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Island Celebration Day

Island Celebration on August 1 at 12 PM with a shark in a hula skirt. Open plunge goes till 8:30 PM.

Feel the island breeze right here in Kearns!

Join us for an unforgettable day filled with the sights, sounds, and spirit of the islands. From cultural performances to delicious local vendors and fun for the whole family, Island Celebration Day is your chance to experience a tropical getaway without leaving town!

Schedule 

Outdoor Pools:

12:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Outdoor pools only

Indoor Pools:

Open during normal open plunge hours

Island Celebration Entertainment & Activities 

ENTERTAINMENT
(Location: South Grass Space near Element Center)

  • 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
    DJ Fuidawg
    Traditional Hawaiian music
  • 12:30 pm – 12:40 pm
    Kings Music Studio Foundation – 1 Dance Performance
  • 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
    Malialole – Samoa & Fiji Dancing
  • 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
    The Pa’ina Project – A musical journey rooted in Hawaiian culture and Aloha spirit
  • 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
    DJ Music
  • 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm
    Kanani Pua – Tonga & Maori Performance
  • 7:30 pm – 8:15 pm
    Halau Kupono – Hawaii & Tahiti Dance
  • Dusk
    Movie on the Lawn: Moana 2

ACTIVITIES
(Location: South Grass Space – Perimeter)

  • 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
    Airbrush Tattoos
  • 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
    Hawaiian Orchid Giveaway – 300 loose orchid flowers to wear
    Live lei-making demonstration and floral education
  • 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
    Scratch Art Station
    Hawaiian Chomper Coloring Station
    Build a Boat and Race
    Shark Toss Game
Food & Vendor Information 

Concessions:

12:30 pm – 10:00 pm
KOPFC Concessions open

Food Trucks (Kiosk Plaza, Eastside):

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Grill N Que (Food Booth):

  • Hulihuli Chicken Plate – $15
  • Aloha Pork Plate – $15
  • Combo – $10
  • Mini Hulihuli – $10
  • Mini Aloha – $10
  • Mango Otai – $8
  • Watermelon Otai – $7

Mina’s Polynesian Hut – Fish & Chips:

  • Fish & Chips – $13
  • Chicken Tenders – $9
  • Teriyaki Bowl – $10
  • Mango Float – $8
  • Strawberry Float – $8
  • Spam Musubi – $4
  • Fries – $7
  • Fried Musubi – $10

Dolly’s Shave Ice:

  • Shave Ice – $6
  • Floats – $4
  • Walking Tacos – $5
  • Chips – $1.25
  • Coke & Sprite – $2.50
  • Water – $2
  • Ice Cream under shave ice – $1.50

Selling Vendors (Grass space near Kiosk Double Gate):

12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

  1. M & J Shades – Sunglasses
  2. Essence Beauty – Permanent jewelry, charm bar, blind date books
  3. Vibrant Silence – T-shirt bar

Open Plunge will go until 8:30 PM

📅 Event Details

Date: Friday, August 1st
Time: 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: South Grass Space at Kearns Oquirrh Park Fitness Center

🎟️ Admission

  • Youth (ages 3–17): $6.00
  • Adults (ages 18–61): $8.00
  • Seniors (62+): $6.00
  • Members: FREE

🌺 What to Expect

  • Live cultural music and dance performances
  • Family-friendly games and activities
  • Local food and craft vendors
  • Swimming and splash fun
  • A community celebration of island culture and connection

🎬 Evening Highlight

Wrap up the day under the stars with a special outdoor screening of Moana 2 – bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and island spirit!

Gates open at 8pm, FREE admission, activities until movie at dusk.

Become a Sponsor 
Sponsorship TypeAmountSpots Available
Title$3,0001
Presenting$2,0001
Gold$1,0005
Silver$75010
Bronze$50015

Contact Amy Sharp

Phone: 801-545-4113

Email: asharp@oquirrhrec.gov

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