Northern Utah Living: 3 events to check out this week (April 25-May3)
The Layton Wat Dhammagunaram of Utah Buddhist Temple is inviting the public to its Thai/Lao New Year, Songkran, celebration April 28. This image is from the temple's 2016 celebration. Shown are winners and contestants in the Miss Songkran Pageant.
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- Sariah Reyes kicks off the dance performances at the start of the Cinco de Mayo celebration at the Marshall White Community Center in Ogden on Saturday, May 9, 2015.
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- The Huntsville welcome sign in Ogden Valley on Wednesday, May 15, 2019.
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The Layton Wat Dhammagunaram of Utah Buddhist Temple is inviting the public to its Thai/Lao New Year, Songkran, celebration April 28. This image is from the temple’s 2016 celebration. Shown are winners and contestants in the Miss Songkran Pageant.
The full Northern Utah calendar of events is on L4, but here are three local events you should check out this week:
1. Ogden Cinco de Mayo Festival
Ogden Amphitheater,May 2, noon-7:30 p.m.
The start of May is a chance to gather in Ogden and celebrate Cinco de Mayo. The festival website says: “Cinco de Mayo, meaning “Fifth of May” in Spanish, commemorates the victory of the Mexican army over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. This battle was a pivotal moment in Mexican history, as a small and underprepared Mexican army, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza, defeated a much larger and better-equipped French force. Here in Ogden, we proudly unite to honor this rich cultural tradition, celebrating the resilience, vibrancy, and contributions of the Mexican-American community that continue to inspire and strengthen our city.”
For more information, go to ogdencincodemayofestival.com.
2. Huntsville Grand Prix 7
Huntsville Town Square, May 1-2, 9 a.m.
Get ready for delightful racing fun in Huntsville with the annual Grand Prix. The event website says: “The Huntsville Grand Prix is a yearly CycleKarting event in Huntsville Utah. A Cyclekart is a caricature of a pre-world war II vintage car, or race car built to a certain set of guidelines the real cyclkarters all follow. Each one, built by their drivers to put on quite the show. Often held on the first weekend of May, it Revolves around town square and commonly involves the whole town as they do love us. We’re quite fortunate to be allowed to hold this wonderful event there.”
For more information, go to huntsvillegp.com.
3. Songkran Festival 2026
Wat Dhammagunaram Buddhist temple, Layton, April 25-26, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Learning and experiencing international cultural events can help us understand our neighbors better, which is why going to the annual Songkran Festival in Layton is worth doing. A Utah event website (utahfunactivities.com) says: “The Wat Dhammagunaram of Utah in Layton will host its annual Thai and Lao New Year (Songkran) Festival on Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, 2026. The two-day celebration features merit-making, traditional performances, food, and Buddhist ceremonies, offering a cultural experience for the community.”
For more information, go to laytoncityutah.gov.
