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Utah Activities and Events during April 2022

Here is a short list of events and activities in Salt Lake, Ogden and Moab ranging from festivals and fares to old mansions tours.

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The historic McCune Mansion in Salt Lake City.

January Through April

Downtown Farmers Market—Winter. Continuing on Saturdays through April 23rd, the market is held at The Gateway, 10 N Rio Grande Street, Salt Lake City. The market includes locally grown and produced produce, meat, eggs, cheese, baked goods, sauces, condiments, chocolate, and more. Hours are from 10am to 2pm. 

April 13

McCune Mansion Tours. Tours are from 10am to 11am and 11am to 12pm. This mansion on Capitol Hill has imported roof tiles from Holland, white satin-grained mahogany from South America, and a room-sized mirror from Germany. The mansion also features ceiling murals and decorative borders that took an artist from New York two years to finish. It was completed in 1901 and restored in 2001. Tickets for the one hour tour are $12. 

April  15, 16, 17

Gem Faire. This event will be held at the Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S State Street in Sandy. The hours are 12 to 6pm on Friday, 10am to 6pm on Saturday and 10am to 5pm on Sunday. Admission is $7 for a weekend pass. The show will feature fine jewelry, crystals, gems, beads, minerals, gold & silver, fossils, and more. 

April 16

Riverton Park Bunny Hop. Held from 10am to 11am this event is different from most Easter Egg Hunts. Held at Riverton City Park, 1452 W 12600 S families make their way around the park visiting stations to get candy, prizes, or to participate in Easter activities. The Easter Bunny will be there for photos. For ages 12 and younger. 

April 22-23

Fall Peace Officers Trail Ride. This annual event is held in Moab and honors the state’s fallen peace officers. Visit the website for more information. 

April 23

Earth Day Celebration at Ogden Nature Center. Held from 11am to 4pm at 966 W 12th Street in Ogden. Celebrate Earth Day with exhibits, demonstrations, entertainment, food, nature crafts, and fun activities. Admission is $5 for non-members, $4 for members, and $3 for children under 12. All proceeds benefit the mission of the Ogden Nature Center. 

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