Riverside Country Club, Aug. 15-16, all day

Golf lovers in Utah Valley always look forward to mid-August because that’s when top talent gathers at Riverside Country Club for the annual Utah Open. This year marks a special milestone for the event. The Utah PGA website says: “As the Utah Open celebrates 100 years of championship golf, it remains one of the longest-running and most prestigious golf tournaments in the United States. Since 1926, it has helped define championship golf in Utah and established itself as one of the state’s enduring sports traditions. The centennial championship reflects both the tournament’s legacy and the continued momentum behind the game in Utah.”

For more information, go to utahpga.com.

2. 37th Annual Great Salt Lake Truck Show

Thanksgiving Point’s Electric Park, Aug. 15, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Carlene Coombs, Daily Herald

It’s a beautiful match when you see an industry come together to support charity work, helping individuals and families in need. Not only will visitors get to see some amazing vehicles but they will also be supporting the National Kidney Foundation of Utah and Idaho. The event website says: “It is our overall goal to promote a positive image of the trucking industry to the public while promoting and providing funds for the Truck Show Kidney Kamp. Every year, our donations enable more than 200 children who have kidney failure, are on dialysis, or are awaiting a transplant to attend a wonderful camping experience in the Utah mountains.”

For more information, go to saltlaketruckshow.com.

3. 2026 Bolivian Fest: Utah’s Carnaval Boliviano

University Place Orem, Aug. 22, 3-9 p.m.

The cultural festivals continue at University Place in Orem with this weekend being a chance to celebrate Bolivian heritage. The venue website says: “Come join the party at the annual Bolivian Fest, Utah’s Carnaval Boliviano! For one day, be transported to the heart of South America and experience the vibrant colors, music, dances and taste of Bolivia. There will be a kids zone, crafts and plenty of activities for all ages. Not to mention entertainment on the main stage all day long!”

For more information, go to universityplaceorem.com.

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