.com

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Fairview Winter Festival

Starts in 2 months: Saturday, February 06, 2010
Ends: Saturday, February 06, 2010

8 AM- Gates open. 80% of admission fee will be part of the Winner’s Purse

10:30 AM- Drag Race and Snow Cross. Registration before February 5, 2010 at 3 pm, $15.00- After the 5th, $20.00.

12:00 Noon- Kids Drag Race and Kids Snow Cross. Registration before February 5, 2010 at 3 pm, $5.00- After the 5th, $7.00.

Spectators: $5.00, three and under are free.

Fire barrels will be placed around to warm-up by.

With limited parking at the rodeo grounds, parking will be available at the red church on Highway 89. Transportation will be provided from the church to the rodeo grounds and back all day.

Location: Fairview Rodeo Grounds
City: Fairview

Contact: City Hall/Julie Anderson
Phone: 435-427-3858


julie@cut.net

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Annual Bald Eagle Day

Starts in 2 months: Saturday, February 06, 2010
Ends: Saturday, February 06, 2010

This is a wonderful family activity that gives you a chance to view bald eagles in their natural setting. Watch them soar the sky and hunt in the fields. Spotting scopes will be set up. Driving map of Sanpete Valley will be given out, highlighting the best areas to view the eagles. There will be displays, pamphlets; volunteers and biologists will be available to answer questions. Bring Binoculars and cameras, however, a high power telephoto lens is a must if you choose to photograph, so the birds aren’t disturbed. The best times to see the greatest number of eagles is usually from 2 to 4 o’clock. Dress warmly and wear water proof boots. 445-3472

Location: Ft. Green Fish Hatchery
City: Ft. Green

Contact: Scott Root
Phone: 801-491-5656

http://www.utahoutdooractivities.com/baldeagleday.html

Bald eagle

US Open Snowkite Masters

Starts in 3 months: Friday, February 26, 2010
Ends: Sunday, February 28, 2010

The 6th annual Snowkite Masters will once again host the US Open National Championships at Skyline, Utah. A winter version of Course Racing will blend the Kitercross and Winduro races into longer and more challenging runs for this years Athletes.

Everyone is welcome to join in for the weekend freeride sessions, rail jams, party’s and clinics. Just ask anyone who has previously attended an SKM, it is an event with a great vibe and atmosphere. Skyline Snowkiting Map

Location: Skyline Drive- Mile Marker 14
City: East of Fairview

Contact: Brian Schenck
Phone: 435-462-5303

http://www.snowkitemasters.com/
info@windzup.com

Masters

Snowmobile Shootout

Starts in 4 months: Saturday, April 03, 2010
Ends: Sunday, April 04, 2010

Sled enthusiasts from around the nation come to Fairview Canyon this weekend to hill climb, drag race, and show off their high performance equipment. Turbo and nitrous sleds are the Norm.

Sanpete Snowmobile Information

Location: Skyline Drive
City: Fairview Canyon

Contact: Bruce Cahlamer
Phone: 801-393-1010

http://www.psipowerinc.com
bruce@psipowerinc.com

Psi

Hell's Kitchen Endurance Ride

Starts in 5 months: Saturday, May 15, 2010
Ends: Saturday, May 15, 2010

“Come and enjoy great riding, company and food!! “

This event includes a 25 mile and a 50 mile ride in the country just north of the Gunnison Cemetery. Base camp at the old rodeo grounds. Cost is $50.00 for the 25 mile ride and $85.00 for the 50 mile ride. This includes a catered Dutch Oven dinner after the ride at the Gunnison Park. On Friday night the 14th, there will be a ride meeting to discuss rules and route. Contact Bruce on his cell 435-851-3441 or hm. 435-835-9381.

Location: Old Rodeo Grounds North of Cemetery
City: Gunnison

Contact: Bruce Burnham
Phone: 528-6270

http://www.aerc.org
bburnham@utah.gov

Hell's_kitchen

Spring City Heritage Day

Starts in 6 months: Saturday, May 29, 2010
Ends: Saturday, May 29, 2010

The big event for the Friends of Spring City is Heritage Day! On this day, and this day only, many residents open their historic homes, which have been carefully restored, to tours for the public. Spring City is the best preserved example of an early Mormon pioneer village. Spring City is on the National Register of Historic Pioneer Towns.

