BDAC's Annual Summerfest

BDAC's Annual Summerfest is a cultural arts festival at Bountiful City Park on August 7 and 8, 2026, from Noon to 8PM each day.

As part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration, this year’s Summerfest theme is E Pluribus Unum—'Out of Many, One,' celebrating diverse cultures, stories, and artistic traditions that strengthen communities.

Attendees can experience live performances from a range of music and dance groups representing global traditions. The schedule includes:
- Thursday, August 6 | 7pm: America 250 Celebration SUMMERFEST Eve: Navajo Drum Circle and Dance
- Friday, August 7 — 12pm: Honey Duval & Native Youth
- Friday, August 7 — 1pm: N8tive Hoop
- Friday, August 7 — 2pm: Utah Alp Horns
- Friday, August 7 — 3pm: Rise
- Friday, August 7 — 4pm: Tauatage
- Friday, August 7 — 5pm: Danz y Color
- Friday, August 7 — 6pm: Hakan
- Friday, August 7 — 7pm: Kargi
- Saturday, August 8 — 12pm: Mariachi Fuego
- Saturday, August 8 — 1pm: Taiko
- Saturday, August 8 — 2pm: Halua
- Saturday, August 8 — 3pm: Tutilli Ballet
- Saturday, August 8 — 4pm: Divya
- Saturday, August 8 — 5pm: Geno
- Saturday, August 8 — 6pm: Callanish
- Saturday, August 8 — 7pm: Ballet Folklorico

The festival also features Heritage Arts Workshops led by master artists. Workshops include:
- K-Pop Demon Hunter Tiger (Ages 13+, Aug 8, 4-6PM, $50)
- Lei Making (Aug 7, 3-5PM, $40)
- Champarrado, Zoque-Maya Chocolate-Making (Aug 8, 1:00-2:30PM, $40)
- Henna (Aug 7, 12:30-2:30PM, $50)

Workshops require separate registration and have associated fees. All skill levels are welcome at workshops. Some activities have age restrictions.

Other highlights:
- Food vendors and food trucks offering a variety of cultural cuisine
- The Art Yard: a hands-on creative space for children, teens, and families to try art activities during the festival, under adult supervision
- Opportunities to meet artists, see handmade crafts, and learn about different cultures

Summerfest is open to all, celebrating unity and diversity through the arts.