Nov. 20, 2025 Salt Lake City celebrated the grand opening of Backman Community Open Space, 601 N. 1500 West, marking the completion of the first project funded through the City’s Parks, Trails and Open Space General Obligation (GO) Bond on Nov. 20. The new two-acre open space, adjacent to Backman Elementary School and the Jordan River, […]
Allen Park to temporarily close in preparation for revitalization in 2026
Nov. 17, 2025 Allen Park, located at 1328 Allen Park Drive, will close on Monday, Nov. 17, for approximately four months to allow for the installation of new water and fire lines that will support long-term goals for the park’s restoration. Allen Park was acquired by Salt Lake City in 2020. Since then, the City’s […]
Salt Lake City to reimagine Seven Canyons Fountain in Liberty Park as dry art feature
March 28, 2023 Para leer este comunicado de prensa en español, oprima aqui Following a feasibility study and engagement work with the community, Salt Lake City announced that it will reimagine Seven Canyons Fountain in Liberty Park into a dry art feature. The City conducted feasibility studies to identify potential options for restoring the work, which […]
Salt Lake City to host Jingle & Mingle event with City’s new Park Rangers
November 17, 2022 Salt Lake City residents can take in the holiday lights, enjoy hot chocolate, and mingle with Park Rangers at Pioneer Park on select Friday evenings this holiday season. Park Rangers will greet residents on the north side of Pioneer Park, with the first 50 people each week to receive free hot chocolate. […]