Parks and open spaces are an important part of Saratoga Springs. City parks offer many amenities for families to have fun together including, pickleball, sand volleyball, basketball courts, award-winning playgrounds and more. There are two drop-ins along the Jordan River at Inlet and the RC park. These are perfect to drop in a canoe, kayak, paddleboard, or other non-motorized craft.

The Jordan River Trail offers residents the ability to walk, run and bike along the Jordan River and gives access to great fishing spots as well. The Jordan River Trail connects to the Utah Lake Trail near Inlet Park. The South Marina is a great place for a picnic, and to access Utah Lake for both motorized and non-motorized watercraft. The Saratoga Springs Marina beach is under construction and should be available in 2024. Use the Israel Canyon trailhead to gain access to the Lake Mountain range, for hiking, biking and more.

Saratoga Springs Community Events has another great lineup of summer fun. Summer Monday Fundays start the first Monday in June. This will be the sixth year the city has hosted this event. The events team has partnered with the Food Truck League once again to provide food trucks at Neptune Park from 6-9 p.m. each Monday evening between June 5 and Aug. 14. Each week, a different activity will happen by the stage at 7:30 p.m.

From animal and hypnotist shows to a bike safety rally and concerts, there is sure to be something of interest for everyone. Don’t forget the event always kicks off with the Chalk, Walk and Boogie on June 5. This fun chalk contest and Orchestra concert are a great way to start the summer. Say Aloha to summer and fall on Aug. 14 with the End of Summer Luau. Come join us for a cultural Polynesian show featuring NOA Polynesia while enjoying great food from the food trucks.

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Of course, no summer is complete without attending at least one or two events at Saratoga Splash Days, celebrated the second full weekend of June. Splash Days will be held June 7-10 this year. We are excited to host the City of Fun Carnival once again. This fun family-friendly carnival is a resident favorite. See the city website for hours of operation and information on how to purchase discounted wristband vouchers. The events start Wednesday, June 7 with the Splash Bash.

After having to cancel this event for the last few years due to COVID and the drought, we are excited to be able to bring this fun water party back. This event is for kids twelve and under. That night we will be holding an exclusive teen event for youth thirteen and over. Teens are invited to Inlet Park to come to participate in a chalk war and spike ball.

Of course, no Splash Days is complete without the Car Show, concert, boutique, firework show, and all of the wonderful activities your family has grown to love. For a full list of Saratoga Splash Days events including locations and times go to http://saratogaspringscity.com/splashdays.

After such a long winter it will be great to get outside and spend time together as families and neighbors enjoying the beautiful landscape that surrounds our city and attending these fun activities. We are excited to join our residents in celebrating the many things that make Saratoga Springs a great place to live.