Things to do in Park City
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Park City, Utah, is a beautiful year-round resort city located in the heart of the Wasatch Mountains. The moderate, dry climate, brilliant blue skies and friendly atmosphere make Park City an ideal meeting destination for SIP 2009.
Summers in Park City, Utah are filled with an abundance of outdoor concerts, festivals and group activities. Year round cultural events, such as Artstravaganza in August and the renowned Sundance Film Festival in February, bring a wide selection of international travelers to Park City, creating a cosmopolitan vibe not often found in this part of the country.
Special Events During Your Stay
Concerts at Deer Valley Resort in August
Deer Valley Music Festival, August 14-15, 2009
The Canyons Resort Summer Concert Series: PANJEA with Michael Kang. Opening act by Utah School of Rock August 15, 2009
The Canyons Resort Summer Concert Series: The Wilders August 22, 2009
Area Attractions
Visit the Utah Olympic Park, home of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, and take a wild ride down the original track in a Bobsled! Stroll through the Park City Outlet Mall or quaint Historic Main Street with its boutiques and art galleries for exceptional shopping.
The local area features three renowned resorts, all of which were host to the 2002 Winter Olympics and have an amazing offering of summer events and activities as well.
Outdoor Recreation
Endless summer activities include hiking, biking, horseback riding and hot air ballooning in the breathtaking mountain environment. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy any of seven outstanding golf courses within 20 minutes . Experience the beautiful mountain lakes, rivers and reservoirs for excellent fishing, boating, and white water rafting.
Dining
Featuring over 100 restaurants, from fast food to the most fashionable cuisine this side of, well, anywhere, you're sure to find a taste that suites you. In Park City, the challenge isn't deciding when to eat, it's deciding where.
Restaurant Guide
Night Life: Pubs and Clubs
Downtown Park City's Main Street has several cool pub/club spots. They are all a short walk from one another. Private Clubs are no longer "private", just walk in and order. Click here for a list of bars and clubs.
Park City's Signature Drink
In 2006, Park City began an annual competition among our world-class bartenders to create a “signature drink” for Park City. The 2009 winner is “Bonnie Ulmer's Deer Valley St. Germain Elderflower Cocktail.” Click here to see all the winning recipes! Be sure to sample the 2009 winner while you are in Park City for SIP!
Liquor Laws
Getting a drink in Utah is easy! Park City makes it even easier with more alcoholic beverage businesses per capita than any other place in the state. So whether you're looking for a local brew or just a glass of wine, you won't be left high and dry. Click here for specific information about getting a drink during your vacation.
Climate & Elevation
At 6,900 feet Park City experiences cold, snowy winters and pleasant summers. The lowest altitude is Park City is 6,720 ft. while the surrounding Wasatch Mountains rise to over 10,000 ft.
The snow begins to fall in earnest by November and has usually mostly melted by June. The average summer high is 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Park City's humidity is very low which makes the summer season comfortable and pleasant. Average high and low temperatures are listed below.
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Feb. |
Mar. |
Apr. |
May |
Jun. |
Jul. |
Aug. |
Sep. |
Oct. |
Nov. |
Dec. |
| High |
27 |
31 |
36 |
48 |
59 |
70 |
79 |
80 |
68 |
53 |
39 |
31 |
| Low |
7 |
10 |
16 |
24 |
32 |
39 |
48 |
47 |
37 |
24 |
17 |
12 |
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