Your Guide to June in Salt Lake
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Grab your produce tote and slap on the sunscreen because June marks the official start of summer in Salt Lake. Host Ali Vallarta and Kendall Rodriguez, TikTok’s Queen of SLC, bring you a guide to what to expect and how to make the most of this month, including the best vendors at the downtown market, navigating Salt Lake’s pools, and cheap date night ideas. Plus, don’t miss our episode on shopping like a farmers market pro.
For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Salt Lake, check out Hey Salt Lake’s take on what to do this month. You can also contribute your number one to-do item for our Salt Lake summer bucket list!
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