Calendar of Events
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Critter Friends Camp
July 7th - 10th
9am - 1pm (Elementary)
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Is your camper a bug or animal enthusiast? Critter Friends invites kids to explore, observe and learn about the important roles of animals and insects that help the garden grow. From investigating worms deep in the garden soil to observing birds and their nests in the trees above the gardens, campers will learn that critter friends are all around us!
Critter Friends Camp is only four days (Tues-Friday).
Dinner in the Garden
Dinner in the Garden with Hill’s Kitchen
Thursday, July 9th, 6:00 pm MDT
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Join us for an evening centered around the best of the harvest, featuring thoughtfully crafted dishes made with fresh local produce and peak-season ingredients from nearby farms and purveyors. Enjoy a beautifully curated multi-course dining experience that highlights vibrant summer tastes, from garden-fresh vegetables and sun-ripened fruits to expertly prepared seasonal proteins.
Mystery Garden Camp
July 13th - 17th
9am - 1pm (Elementary)
9am - 12pm (Preschool)
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Ready to become the next Nancy Drew or Sherlock Holmes? In Mystery Garden, campers will become nature detectives - digging, observing, and solving the garden’s hidden secrets. Get ready for a week that invites campers to utilize all of their senses to look beyond and discover the mysteries of nature!
Cacao Workshop
Cacao Workshop
July 14th, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Presented by: Esmeralda Torres and the Lopez Aquino Family of Chiapas, Mexico, and Utah
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Experience a cultural immersion into the Zoque-Maya chocolate-making tradition! Participants will learn the origin and cultural significance of chocolate, use traditional tools to grind cacao beans from farms in Chiapas into chocolate using hands-on processes, and taste traditional chocolate beverages, chocolates, and other recipes. This workshop offers space to reflect on the profound depth of ancestral knowledge and earth-sustaining practices, while examining the vibrant parallels within Utah's diverse communities, where generational wisdom is honored preserving ancestral recipes and traditional food preparation methods.
Class includes all materials and ingredients. Ages 12 and up.
Compost Tea & Fertilizing Class
Thursday, July 16th, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Location: Summit Community Gardens (4056 Shadow Mountain Dr.)
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Learn how to make a super nutrient-rich extract from your compost to nourish the soil and therefore your plants! Applying compost tea and other organic fertilizers can help increase soil microbiology and mycorrhizal networks, help roots maximize their uptake of nutrients, and grow better, bigger, and tastier vegetables.
Arts & Culture Camp
July 20th - 24th
9am - 1pm (Elementary)
9am - 12pm (Preschool)
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Beyond the Garden (optional)
1 - 3pm (Elementary only)
This camp explores nature as art, and how creativity, food, and gardening shape culture locally and around the world. As campers forage and create art with natural materials, they will learn about the history of Park City and Summit County. Through hands-on gardening, cooking from the harvest, daily art and movement, campers will discover how food, land, and culture are deeply connected across communities.
La Milpa Food is Culture
La Milpa Food is Culture
July 22, 2026 | 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Offered during our Arts & Culture camp, and open to other community members, this gathering focuses on the importance of connecting with food, where it comes from, and how we honor the land and the food it produces. There will also be time to share stories and connections with La Milpa. This gathering is in English with Spanish translation. We acknowledge ancestral and current Indigenous practices as we give gratitude to the land. A sample of delicious, traditional food will be offered. Registration is required for this free event.
(Photo Credit: Jonas Wright Photography)
Dinner in the Garden
Pie & Beer Celebration
Friday, July 24th, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Summit Community Gardens
$55 adult (21+ only)
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It’s a pizza picnic with music, mountains, and a bunch of great folks. Celebrate in the Community Garden with the best pizza from Este and Red Banjo Pizza, glorious pies from Auntie Ems Baked Goods — and for the first time, brew from local fave Offset Bier.
Nature Engineers Camp
July 27th - 31st
9am - 1pm (Elementary)
9am - 12pm (Preschool)
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Beyond the Garden (optional)
1 - 3pm (Elementary only)
Nature is constantly constructing the world around us, so what better way for kids to learn about engineering than in a garden? In Nature Engineers, campers will design, build and experiment using natural materials and garden systems. Utilizing their creativity, campers will construct habitats, build irrigation systems, and so much more!
Garden Kitchen: Harvest Edition Camp
Aug 3rd - 7th
9am - 1pm (Elementary)
9am - 12pm (Preschool)
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An exciting week to wrap up the summer and to celebrate the bounties that the gardens provide! Kids will cook a different plant-based recipe each day using ingredients harvested from the garden. This camp will provide a unique opportunity for campers to be involved in the entire cooking process, from soil to fork!
