As the seasons start to charge and the weather cools off, it signals the beginning of a beautiful time in Park City, early fall. With this time of the year and the opening of various events and businesses, we have a full schedule for those looking for some Park City fun.

September and October of this year give way to the continued opening of movie theatres, a resumption of concerts, and a focus on the outdoors. This is probably the most jam-packed event season we have seen since the onset of coronavirus, and boy, are we excited!

Let’s start with one of the most anticipated events, the Park City Wine Festival. 

Park City Wine Festival

The big event in September that we’re most excited about is the Park City Wine Festival.  The Park City Wine Festival is a premier destination event where master winemakers, culinary greats, and guests gather to play, wine, and dine in Park City. This event starts on September 30th and runs until October 3rd.

Guests will experience more than 100 food artisans, wineries, breweries, distilleries, epicurean purveyors, and locally-made products at this ultimate food and wine experience. Whether you are a full-fledged foodie or an emerging fan, you are sure to find more than one event to whet your appetite at this event. There is something for everyone: food and wine tastings, seminars and luncheons, and outdoor adventures with food and wine influences.

In 2021, there will be four Grand Tastings in Canyons Village at Park City Mountain. There will be two on Friday, October 1, and two more on Saturday, October 2. Please visit the event website for more details and tickets.

The Park City Wine Festival offers various experiences on the mountain, in restaurants, classrooms, and around town. The Grand Tasting features a selection of hundreds of domestic and international wines, plus premium craft beer and spirits. Enrich your mind with new knowledge and enjoy food and wine while experiencing all that Park City has to offer for your mountain weekend.

Through all of these different events, September looks to be one of the liveliest months in Park City. Saddle up and prepare to get some fun in the gorgeous early fall weather!

Tour des Suds

How do 2700’ vertical feet straight up Guardsman pass for seven miles on a mountain bike sound?  If that sounds fun, you may want to participate in the Tour des Suds bike race on September 12, 2021. 

This annual fun bike race The annual Hay Maze and Pumpkin Patch run starts in Park City and ends at the Skullcandy Party Station on top of Guardsman Pass.  From the organizer’s website:

“Because it wouldn’t be Tour des Suds without costumes!   Participants are encouraged to don ‘festive’ costumes and celebrate the beginning of the fall mountain bike season in a spirited manner!! Crazy costumes, crazy bikes are the concept!”

Challenge Course Full Moon Climb

The National Ability Center is letting you experience “moonlight magic” on Saturday, September 18, when they open their high ropes challenge course at 8 PM.  You, your friends, and your family can join the community to experience a unique evening of climbing, obstacle challenges, and more! 

NAC’s Challenge Course includes adaptive elements and equipment like a high bridge wide enough for a wheelchair and a zipline without an abrupt stop. This allows people of all abilities  to bond and recreate together

Harvest Festival

The 11th Annual Harvest Festival is fun for the entire family. There will be many vendors selling an amazing selection of local goods, arts, and crafts. The Harvest Fest will have plenty of food and drink, so bring your appetite!

There will be kids’ activities and live music to keep everyone entertained for the entire day.  Best of all, it’s free and open to the public. 

 Saturday, September 25, from noon – 5 pm at Cattlemen’s Hall in Oakley. 

Hay Maze & Pumpkin Patch

Running from October 1 to the 30th is the annual Hay Maze and Pumpkin Patch at the Heber Valley Artisan Cheese Farm. 

Come out for all the fall fun and also take a dairy farm tour. The Kohler family has been dairy farming for almost 100 years.  They have 150 happy cows producing the milk and cream they need for their premium products. 

You can learn how to make your own cheese and ice cream too—now serving hot, homemade soup for the chilly weather!

After you’ve been through the maze and seen the farm, pick a pumpkin to take home. 

Early fall is a wonderful time in Park City.  If you’re looking to make Park City your permanent home, let Jensen and Company help you.  We’re a part of this community and look forward to helping you be too.