This quintessential Southwestern state is famed for its deserts and canyons, its slew of outrageously beautiful national parks, and its Mormon roots. Situated on the shores of the Great Salt Lake, Salt Lake City is the capital and population center with the lion's share of culture and sporting events to enjoy. Other outposts of interest include Cedar City in the southwest and Moab in the southeast.
Sports fans in Utah may enjoy seeing the NBA's Utah Jazz take the court at Vivint Smart Home Arena, which also hosts a regular rotation of major touring musical performers in concert. Salt Lake City is also home to Real Salt Lake, a major league soccer team.
Moab, Utah may be set amid the seemingly uninhabitable lunar landscape of southeastern Utah, but it has gained a reputation as a center of festival events in the state. Stop by for the Moab Folk Festival or the Desert Rocks Music Festival.
Visitors looking for live music in the Salt Lake City area might consider some of the favorite local concert venues, including The State Room, The Urban Lounge or the aptly named In the Venue. On balmy summer nights, enjoy the Twilight Summer Concert Series in Pioneer Park.