Watercoloring in the Garden with Bridgette
Watercoloring in the Garden with Bridgette Meinhold
Wednesday, August 5th
6-8 pm at the Garden
(4056 Shadow Mountain Drive)
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Join local artist Bridgette Meinhold for an evening of watercolor painting at the Community Gardens. We will learn how to take our time in nature, use our observational skills, and turn those impressions into art. This class takes advantage of the beautiful Community Garden at peak season, with the surrounding mountains as our inspiration. We will explore how to transform what we see in nature into a memorable painting, plus go over supplies and basic watercolor skills. This class is open to all skill levels. All are welcome!
Dinner in the Garden
Dinner in the Garden with Tupelo
Thursday, August 6th
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Join Chef Matthew Harris and Tupelo Park City for an evening where global flavors meet mountain-grown roots, set in the heart of Summit Community Gardens. Tupelo's kitchen has traveled far and wide to learn from small-scale producers, and this menu brings those stories home—smoked sockeye salmon, kimchi-braised farm greens, summer corn with lime and Tajín, and a passion fruit pavlova to finish. Much of what's on your plate is grown close by, sourced from local farms and Tupelo's own micro farm in Midway. Come savor peak summer under the open sky, surrounded by the mountains that make this place unforgettable.
Family Yoga in the Garden
Family Yoga in the Garden
Saturday, August 8, 2026
9:30-10:30 am
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Looking for an activity the whole family can enjoy? You’ve landed on the perfect activity with Randi Jo’s Family Yoga in the Garden. We'll practice yoga poses for all bodies and learn fun mindfulness techniques. Storytelling and coloring too! All ages, sizes and experience levels are welcome (babies to grandparents). Please bring your own mat. This class is offered free or with an optional donation, but registration is required.
Dinner in the Garden
Dinner in the Garden with Shabu
August 20, 2026 | 6-8 pm
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Join us for fabulous freestyle Asian cuisine at our Dinner in the Garden featuring Shabu. Chef Bob Valiaka trained with Nobu Matsihisa of Nobu fame, and matches elevated technique with creative flair. Special thanks to Shabu General Manager Kevin Valaika and his wife Heidi, Community Garden plot holders, for making this connection.
Farm to Fork annual fundraising event
Celebrate the powerful impact of Summit Community Gardens and EATS at our annual Farm to Fork event. It’s an evening of joy, connection and purpose overlooking the breathtaking landscape from the Terrace at the Pendry Park City. Savor delicious food, live music, garden-to-glass cocktails and other libations all in support of helping SCG+EATS build community through food.
La Milpa Harvest
La Milpa Harvest
September 8, 2026 | 5:00 - 7:00 pm
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It is time to harvest! Together, we will gather as a community to harvest La Milpa and other culturally-relevant crops. We acknowledge ancestral and current Indigenous practices fas we recognize all that the land has provided. We hope for a bountiful harvest that allows people to bring some of the harvest home. This gathering will be in Spanish and English. A sample of delicious, traditional food will be offered. Registration is required for this free event. Doors open at 5 pm.; program begins at 5:30.
(Photo Credit: Jonas Wright Photography)
Garden Chefs Camp
June 29th - July 2nd
9am - 1pm (Elementary)
9am - 12pm (Preschool)
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Put on your aprons - it’s time to cook! Garden Chefs invites campers to step into the role of garden-to-table chefs as they harvest fresh ingredients straight from the garden and transform them into simple, kid-friendly recipes. Campers will build confidence in the kitchen while learning basic cooking skills, tasting new foods, and discovering where their food comes from.
Garden Chefs Camp is only four days (Mon-Thurs).
Dinner in the Garden
Dinner in the Garden with Twisted Fern and Loma
Thursday, June 25th
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Adam Ross, chef/owner of two Park City gems for a delightful evening featuring a selection of rustic Italian and creative American dishes. Both restaurants have a signature commitment to local purveyors and seasonality. Live music, a garden tour, and great vibes make this an evening to savor.
Pest & Disease Management Class
Wednesday, June 24th, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Location: Summit Community Gardens (4056 Shadow Mountain Dr.)
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Join us at the Garden for an in-person class! This class will go over pest and disease identification and cover how to deal with those pests - including bugs and rodents - and the common diseases that affect our garden plants, using organic methods and incorporating Integrated Pest Management.
Nature Potion Lab Camp
June 22nd - 26th
9am - 1pm (Elementary)
9am - 12pm (Preschool)
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Get ready for a magical week that invites curious creators and nature lovers to explore the garden in imaginative ways! Using herbs, flowers, and natural materials, campers will mix, mash, pour, and stir their own garden potions, teas, and sensory creations inspired by nature. Through hands-on play, campers will explore the scents, textures, and benefits of different plants while engaging their creativity and senses. This week blends science, exploration, and a little garden magic—perfect for young explorers who love to get their hands messy and have fun!
Garden Chefs & Cycles Camp
June 15th - 19th
9am - 1pm (Elementary)
9am - 1pm (Preschool)
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Put on your aprons - it’s time to cook! Garden Chefs & Cycles invites campers to step into the role of garden-to-table chefs as they harvest fresh ingredients straight from the garden and transform them into simple, kid-friendly recipes. Campers will build confidence in the kitchen while learning basic cooking skills, tasting new foods, and discovering where their food comes from.
