Utah Valley Living: 3 events to check out this week (Sept. 12-20)
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Dominic Valente, Daily Herald file photo
A large crowd gathers at the Electric Park Pavilion to listen to the stories of Charlotte Blake Alston during the "Bedtime Stories" event, which was part of the larger Timpanogos Storytelling Festival on Friday, Sept. 8, 2017, at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi.
A large crowd gathers at the Electric Park Pavilion to listen to the stories of Charlotte Blake Alston during the “Bedtime Stories” event, which was part of the larger Timpanogos Storytelling Festival on Friday, Sept. 8, 2017, at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi.
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- The Covey Center for the Arts in Provo, shown in 2009.
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Dexter Clark, 10, of Orem, holds hoops as participates with other dancers in a Native American dance during the Dancing Strong Youth Powwow on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Provo High School. ISAAC HALE, Daily Herald
The full Utah Valley calendar of events is on L4, but here are three local events you should check out this week:
1. Timpanogos Storytelling Festival 2026
Thanksgiving Point, Lehi, Sept. 12, 3-9 p.m.
Immerse yourself in one of the oldest forms of entertainment as masters keep audiences spellbound as they tell their tales. The event website says: “The Timpanogos Storytelling Festival is held annually on the weekend after Labor Day at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, Utah. Drawing an audience of thousands each year, it has become the largest storytelling festival in the western United States. For two days and three nights, professional storytellers gather with listeners both young and old for multi-day celebrations of story, music, and merriment. In addition to daytime performances on Friday and Saturday, themed public performances are held each evening.”
Mario Ruiz, Daily Herald file photo
The Covey Center for the Arts in Provo, shown in 2009.
For more information, go to timpfest.org.
2. Utah’s Best Country: Whitney Lusk & WILDWOOD
Covey Center for the Arts, Provo, Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m.
It will be another night of amazing country music in Utah Valley as the Covey Center for the Arts welcomes a pair of talented performers. The venue website says: “The Covey Center is going country — and the lineup is stacked. Whitney Lusk and WILDWOOD co-headline a night of powerhouse vocals, heart-stopping harmonies, and energy that’ll have you on your feet! Whitney Lusk is a Utah favorite who’s opened for Ella Langley and Russell Dickerson, with millions of views online. WILDWOOD’s Kate Miller and Chad Truman have headlined 30+ cities, opened for Walker Hayes, and earned a Dan + Shay rave: “Y’ALL ARE SO GOOOOD!” Two acts. One unforgettable night.”
For more information, go to provo.gov.
3. 2026 Native Nations Festival
University Place, Orem, Sept. 19, 3-6 p.m.
Isaac Hale, Daily Herald
Dexter Clark, 10, of Orem, holds hoops as participates with other dancers in a Native American dance during the Dancing Strong Youth Powwow on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Provo High School. ISAAC HALE, Daily Herald
Another big cultural festival celebrating Native Nation heritage will take place in Orem. The event website says: “Come to the 5th annual Native Nation’s Festival to learn about the culture and history of the Native Nations that call Utah home. In partnership with Morning Star Native American Ensemble, there will be educational activities & booths, Fry Bread for sale, performances and crafts (while supplies last).”
For more information, go to universityplaceorem.com.
