2024 American Fork Steel Days Magazine

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Saturday, July 13

Car Show 1:00 p m to 7:00 p m at Rotary Park

Car Cruise .

Drone Show Activities and Music

. 7:00 p .m to 8:30 p m . at American Fork Main Street

. 7:30 p m at Art Dye Park

Drone Show 9:45 p m at Art Dye Park

Monday, July 15

Golf Tournament 8:00 a m at Fox Hollow Golf Club

Mario Kart Tournament

. 4:00 p .m . at the American Fork Senior Center

Opening Ceremonies and Kickoff Concert 6:30 p m at Quail Cove Amphitheater

Tuesday, July 16

Pickleball Tournament 6:00 a m , 9:30 a m , 6:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Art Show .

Kids Splash Night

. 10:00 a m

to 9:00 p .m at the American Fork Library

. . . . . 4:00 p m . to 8:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Horseshoe Tournament 5:30 p m at Rotary Park

Wiffle Ball Tournament .

. . . 6:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Cardio Party - Free Zumba 6:30 p m to 7:30 p m in the Fitness Center parking lot

Cardio Party - Free High Fitness

. . 7:30 p .m . to 8:30 p m in the Fitness Center parking lot

Cardio Party - Free Yoga . . . . 8:30 p m . to 9:30 p .m . at Pony Baseball Field (across the parking lot from the Fitness Center)

Wednesday, July 17

Pickleball Tournament

. 6:00 a m , 9:30 a .m ., 6:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Art Show 10:00 a m to 9:00 p m at the American Fork Library

Discount Swim Day .

. 12:00 p m to 8:00 p .m at the American Fork Fitness Center

Kickball Tournament 6:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Carnival

Teen Pool Party

Thursday, July 18

Pickleball Tournament

. . 6:00 p .m to 10:30 p m at Art Dye Park

. 8:30 p m to 10:30 p m at American Fork Fitness Center

. . 6:00 a m , 9:30 a .m ., 6:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Quilt Show 10:00 a m to 7:00 p m at the Senior Center

Art Show

. 10:00 a m . to 9:00 p .m at the American Fork Library

Tea with the Queen 1:00 p m to 2:30 p m at Northampton House

Carnival

Art Show Reception & Awards

. . 4:00 p .m to 10:30 p m at Art Dye Park

. . 6:00 p m . at Robinson Park

Cornhole Tournament 7:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Guns vs Hoses Home Run Derby

Guns vs Hoses Softball Game

Friday, July 19

. 7:00 p m at Art Dye Park

. 8:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Pickleball Tournament 6:00 a m , 6:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Art Show

Quilt Show

10:00 a m to 6:00 p .m at the American Fork Library

. . 10:00 a m . to 7:00 p m at the Senior Center Carnival 10:00 a m to 10:30 p m at Art Dye Park

Garden Tour

Food and Vendor Market

4:00 p .m . to 9:00 p m . at various locations (see schedule on Garden Tour page)

. 4:00 p .m to 10:30 p m at Art Dye Park

American Fork’s Got Talent 6:00 p m to 9:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Cornhole Tournament

Movie in the Park

Saturday, July 20

. 7:00 p .m at Art Dye Park

Dusk (9:30 p m ) at Art Dye Park

Marching Band Breakfast 6:30 a m to 9:00 a m in the Macey’s parking lot

Steel Days Run 5K/10K/Kids Race

Grand Parade

. 7:00 a .m at the Fire Station

. 9:00 a .m at Main Street and 100 E

Quilt Show 10:00 a m to 4:00 p m at the Senior Center

Carnival

Art Show .

Garden Tour

Live Entertainment

. 10:00 a .m to 10:30 p m at Art Dye Park

12:00 p m to 3:00 p .m at the American Fork Library

. 12:00 p .m . to 5:00 p m . at various locations (see schedule on Garden Tour page)

. 1:00 p m . to 6:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Food and Vendor Market 1:00 p m to 10:30 p m at Art Dye Park

Steel Days Fair

Big Show Opening Act

4:00 p m . to 8:00 p m at Art Dye Park

. 6:30 p m at Art Dye Park

Big Show 8:00 p m at Art Dye Park

Fireworks

10:00 p m at Art Dye Park

As your Mayor, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to Steel Days 2024!

This is one of the most exciting times of the year for our community—a week filled with fun, festivities, and an opportunity for us to come together and celebrate what makes American Fork so special .

Steel Days is a cherished tradition that brings out the best in our city From the vibrant parade to the thrilling carnival rides, there’s something for everyone to enjoy The Steel Days committee and local businesses have once again gone all out to make sure we have an incredible lineup of events, activities, and delicious food

Our community is growing, and it’s events like Steel Days that remind us of the strong, close-knit spirit that makes American Fork such a wonderful place to live It’s a time to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and create lasting memories with our families

I encourage you all to take part in as many activities as you can . Whether it’s cheering on the parade floats, enjoying a concert in the park, or simply taking a moment to appreciate the beauty of our city, there’s no shortage of ways to immerse yourself in the celebration .

Thank you to everyone who has worked so hard to make Steel Days a success this year . Your dedication and passion are

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what keep this tradition alive and thriving I encourage you to take part in the festivities, connect with your neighbors, and support our local vendors . Whether you’re a lifelong resident or a visitor, Steel Days is an opportunity to experience the heart and soul of American Fork City

Here’s to a fantastic Steel Days!

Mayor Brad Frost

This year, we celebrate 79 years since the First Steel Days Celebration!

For over 100 years the city of American Fork has gathered together to celebrate its history, achievements, business community, and residents . This annual celebration is now known as Steel Days, but throughout the years the festivities have also been called Timber Day, Liberty Day, and Poultry Day

TIMBER DAY

Timber Day was an all-day picnic with music, entertainment, and games . It began around 1865 and was held in a grove of trees known as “The Timbers ” Families brought food prepared especially for the occasion, laid it out, and shared it with others There were activities for young and old, with a horseshoe competition, foot races, and ball games . Timber Day was observed until approximately 1904

LIBERTY DAY

Liberty Day had no set date but alternated between July 4 and July 24 to mark the nation’s birth date along with the residents’ pioneer heritage . The picnic in the park continued in Central Park, which is now known as Robinson Park . There was an organized parade with decorated flatbed horse-drawn wagons . When automobiles were introduced, they were decorated and driven from one end of Main Street to the other Until 1910, the city’s roads were dirt and gravel, increasing the challenges of such travels .

There was usually a theme chosen for each year’s celebration In 1925, it honored the various states of the United States There was a baseball game, dance, and fireworks The tradition of shooting off a cannon from the cemetery hill early in the morning marked the start of the day’s events

POULTRY DAY

In July 1927, Poultry Day began with a modest celebration It was expanded in 1928 with a town banquet instead of the previous picnic There was also a parade, ball game, races, carnival, and a program and dance . Mary Pulley was the first Poultry Day Queen During the banquet, a server spilled a pot of hot chocolate in Mary’s lap She simply wiped it up and went on with the day

The Sunrise Salute, or firing the cannon, continued at daybreak There was a free lunch with 10,000 chicken sandwiches served There was a flower show, art show, and an all-day movie showing at the Cameo Theater .

