Sandy City and summer events go hand in hand as a vibrant array of community activities are scheduled for the warmer months. Music, culture, local flavor, fresh produce and family-friendly recreation make the city an exciting place to celebrate the summer.

Monday Food Truck Nights

Monday Food Truck Nights at Sandy Amphitheater Park (1245 E. 9400 South) run through mid-October, with the Food Truck League bringing a variety of local chefs to provide visitors with favorite menu items. 

Several themed events coincide with Monday Food Truck Nights, including a movie in the park on July 21 and the city’s Night Out Against Crime on Aug. 4. May 12 was Animal Night at the event and residents were invited to meet Mayor Monica Zoltanski’s horses and get free microchipping for their dogs and cats from Sandy City’s Animal Services. 

Zoltanski’s newest horse is a 6-week-old filly whose name, Biscotti, was selected in a contest with city residents. Zoltanski loves the name since Biscotti’s mother is named Tiramisu. 

“It’s important to have good experience with large animals and agriculture is part of our city’s history,” Zoltanski said. “We’re here to promote our animal services, encourage pet adoptions, and encourage people to adopt and not shop.”

Sandy Farmers Market

For residents looking for fresh produce, Sandy’s farmers market runs on Saturdays from June 7 through Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sandy Amphitheater (1300 E. 9400 South). The farmers market is a collaboration between Sandy City and Empowered Community Markets, providing home-grown produce, delicious foods and unique crafts. 

Concerts at the Sandy Amphitheater

An impressive concert lineup is scheduled for the Sandy Amphitheater’s summer schedule, including performances by Lord Huron, Jenny Oaks Baker, Lyle Lovett, Dwight Yoakam, Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls, Air Supply and Chicago. For information about dates and tickets, visit SandyAmp.com. 

Yoga in the Park

Bring the family to Alta Canyon Park’s west ball field for free yoga classes throughout the summer. Starting Tuesday, June 3, from 7:30-8:30 p.m., stretch those sore muscles and find inner peace with the community yoga class geared to all levels and abilities. 

Sandy Fourth of July 

This year’s Independence Day events in Sandy are touted to be the biggest celebration in Salt Lake County. Along with the Sandy Classic Fourth of July 5K, there will be a Sandy Fire Department truck display and water spray, a youth craft fair, inflatables, activities and food trucks, plus the hometown parade at 6 p.m., a free concert with the Salamanders at 7:30 p.m. and a fireworks display at 10 p.m. 

Hot Air Balloon Festival

For 18 years, this colorful balloon festival has been a highlight of the summer. This year’s event will be held Aug. 8-9 at Storm Mountain Park (980 E. 11400 South), with a Saturday evening balloon glow (weather permitting) from 7-10:30 p.m. on the city promenade (10000 S. Centennial Pkwy.) and a drone show at 10 p.m. 

Stay up-to-date with events, cancellations and schedule changes at sandy.utah.gov.