30 April 2026
250 Things to Do in Davis County
America is turning 250, and Davis County is going big. While the nation reflects on two and a half centuries of liberty and progress, we’re celebrating the local spirit that makes this corner of Utah so special. We’ve rounded up a monumental list of landmarks, flavors, and adventures to help you honor our nation’s milestone all year long. Ready to make some history? Explore our America 250 resources below:
In honor of the Semiquincentennial, we’ve curated the ultimate tribute: 250 ways to experience, explore, and celebrate America’s 250th birthday right here in Davis County. How many can you check off before the fireworks start? Click the button in the slider below to download your personal 250 Checklist! (Print it out, fold it up, and keep it for your next adventure!)
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City Celebrations
1. Clinton Heritage Days: June 8 – 13
2. Syracuse Heritage Days: June 15-20
3. Centerville Freedom Festival: June 25 – July 4
4. North Salt Lake Liberty Fest: July 3
5. Clearfield Freedom Festival: July 4
6. Farmington Festival Days: July 8-12
7. Bountiful Handcart Days: July 24-25
8. South Weber Country Fair: July 31 – Aug 8
Various Locations
9. 4th of July Parades
10. 4th of July Firework Shows
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Annual Events in Davis County
11. May – Art in the Arboretum at USU Botanical Center
12. May- Great Salt Lake Bird Festival
13. May- North Salt Lake Kite Festival
14. July- Antelope by Moonlight Bike Ride
15. July – Layton City Electric Light Parade
16. July – Layton FEST
17. August – Spider Fest
18. August- Davis Agricultural Heritage Center’s Summer Fun Fest
19. September – Scarecrow Walk USU Botanical Center
20. September – Ride Valhalla
21. October- Bison Roundup
22. November – Layton Veterans Day Parade
23. December – Reindeer Express
24. December – Breakfast with Santa at Davis Conference Center
Dates Vary
25. Bountiful Chalk Art Festival
26. Davis County Pride Festival
27. Participate in a 5k
28. Visit a Farmer’s Market
29. West Bountiful Car Show
30. Easter Egg Hunts
31. Pumpkin Patches
32. Tree Lighting Ceremonies
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Attractions
Antelope Island
33. Camp at Bridger Bay Campground
34. Camp at White Rock Bay Campground
35. Drive the causeway
36. E-Bike around Antelope Island
37. Eat at the Island Buffalo Grill
38. Go birdwatching
39. Go horseback riding
40. Hike Buffalo Point Trail
41. Hike Dooly Knob
42. Hike Split Rock loop
43. Hike to the Frary Peak Summit
44. Join a Dark Sky Party with the Ogden Astronomical Society
45. Photograph Wildlife at “Camera Flats”
46. See the Bison Herd
47. See the Milky Way at night
48. Spot the Pronghorn Antelope
49. Tour the Fielding Garr Ranch
50. Visit the Archery Range
51. Visit the Visitor Center (Summer 2026)
52. Watch a movie on Antelope Island’s 3D Giant Screen Theater (opening spring 2026)
53. Watch the sunset on Antelope Island
54. Boondocks – Bumper Boats
55. Boondocks – Ropes Course
56. Boondocks- Arcade
57. Boondocks- Batting Cages
58. Boondocks- Go Karts
59. Boondocks- Mini golf
60. Cherry Hill- Mini Golf
61. Cherry Hill- RV Park
62. Cherry Hill- Scary Hill
63. Cherry Hill- Water Park
64. Classic Fun Center- Arcade
65. Classic Fun Center- Bounce Zone
66. Classic Fun Center- Laser Tag
67. Classic Fun Center- Skating
68. FatCats- Arcade
69. FatCats- Bowling
70. FatCats- Movie Theater
71. Lagoon- Biergarten
72. Lagoon- Frightmares in Fall
73. Lagoon- Lagoon a Beach
74. Lagoon- Pioneer Village
75. Lagoon- rides at Lagoon Amusement Park
76. Lagoon- RV Park
77. The Rush Funplex- Bowling
78. The Rush Funplex- Go Karts
79. The Rush Funplex- Laser Tag
80. The Rush Funplex- Mini Golf
81. The Rush Funplex- Roller Skating
82. Discovery Cove Indoor Playground
83. Eccles Wildlife Education Center
84. Layton Aquarium & Wildlife
85. USU Botanical Center
86. Antelope BMX
87. Cross E Ranch
88. Day Farms
89. Dibble Farms
90. Pack Farms
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Arts & Culture
91. Bountiful History Museum
92. Farmington Historical Museum
