Hey neighbors!!

June is filling up pretty quickly around Lehi. You can spend an evening looking at local art, wander through a farmers market, check out a car meet with a slice of pizza, or catch a full weekend of live music nearby at Fork Fest. If you've got kids along, there are a few easy family activities on the calendar too, which makes it a little easier to fill those long summer days.

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Runners of all abilities are invited to test their speed at Utah’s Fastest Mile, a point-to-point downhill race featuring a 350-foot elevation drop along North Ogden’s 1050 East corridor. The fully supported course is designed for personal records, whether participants are running their first mile or chasing a lifetime best. Race day is Saturday, August 1st (less than 8 weeks away!) Registration is now open—sign up today and see if this is the race where your next PR happens.

"Pieces of Me" Art Show Benefiting Utah Foster Care – UUtah Foster Care, Utah Valley University, and Miss Utah All American Kalia Suapaia present an evening art show featuring foster care–inspired artwork that highlights identity, resilience, and lived experience. Select pieces will be available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting Utah Foster Care. Refreshments will be served. Learn more here.
Date/Time: Mon, June 8 · 6:30 PM–8:30 PM
Location: UVU Lehi Campus, Building 2, Lehi, UT

Cars & Curry – Local car enthusiasts gather every Wednesday evening for this casual weekly car meet at Curry Pizza. Expect classic cars, custom builds, food, and plenty of conversation in a laid-back setting.
Date/Time: Wed, June 10 · 7:00 PM–9:00 PM
Location: Curry Pizza, 2450 W Executive Pkwy #150, Lehi, UT 84043

Lehi Farmers Market – Local vendors, food trucks, artisans, crafters, plant growers, entertainers, and family activities come together each weekend at the Lehi Farmers Market. With horse rides, a petting zoo, hay rides, face painting, balloon artists, and live entertainment, it is more than just a market and makes for an easy family outing. Vendor space is also available for those interested in participating.
Date/Time: Fridays, June 12 · 3:00 PM–8:00 PM; Saturdays, June 13 · 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: 7431 N 8000 W, Lehi, UT 84043

Fork Fest 2026 – Fork Fest returns to American Fork with more than 30 local bands performing across three stages, along with food trucks, vendors, and activities throughout the weekend. It is one of the biggest local music events of the summer and an easy option for anyone looking for live music close to Lehi. Get tickets here.
Date/Time: Fri, June 12 & Sat, June 13
Location: Art Dye Park, 1200 N 550 E, American Fork, UT 84003

Family Power Day: Connect, Learn, Grow – Family Power Day brings together hands-on activities, music, games, and practical workshops designed to help families build stronger relationships. Children participate in age-appropriate activities while adults learn skills related to communication, emotional wellness, family stability, and personal growth. It is a free family-focused event with something useful for both kids and parents. Register here.
Date/Time: Tue, June 9 · 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: Hyatt Place, 3700 N Outlet Pkwy, Lehi, UT 84043

Junior Detective Summer Club – Young detectives can spend the week solving mysteries, completing hands-on activities, and exploring science and reading through the Rippy Literacy Center's Summer Discovery Days program. It is a fun educational option for elementary-age kids during summer break. Learn more here.
Date/Time: Tue, June 9 & Thu, June 11 · 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Location: Rippy Literacy Center, 131 N 100 E, Lehi, UT 84043

Lehi Scavenger Hunt: The Fun in Exploring Lehi – Turn Lehi into your own adventure course with this self-guided scavenger hunt through local landmarks and historic sites. Teams solve puzzles, complete challenges, and compete for the top score while exploring the city. It is a fun option for families, friends, couples, or anyone looking for a different way to spend an afternoon around town. Learn more here.
Date/Time: Available daily · Start anytime
Location: Downtown Lehi area, Lehi, UT 84043

Affordable Housing Project Pairs Homes with Early Literacy Support: A new Lehi development is combining affordable housing with early childhood literacy resources to support local families. The project includes a dedicated literacy center designed to help children build reading skills and prepare for long-term academic success while providing affordable housing opportunities for residents. Community leaders say the initiative addresses two important community needs by expanding housing access and investing in children's education.

Jacklins Named Grand Marshals of 2026 Lehi Round-Up Rodeo: Ray and Kelly Jacklin have been named grand marshals of the 2026 Lehi Round-Up Rodeo in recognition of their decades of service to the rodeo and the Lehi community. Ray spent 23 years on the rodeo committee, helping maintain and improve the rodeo grounds, while both have remained deeply connected to the Western lifestyle through horses, agriculture, and community involvement. The couple will be honored during this year’s rodeo as Lehi celebrates one of its longest-standing traditions.

📍Lehi Outdoor Pool, 451 E 200 S, Lehi, UT 84043

Looking for an easy summer outing this week? The Lehi Outdoor Pool is back open for the season with plenty to keep kids, teens, and adults entertained. The heated Olympic-size pool features two water slides, an aqua climbing wall, a diving board, and a separate baby pool, so everyone can find their favorite way to spend a few hours in the water.

What makes it especially convenient is everything around it. The pool sits next to a public park with playgrounds, picnic areas, basketball courts, and sand volleyball, making it easy to turn a swim trip into a full afternoon outside. Whether you're planning a family outing, meeting friends, or just trying to beat the heat, this is one of Lehi's classic summer spots. For discounts, click here.

City Council Work Session – Mon, June 8, 2026 @ 3:00 PM, Lehi City Council Chambers, 131 N 100 E, Lehi. Lehi's City Council will hold a pre-council discussion covering water conservation efforts, library operations, healthcare service agreements, parks funding priorities, and the proposed Fiscal Year 2026–27 budget. This is a good meeting for residents interested in city services, budget planning, parks, and other community priorities before formal council action takes place. View meetings and agenda here.

City Council Meeting – Tue, June 9, 2026 @ 4:30 PM, Lehi City Council Chambers, 131 N 100 E, Lehi. Lehi's City Council will hold a pre-council meeting with updates from the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), a review of the State Auditor's Fraud Risk Assessment Report, discussion of mixed-use development standards, and other city business. Good meeting for residents following local government decisions, planning issues, and community updates.

Lehi Redevelopment Agency Meeting – Tue, June 9, 2026 @ 7:00 PM, Lehi Civic Center Council Chambers, 131 N 100 E, Lehi. The Lehi Redevelopment Agency will consider several agreements related to development projects, including participation agreements involving Stack Soccer Field, Thanksgiving Point Station development, and the Thanksgiving Point Housing Transit Reinvestment Zone. This is a good meeting for residents interested in economic development, housing, and redevelopment projects in Lehi.

Planning Commission Public Hearing – Thu, June 11, 2026 @ 7:00 PM, Civic Center Council Chambers, 131 N 100 E, Lehi. Lehi's Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review development proposals, zoning requests, subdivision plans, and other land-use matters affecting future growth in the city. This is a good meeting for residents who want to follow development projects and provide public input on planning decisions.