Tim Vandenack, Standard-Examiner file photo
Union Station in Ogden, photographed Friday, Sept. 15, 2023.
OGDEN — People will have a chance to celebrate the vibrant culture of Ogden — both past and present — this weekend.
Saturday marks the 11th annual Living Heritage Festival at Ogden Union Station from noon to 8 p.m.
This year’s festivities will include artisans and vendors, food trucks and several live performances.
According to an Ogden City press release on this weekend’s events, performers will include:
- “Uintah Elementary Students presenting music, dance, and Kung Fu;
- “Utah Chinese Association presenting a Lion Dance;
- “Highland Peaks Dance Studio, with traditional dance of the Scottish Highlands;
- “Malialole, presenting the dance and traditions of Polynesia including fire dancers;
- “Weber State University Ballet Folklorico, with WSU students showcasing Mexican folk dancing;
- “Tutulli Ballet Folklorico, Ogden’s own community Mexican folk dance for people of all ages;
- “Music of Chris Dokos, presenting authentic Greek music for over 50 years.”
The release adds that Saturday will celebrate several facets of the city’s history.
“The Union Station’s Living Heritage festival ties together May 10th as National Train Day with our 40+ year tradition of celebrating the people who built Ogden and its railroad,” the release said. “Currently in its 11th year in this format, the Living Heritage Festival honors our history by celebrating Ogden’s residents and the people who have built our community.”
For more information, visit https://www.ogdencity.gov/1633/Heritage-Festival.
