We’re disappointed to announce the cancellation of this year’s Utah Marathon, scheduled September 28, due to circumstances outside the organizers’ control. If you registered for any of the events you’ll be notified by email on how to obtain a full refund. If you’ve already been training hard for this race, don’t let your effort go to waste. Tons of other fantastic races are also scheduled in and around SLC on September 28. Check our calendar to find your perfect match. utahmarathon.com
Author: Jenny Willden
Jenny Willden
Jenny Willden is the Managing Editor of Outdoor Sports Guide and a self-proclaimed gear and grammar nut. She's a member of the North American Travel Journalists Association and the Adventure Travel Trade Association. A lover of adventure and travel, she's happiest when riding horses or snowboarding in Utah’s mountains. Follow Jenny’s exploits on Twitter @jennywillden or Instagram @jlwillden.
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Explore Sun Valley, Idaho’s 400 miles of continuous singletrack at this bike festival from June 29–July 6. There are activities for everyone from the Super Enduro and Ketchum Criterium for competitiors to free bike demos and free shuttled and guided rides on the area’s best trails for less-experienced or non-competitive riders. Kids can compete in their own mountain bike race, then everyone can stick around for the music festival. ridesunvalley.com
Escape the valley for the day and visit Midway for Swiss Days, their annual festival celebrating the area’s history and cuisine from August 30–31. Watch live entertainment and a parade, eat Swiss food, purchase crafts, and run a 10K or kids race. midwayswissdays.com
Visit Moab in the beautiful fall season for bike riding, racing, dirt jumping, partying, and bike movie watching from October 24–27. Advanced riders can compete in DH race, Super D Race, Pump Track Competition, and Dirt Jump Jam. Weekend festival pass is $35 and includes group rides, movie festival, costume party, and group shuttle to rides. Check website for full schedule. moabhodown.com
The world’s best mountain bikers return to Colorado’s Winter Park Resort to battle it out for prizes and bragging rights at this event from July 25–28. The 4-day festival features slopestyle, Enduro World Series racing, air downhill, and cross country. For a really good time, watch the Intergalactic Pond Crossing on July 28 to see cyclists of all ages attempt to cross the Winter Park pond without falling in. But you don’t just have to be a spectator! Bike demos are available in the Festivillage, and you can take a biking lesson from the knowledgeable instructors at Winter Park Resort.…
I’ll argue that Llama Fest is Utah’s most unique festival. I mean, where else can you complete an obstacle course with a llama or race alongside one to get a blue ribbon? Head to Spanish Fork on Saturday, July 20 at 5:00 p.m. to participate and maybe even win your own award! The Beatles tribute band, Revolver, will perform and food is available for purchase. Admission is just $3 for adults and $1 for kids. utahkrishnas.org
Sample unlimited wines from 50 Colorado wineries at this daylong event in Riverbend Park (Palisade, CO) on Saturday, September 21. Winefest runs from 10:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and tickets are just $45. The price includes live entertainment, tasty nibbles from vendors, commemorative tasting glass, wine tote, and interactive seminars. winecolorado.org
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