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Your Guide to Salt Lake in May 2026

Posted on April 30
Terina Ria

Terina Ria

Sunglasses and coffee on a counter.

A coffee, no matter what time of day or night. (Ivana Martinez/City Cast Salt Lake)

May is all about low-stakes plans: lingering a little longer, trying something new, and maybe even flying a kite? Here’s what to check out this month.

Coffee & Chai

A new cafe in West Jordan is open 7 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week. It’s the kind of place you can stop by after a late-night movie or Real Salt Lake game to grab a coffee (maybe decaf), chit-chat, and hangout.

Cake Picnics

I sort of feel like we manifested our craving for a cake picnic in our April guide. The concept of a cake picnic is simple: Everyone brings a cake, so everyone gets to try a lot of cake.

Go Analog (For a Night)

Landlined is a social club with one rule: no phones. Each month they host a different event, from craft nights to dance parties. This month they’re hosting a community dinner at Publik Kitchen on May 29, but sign up by May 15 so they have a head count.

Fly a Kite

When’s the last time you flew a kite? The North Salt Lake Kite Festival returns May 16 to Tunnel Springs Park with free kites for kids (while supplies last), food trucks, music, and family fun.

Map of Daybreak yard sale homes.

Daybreak yard sale map. (Daybreak)

Find Deals at a Yard Sale

It’s the start of yard sale season! Attend a community yard sale where entire neighborhoods turn into treasure hunts.

  • Daybreak: Saturday, May 2. Peep the map to find participating households.
  • Ballpark: Saturday, May 9. The 3rd annual Ballpark yard sale will feature 40+ homes.

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