May is such a lovely month in Salt Lake City. If you’re looking for family friendly events in Salt Lake City this May, you’ve come to the right place. From plant sales to the Race for the Cure and the Spring Fling For Foodies Pop-up Restaurant, you’ll be sure to find something to enjoy doing this spring in Salt Lake City.
Events in Salt Lake City this May
May the Fourth be with You
When: May 4th, 2017
Where: Viridian Event Center
8030 S 1825 W
West Jordan, UT
A long time ago, in a cantina far, far away… …there was a Star Wars affair!
Join us for an evening of revelry in all things Star Wars as we celebrate May the Fourth — Star Wars day!
The event is FREE, but a ticket is required so we can make it a great experience for everyone.To ensure your space in the galaxy, register online at: http://www.slcolibrary.orgMayThe4th/
What’s happening — Costume Contest, Trivia Challenge, Sabre Training, Photo opportunities, prizes, vendors, refreshments and more!
Costumes are encouraged but not required.
This is FREE for adult Jedi only — please leave the younglings at homebase!
May the Fourth be with you!
Kearns St. Ann Cultural Fair
When: May 12th, 2017
Where: Kearns St. Ann School
430 East 2100 South
Salt Lake City, UT
Kearns St. Ann School is a beautifully diverse both socially economically, and culturally. Our mission statement is “We Teach the World”. We believe in educating the whole child and supporting all of our families. Come and visit our school and see why your child will flourish with a Kearns St. Ann education.
Spring Fling for Foodies Pop-up Restaurant
When: May 12th, 2017
Where: McCune Mansion
200 North Main Street
Salt Lake City, UT
A limited number of tickets go on sale April 1st for this exclusive Pop-up Restaurant at the historic McCune Mansion in downtown Salt Lake City. Our restaurant pops up for a single night, then disappears, offering a unique once-in-a lifetime dining experience.
Mary Crafts-Homer, CEO and founder of Culinary Crafts, will be there to guide you through the five course menu. You’ll dine in the elegance of McCune Mansion enjoying delicious sophisticated flavors while you learn tantalizing insights about the preparation of the menu items. Butler-passed hors d’oeuvres, and a complimentary signature cocktail provided by Sugarhouse Vodka, will start the evening.
2017 Race for the Cure
When: May 13th, 2017
Where: Library Square
200 East 400 South
Salt Lake City, UT
Susan G. Komen Utah is more than just an awareness organization or a color, we are More Than Pink™! Take action today and register for the 21st Annual Susan G. Komen Utah Race For The Cure on Saturday, May 13, 2017 at Library Square. Registration is available here.
38th Annual Plant Sale
When: May 12th, 2017
Where: Red Butte Garden
300 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City, UT
The Garden offers an impressive selection of herbs, specialty annuals, vegetables, sun and shade perennials, ornamental grasses, shrubs, conifers, roses, vines, trees, and the best selection of heirloom vegetables, native plants and water-wise plants! You’ll find plants for every situation, including gifts, bee-friendly, and high-altitude plants. Most of the plants are grown by local nurseries and many of the vegetables are grown here in our own greenhouses! This annual plant sale and fundraiser is always a great way to welcome the planting season!
Girls on the Run Utah 5k Celebration
When: May 20th, 2017
Where: Sugar House Park
1300 East 2100 South
Salt Lake City, UT
Girls on the Run is a transformational physical activity based positive youth development program for girls in 3rd-8th grade. We teach life skills through dynamic interactive lessons and running games. The program culminates with the girls being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a celebratory 5k running event. The goal of the program is to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness.