All are welcome to join us for a day of mesmerizing performances and cultural celebration in the Red Butte Garden and Arboretum Amphitheatre. Bring your low-back chairs, a blanket, and a picnic or visit one of the food trucks that will be here. Water bottle refill stations are available on-site. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of hoop dance in a beautiful setting!

Free admission through the Amphitheatre gates.

Red Butte Garden Amphitheatre
2188 Red Butte Canyon Rd.
Salt Lake City, UT 84108

Directions & Parking Information

Schedule of Events:

Saturday, September 13
Grand Entry: 9am
Lunch Break: Noon-1pm
End time depends on the number of registered dancers.

$10,000 in Cash Prizes!

Dancer Registration

Interested in being an artist/vendor at this event?
Apply HERE.
Application deadline July 25.

We are looking for community partners to table at this event. Apply HERE.
Application deadline July 25.

All entrants may only compete in one category.

Download the Category Prize Sheet.

All online registrants can enter to win an opportunity drawing!

Tiny Tots: Up to 5 years old
Gift Bag for each participant

Youth: Ages 6-12
1st Place $125
2nd Place $75
3rd Place $50

Teen: Ages 13-18
1st Place $275
2nd Place $175
3rd Place $100

Senior: Ages 50+
1st Place $750
2nd Place $500
3rd Place $200

Adult: Ages 18-50
1st Place $1000
2nd Place $800
3rd Place $600
4th Place $400
5th Place $200

Youth dancer at the 2024 Intermountain Hoop Dance Competition.
photo: Mark Johnston, NHMU

Carl Moore, a tribal member of the Colorado River Indian Tribes, carries the eagle staff during the grand entry at the 2024 Intermountain Hoop Dance Competition.
photo: Mark Johnston, NHMU