There were no celebrations held during the years of the Depression Poultry Day was held in July 1941, but with the attack on Pearl Harbor in December, all American Fork celebrations were eliminated during the war, with the exception of a small neighborhood party in 1944

Lehi, Pleasant Grove, and Provo . The

parade was presented twice for many years - at 10:00 a .m from 500 West Main Street to 500 East, and then at 6:00 p .m . when the route was reversed

The duration of Steel Days expanded from one day to three days, then four and five days, and eventually to ten days . Currently, Steel Days runs for eight days and includes over 30 events

Vehicles were also an important part of Steel Days history In 1961, the Jaycees (Junior Chamber of Commerce) held a drawing for a Ford Falcon However, it did not prove to be enough of a draw and there was a $1,500 deficit after the ticket sales were tallied The next year, the car was a sporty Thunderbird and ticket sales increased dramatically The evening program featured a singing group from Ogden, “The Osmond Brothers,” complete with Donny, who even then stole the show

In 1963, the city used a smaller approach, calling it “Community Day” It included a pet and hobby show and a short evening program with fireworks Despite its success, there was no celebration in 1964 or 1965 . Civic clubs apparently did not want to take over managing the celebration There were, however, abbreviated queen pageants held

In 1966, a new committee was formed, and it was again a larger celebration that was now held in July . They also resumed using the Steel Days name In the late 1960s, the American Fork Boat Harbor was developed, and boat racing was added to the list of events The “City of Fun” Carnival made its Steel Days debut in 1968

The festivities remained mostly the same for the next several decades, with several of the events being part of the festivities every year and others being added or eliminated . In 2003, events marking the city’s 150th birthday were incorporated into the celebration, even though they were held earlier in the summer

In 2018, the American Fork Chamber of Commerce again became an integral part of the Steel Days celebration when it contracted with American Fork City to manage and operate Steel Days, a role that it has been proud to fulfill since That year,

we added the Kickball Tournament and the Steel Days Scramble Golf Tournament to the event lineup

In 2019, we added Kids Splash Night and the Pickleball Tournament and made the decision to move the carnival to Art Dye Park after it became apparent that it had outgrown its home of 50 years at Robinson Park .

In 2020, during the pandemic, we decided that our community needed a chance to connect and celebrate and held the 75-year anniversary celebration of Steel Days For the first time in the history of American Fork, we brought the parade to the people with a 23 mile route through the city

In 2021, we brought back one of the historical Steel Days events, the Variety Show, and renamed it American Fork’s Got Talent; in 2022, a Cornhole Tournament and Teen Pool Party were added to the festivities .

New Steel Days events for 2023 included a Mario Kart Tournament, Wiffle Ball Tournament, and the Guns vs . Hoses Softball Game We also added a state of the art Drone Show to help kick off the festivities and extended the parade route, almost doubling its length, to accommodate our city’s growing population

In 2024, we are changing the schedule a bit to again include two Saturdays, moving the Car Show, Car Cruise, and Drone Show to July 13, the first day of the Steel Days Celebration Whether Steel Days has been a family tradition for several years or this will be your first time celebrating with us, you are invited to come and enjoy all of the fun that Steel Days has to offer and make some memories of your own!

Sponsored by:

Kerry and Carolyn Hunter

The 2024 American Fork Steel Days Grand Marshals are Kerry and Carolyn Hunter, a couple deeply rooted in the community and known for their outstanding contributions . With a love for the city, experience and dedication in the community, and a passion for service, they have become an inspiration for and made a lasting impact on American Fork throughout their lives

Kerry Hunter, born on June 18th, 1951, in Lehi Hospital, has always been a proud resident of American Fork . He graduated from American Fork High School in 1969 and soon after joined the National Guard Kerry’s commitment to his community was evident as he worked as a custodian at American Fork High and later at Geneva Steel . However, his dedication to serving others extended far beyond his professional life .

For an impressive 32 years, Kerry served as a volunteer fireman, ensuring the safety

and well-being of the community . He was also instrumental in organizing the Memorial Day breakfast for many years, honoring the sacrifices of those who served Kerry’s generosity and compassion were further showcased as he chaired the “Fill The Boot Fundraiser” for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) to support Jerry’s Kids His appearances on television presenting the donated funds highlighted his commitment to making a difference

Even after retiring, Kerry continues to serve his community by selling and repairing appliances for many residents in American Fork In his leisure time, he finds joy in restoring his 1947 antique Studebaker truck, which has earned him multiple awards at car shows

Carolyn Hunter was born on December 13th, 1948, in Ogden, Utah . She has been an integral part of the American Fork community Growing up in Spanish Fork, she graduated from Spanish Fork High School in 1967 and attended LDS Business College . Carolyn worked as a customer service manager for American Fork Smith’s Food and Drug until its closure, demonstrating her commitment to providing excellent service

Carolyn’s dedication to her community is also reflected in her involvement with The

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Alongside Kerry, she has served in various positions within the church and currently assists with baptisms . In her spare time, Carolyn generously helps elderly ladies with their errands, showcasing her kindness and willingness to lend a hand She is also an avid bowler and has been actively participating at Jack and Jill Lanes for many years . Additionally, Carolyn enjoys spending time gardening, nurturing vibrant plants and flowers

Kerry and Carolyn Hunter’s love and commitment to each other are evident in their enduring marriage of 32 years, celebrated on June 5th, 1992 Together, they are proud parents to seven children, grandparents to 27 grandchildren, with 10 great-grandchildren and two more on the way

The remarkable journey of Kerry and Carolyn Hunter showcases the true spirit of community service, dedication, and love for American Fork Their extensive contributions as volunteers, professionals, and family members have left a lasting mark on the community As the 2024 American Fork Steel Days Grand Marshals, Kerry and Carolyn Hunter continue to inspire others to make a difference and serve their community with passion and compassion

Programs & Projects

Programs

The city’s community services department provides opportunities for our residents to have the best quality of life possible. To see all the services and programs we offer, go to americanfork.gov.

Fitness Center

The American Fork Fitness Center is a great place to exercise and includes a pool, track, weights, personal trainers, exercise equipment, and a daycare. Over 20 group fitness classes for all ages are available including Zumba, Yoga, Gymnastics, senior fitness, and so much more!

Recreation Programs

Looking to get involved in sports and recreation in our city? We have over 20 programs available

catering to a variety of hobbies and interests! Summer programs like golf and tennis are underway, and Fall programs like flag football and basketball are coming up for registration soon!

Park Improvements

In 2023, the PARC tax funded in part playground upgrades at Miller and Greenwood Parks, another bathroom by the new dog park at Art Dye, a replacement bathroom at Greenwood, 6 new lit pickleball courts at Hindley Park, in addition to a new bathroom. Thank you residents, for supporting the PARC tax, which helps fund projects like these.

The American Fork Boat Harbor at Utah Lake is getting some exciting new and needed updates starting this year, with the planned completion date set for the spring of 2025. The project includes parking lot and amenity improvements. The project construction is planned to begin August.

Capital Projects

American Fork City is continuing to foster a sense of community and growth! Here are just a few highlights of recent happenings in our city. To learn more about Capital Projects, please visit americanfork.gov/capitalprojects.

