Uintah County Heritage Museum Expert Series: Rector Townsite - A Gilsonite Camp Presentation
Join us Friday May 23rd at 6:00 PM to learn about the small mining camp known as Rector that existed near the boomtown of Dragon. BLM archaeologist Gabriella Salazar will be speaking about the mineral known as Gilsonite, the daily life at this mining camp and why it disappeared.
Cost: Free Admission.
Friday, May 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Uintah County Heritage Museum
155 E Main Street
Vernal, UT 84078.
For more info visit www.uintahmuseum.org. Precision Rifle Club Shoot
Join the Buckskin Hills Precision Rifle Club for their April shoot.
Saturday, May 24, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
Outlaw ATV Jamboree
Thursday, May 29, 2025 – Saturday, May 31, 2025.
Vernal's Western Park.
Badges & Bobbers
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is teaming up with local law enforcement agencies to host the sixth annual Badges and Bobbers fishing event at Little Montes Creek Reservoir in the Montes Creek Wildlife Management Area.
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For this limited-registration event, Uintah Basin youth will fish with local law enforcement officers, and kids can practice their angling skills in preparation for a summer of fun in Utah's outdoors!
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What to expect,
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Law enforcement officers from several different agencies will be on hand to assist participants with their fishing skills and to answer questions.
Please register for a one-hour time slot to accommodate our officers' schedules and to ensure a great experience for everyone. Space is limited!
Water, snacks and fishing gear will be provided by the DWR and partners.
Bring sunscreen, a chair and be ready to catch some fish!
Anglers may choose catch-and-release practices or keep the fish they catch (daily limits will be observed).
Please keep in…
Cost: FREE.
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Little Montes Creek Reservoir
Lynn Haslem Reservoir Road Fort Duchesne, UT 84026.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Golf for Good - Strata Networks Charity Golf Classic
Join us at our Charity Golf Classic at the beautiful Vernal Dinaland Golf Course. All proceeds benefit local charitable causes.
Format: 4-Man Scramble.
Friday, May 30, 2025, 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Dinaland Golf Course.
Downtown Arts Walk
Join Vernal Downtown Alliance for the inaugural Arts Walk in historic downtown Vernal! The Arts Walk will feature the work of local visual artists showcased in downtown businesses and fine art galleries. Enjoy complimentary light refreshments as you stroll between Arts Walk locations. Be sure to check out the live music from local musicians stationed next to several murals that contribute to our downtown’s unique character. May 30th from 5:00 - 8:00pm, in downtown Vernal!
Cost: Free.
Friday, May 30, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Vernal Main Street.
For more info visit www.vernaldowntown.org. Diamond Mountain Speedway Race
Cost: Adults (13 and up) $10 / Youth (5-12) $5 / 4 and under free.
Friday, May 30, 2025, 7:00 PM – Saturday, May 31, 2025, 11:00 PM.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
Kids Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Monday, June 2, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Itty Bitty Ball
Cost: $35.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM.
Kids Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Free Summer Day Trip - Eagle Ridge Trail
Meet at the Utah Field House Museum at 9 am. You will be driving your own car, so come prepared with enough gas. Eagle Ridge Trail is located at Steinaker State Park. Pack a lunch and have a picnic if you choose after the hike.
Attend at least 5 of the Summer Day Trips and earn the PARTY on July 16th at the Double Shaka Aquapark at Red Fleet State Park for FREE food and play on the aqua park.
Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Safe Kids Day
Mark your calendars for TriCounty Health Department's Safe Kids Day! Join us for a day full of prizes, activities, and informational booths promoting kids safety! This event is free to the public and geared toward children of all ages!
Cost: Free.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Colton Pavilion, 355 N 900 W, Vernal, UT 84078.
Kids Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Kids Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Vernal Excitement
Join us for live entertainment including Singer Faith Simper, Red Spirit Singers and Dancers, & an outdoor movie! The Kids Market set up begins 5:30 PM.
Cost: Free.
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Library Park.
Wild Bunch Shoot
Join the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources as they host the 3rd annual Wild Bunch Shoot at Buckskin Hills.
Friday, June 6, 2025.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
Pelvic Floor Therapy for Women: Healing Prolapse Lunch & Learn
Registration is required: Click the link to register for this FREE Lunch & Learn:
https://www.ashleyregional.com/event/127,
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Kayla Lunceford, DPT is a women’s pelvic floor specialist. She will lead attendees in some prolapse healing exercises, so be sure to bring your own yoga mat for this event. Additionally, Kayla will provide information on prolapse, causes and solutions for women of all ages.
