Events
Territorial Statehouse State Park Events
MAY
Fort Deseret History Night
Friday, May 22, 2026
Deseret Heritage Center, Deseret, Utah.
As part of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month, come hear stories, memories, and history of Fort Deseret, a National Register of Historic Places listed landmark in Millard County.
Cost: Free!
Contact: Carl Aldrich caldrich@utah.gov
Fort Deseret Wall Building
Saturday, May 23, 2026 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fort Deseret, Deseret, Utah
As part of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month, help us rebuilt the walls of the historic Fort Deseret, in conjunction with Deseret’s Town Day celebration.
Cost: Free! Come ready to sling mud. Food will be available for purchase, water will be provided.
Contact: Carl Aldrich caldrich@utah.gov
JUNE
Children’s Skate Night
Friday, June 5, 2026 6-8 PM
The Pod
A community favorite is back, this time for younger kids! Ages 5-12, accompanied by an adult, are welcome at this skate night.
Cost: $5 up to 3 people, $10 4-10 people; refreshments available for purchase.
Contact: Jordan Josse jjosse@utah.gov
JULY
Utah Symphony’s USA 250 Concert
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
South lawn
Fillmore has been selected as one of the sites for the Utah Symphony’s 2026 USA 250 concert series. Join us throughout the day for activities and vendors. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for the concert, starting at 7 PM.
Cost: Free!
Contact: Carl Aldrich, caldrich@utah.gov
Art in the Park
Friday, July 10, 2026 10:00-11:00 AM or 7:00-8:00 PM
Friday, July 24, 2026 10:00-11:00 AM or 7:00-8:00 PM
Meet at Statehouse Front Steps
Come listen to some history and stories related to our park while capturing them through the art form of your choice.
Cost: $10 per person; basic materials (paper, pencils, clip boards) provided.
Contact: Jordan Josse jjosse@utah.gov
AUGUST
Art in the Park
Friday, August 7, 2026 10:00-11:00 AM or 7:00-8:00 PM
Meet at Statehouse Front Steps
Come listen to some history and stories related to our park while capturing them through the art form of your choice.
Cost: $10 per person; basic materials (paper, pencils, clip boards) provided.
Contact: Jordan Josse jjosse@utah.gov
SEPTEMBER
Old Capitol Arts and Living History Festival
Friday and Saturday, September 11-12, 2026
Entire park
This free festival, sponsored by Territorial Statehouse State Park, Friends of Territorial Statehouse State Park, Millard County Tourism, and Fillmore City. Two days of high-quality entertainment, curated art and food vendors, living history demonstrations, Native American dance performances, a historic gun show, and of course Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum. Entry to the festival is free, but be sure to support our vendors! A silent auction and raffle benefitting Friends of Territorial Statehouse State Park will also be held.
Contact: Carl Aldrich caldrich@utah.gov or Jordan Josse jjosse@utah.gov
Public Community Events at Territorial Statehouse State Park
East Millard Prevention Coalition Family Night Out and Health Fair
Monday, May 11, 2026 5:30-7:30 PM
South lawn
Free food in the Pod, games and activities for the whole family, health and wellness resources.
Organized by East Millard Prevention Coalition
Old Capitol Cruisers Car Show
Saturday, June 27, 2026.
East and Southwest lawns
Organized by Old Capitol Cruisers.
Fillmore City Independence Day Celebration
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Fillmore’s traditional Independence Day celebration takes over the park each year. After the parade, gather with family and friends at Territorial Statehouse State Park for food, fun, and entertainment. Fireworks at dusk at the Fillmore fairgrounds.
Organized by Fillmore City’s Celebration Committee