City Cast Salt Lake
🌳 Meet the City Cast parks map!
May 4, 2026 · City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta co-wrote today’s parks article.
Hey, Salt Lake! We just dropped something huge (and genuinely useful): a City Cast parks map!
City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta visited all 511 parks in Salt Lake County, tracking everything from dog parks to water fountains. Now, all that research lives in one place.
In celebration, we’re dedicating the whole week to parks. Scroll down for more info on the map!
What's CITY Talking About
Quarters Sugar House Is Closing
Quarters Arcade Bar’s Sugar House location is closing May 31 after struggling with construction, slow seasons, and rising rent. The team plans to go out strong with pop-ups, tournaments, and events all month long. [Instagram]
Utah Supreme Court Nominees
A commission has put forth a shortlist of 12 candidates for two new Utah Supreme Court seats, created as part of a recent court expansion. Notably, there are two Christophers, two Matthews, and no women. Gov. Spencer Cox will make the final picks after a public comment period, and they’ll still need Senate approval. [Utah News Dispatch]
Cougar in a Tree
A cougar (aka mountain lion) was spotted hanging out in a tree in a Millcreek neighborhood last week. Wildlife officials safely scared it off using non-lethal methods so it could head back to the mountains. [FOX 13]
- Required listening: Tips for taking on a mountain lion (if you have to). [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
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What To Do
Monday, May 4
- 💪 Free Cycle Class | Seek Studio
- 🌸 Mini Framed Florals Photo Workshop | Second Summit Hard Cider Co.
- 🌮 Cinco de Cuatro | Bar Nohm
- 🍺 Perspectives Over Pints: How To Make Beer | Fisher Brewing Co.
- 🧘 Free Community Somatic Breath-Based Class | Maven Strong
- 🎤 The Temptations & The Four Tops Tribute | The Grand Theatre
- 🍔 Food Truck Nights | Sandy Amphitheater Park
Tuesday, May 5
- 🧘 Flow & Share Yoga | Utah Museum of Contemporary Art
- 🌄 Sunrise Hike + Meditation | 18th Avenue Trailhead
- 🌅 Sunset Yoga | The Gateway
- 🐝 The Beehive Bazaar (5 Days) | The Beehive Provo
- 🧶 Beginner Amigurumi: Fred the Sea Turtle | Handwork
- 🇲🇽 Cinco de Mayo with Xolo Masa Co. | Post Office Place
- 🍻 Craft Pub Runners | Second Summit Hard Cider Co.
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We wanna hear from you: What’s your favorite thing at a Salt Lake County Park?
— Terina Ria
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