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Lunch will be provided.
Cost: free.
Friday, June 6, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Ashley Regional Medical Center
150 W 100 N
Classrooms B & C
Vernal, UT 84078.
For more info visit www.ashleyregional.com. Buffalo Soldier Heritage Trail Kick-Off Presentation
Come explore a rich, inspiring, and little-known part of Utah’s history with Utah’s Cultural Site Stewardship Program! At three events taking place on June 6 and 7 in Salt Lake City, Price, and Vernal, take the opportunity to explore the Buffalo Soldiers’ time in Utah with presentations from our project development team, free museum admission, and guided tours of cultural and archaeological sites related to the Buffalo Soldiers. In Vernal, this event will take place at the Uintah County Heritage Museum. Registration is required. Register at the link below.
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https://tinyurl.com/bshtregistration.
Cost: Free Admission.
Friday, June 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
155 E Main Street.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Josie Shoot
Join the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources as they host the 36th annual Josie Shoot at Buckskin Hills.
Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
36th Annual .22 Josie Shoot-Vernal
It's time to get ready for the 36th annual .22 Josie Shoot in Vernal! Join us June 7 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex for the target shooting competition. The awards ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. at the Uintah Conference Center.
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Co-sponsored by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources and the Wildlife Conservation Foundation, this free event is designed to give women of all ages and shooting ability levels a fun, comfortable environment to sharpen their rifle skills while competing for prizes.
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Age classes and prizes,
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The age classes are: Juniors (ages 11-17), Seniors (ages 18-49) and Vintage (ages 50+).
Shooters may compete in the open sight or the scope class (but not both).
Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place in all age and shooting class categories.
What to expect,
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The competition will run from 8 a.m. to noon at the Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex. Please sign up for a shooting time here so participants can be adequately…
Cost: FREE.
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Buckskin Hills Shooting Complex
Diamond Mountain Road Vernal, UT 84078.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Buffalo Soldier Heritage Trail Kick-Off Tour
Come explore a rich, inspiring, and little-known part of Utah’s history with Utah’s Cultural Site Stewardship Program! At three events taking place on June 6 and 7 in Salt Lake City, Price, and Vernal, take the opportunity to explore the Buffalo Soldiers’ time in Utah with presentations from our project development team, free museum admission, and guided tours of cultural and archaeological sites related to the Buffalo Soldiers. In Vernal, this event will take place at the Uintah County Heritage Museum. Registration is required. Register at the link below.
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https://tinyurl.com/bshtregistration.
Cost: Free Admission.
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
155 E Main Street.
For more info visit tinyurl.com. Jarvie Fest 2025
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Vernal Field Office invites the public to the annual Jarvie Fest on Saturday, June 7th from 10 AM – 2PM. Come explore the historic ranch grounds! Attendees of this FREE event can participate in family-friendly activities and enjoy live music. Bring the family and enjoy the beauty of the Browns Park area! For additional information please contact the Vernal Field Office at 435-781-4400.
Cost: Free!
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
John Jarvie Historic Ranch, Browns Park, UT.
Mr. CAPONE-E
Cost: General Admission $40 - Meet & Greet VIP $100.
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Vernal Theatre Live
40 E Main Street
Vernal, Utah.
Free Summer Day Trip - Jones Hole Fish Hatchery
Meet at the Utah Field House Museum at 9 am. You will be driving your own car, so come prepared with enough gas. Eagle Ridge Trail is located at Steinaker State Park. Pack a lunch and have a picnic if you choose after the hike.
Attend at least 5 of the Summer Day Trips and earn the PARTY on July 16th at the Double Shaka Aquapark at Red Fleet State Park for FREE food and play on the aqua park.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Vernal Excitement
Join us for live entertainment including Dino Round Up Rodeo Minute to Win It, Singer Rowdy Rosendahl, & an outdoor movie! The Kids Market set up begins 5:30 PM.
Cost: Free.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Library Park.
Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo
Take a ride on the wild side at Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo, June 12-14! The best PRCA Playoff Series rodeo entertainment, plus John Payne "The One Arm Bandit," Mutton Busting, and Fireworks.
Gates open at 5 PM with great local and visiting Food Trucks and Vendors.
Cost: $6 to $20.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Uintah County Western Park.
For more info visit vernalrodeo.com. Diamond Mountain Dragway Race
Join us for drag racing at Utah's only drag strip.