93. Hill Aerospace Museum
94. Layton Heritage Museum
95. Syracuse Regional Museum
96. The Whitaker Museum
97. 9-11 Memorial at USU Botanical Center
98. Bountiful Veterans Park
99. Clinton Veterans Park
100. Davis County Memorial Courthouse
101. Elmer J. Criddle Memorial
102. Flag Rock Memorial
103. Freedom Hills Park
104. Layton City Vietnam Memorial
105. U.S. Army Ranger and Air Force Memorial
106. West Point Military Memorial
107. Tour historic homes
108. Visit Bountiful Davis Art Center
109. Summer Concert at Kenley Amphitheater
110. See a show at the CenterPoint Legacy Theatre
111. See a show at the Hopebox Theatre
112. See a show at On Pitch Performing Arts
113. Salty Clay Art and Pottery Studio
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Activities
114. Attend an event at Western Sports Park
115. Attend Cinebites at Warehouse 22
116. Bowling at Bountiful Bowl
117. Bowling at Davis Lanes
118. Complete an escape room at Great Room Escape
119. Drive Farmington Canyon Scenic Road
120. Drive Great Salt Lake Legacy Parkway Scenic Byway
121. Game at Main Street Arcade
122. Go Birdwatching at Farmington Bay
123. Go camping
124. Go fly fishing in the Weber River
125. Go Geocaching
126. Go Horseback riding
127. Go Mountain Biking
128. Go on a Bike ride
129. Go Rock climbing
130. Golf at Bountiful Ridge Golf Club
131. Golf at Crane Field
132. Golf at Davis Park Golf Course
133. Golf at Eaglewood Golf Course
134. Golf at Glen Eagle Golf Club
135. Golf at Lakeside Golf Course
136. Golf at Schneiter’s Bluff
137. Golf at Sun Hills Golf Course
138. Golf at Valley View
139. Ice Skate at South Davis Recreation Center
140. Ice Skate the Bountiful Ice Ribbon
141. Paddleboard Andy Adams Reservoir
142. Paddleboard Bountiful Pond
143. Paddleboard on the Great Salt Lake
144. Play Pickleball at The Kitchen
145. Play Volleyball at SandBar in North Salt Lake
146. Ride a Side-by-side or dirtbike
147. See a Movie at AMC Layton Hills 9
148. See a Movie at Cinemark Farmington at Station Park
149. See a Movie at Cinemark Layton
150. See a Movie at Megaplex Theaters at Legacy Crossing
151. See a Movie at the Kaysville Theater
152. See a Movie at UEC Syracuse Stadium 6
153. Shop at Layton Hills Mall
154. Shop at Station Park
155. Stay in a cabin at Riverside RV
156. Swim at Clearfield Aquatic Center
157. Swim at Farmington City Swimming Pool
158. Swim at Layton City Surf’n Swim
159. Swim at South Davis Recreation Center
160. Syracuse Island Splash Pad
161. Take a Bungee class at All Fit Bungee
162. Take a class at Sabone Kitchen
163. Take a cooking class with Harmon’s
164. Take a Mrs. Cavanaugh’s Factory Tour
165. Throw Axes at Axe N Smash- Layton
166. Visit a Library
167. Visit Food Trucks
168. Visit J&J Gardens
169. Walk Bountiful Main Street
170. Watch sunset over Great Salt Lake
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Trails
171. Adams Canyon Waterfall
172. Andy Adams Reservoir
173. Bair Creek Trail
174. Banard Creek Trail
175. Bonneville Shoreline Trail
176. Bountiful pond
177. Buffalo Ranch Trail
178. Clinton Pond Park
179. Creekside Park Playground
180. Denver and Rio Grande Western Rail Trail
181. Deuel Creek
182. East Mountain Wilderness Park
183. Farmington Canyon trails
184. Farmington Creek Trail
185. Farmington Pond
186. Flag Rock Trail
187. Foxboro Hollow Trail
188. Freedom Hills Park
189. Fruit Heights Mountain Bike trail (fruit loops)
190. Great Salt Lake Shorelands Preserve
191. Hobbs Reservoir
192. Holbrook Canyon Trail
193. Holmes Reservoir
194. Indian Princess Grave Trail
195. Island View Park
196. Jensen Nature Park
197. Kay’s Creek Trail
198. Layton commons Park (duck pond)
199. Legacy Nature Preserve
200. Legacy Park (Splash pads)
201. Legacy Parkway Trail
202. Mabey Fishing Pond
203. Mueller Park Trail
204. North Canyon
205. North Cottonwood Commons Park
206. Parrish Creek Trail
207. Steed Park
208. The Grotto in Hornet Canyon
209. Thurston Peak
210. Wild Rose Trails
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Food
211. Annie’s Cafe: Sweet & savory breakfast crêpes.
212.Bartolo’s: Authentic, hand-crafted Italian pasta.
