Steel Days calendar
Thursday, July 6
Quilt Show
When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Senior Citizens Center, 54 East Main St.
City of Fun Carnival
When: Noon-10:30 p.m.
Where: Robinson Park
Friday, July 7
Quilt Show
When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Senior Citizens Center, 54 East Main St.
Art Show
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: American Fork Library
What: Local artists gather to showcase their best work. Register online at www.steeldaysaf.com before July 5. It’s $5 per entry and is limited to three entries per person for adults and $2 per entry with a max of two entries for youth.
Garden Tour
When: Noon-8 p.m.
Where: Various locations
What: The American Fork City Beautification Committee highlights some of the best kept gardens in the city during this open house tour. Visit www.steeldaysaf.com for a full list of properties available to visit.
City of Fun Carnival
When: 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
Where: Robinson Park
Saturday, July 8
Art Show
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: American Fork Library
Quilt Show
When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: Senior Citizens Center, 54 E. Main St.
Car Show, Car Cruise, Ugly Truck Contest
When: Noon-8 p.m.
Where: Rotary Park
What: Hot rods, speedsters and ugly trucks gather for a fantastic display at Rotary Park. The cars are free to view, but those interested in showing off their rides must pay a $20 registration fee at the time of the event. The Ugly Truck Contest is free but a $20 fee applies to those who wish to be in the car cruise. Winners of the contest will be allowed in the parade Saturday, July 15.
Monday, July 10
Art Show
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Where: American Fork Library
American Fork Symphony Concert
When: 7 p.m.
Where: Amphitheatre at Quail Cove Park, 851 E. 700 North
What: Join the American Fork Symphony as they present a “musical celebration of America” under the direction of conductor Shauna Smith.
Tuesday, July 11
Coed Kickball Tournament
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Art Dye Park, 550 E. 1000 North
What: The game starts early and goes until an obvious winner emerges. Registration costs $80 per team and can be done online at www.steeldaysaf.com.
Baby Contest
When: 10 a.m.-Noon
Where: Rotary Park
What: The contest is for children ages 0-24 months. Registration is $15 with late registration going on until 9:30 a.m. on the day of the event. All registration must be completed online at www.steeldaysaf.com as there will be no cash registrations accepted.
Wednesday, July 12
Discount Swim Day
When: 12:30-10 p.m.
Where: American Fork Fitness Center
What: The cost of swimming at the fitness center is reduced to $2 per person.
Zumba
When: 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: American Fork Fitness Center parking lot
What: The event is free to the public.
Yoga
When: 8-9 p.m.
Where: Pony League Baseball Field across from the American Fork Fitness Center.
What: Yoga is a new addition to the weeklong celebration and is free to the public.
Thursday, July 13
Tea with the Queen
When: Noon-1 p.m.
Where: Amphitheatre at Quail Cove Park, 851 E. 700 North
Soap Box Derby
When: 6-8 p.m.
Where: 740 N. 20 East
What: Those who are interested in participating must register by Saturday, July 1 no exceptions. Registration is $15 per car and is done through www.steeldaysaf.com. Click on the soap box derby icon under the events tab to be redirected to the registration page.
Friday, July 14
Youth Dance
When: 8-10:30 p.m.
Where: 20 N. Church St.
What: The dance is for ages 14-18, and the cost of attendance is $1.
Movie in the Park
When: Dusk
Where: Art Dye Park, 550 E. 1000 North
What: This year’s movie is Disney’s “Moana.” The cost is free, and there will be free popcorn and drinks.
Saturday, July 15
Marching Band Breakfast
When: 6:30-9 a.m.
Where: Fresh Market parking lot, 135 E. Main St.
Steel Days 5k/10k
When: 7 a.m.
Where: Start and finish at 50 N. Center St.
What: Check www.steeldaysrun.com for pricing and early registration.
Grand Parade
When: 9:30 a.m.
Where: Main Street & 100 East
Picnic in the Park
When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: Art Dye Park, 550 E. 1000 North
What: Come to Art Dye early and reserve your spot because this event is bursting with fun. There’s games, food trucks and live music. It’s free to the public and a great way to reserve an early spot for the Big Show and fireworks.
Big Show and Fireworks
When: 8-10 p.m.
Where: Art Dye Park, 550 E. 1000 North
What: Salt Lake City based LAHJIT is performing at the Big Show. The concert is free with fireworks beginning immediately after the show ends.