PI Metering

In accordance with the 2019 Utah State legislative mandate that all cities meter their secondary water usage, we have been working to install pressurized water (PI) meters on all connections in the City. Currently 95% of all meters have been installed! Metered rates begin in 2025.

200 South

Phase 1 of 200 S. was completed, consisting of a

roundabout at Frontage Road with improvements to about 570 West. More exciting improvements are to come!

American Fork Library

Besides access to 85,000 books and 422,000 downloadable ebooks and audiobooks, the American Fork Library offers our community programs and resources for all ages. Some highlights include summer reading, story time, after-school teen programs, free student tutoring, hotspots, and more!

Boat Harbor

Saturday, July 13

American Fork High School 7:00 PM

As my year of serving as Miss American Fork comes to an end, I am overflowing with gratitude and love for my hometown . I was the little girl who insisted on wearing a sparkly Belle dress and uncomfortable glass slipper heels in Disneyland, despite the blisters they gave me To say that being a real-life princess has been a dream of mine for as long as I can remember is an understatement . Seeing this dream turn into a reality has been nothing short of incredible .

From participating in Steel Days events to becoming a certified CPR instructor and graduating from nursing school debt-free, I have had so many amazing opportunities because of the Miss America Organization One of the greatest privileges I had during my year was traveling to Washington, D .C . to advocate for my service initiative, “The Red Heart Project ” I had the opportunity to speak with national legislators from Utah about passing the HEARTS Act and Access to AEDs Act . Both aim to implement cardiac emergency response plans, AED equipment, and CPR education in all K-12 schools This is just one of the many times that my title has helped me to launch my service initiative, and for that, I am incredibly thankful and humbled .

Another memorable event from this year was touring the Harrington Building with my grandmother Growing up, she told me stories of her elementary school days at Harrington As we walked through the building, she shared countless more stories about her time there as a young girl It was such a unique and

special experience that I got to share with her I could go on for hours talking about events from this past year, but the last I would like to share is the renaming of Mountain Meadow Park to Monarch Park It was inspiring to see a class of elementary school kids pushing for the preservation of monarch butterflies in our city I remember raising monarchs in my kindergarten class and seeing many of these beautiful creatures throughout American Fork as I grew up . It’s also not everyday you get a butterfly named after you

I am extremely grateful to the city of American Fork, especially Mayor Frost, and to the many others who made all these experiences possible My biggest takeaway from this year is that what is meant for you will not pass you by I will soon end a chapter that has been filled with unforgettable memories, challenges overcome, and triumphs celebrated . It is a moment that marks both an end and a beginning—the end of serving as Miss American Fork, but the beginning of new adventures and new opportunities

Miss American Fork 2023

78th Annual

Miss American Fork Pageant

The Miss American Fork Pageant will be held July 13 at 7:00 p .m . at American Fork High School (510 N . Caveman Blvd) Come and see 12 of American Fork’s fabulous young women compete for a $3,000 scholarship!

The evening will include amazing talent, elegant evening wear, and on stage questions . It will be an exciting night that you won’t want to miss!

Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online or at the door Children ages 3 and up need a ticket

About Shaye

Shaye Johnson is a born and raised fifth generation resident of American Fork Shaye earned her Associates Degree in General Studies at Utah Tech University and just recently graduated from Utah Valley University with her Nursing Degree Shaye is an advocate for CPR preparedness and works to inspire others to pursue their passions and to make a change in their communities . She was extremely proud to represent the city of American Fork in the Miss Utah Scholarship Competition just recently Shaye will begin working as a Registered Nurse on the cardiovascular unit at the St . George Regional Hospital this summer with plans to continue her schooling to become a Nurse Practitioner specializing in cardiology

Shaye Johnson

THE MEADOWS

car show & Car cruise

Saturday, July 13 Rotary Park

Car Show Sponsored by:

Car Cruise

Sponsored by:

Registration Sponsored by:

DJ Sponsored by:

John’s Towing

Vendor Expo Sponsored by:

Tri-Phase Electric

Awards Sponsored by:

Tunex, Olive Garden, & Farmers Insurance

- Larry Cardon

Saturday, July 13 Main Street

Start your engines and come check out some hot rods and sweet rides at the 2024 Steel Days Car Show Admission to view the cars at the Car Show is FREE This event will be held on Saturday, July 13 from 1:00 p m to 7:00 p m at Rotary Park (400 S 200 E ) If you are interested in showing a car in the Car Show, please arrive at Rotary Park on the morning of the 13th where you will be able to register for the event The fee to display a car in the Car Show is $20 per vehicle and includes a t-shirt ($10 for each additional vehicle from the same owner)

The Car Cruise will begin at 7:00 p .m . and go until 8:30 p .m on Saturday, July 13 The Car Show entrants will have the opportunity to showcase their cars as they drive up and down Historic Main Street in American Fork . Please note that you MUST be a participant in the Car Show and MUST have a sticker to participate in the Car Cruise Viewing of the cars is FREE

drone show

Saturday, July 13 Art Dye Park Free 7:30-10:00 PM

drone Show

Sponsored by:

Face Painting and Balloon Twisting Sponsored by: Smile Perfect Orthodontics

Airbrush Tattoos and Henna Tattoos Sponsored by: Gandolfo’s

On Saturday, July 13 after the Car Show and Cruise, we invite everyone to join us at Art Dye Park (1000 N 550 E ) to experience the second annual Steel Days Drone Show! Come watch a state of the art display made up of 150 drones light up the air with fun patterns and shapes Beginning at 7:30 p m , there will be activities for families, including face painting, airbrush tattoos, henna tattoos, and a balloon twister, so bring blankets or lawn chairs to hang out in the park while you wait for the show to start The Drone Show will begin at approximately 9:45 p m and will last about 15 minutes

steel days Scramble

Join us for the eighth annual Steel Days Scramble! It will be held on Monday, July 15 with a shotgun start at 8:00 a .m . at Fox Hollow Golf Club (1400 N . 200 E .) . Check-in is from 7:00-8:00 a m and the driving range will be free to use . Lunch will be provided

Fox Hollow is one of the premiere golf courses in Utah and we are lucky enough to have it right in our backyard . Enjoy an amazing day with a chance to win some great prizes Please note that all registrations are final and NO REFUNDS will be issued

mario kart tournament

Monday, July 15

tournament

Sponsored by:

Prizes Sponsored by: Purple Turtle

American Fork Senior Center 4:00 PM

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH AMERICAN FORK RECREATION

The Mario Kart Tournament will be held on Monday, July 15 at 4:00 p .m at the American Fork Senior Center (54 E . Main St ) This event is for the whole family, and anyone 5 years old and older can participate .