213. Big Bite Breads: Giant Old Fashioned Cinnamon Rolls.
214. Blacksmith Ice Cream: Small-batch, hand-churned artisan flavors.
215. Bonnie & Clyde’s: Massive, custom-built deli sandwiches.
216. Burger Stop: Retro vibes & old-fashioned burgers.
217. Burly Burger: Take “The Brigham” burger challenge.
218. Cafe Sabor: Tex-Mex in a historic train depot.
219. Chonchi’s: Authentic Birria tacos with consommé.
220. Cutler’s Cookies: Legendary soft-frosted sugar cookies.
221. Daily Rise Coffee: Positive energy & organic roasts.
222. Fat Fish: Innovative sushi & Vietnamese Pho.
223. First Watch: Uupscale brunch like the Million Dollar Bacon
224. Garcia’s: Famous bean dip & Tex-Mex.
225. Hug-Hes: Iconic Beer Bread & battered fries.
226. Janet’s Sunshine: Classic “greasy spoon” all-day breakfast.
227. Kitchen 88: Experience “fine dining meets fast casual”
228. Nielsen’s: Thick custard “Concretes” served upside down.
229. Ol’ Skool: ’90s Chicano-style burritos & loaded fries.
230. One Noodle Bar: Steaming bowls of authentic Ramen.
231. Orlando’s: Famous Honey Lime Chicken Flautas.
232. Pace’s Drive Inn: Home of the signature rainbow slush
233. Parson’s Bakery: Bountiful’s famous sugar cookies.
234. Plated Dreams: Instagram-ready pink brunch paradise.
235. Ramblin Roads: Hearty, home-style diner breakfast.
236. Roosters Brewing: Naughty Fries & house Root Beer.
237. Santorini’s: Award-winning Greek on a rooftop.
238. Sill’s Cafe: Famous Utah-style fried scones.
239. Smokin’ Bones BBQ: Real-deal Texas brisket & ribs.
240. Taste of India: Freshly baked naan & lunch buffet.
241. The Bird: Nashville-style hot chicken sandwiches.
242. The Coop: Chic gastropub with chicken & waffles.
243. The Crepery: Quirky sweet and savory crepes.
244. The Mandarin: High-end Chinese in a garden setting.
245. Ti Amo Pizza: Authentic wood-fired Neapolitan slices.
246. Twigs Bistro: Truffle fries by the fountains.
247. Vito’s: The county’s #1 Philly Cheesesteak.
248. Waffle Stop: Authentic Salvadorean pupusas & waffles.
249. Wedgie’s: Signature folded pizza-dough sandwiches.
250. Weller’s Bistro: Schnitzel & beer in a German garden.
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Learn more about Davis County!
Amusement Centers
With the most amusement centers in a single destination, discover Davis’ full profile of fun centers. Feel the exhilarating rush of a roller coaster plummeting down a steep drop, the awe-inspiring wonder of swimming with stingrays or the joyful anticipation of trying to hit the jackpot at the arcade.
Antelope Island State Park
Take in the peach-washed sky reflecting in the Great Salt Lake as the sun peaks over the horizon from Antelope Island State Park. Multiple trails wind around the island, each fully immersing you in nature’s wonders including sights of the majestic herds of wild bison that populate the state park.
Arts & Culture
Grasp the edge of your seat as you get carried away in a theatrical tale taking center stage. View the rich history that brought Davis to life. Wander through galleries be-decked with art installations. Learn the stories of those who served our country. Enriching experiences are awaiting you.
Shopping
Spend the day on a well-deserved shopping spree! With premier shopping centers that are home to classic retail favorites and local specialties, find those pieces that call your name ready to be taken home.
Where to Eat
Davis County has over 400 restaurants for you to choose from. No matter what you are craving, there is sure to be something to satisfy the craving.
Golf
Grab your clubs and tee off at one of several highly-ranked golf courses. Also featured in national golf publications, Discover Davis is home to 10 beautiful golf courses — nine public courses and one private country club. On the green, find stunning views of the Great Salt Lake or the Wasatch Mountains. A day spent at any of these golf courses is a hole-in-one.
Outdoors
Surrounded by the world-famous Great Salt Lake and the majestic Wasatch Mountains, Davis is an outdoor oasis. Miles upon miles of trails are ready to be traversed by mountain bike, hike or ATV.
Family Entertainment
In Utah’s Amusement Capital, family fun is never one and done. Families and friends continue coming to Davis to explore and discover the activities, arts and adventures that create the best memories