Location: 150 East Center
City: Spring City

Contact: Kay Watson
Phone: 435-462-2211

http://historicspringcity.org/events/index.html
Joe Bennion

Heritage

Free Fishing Day

Starts in 6 months: Saturday, June 05, 2010
Ends: Saturday, June 05, 2010

Everyone in Utah can fish for free Saturday, June 6, 2009. Please remember that all fishing laws and rules in Utah still apply.

Location: All of Utah
City: All of Utah

Contact:
Phone:

http://wildlife.utah.gov/guidebooks/2009_fishing/

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Mormon Miracle Pageant

Starts in 6 months: Thursday, June 17, 2010
Ends: Saturday, June 26, 2010

For an exciting evening under a canopy of stars, join us at the foot of the magnificent Manti Utah Temple to watch the Mormon Miracle Pageant. The pageant’s three intertwined stories of the restoration of the gospel, the witness of the Book of Mormon, and the journey of the faithful pioneers to the beautiful Sanpete Valley, demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ for all people.

Performances run June 17th – 26th ,2010 except Sunday and Monday. The Pageant begins at 9:30 PM and is Free of Charge.

Other Events/ Activities During the Pageant: Aquatic Center   Museums Art Galleries   Pioneer Homes   Pioneer Dugout   ATV Riding   Rock Climbing Fishing   Golfing  Camping   Scenic Drives   Horseback Riding

Additional Pageant Information

Location: Temple Hill
City: Manti

Contact: Mormon Miracle Pageant
Phone: 435-835-3000


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Fairview Lace Days

Starts in 7 months: Monday, July 12, 2010
Ends: Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Fairview Museum of History and Art will present the 18th Annual Fairview Lace Days, July 13-15 in cooperation with the Beehive Lacers. Classes will be held Monday and Wednesday from 10 am to 4 pm., with pre-registration required. Non participants are welcome to observe. Participants must have a basic knowledge of lacing.

On Tuesday, July 14th, bring your own lace and join the lacers from 10 am to 4 pm. Come anytime and learn more about the different types of lace and the tools used to make it. There will be demonstrations information and vendor’s sellling supplies.

Location: 65 North 100 East
City: Fairview

Contact: Nancy McKay
Phone: 435-427-9408

http://www.lacemakerusa.com/events.htm
shauna@sanpete.com

Lace

Ft. Green Lamb Days

Starts in 7 months: Friday, July 16, 2010
Ends: Saturday, July 17, 2010

More Lamb Day Information

Location: City Park
City: Fountain Green

Contact: Denise Aagard
Phone: 435-445-3376


Lambdays

Manti Mountain ATV Tour

Starts in 8 months: Friday, August 13, 2010
Ends: Saturday, August 14, 2010

Come and enjoy on your ATV one of the most scenic areas in Utah not seen from the highway. ATV riders will see pristine vistas in Central Utah courtesy of local guides on intermediate and advanced trails. ATV trails run from an altitude of 5,600ft. to over 10,000 feet. More ATV Run Info…

Location: Depart from City Park 300 W. 200 N.
City: Manti

Contact: Alvin Kilmer
Phone: 435-835-5050


Alvin Kilmer

Mantiatvrun

Sanpete Classic Bike Race

Starts in 9 months: Saturday, August 28, 2010
Ends: Saturday, August 28, 2010

The Sanpete Valley will host bicycle racing enthusiasts from across Utah in the 5th annual Classic Bicycle Race. Cyclists of all ages will compete in 45, 72, and 98-mile races on courses that wind through the local countryside. This course offers rolling hills and beautiful scenery, all without a lot of automobile traffic. The somewhat quiet Main Street of Spring City also provides a great location to see each of the categories battle it out for bragging rights and prizes. The race features categories for men, women, juniors 17 or younger, and master-level competitors.

Online Registration

Location: Sanpete County
City: Spring City

Contact: Eric Thompson
Phone: 801-541-3840

http://www.skiutahcycling.com/ZSanpete_Road_Race
Eric Thompson

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