Cost: $10 a person at gate, 11 and under free.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – Saturday, June 14, 2025, 11:00 PM.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo
Take a ride on the wild side at Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo, June 12-14! The best PRCA Playoff Series rodeo entertainment, plus John Payne "The One Arm Bandit," Mutton Busting, and Fireworks.
Gates open at 5 PM with great local and visiting Food Trucks and Vendors.
Cost: $6 to $20.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Uintah County Western Park.
For more info visit vernalrodeo.com. Dinaland Car Show
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Ashley Valley Community Park
500 North 900 West
Vernal Utah.
Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo
Take a ride on the wild side at Vernal's Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo, June 12-14! The best PRCA Playoff Series rodeo entertainment, plus John Payne "The One Arm Bandit," Mutton Busting, and Fireworks.
Gates open at 5 PM with great local and visiting Food Trucks and Vendors.
Cost: $6 to $20.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Uintah County Western Park.
For more info visit vernalrodeo.com. Free Summer Day Trip - Moonshine Arch
Meet at the Utah Field House Museum at 6 pm. You will be driving your own car, so come prepared with enough gas. Pack a dinner and have a picnic if you choose after the hike.
Attend at least 5 of the Summer Day Trips and earn the PARTY on July 16th at the Double Shaka Aquapark at Red Fleet State Park for FREE food and play on the aqua park.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Vernal Excitement
Join us for live entertainment including a 4th of July Art Battle, Cork Snow and the Hammer Down Band, & an outdoor movie! The Kids Market set up begins 5:30 PM.
Cost: Free.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Library Park.
Kids Triathlon
Cost: $20.
Friday, June 20, 2025.
Youth Fishing Event-Moon Lake
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is teaming up with Moon Lake Resort to celebrate 100 years of operation on Moon Lake, located north of Mountain Home. Join DWR staff to learn basic angling techniques, tip and tricks on Moon Lake, nestled at the southern base of the Uinta Mountains.
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Come celebrate a little piece of the Uintah Basin's history by fishing with the experts, along with other fun-filled activities.
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What to expect,
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Compete for the largest fish caught during the fishing event.
Participate in the other activities: a live falconry show, a petting zoo and more.
Bring sunscreen and a chair.
There will be fishing gear provided by the DWR and partners, but you are welcome to bring your own equipment to participate. Anglers may choose catch-and-release practices or keep the fish they catch (daily limits will be observed).
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Please keep in mind:
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Anglers must be 17 years old or younger to register.
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Anglers between the ages of 12 and 17 will need a valid…
Cost: FREE.
Saturday, June 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Moon Lake Resort
27270 W Moon Lake Road Mountain Home, UT 84051.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Color Crazy Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Color Crazy Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Free Summer Day Trip - Dry Fork Flume Trails
Meet at the Utah Field House Museum at 9 am. You will be driving your own car, so come prepared with enough gas. Pack a lunch and have a picnic if you choose after the hike.
Attend at least 5 of the Summer Day Trips and earn the PARTY on July 16th at the Double Shaka Aquapark at Red Fleet State Park for FREE food and play on the aqua park.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Color Crazy Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Color Crazy Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Vernal Excitement
Join us for live entertainment including Clint the Magician, and Kevin Tonne & The Smoking Guns, & an outdoor movie! The Kids Market set up begins 5:30 PM.
Cost: Free.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Library Park.
Unity Festival
Explore: 35-40 booths offering valuable community resources from law enforcement, firemen, healthcare, education, scholarships, rehab centers, tech assistance, self care and so much more!
Fun: Enjoy bouncy houses and corn hole games. Earn Tokens: Visit each booth, learn something new, and earn tokens worth 25 cents each. Redeem them for food at the food vendors!
Support Drives: Participate in our food and clothing drives and earn an additional token for your donations.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
204 East 100 North, Vernal, Utah 84078.
Diamond Mountain Speedway Race
Cost: Adults (13 and up) $10 / Youth (5-12) $5 / 4 and under free.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 7:00 PM – Saturday, June 28, 2025, 11:00 PM.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
Mud Race
Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
Free Summer Day Trip - Harpers Corner
Meet at the Utah Field House Museum at 9 am. You will be driving your own car, so come prepared with enough gas. Harpers Corner is located on the Colorado Side of Dinosaur National Monument. About a 50 minute drive to the trailhead. Plan to Pack a lunch and have a picnic. There will be no food or water available for purchase.