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 12 at 5:00 p m

REGISTRATION FEE: $15 per person

opening ceremonies & CONCERT

Monday, July 15 Quail

Opening Ceremonies

Sponsored by:

Concert

Sponsored by:

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE AMERICAN FORK SYMPHONY & WASATCH MUSIC ALLIANCE

Join us for the official Opening Ceremonies as we kick off the 2024 Steel Days celebration! The ceremonies will begin at 6:30 p m on Monday, July 15 in the outdoor Amphitheater at Quail Cove Park (851 E 700 N ) with the Posting of the Colors, the Pledge of Allegiance, and Taps by the Timpanogos Honor Guard The Opening Ceremonies will be followed by the American Fork Symphony and Wasatch Show Band musical celebration concert at 7:00 p m

Pickleball tournament

Tuesday, July 16 to Friday, July 19 Art Dye Park Times Vary tournament

Sponsored by:

Prizes Sponsored by: Recover Spine and Sport

REGISTRATION

DEADLINE: July 12 at 5:00 p .m

REGISTRATION FEE: $30 per team

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH AMERICAN FORK RECREATION

Join us for our sixth annual Steel Days Pickleball Tournament! This tournament fills up quickly every year so be sure to register early .

Pickleball has become one of the most popular sports in the country . It is described as a mix of ping-pong, tennis, and badminton that is played on a small tennis court with a large paddle and a ball similar to a Wiffle Ball . The four-day Steel Days Pickleball Tournament will go from Tuesday, July 16 to Friday, July 19 at the Pickleball courts at Art Dye Park (1000 N 550 E )

PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT RULES

• All groups are doubles (One team registration includes a registration for two players and swag bags for each participant)

• Ages 12 & up

• Division Level is determined by the level of the highest ranked player on the team . To determine your division, go to usapa org

• Time slots with multiple skill level divisions will not have interdivision play unless there are not at least five teams

• The tournament will be played in a round-robin format with each team playing at least 4 games, and the winner will be determined by overall record, head to head record, and point differential

• Onyx pickleballs will be used for tournament play

• Awards will be given for the top 3 teams in each division

• The complete list of rules is available @ www .afcity org/recreation

art show & awards

Tuesday, July 16 to Saturday, July

show

Sponsored by:

awards Sponsored by: Chick fil A

REGISTRATION

DEADLINE: July 12 at Midnight

ENTRY FEE:

Adults: $10 per entry Youth: $5 per entry

MEDIA CATEGORIES, REGISTRATION, ETC.

Go to steeldaysaf com/ art-show html

20 American Fork Library

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE TIMPANOGOS ARTS FOUNDATION & TIMPANOGOS VISUAL ARTS

Come and see the amazing artistic talent in our community at this year’s Steel Days Art Show The 2024 Art Show will be exhibited at the American Fork Library (64 S . 100 E ) from Tuesday, July 16 to Saturday, July 20 All local artists are invited to showcase their artwork and attending the Art Show is FREE TO THE PUBLIC!

ART SHOW SCHEDULE

Location: AF Libarary unless otherwise noted

Art Registration Online: Now through Friday, July 12

Art Drop-Off:

Monday, July 15 from 3:00 p m - 5:00 p m

Art Show Open:

Tuesday, July 16 from 10:00 a .m - 9:00 p m

Art Show Open:

Wednesday, July 17 from 10:00 a .m . - 9:00 p m

Art Show Open:

Thursday, July 18 from 10:00 a .m . - 9:00 p m

Artist Reception & Awards:

Thursday, July 18 from 6:00 p m at Robinson Park, 100 E Main St

Art Show Open:

Friday, July 19 from 10:00 a m - 6:00 p .m .

Art Show Open: Saturday, July 20 from 12:00 p m - 3:00 p .m

Art Pick-Up: Saturday, July 20 from 3:00 p .m . - 5:00 p m

AGE DIVISIONS

Youth

• High School (ages 15-18)

• Junior High (ages 12-14)

• Intermediate (ages 9-11)

• Primary (ages 6-8)

• Kindergarten/Preschool (ages 3-5)

Adult

• Experienced (professional artists with at least 5 years of experience)

• Novice (beginning artists)

ART ENTRY RULES

• All 2-D artwork in youth and adult divisions must be framed with a wire hanger on the back Any entry that does not have a wire hanger will be disqualified to enter the show and the entry fee will be forfeited

• All artwork on paper must be matted and covered with glass

• Artwork must not exceed 30x40 inches

• Entries must not exceed 15 pounds

• All 3-D and Conceptual Artwork should be self-standing or ready to hang

• All artwork must be stable

• Artwork must not exceed 36x72x36 inches

AWARDS

Local artists in the community will select the art for awards Entries in the Youth and Adult Divisions may be awarded first, second, and third place ribbons with small cash awards in each category Honorable mention awards may also be given SPECIAL AWARDS ARE:

• Best of Show

• Mayor’s Choice

• Chamber of Commerce’s Choice

• Friends of the Library’s Choice

• Timpanogos Arts Foundation’s Choice

kids splash night

Tuesday, July 16 Art Dye Park Free 4:00-8:00 PM

splash night

Sponsored by:

bounce Houses Sponsored by: Kids Dental Home

Fire Truck

Sponsored by:

ServPro North Utah County

Bring your family to Art Dye Park (1000 N . 550 E .) on Tuesday, July 16 from 4:00 p m to 8:00 p .m . for our sixth annual Kids Splash Night! We will have a fire truck from the American Fork Fire & Rescue, wet bounce houses, a foam pit, a dunk tank, some sprinklers for kids to run through, and some water games to keep the kids cool during the hot, July afternoon . There will also be a vendor market that will include several food trucks/vendors offering all types of delicious food and drinks

Horseshoe Tournament

Tuesday, July 16 Rotary Park 5:30 PM

tournament Sponsored by:

REGISTRATION FEE:

$5 per participant

PLAYER AGE: 8 or older

The Horseshoe Tournament is one of the longest-running Steel Days events! It will be held on Tuesday, July 16 at 5:30 p m at Rotary Park, (400 S 200 E ) The cost is $5 per participant, and the tournament is open to anyone ages 8 years and older For questions regarding the tournament, call Roy at 801-367-9878

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Wiffle Ball Tournament

Tuesday, July 16 Art Dye Park 6:00 PM

tournament

Sponsored by:

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 12 at 5:00 p .m

REGISTRATION FEE:

$100 per team

TEAM RULES:

Teams of 5 players All players must be 12 or older

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH AMERICAN FORK RECREATION

Join us for the second annual Steel Days Wiffle Ball Tournament! The tournament will be held on Tuesday, July 16 at 6:00 p .m . at Art Dye Park (1000 N 550 E ) Each team is made up of 5 players and players must be 12 years old or older

cardio party

Tuesday, July 16

zumba sponsored by:

high fitness sponsored by: yoga sponsored by:

American Fork Fitness Center Free

The American Fork Fitness Center (454 N Center St ) is offering three FREE classes on Tuesday, July 16 as part of this year’s Steel Days Cardio Party celebration: Zumba, High Fitness, and Yoga! Zumba and High Fitness will be held in the north parking lot of the Fitness Center, and Yoga will be held on the grassy area across from the Fitness Center parking lot

The American Fork Fitness Center (454 N Center St ) is excited to offer a special Steel Days discounted rate for the pool on Wednesday, July 17 from 12:00 p m . to 8:00 p m It will cost just $2 00 per person to gain access to the diving boards, water slide, lazy river, and kids’ water playground

Kickball Tournament

Wednesday, July 17 Art Dye Park 6:00 PM

tournament

Sponsored by:

awards Sponsored by: Beany’s To Go

REGISTRATION

DEADLINE: July 12 at 5:00 p m

REGISTRATION FEE:

$125 per team

TEAM RULES:

Teams of up to 16 players

Youngest players must be entering the 10th grade

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH AMERICAN FORK RECREATION

The seventh annual co-ed Kickball Tournament will be on Wednesday, July 17 starting at 6:00 p m , and it will continue until there is a clear winner, even if that isn’t until midnight Games will be played on the softball fields at Art Dye Park (1000 N 550 E ) A mandatory coaches meeting will be held at 5:15 p .m . at the scorekeepers tower . Each team can have up to 16 players (4 or more of the 8 players in the field must be women and you cannot have more men kick than women), and registration will be limited to 20 teams The youngest players must be entering the 10th grade this coming school year, and there is a minimum 3-game guarantee for each team Teams must provide their own uniforms The schedule for the tournament will be posted on July 16 by 5:00 p m

carnival

Wednesday, July 17-Saturday, July 20 Art Dye Park carnival

Sponsored by:

The Lou Melendez family owns and operates the City of Fun Carnival, which appears in American Fork every year during Steel Days . People who attend the carnival may not know of its origins, so close to home In 1968, they had an empty week in their schedule and approached American Fork, proposing a celebration in which the city would sell the tickets for 15 cents instead of the going rate of 25 cents All rides would take one ticket per ride all three days of the carnival’s run

American Fork accepted and the carnival is still a part of Steel Days today . At other towns, the carnival offers dollar day on opening day only The prices have increased according to the expenses, but in American Fork the rides only require one ticket each if purchased as part of the SteelDeal promotion .

CARNIVAL HOURS

Wednesday, July 17: 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 18: 4:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Friday, July 19: 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 20: 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

SteelDeal

Tickets

Increase the family fun by purchasing SteelDeal tickets during the few weeks leading up to the Steel Days celebration These tickets cost $1 .00 each and allow visitors to present one ticket for any ride at the carnival (even if the ride sign says four tickets) SteelDeal tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE.

Online Carnival Ticket Purchases

steeldaysaf.com/carnival.html

SteelDeal tickets may be purchased online from Sunday, June 23 until Wednesday, July 17 at 6:00 p .m (or until sold out) The tickets are available in increments of 25 and up to 200 tickets may be purchased per order Online tickets can be picked up at the City Administration Building (51 E . Main St ) on the following business day after purchase during regular business hours (excluding holidays) beginning Tuesday, June 25 and must be picked up by 4:00 p m on Friday, July 19

In-Person Carnival Ticket Purchases

You can purchase SteelDeal tickets at any of the businesses listed below from Monday, June 24 to Wednesday July 17 at 6:00 p m (or until sold out) No checks or credit cards will be accepted at the retail locations - CASH ONLY.

• Altabank (33 E Main St .)

• American Fork City Administration Building (51 E Main St )

• American Fork Library (64 S 100 E )

• Macey’s (135 E Main St )

• Taylor Drug (76 N . 1100 E )

teen pool party

Wednesday, July 17 AF Fitness Center 8:30 PM $2/person

PARTY

Sponsored by:

Belly Flop Contest Sponsored by: Jurassic Tacos

Snacks Sponsored by: Avenue Bakery

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE AMERICAN FORK FITNESS CENTER

On Wednesday, July 17 from 8:30 p m to 10:30 p m there will be a pool party just for teens at the American Fork Fitness Center (454 N Center St .) . The cost is $2 per teen, and there will be music, games, competitions, giveaways, and lots of FUN!

quilt show

Thursday, July 18-Saturday, July 20 AF Senior Center Free

SHOW

Sponsored by:

EXHIBITOR SCHEDULE

Online Registration Deadline: July 8 at 12:00 p m

In-person Registration: July 8 at 8:00 p m .

Quilt Drop Off: July 9 from 7:00-9:00 p m

Quilt Pick Up: July 20 from 5:00-5:30 p .m .

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE NEW FRIENDS QUILT CIRCLE

This year marks the 34th anniversary of the Steel Days Quilt Show . The theme for this year’s show is, “I Did it my Way!” The Quilt Show is conducted by members of the New Friends Quilt Circle as a community service project, but anyone is permitted to enter their quilts in the show They put in countless hours to showcase some of the greatest quilting talents and masterpieces in our community

This free event showcases the works of local quilting artists, and the public votes on their favorite quilts Several awards are given, including the Utah Quilt Guild’s Best of Show Award

Hours of the Quilt Show exhibit are Thursday and Friday, July 18 and 19, from 10:00 a .m to 7:00 p .m . and Saturday, July 20, from 10:00 a .m . to 4:00 p m

Thursday, July 18 Northampton House

Sponsored by:

Refreshments

Sponsored by:

The newly crowned Miss American Fork will host the ladies and lords of the land for tea (punch) during the Tea with the Queen event on Thursday, July 18 from 1:00 p m to 2:30 p m This year the event will be held at Northampton House (198 W 300 N ) Refreshments will be served

The cost is $10 per person, and anyone who is attending needs to register (including adults!) so that we can get an accurate count . Those wishing to attend need to pre-register by Wednesday, July 17 event

Crisp Catering

Dressing up in your favorite royal attire is encouraged . There will be a variety of activities to enjoy, plenty of photo opportunities, and every young lady and gentleman who attends will receive a party favor

cornhole tournament

Thursday, July 18 & Friday, July 19 Art Dye Park 7:00 PM

tournament

Sponsored by:

Prizes

Sponsored by: Chubby’s

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 12 at 5:00 p .m .

REGISTRATION FEE: $30 per team

COMPETITIVE: Thursday, July 18

RECREATION: Friday, July 19

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH AMERICAN FORK RECREATION

There are two divisions for this year’s Steel Days Cornhole Tournament! The tournament will be held on Thursday, July 18 and Friday, July 19 at 7:00 p m at Art Dye Park (1000 N 550 E ) If you have a strong competitive nature, then register for the Thursday tournament, and if you just want to have fun, then join us for Friday’s tournament . All teams will be doubles and can be men’s, women’s, or mixed Players must be at least 16 years old, and there will be awards given to the top three teams

GUNS VS. HOSES

Thursday, July 18 Art Dye Park 7:00 PM

game

Sponsored by:

Home Run Derby

Sponsored by:

Timpanogos

Auto Glass

Come out to Art Dye Park (1000 N . 550 E .) on Thursday, July 18 at 7:00 p .m . and watch the Police Department battle the Fire Department in the Guns vs Hoses Home Run Derby and then cheer on our public safety departments as they face off in a softball game at 8:00 p m to see who gets to walk away with the Guns vs Hoses trophy!

food & vendor market

Friday, July 19 & Saturday, July 20 Art Dye Park

market

Sponsored by:

shade tent Sponsored by: JCWs

• 1st Line Chip Repair

• 365 Kids Co

• 3Dein Printing

• A Ella Jewelry

• ABO Plasma Center

• American Legion Post 49

• Ariâ’s Fresh Lemonade

• Axcess Accident Center of American Fork

• Bam Wear

• Bath Fitter

• Big Al’s Studio

• Black Label Printers

• Brazilian Paradise

• Burger Pioneers LLC

• Busy Body Co

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE AMERICAN FORK CHAMBER OF

Come and check out the wide variety of craft, service, and retail vendors at the Steel Days Food and Vendor Market at Art Dye Park (1000 N 550 E ) The Market runs from 4:00 p m to 10:30 p m on Friday, July 19 and from 1:00 p m to 10:30 p m on Saturday, July 20 We encourage you to support these local businesses

