Hello Davis County! Utah’s very own Pioneer Day is coming, and we are here to help you prepare for a fun-filled weekend!
This weekend
Bountiful Handcart Days
Sunset Farmer’s Market Treasure Hunt
Layton Pioneer Days
🐂 Pioneer Weekend in Davis County and Beyond
Bountiful Handcart Days & Races | Bountiful
When: Friday, July 24 (5:00 PM – 9:30 PM) & Saturday, July 25 (Parade at 9:00 AM, Park Activities 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Where: Bountiful City Park (400 N 200 W) & South Davis Recreation Center
What: South Davis County’s massive pioneer tradition! Friday night features park games, food, and an 8:00 PM concert by Jenny Oaks Baker in the park. Saturday kicks off early with the Handcart Days Races (Half Marathon, 5K, and a Pioneer Pete 1K for the kids), followed by the grand 1.8-mile parade at 9:00 AM.
Family Value: The Saturday park activities are packed with kid-approved fun, including face painting, a fish pond, drone flights, and evening fireworks!
America250 Pioneer Jubilee Chalk Art Festival | Layton
When: Friday, July 24
Where: Heritage Museum & Layton Commons Park
What: Celebrate Pioneer Day with color and creativity! The Heritage Museum sidewalks will be covered with art honoring Utah's pioneer heritage as part of the America250 celebrations.
Pro-Tip: Make an entire evening out of it! Layton Commons Park is hosting a Pioneer Day Food Truck Rally right next door, followed by a live performance from Riders in the Sky at the Kenley Amphitheater.
Davis Heritage Center Summer Fun Fest | Kaysville
When: This Weekend
Where: Davis Heritage Center (USU Extension)
What: A perfect agricultural showcase! The Summer Fun Fest features barrel racing, dog agility demonstrations, team roping, mounted shooting, and an open horse show.
Family Value: If your kids love animals, this is a fantastic, high-action alternative to the traditional municipal park celebrations!
Sunset City Farmers Market Treasure Hunt | Sunset
When: Tuesday July 28th 5-9PM
Where: Sunset City Farmers Market 250 W 2400 N
What: Support local growers and makers while the kids embark on a fun, market-wide Treasure Hunt!
🇺🇸 Other Notable Holiday Events to Catch:
Layton F.E.S.T. (Friday, July 24): If you are checking out the chalk art, don't forget that Layton F.E.S.T. is still running concurrently with the Food Truck rally, featuring local shopping, yard games, and live music.
Eat local 🍳
Chris’ Cafe Entrance
Meatless Special - 3 Egg
Chris’ Cafe
56 E 1700 S, Clearfield, UT 84015
Clearfield | Diner Sit Down | American Breakfast and Lunch
It was my first visit to Chris’ Cafe, and I was impressed with how efficiently I was seated and how warm the service was. Sometimes you don’t need an Instagram ready, flower-on-the-plate with a swish of sauce meal for too much money. Sometimes you need honest cooking from a comfortable restaurant. Chris’ Cafe delivered on that premise. The interior is decorated a bit like a biker garage with special attention given to a booth containing a Missing Man Table. From the signage and awards, Chris’ Cafe is a big supporter of veterans.
I ordered the Meatless Special #6 with wheat toast and 3 eggs over medium for my meal. I always like to check if a diner can cook an over medium egg with the right consistency and these were perfect. The hash browns were a good mix of crunchy and soft and the buttered toast complimented the meal well. Next time I visit I will have to branch out into some of their sweeter offerings. I watched three giant, plate sized pancakes being set in front of a growing teenager, he didn’t stand a chance of finishing. Portions were great and the value and warmth of the service will see me return.
Order for First Timers for Two
1x Chris’ Special - Diner staples. + Something Sweet (Pancakes looked great to me, next time!)
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Spencer Francis
Publisher | The Davis Connector