Attend at least 5 of the Summer Day Trips and earn the PARTY on July 16th at the Double Shaka Aquapark at Red Fleet State Park for FREE food and play on the aqua park.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Dinosaur National Monument-Colorado Side.
Vernal Excitement
Join us for live entertainment including Vernal's Got Talent for ages 4-11 and 12-17, & an outdoor movie! The Kids Market set up begins 5:30 PM.
Cost: Free.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Library Park.
Firecracker 5k and 1 Mile Run
Be part of this fun annual event to kick off Dinosaurland Freedomfest!
Medals, race shirts, swag bags, cash prizes and other winner awards!
Register at https://www.raceentry.com/firecracker-5k.../race-information
5K Race will start at UBTECH @ 7am July 4th & finish at the Ashley Community Park . Shuttle buses available to transport from the park to UBTECH before the race from 6-6:45am. NO SHUTTLE SERVICE AFTER THE RACE. 1 mile race at 8 am
Packet, shirt and bib pick up at Uintah Recreation Center July 3rd 5:00 am-5:00 pm or July 4th morning 6 am at UBTECH. Check in 6:00 Am-6:45 at UBTECH.
Register by June19th for t-shirt guarantee. First 250 registered guaranteed a medal. Rest given if available.
Can register at race with online registration if haven't reached cap. No cash or venmo. Early registration encouraged.
Professional timing system used. Results will be posted online.
1 mile Race will start and end at Ashley Community park 8am July 4th with a 1 mile course
Register now at 5K Race will start at UBTECH…
Friday, July 4, 2025, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
UBTECH
809 N 2000 W
VERNAL UTAH.
All About Animals Kids Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Monday, July 7, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
All About Animals Kids Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Uintah Conference Center Open House
Come join us for
Uintah Conference Center 10 yr Anniversary Open House
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
10am - 6pm
Our team will be taking you on tours, answering all your questions and have great displays set up to show the capability of our beautiful building and what the team can do.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
Uintah Conference Center
313 E. 200 S. Vernal.
All About Animals Kids Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Free Summer Day Trip - Steinaker State Park
Meet at the Utah Field House Museum at 9 am. You will be driving your own car, so come prepared with enough gas.
Attend at least 5 of the Summer Day Trips and earn the PARTY on July 16th at the Double Shaka Aquapark at Red Fleet State Park for FREE food and play on the aqua park.
Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
All About Animals Kids Summer Camp
Cost: $40.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Vernal Excitement
Join us for live entertainment including Singer Alyssa Howell, and Vernal Theatre Live, & an outdoor movie! The Kids Market set up begins 5:30 PM.
Cost: Free.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Library Park.
Diamond Mountain Dragway Race
Join us for drag racing at Utah's only drag strip.
Cost: $10 a person at gate, 11 and under free.
Friday, July 11, 2025, 6:00 PM – Saturday, July 12, 2025, 11:00 PM.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
Precision Rifle Club Shoot
Join the Buckskin Hills Precision Rifle Club for their April shoot.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
The Citadel Con
Want to be a vendor? Message us for more details.
We will be holding the fallowing Playable events:
(Prizes and giveaways will be added later)
Magic The Gathering Jumpstart event (11:30am - 3:00pm)
16 seats available
Magic The Gathering draft featuring War of the Spark (4:00pm - 8:30pm)
8 seats available
Pokémon Build and Battle (Starting at 1pm)
16 seats available
Lorcana starter deck tournament (time coming soon)
8 seats available
Bolt Action WW2 table top tournament (1:00pm - 6:00pm)
6 seat available
Infinity Tournament (11:30am - 8:30pm)
6 seats available.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 11:00 AM – 8:30 PM.
Uintah County Western Park
302 East 200 South
Vernal Utah.
Diamond Mountain Speedway Race
Cost: Adults (13 and up) $10 / Youth (5-12) $5 / 4 and under free.
Friday, July 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – Saturday, July 19, 2025, 11:00 PM.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
Death Race
Run 4 miles in an hour....every hour!
Winner is the last one standing. How many rounds will you go?
Saturday, July 19, 2025.
McCoy Flats.
Diamond Mountain Dragway Race
Join us for drag racing at Utah's only drag strip.
Cost: $10 a person at gate, 11 and under free.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 7:00 PM.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.
Diamond Mountain Speedway Race
Cost: Adults (13 and up) $10 / Youth (5-12) $5 / 4 and under free.
Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:00 PM – Saturday, August 9, 2025, 11:00 PM.
Buckskin Hills Recreation Complex.