There will also be several food trucks and food vendors offering all types of delicious food and drinks . Some of the types of food available for purchase are American, Asian, desserts and sweet treats, Hawaiian/Polynesian, Italian, shaved ice, snacks, and South American/Mexican To quench your thirst there will also be several specialty drink vendors selling ice-cold soda and lemonade A large shade tent will be set up with tables and chairs for covered seating and for those looking for relief from the sun

Market Vendors

• Cabela’s

• Cabela’sGeneral Manager

• Cadence Chiropractic

• Corndog Commander

• “Crafted Memories/Year Of Change, Arctic Freeze (freeze dried treats), and Stitched Expressions”

• Crazy For Coxinhas

• Culture Verse Studios

• Cupbop

• David Tabango

• Dippin Dots

• Dirty Dough Mobile

• Dream wreaths

• EcoView Windows and Doors of Utah

• Equity Real Estate

• Eye Candy Gear

• Families Coming Together For Children

• Fantastic Face Painting and Henna

• Farm Bureau Financial Services

• Financial Benefits Insurance Agent

• Forever by Ash

• Front Perch Chicken

• Frutas Lokas

• Gameday Men’s Health Pleasant Grove

• Get Charmed

• GOTYOU

• Gritty Critters

• Harris Orthodontics

• Hummingbird Designs

• i9 Sports

• Jax Wax Of Northern Utah

• Jeweled Oasis

• Joyas Arabelles

• Junk Punks Art @ Design

• Jurassic Street Tacos

• Kayla Noelle Fine Art

• Keiki Haven LLC

• Ken Garff Ford Street Team

• Klemensen .com

• Kona Ice of Utah Valley

• LauraBellas

• “LeafFilter North, LLC”

• Leaps and Bounds Dance Academy

• LifeSculpt

• Light Your Home

• Lotus Spring Acupuncture and Wellness Inc .

• Lovemore Games

• Lyf Country Kitchen

• Make It Anime

• Malstrom Leather Goods LLC

• Mambo Truck

• Metal Art

• Mi Ranchito AF

• Modern Shoe

• My Michelle’s Vintage Clothing

• My Utah Air

• PaperPie (Formerly Usborne Books and More)-Holly’s Reading Corner

• Party Times

• Patterson Family Gifts

• Peach & Bee Honey

• Pregnancy Resource Center

• Prickly N Sweet Cactus Boutique

• Priya Henna Arts

• Rachel’s Refuge

• Rainbow Face Painting

• Rea’s of Henna

• Recover Spine & Sport

• Recycled threads

• RedHead Trailer & Boat

• Redline Racing

• Renewal by Andersen

• Rise Content LLC

• Rop’d Luscious Licorice

• Runa Arts LLC

• Salt City Barbecue

• SG Laser Art

• Stevens dog training

• Strawberry Roan Enterprises

• Tacy Lee Quilts

• Take A Break Spas and Billiards

• Tale LLC

• Tele Communication Fiber Optic Internet

• The Rolling Pineapple

• Three Lakes Design

• ThriftJam LLC

• Timbertech 3D

• Timpanogos Auto Glass

• TokyWaLLC

• Traditional Family LLC

• Utah Valley Chiropractic

• Utah Valley Window & Door

• Vickys Stitch Shop

• Vlosh Clothing

• W .K . Wilson LLC - Wood Bow Ties

• wasatchebikes com

• We Geek Together

• Western Timber Frame

• Wild Welds Permanent Jewelry

• Wind River Concessions

• With Love By Pink

• Xylem DeWatering

• Yummy Italian Ice and Sorbets

• ZB Designs

American Fork Hospital is elevating healthcare in Northern Utah County now and for generations to come.

garden tour LOCATIONS

Friday, July 19 & Saturday, July 20

tour

Sponsored by:

THE GOAL OF THE AMERICAN FORK BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE is to promote beautification throughout the city and to be a positive example to our neighboring communities We take great pleasure in striving to maintain this highly prestigious status . We appreciate the hard work that has gone into the many gardens to get them ready to display

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE AMERICAN FORK BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE

During the thirteenth annual Steel Days Garden Tour on Friday, July 19 from 4:00 p .m . to 9:00 p m and Saturday, July 20 from 12:00 p m to 5:00 p m , residents will have the opportunity to walk through the yards of several devoted Master Gardeners These residents spend significant time and effort to create beautiful landscapes in our community, and spectators are encouraged to glean ideas for their own planting and gardening efforts There will be inspiration for every gardener from the novice to the expert, and we hope you enjoy some of the best landscapes that American Fork has to offer

GARDEN TOUR SCHEDULE

The Rosas Residence: 5833 W . 9600 N .

The Anderson Residence: 824 N 700 W

The Bykee Residence: 763 N 700 W

The Harper Residence: 776 N . 700 W .

The Hundely Residence: 738 E 50 N

The Hall Residence: 416 N 1290 E

The Gomez Residence: 201 W . 870 S

We invite you to come bank with us and experience the value of a partner that has you and our community in mind.

Friday, July 19 Art Dye Park 7:00 PM

show

Sponsored by:

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: July 12 at 5:00 p m

REGISTRATION FEE: Free

REGISTRATION: https://steeldaysaf com/ american-forks-got-talent

American Fork’s Got Talent will be held on Friday, July 19 from 7:00 p m to 9:00 p .m at Art Dye Park (1000 N . 550 E .) . Here’s your chance to showcase the whole family’s talents! This is not a competition - just a fun talent showcase!

We’ll take singing, dancing, magic tricks, clean comedy, skits, playing musical instruments, juggling, pet tricks, you name it . Come show us what you’ve got and share it with the community!

But you must act quickly! Polish off your tap shoes and send us a video before Friday, July 12th Limited time slots are available Chosen entries will be selected based on creativity, originality, and classy enthusiasm! Oh, and yeah, some real talent helps too! Come join the fun!

movie in the park

Friday,

July 19 Art Dye Park At Dusk Free

Sponsored by:

The annual Steel Days Movie in the Park will be on Friday, July 19 at dusk at Art Dye Park (1000 N . 550 E .) . This year’s movie will be Despicable Me, which is rated PG and lasts one hour and 35 minutes This event is FREE and will start approximately 9:30 p m movie

PRESENTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH WATER GARDENS THEATRE

MOVIE

marching band breakfast

Sponsored by: Saturday, July 20 Macey’s Parking Lot 6:30 AM

Breakfast

TICKET PRICES

(Credit Cards Only) Sold at event from 6:30-9:00 a m

Adult (12 and over):

$6 00

Child (3-11):

$3 00

Toddler (0-2): FREE

Come and enjoy a great meal before attending the Steel Days Grand Parade! The American Fork High School Marching Band is again hosting the annual Steel Days pre-parade breakfast on Saturday, July 20 in the Macey’s parking lot (135 E . Main St ) from 6:30 a m to 9:00 a m

Breakfast includes pancakes, hash browns, eggs, ham, and a drink Band members will be selling tickets in advance, with 100 percent of the profit going to support that student Tickets will also be available on the morning of the breakfast .

steel days run

Saturday, July 20

race

Sponsored by:

Chute Sponsored by: Tire Factory Point S

Kids Race Sponsored by: American Fork Hospital

Packet Pick-up

Sponsored by: Arctic Spas

Snacks Sponsored by: Axcess Accident Center

American Fork Fire Station Start Time 7:00 AM

10K, 5K, & KIDS 1/2 MILE

The Steel Days Run is a 10K, 5K, and Kids Race around the beautiful city of American Fork The run will be on Saturday, July 20, 2024 and will begin and end at the American Fork Fire Station (96 N Center St .) .