Beyond the Garden (elementary)
1pm - 3 pm
A detailed email with all logistics, transportation details, and pickup information will be sent before your camp week begins.
La Milpa Starts
La Milpa Planting Starts
June 8, 2026 | 5:00 - 7:00 pm
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Together, we will gather as a community for La Milpa Planting of the Starts (baby plants) in the Community Garden. With our climate, we must plant these delicate, young plants later in the season. We acknowledge ancestral and current Indigenous practices as we give gratitude to the land and plant culturally-relevant crops that complement La Milpa. This gathering will be in Spanish and English. A sample of delicious, traditional food will be offered. Registration is required for this free event. Doors open at 5 p.m.; program begins at 5:30.
Garden Chefs & Guardians Camp
June 8th - 12th
9am - 1pm (Elementary)
*No preschool camp
Put on your aprons - it’s time to cook! Garden Chefs & Guardians invites campers to step into the role of garden-to-table chefs as they harvest fresh ingredients straight from the garden and transform them into simple, kid-friendly recipes. Campers will build confidence in the kitchen while learning basic cooking skills, tasting new foods, and discovering where their food comes from.
Beyond the Garden (optional)
1pm - 3 pm
A detailed email with all logistics, transportation details, and pickup information will be sent before your camp week begins.
Family Yoga in the Garden
Family Yoga in the Garden
Saturday, June 6, 2026
9:30-10:30 am
Looking for an activity the whole family can enjoy? You’ve landed on the perfect activity with Randi Jo’s Family Yoga in the Garden. We'll practice yoga poses for all bodies and learn fun mindfulness techniques. Storytelling and coloring too! All ages, sizes and experience levels are welcome (babies to grandparents). Please bring your own mat. This class is offered free or with an optional donation, but registration is required.
La Milpa Seeds
La Milpa Planting Seeds - RESCHEDULED FOR JUNE 8TH
May 28, 2026 | 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Together, we will gather as a community for La Milpa Planting of the Seeds in the Community Garden. We acknowledge ancestral and current Indigenous practices from Mesoamerica as we give gratitude to the land and plant seeds for the La Milpa: corn, beans, and squash. This gathering will be in Spanish and English. A sample of delicious, traditional food will be offered. Registration is required for this free event. Doors open at 5 p.m.; program begins at 5:30.
Preparing Your Garden - In Person Class
Thursday, May 14th, 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Location: Summit Community Gardens (4056 Shadow Mountain Dr.)
Join us in the Garden as we share best practices on how to prepare garden plots. We’ll learn about soil amendments, like compost and other organic materials, that can enhance soil fertility. Techniques using broadforks and other tools to loosen soil and prepare it for planting (especially important for our rocky soil) will be demonstrated and everyone will get a chance to try out the tools. We’ll also review some earlier topics, including planting dates, seed sowing & transplanting tips, frost protection, and irrigation best practices.
Garden Opening Celebration
Saturday, May 9th
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Come celebrate the start of the season with us this Saturday, May 9th. Meet fellow gardeners and enjoy light refreshments. All are welcome. Plot holders should plan to attend an orientations at 10:30 or 12:30.
Seed Starting - In Person Class
Seed Starting (in person)
Thursday, April 9th, 6 pm
Location: Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter
Join us to learn all about starting seeds indoors to transplant in your garden once it warms up and the danger of frost is behind us. We will go over how to pick out or create a potting mix, how to plant different types of seeds, water needs, and more.
*Materials will be provided. We will have some seeds to share and feel free to bring your seeds!
Planting Plans & Seed Ordering
Planting Plans & Seed Ordering (virtual)
Thursday, March 19th, 6 pm
This class will help folks understand the terminology around seed buying, including what organic, non-GMO, hybrid, locally adapted, and more mean. We’ll talk about companion planting, crop rotation, seed starting dates, planting quantities, and more as we work to build planting plans and charts for the coming season. I will also recommend seed companies and seed varieties best suited to our high altitude growing environment.
Intro to High Altitude Gardening Part II
High Altitude Gardening Part II (virtual)
Thursday, March 5th, 6 pm
This class is intended for those who have taken the Intro to High Altitude Gardening course or who have gardened in a high altitude setting for a season or longer. There will be a brief review of the basics, followed by more specific information about plant varieties, planting dates and techniques, irrigation needs, soil health principles, and more. Attendees are encouraged to bring their specific gardening questions here for a Q&A session at the end of the class.
Intro to High Altitude Gardening
Intro to High Altitude Gardening (virtual)
Thursday, February 19th, 6 pm
$25
This Intro to High Altitude Gardening class is designed for people interested in learning how to successfully grow vegetables in our short growing season and high desert terrain. We will provide information and tips on how to get the most out of your growing season including discussing which crops can be grown, what is best direct seeded and transplanted, the tools and supplies needed to have a successful garden, and some basics of plant biology and needs.