Beginning June 2, 2023.
Join us for free concerts at the Brigham Young Historic Park on Temple Square. Concerts are held on Friday evenings throughout the summer. These hour-long concerts are open to the public, and all ages are welcome. No ticket needed. With a wide variety of musical styles, there’s something for everyone. Take a look at the list of performers below.
Friday, July 28 – Music’s Greatest Hits
7:30 p.m. in the Brigham Young Park
Join Tiffany Mortensen, Sarah Munsell, Seth Gruber, and Heidi Burnard for an evening of classical music with melodies you are sure to recognize. Enjoy selections from opera’s most beloved arias, American art songs, and African American spirituals. Music such as Carmen’s Habanera, the famous Flower Duet, Deep River, and the popular song Time To Say Goodbye are sure to captivate and stir the soul.
Friday, August 4 – Stratford Street Big Band and the Sugar Sisters
7:30 p.m. in the Brigham Young Park
Hailing from the Sugar House suburb of Salt Lake City, the Stratford Street Big Band features the lush three-part harmonies of the Sugar Sisters. The twenty-piece community big band/vocal trio has entertained audiences for over 15 years. Showcasing music from the Great American Songbook Era to the Big Band Swing Era, they also feature contemporary arrangements of popular Latin, rock, and Rhythm & Blues artists. The Stratford Street Big Band and Sugar Sisters specialize in performing an entertaining repertoire that is designed to make your evening memorable.
Friday, August 11 – Blasted Past
7:30 p.m. in the Brigham Young Park
Join us for a fun night of classic rock & roll featuring a local favorite, Blasted Past. This fun, energetic band will have you up dancing and grooving to your favorite rock hits from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Blasted Past has been entertaining Utah audiences for over 17 years. Focusing on classic rock with other genres peppered in the mix, all members are multi-talented musicians and vocalists comprising many years of expertise and versatility.
Friday, August 18 – Halau Ku Pono I Kamalani
7:30 p.m. in the Brigham Young Park
In 2008, Halau Ku Pono I Kamalani began teaching hula and other Pacific Island cultures in Utah. This group is comprised of performers of all ages. They believe in perpetuating the Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island cultures by sharing knowledge through their dances. They want the world to see the cultures through authentic eyes. They will bring a touch of paradise to you!
Friday, August 25 – Dallyn Bayles
7:30 p.m. in the Brigham Young Park
Join us to enjoy Broadway touring veteran Dallyn Vail Bayles and musician Ross Boothe performing their concert: Anthems of Hope: An Evening of Inspirational Broadway. This uplifting concert will feature songs from Les Misérables, Phantom of the Opera, Man of La Mancha, South Pacific and many others.
Special Considerations
- Location: The Brigham Young Historic Park is located at 50 West North Temple Street, on the southeast corner of State Street and Second Avenue / North Temple Street.
- Parking: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/learn/temple-square-parking-and-directions?lang=eng There may be free (limited) parking after 5:30 p.m. in the North Office Building east lot which is accessible going southbound on State Street.
- Chairs: A limited number of chairs will be available. Feel free to bring your own blankets or lawn chairs. Out of courtesy for other guests, please do not save seats ahead of time or block the view of others with shade tents or umbrellas.
- Restrooms: The closest restrooms to Brigham Young Park are located on the newly renovated and opened Church Office Building Plaza. Cross west across State Street, head south to the steps and ramp leading west into the Plaza. The restroom building is just north of the Lion House
- Weather: In the case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved indoors to the Assembly Hall on Temple Square. If moving indoors, information will be made available at least two hours prior to the concert at 801-240-3323.
- Food: You’re welcome to bring picnic food. Please be sure to clean up after yourselves.
- Recording: Audio or video recording of the concert is not allowed, due to Church licensing agreements. Photos are encouraged, just not during the performance.
- Not Allowed: Alcoholic beverages and weapons are not permitted on Church grounds, including the Brigham Young Historic Park.
- All events are subject to change.