The Steel Days Run is put on by Runtastic Events . This is a premium organized event that is a family and runner tradition .

Registration includes premium race shirt, finisher medal, free photos, chip timing, drawstring bag, food, and sponsor swag Overall and age group winners will receive a medal and certificate

If you are interested in volunteering to help with the race or being a vendor at the race or during Packet Pick-up, please e-mail us at steeldays@americanfork .gov

FOR CURRENT PRICING & REGISTRATION:

https://runtasticevents . com/races/steel-daysrun/

START TIMES: 10K: 7:00 a .m . 5K: 7:10 a m

Kids Race (1/2 mile): 8:15 a m

grand parade

Saturday, July 20 9:00 AM Free

AF Marching Band Sponsored by:

Mahalo Aesthetics and Wellness

FOR ENTRY AND WAIVERS: https://www steeldaysaf com/grand-parade

The Steel Days Grand Parade will be on Saturday, July 20 at 9:00 a m The route will be the same as it was last year, which was extended from previous years It will start at 300 W Main St and head east on Main Street to 100 E The parade will then turn left and head north to 300 N , then take a right on 300 N . and head east until 600 E ., where it will turn left and end at the high school

It is our goal to make the parade as entertaining and enjoyable as possible . In order to do so, we need to make safety our highest priority Please stay out of the road since many floats and parade vehicles have limited lines of sight Everyone loves seeing excited children collecting candy and prizes and we want to continue this tradition . Please help us to do this by not allowing children to run into the road to collect candy . Parade participants have been instructed to distribute candy near the sides of the road

As the parade concludes, please take pride in our community and keep it clean by collecting trash that is around you or that you see and depositing it into the trash receptacles that will be placed along the parade route . Please remember Steel Days and the Grand Parade are meant to bring the community together and celebrate our great city Let’s have fun and be respectful to everyone around us including spectators, parade entries, and volunteers

AS AMERICAN FORK CONTINUES TO GROW, we have seen an increase in the number of people trying to reserve spots along the parade route . The committee respectfully requests that reservation of spots not take place until Friday, July 19 after 5:00 p m and that spectators be respectful of businesses, churches, residents, and others who own property along the parade route

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fair & live entertainment

Saturday, July 20 Art Dye Park Free Entry

Stage Sponsored by:

fair

Sponsored by:

Bounce Houses Sponsored by:

Ultimate Inflatables

Live Entertainm ent Sponsored by: Auntie Anne’s

One of the most popular and fastest growing events at Steel Days is the Steel Days Fair It will be held on Saturday, July 20 prior to The Big Show at Art Dye Park (1000 N 550 E ) and will begin at 4:00 p m

This event is very popular, so come and reserve your favorite spot for the Big Show event by setting out your lawn chairs and blankets . Then you can enjoy the various activities (including the CARNIVAL) and purchase some amazing food from the great line-up of food vendors (see list of food vendors below) . There will be musical entertainment on stage all afternoon, from 1:00 p .m to 6:00 p .m . As always, we will have numerous food trucks that will be on site and there will be a Vendor Market from 1:00 p .m . to 10:30 p .m with a variety of vendors offering items for sale

This event features many FREE activities for children including several bounce houses/slides, a petting zoo, a reptile exhibit, and much more . The American Fork Police and Fire/Rescue Departments will also be in attendance and will have some fun activities and demonstrations for the kids to better learn about safety issues in a fun way and for the community to become better acquainted with the city’s public safety personnel

Petting Zoo

Sponsored by:

Told Plumbing

Reptile Sh ow

Sponsored by: Kona Ice

Stage

Sponsored by:

opening act

Sponsored by:

opening act

Saturday, July 20 Art Dye Park 6:30 PM Free

Elleigh Marie Francom distinguished herself as a member of the Top 24 on American Idol this year during its 22nd season Although she comes from a military family, she proudly considers American Fork her home In 2022-2023, Elleigh served as the first attendant in the Miss American Fork royalty, demonstrating her deep affection for and commitment to her community

A certified cosmetologist by profession, Elleigh is currently dedicated to pursuing and exploring her music career Her musical repertoire is diverse, encompassing a broad range of genres With a passion for both singing and dancing, she gravitates towards pop and rock music, blending these styles in her performances

big show

Sponsored by:

big show

Sponsored by:

accommodations

Sponsored by:

Saturday, July 20 Art Dye Park 8:00 PM Free

Metro Music Club is a premier ensemble of accomplished artists, musicians, producers, and arrangers They have shared stages with industry giants such as OneRepublic, Tiësto, Zara Larsson, Kaskade, Kenny Loggins, B .B King, Kristin Chenoweth, Marc Anthony, Harry Connick Jr ., Diana Krall, and Gladys Knight, to name a few Collectively, they have shared the spotlight with pop icons Charlie Puth, Justin Timberlake, David Archuleta, and Andy Grammer They’ve produced and performed music featured on major networks, including CBS, ESPN, HBO, and Showtime, and contributed to soundtracks for popular TV shows and commercials, including featured music for NBC’s Today Show Metro Music Club’s dynamic performers and impressive roster have delighted audiences worldwide, from exclusive international events to high-profile venues, including captivating performances at Universal Studios Japan . This collective brings a wealth of experience and accolades, and Metro Music Club is ready to exceed your expectations!

fireworks

Saturday, July 20 Art Dye Park 10:00 PM Free

fireworks Sponsored by:

The annual Steel Days fireworks display has become a highly anticipated part of American Fork’s city celebration Over the years, this show has become known as one of the best fireworks displays in Utah County, and residents are not going to want to miss this year’s show The fireworks will be launched from north of the new baseball fields at Art Dye Park (1000 N 550 E ) and will begin at approximately 10:00 p m . on Saturday, July 20 While the fireworks are visible from all over the city, audience members attending the Big Show will have the best experience as they will also be able to hear the coordinating music .

