Thursday, August 6, 2015

August in the Ogden Valley

August in the Ogden Valley is in full swing. So far, it's been a combination of warm summer days mixed with cool, fall-like weather. Though I love the fall....I'm not ready! There's still time to take in the last of summer's activities in the Valley:

If you haven't made it to the Ogden Valley Open Market, stop in and pick up some produce, art, hand-made goods of all sorts, and delicious local food, all while you enjoy home-grown entertainment. The Valley is full of creative people and they tend to congregate at the Open Market on Thursday evenings until dusk. The market runs through September, rain or shine.

The Blues, Brews and Barbeque series at Snowbasin is the place to be, every Sunday through September. Escape the heat and listen to great free entertainment while enjoying barbeque and cold beverages on the patio at Earl's Lodge. View the schedule.

The Ogden Valley Balloon & Artist Festival comes back to the Valley August 14th through 16th. I love the early morning launch. Yes, you'll have to get up really early to watch the balloons fill with hot air and rise into the crisp morning sky, but what a way to start your day! Then stick around for a little breakfast in the park, enjoy a balloon ride, visit art and craft booths, sample more food and drink, try some kids games or rides, take in live entertainment, or compete in the pie eating contest. If early morning isn't your thing, you can come for the evening launch and stay for the balloon glow. Ogden Valley Balloon & Artist Festival Schedule

Music lovers will delight in the 3rd Annual Ogden Valley Roots and Blues Festival. This is a world-class festival for fans of folk and blues music, and it takes place in North Fork Park, a rustic refuge which recently received the Dark Sky Designation from the International Dark Sky Association. Come for an evening or stay 3 days and camp at the park. Bands include: Pinetop Inferno, The Brothers Comatose, Swamp Cabbage, Rev. Peyton's Big Damn Band, and more. August 21 through 23rd. You can save a few bucks if you buy your tickets in advance. Brought to us by Ogden Friends of Acoustic Music (OFOAM), a non-profit organization, and their sponsors. 

If you're not into organized activities you can still enjoy a day at Pineview Reservoir, hike or bike one of the many Ogden Valley trails, or dine at one of many great Valley restaurants.




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