MESSAGES FROM

My best memory of Steel Days is watching all three of my kids march in the parade . I loved hearing the AFHS band coming and getting to see my kids come marching by, knowing their hard work is paying off and proud of the way they represent our city

Ernie John

I’ve always loved the Steel Days Parade The past couple of years my wife and I have been able to walk down 300 N to Pioneer Cemetery Park and watch all the cars and floats that drive by It brings out so many people from the community and provides another excuse to meet people or say hi to neighbors Watching the kids get excited for the candy getting thrown out or seeing the creativity of the different floats that enter the parade makes it something new every year while also bringing out the nostalgia of youth and small town America

The first year that I helped to plan Steel Days was dizzying There was a lot of work involved and many moving parts I remember getting to the end of the week and feeling relief as I sat down in the grass to wait for the Big Show . At one point, I stood up to give my legs a break and looked around To my surprise, the park had filled to bursting with families who had gathered to celebrate and have fun together That was the payoff for the work; seeing that surprise crowd of smiling neighbors

Staci Carroll

Tim Holley

Growing up, my dad was in charge of Steel Days, and I remember how much fun I had going down and helping him build and set up the stage in Rotary Park, right on the baseball diamond There was this huge grandstand at that time where people would come and sit to watch the variety show through the fence of the ball field Funny that all those who wanted to watch the show would fit on those bleachers Later on, the fire department would launch fireworks from behind that same stage At that time, they were still lighting them manually, and I would watch the Captain walk around with a big torch lighting fuses It might seem like a small thing, but I remember even the smallest details, like grabbing a fistful of potato chips or a pop from all the snacks the firemen had laid out or helping my dad take everything down Steel Days was just the biggest deal for me growing up, and I still love it today

Clark Taylor

After 45 years of Steel Days, I don’t think I can say I have a single favorite memory . I’m so proud to be working with the Chamber to continue putting it on again! To be honest, the best part of Steel Days is the feeling of community that is ever present As our city continues to grow, sometimes the small town feel is harder to recognize, but when Steel Days is going on, that feeling immediately returns Like celebrating our state champions with an escort down Main Street, Steel Days events allow us to remember the enjoyment of living in a small town while turning our thoughts to the blue collar roots of our steel working ancestors . Steel Days is one of the greatest city celebrations anywhere and a highlight of every summer!

Traverse

5-star service at a low group travel rate

Price reflects double occupancy rate

Add $800 for single room occupancy

Includes post departure group travel protection

$100 discount/person with Chamber

No credit card payment handling charge

Includes everything on itinerary and tax

Breakfast, Lunch, & Buses

Every day you will be treated to breakfast, lunch, and deluxe bus transportation.

Day 1 – Salt Lake City/Osaka

Check-in at Salt Lake City International Airport for a connection flight to Osaka, Japan.

Day 2 - Osaka

Arrive at Osaka where you will be met at the airport by your tour guide and transported to the hotel.

Day 3 – Osaka/Nara/Kyoto

Spend a full day exploring the Osaka Castle Nishinomaru Garden and visit the famous Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street. In the afternoon, journey by bus to Nara, the first capital in Japan, to visit the Nara Deer Park. Considered the messengers of the gods, Nara's over 1000 deer have become a symbol of the city and have even been designated as a natural treasure. Travel to Kyoto and visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, which was built in the 8th century and is the headquarters of the over 30,000 Inari shrines in Japan.

Day 4 – Kyoto

Enjoy a full day touring the city including visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Kinkaku-ji (Temple of the Golden Pavilion) and Kiyomizu-dera, which has over 1,200 years of history, Hijo Castle, a flatland castle, and Gion Walking Tour.

Day 5 – Kyoto/Mt Fuji/Lake Yamanakako

Journey by bus to Mt Fuji and enjoy the splendid view. Take a Lake Yamanakako Cruise and visit Oshiho Hakkai. Travel by bus to stay at a hotel in the Hakone Region.

Day 6 – Hakone/Kanagawa/Tokyo

Travel to the beautiful capital city of Tokyo, which is the world’s most populous metropolitan area and hosts the highest number of Fortune Global 500 companies. Tokyo is a great mix of old and new, featuring both historical and modern buildings. Visit the Imperial Palace/Edo Castle, which was built in 1457 and is the home of the Emperor of Japan. Then visit the Asakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji Temple), a Buddhist temple built in the 7th century, and the Nakamise Shopping Street, famous for its traditional Japanese food, souvenirs, and novelty items.

Day 7 - Tokyo

Continue sightseeing in Tokyo and visit sites such as the Odaiba Seaside Park, set at the bank of Tokyo Bay, Tsukji Market, one of Japan’s most iconic places for food and market lovers, the Meiji Jingu Shrine, dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken, and Shibuya Crossing, the busiest crossing in the world.

Day 8 –Tokyo/Salt Lake City

Depart for a connection flight to Salt Lake International Airport.

English Speaking Tour Guides

Every tour guide is friendly, fluent in English, and ready to answer all of your questions!

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Entrance Fees

Tour prices include entrance fees to all attractions on the tour.

2024 Executive Committee

Kristina Wesemann Co-chair

Josh Walker Co-chair

David Bunker City Liason

Ryan Hunter City Council Rep

2024 Committee Chairs

David Bell

Runtastic

• Steel Days Run

Roy Buhler

Northern Utah Pitching Association

• Horseshoe Tournament

David Bunker

American Fork City

• Grand Parade

Shelbi Clark

American Fork Fire & Rescue

• Guns vs. Hoses

Katie Collier

Leaps and Bounds Dance Academy

• Tea with the Queen

Allison Dean

American Fork High School

• Marching Band Breakfast

Luke Dudley

Live American Fork

• Drone Show

Kimberly Martin

New Friends Quilt Circle

• Quilt Show

John Miller

Wasatch Music Alliance

• Concert, Wasatch Show Band

Marlene Myers

Timpanogos Arts Foundation

• American Fork’s Got Talent

Derric Rykert

American Fork Fitness & Recreation

• Cardio Party

• Cornhole Tournament

• Discount Swim Day

• Kickball Tournament

• Mario Kart Tournament

• Pickleball Tournament

• Wiffle Ball Tournament

Rosemarie Taylor

American Fork Beautification Committee

• Garden Tour

Blaine Thompson

Rockin’ Hotrod Productions

• Car Show

• Car Cruise

Alec Wesemann

KJ Productions

• Carnival Ticket Sales

• Photography

Kristina Wesemann & Josh Walker

American Fork Chamber of Commerce

• Big Show

• Fireworks

• Food & Vendor Market

• Golf Tournament

• Kids Splash Night

• Movie in the Park

• Steel Days Fair

• Teen Pool Party

Debbie Wood

American Fork Visual Arts

• Art Show

Kristi Wulfenstein

AF Symphony

• Concert, AF Symphony

Pam Zoeller

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As the 2024 Steel Days Committee Co-Chairs, we are excited to welcome you to another fun-filled celebration! We want to express our gratitude to the countless volunteers who have dedicated their time and efforts to make Steel Days possible this year. Our heartfelt thanks also go to the city of American Fork for their unwavering support and to our generous sponsors for their commitment to the community and financial contributions.

The success of Steel Days relies on the collective effort and dedication of these incredible individuals and organizations. Their contributions ensure that we can come together every July to celebrate our amazing community. We encourage all residents and visitors to take a moment to thank those who have worked tirelessly to bring our city a weeklong celebration of over 30 events. This year, we proudly celebrate the 79th anniversary of Steel Days, honoring the rich history and cherished traditions built by generations of volunteers and are changing the schedule a bit to again include two Saturdays, moving the Car Show, Car Cruise, and Drone Show to July 13, the first day of the 2024 Steel Days celebration.

We invite everyone to join in the festivities, create lasting memories, and celebrate the spirit of American Fork at Steel Days 2024. Come participate, have fun, and make this year’s celebration one to remember!

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