There are some things that just feel like fall in Northern Utah. Cooler evenings. School starting back up. Football. And, of course, Brigham City Peach Days.
For more than a century, Peach Days has brought the Brigham City community together to celebrate the local peach harvest and the people, businesses, and traditions that make our area special. What began as a celebration of Brigham City’s agricultural roots has grown into a four-day event packed with parades, live music, carnival rides, food, vendors, contests, art, and activities for the whole family.
Whether you’ve lived in Brigham City your entire life or you’re visiting Peach Days for the first time, there’s plenty to see and do.
📅 When: September 9–12, 2026
📍 Where: Downtown Brigham City and locations throughout the community
🎉 What to expect: Parades, carnival rides, concerts, food and craft vendors, car and motorcycle shows, quilt and art exhibits, races, contests, children's activities, and more
🚗 Don't miss: The Saturday parade, Peach Days Car Show, and free concerts Friday and Saturday night
🚌 Getting around: Peach Days shuttle service is available from the USU Brigham City campus
With more than 200 vendors, a huge Saturday parade, Utah's largest car show, live entertainment, and activities happening throughout the community, Peach Days is truly one you won't want to miss.
If anything captures the spirit of Peach Days, it's the parades.
The Peach Days Community Kick Off Parade gets things started Friday evening at 6 p.m., rolling down Main Street and officially kicking off the weekend's festivities.
Then comes the big one. The Peach Days Parade takes place Saturday at 10 a.m., traveling along Main Street from 300 South to 600 North. Thousands of spectators line the route each year to watch floats, performers, local organizations, and community groups make their way through downtown.
You can see our float (pictured above) in this year's celebration!
Whether you claim your spot on the parade route early or watch from the sidelines with your family, the Peach Days Parade is one Brigham City tradition worth experiencing.
Car enthusiasts, this one's for you.
The Peach Days Car Show takes place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Watkins and Pioneer Park. The event features an impressive collection of classic and custom vehicles and is a favorite stop for visitors of all ages.
The Chamber describes the Peach Days Car Show as the largest car show in Utah, making it one of the weekend's can't-miss events. Did we mention it's free? Registration takes place Saturday morning at Box Elder High School, with awards scheduled for 4 p.m.
And if motorcycles are more your speed, check out the Harley & Custom Bike Show and Beard Contest from 1 to 5 p.m. under the Main Street Arch. The Ruff House Band will provide entertainment from 2 to 5 p.m., with Beard Contest awards at 4 p.m.
The City of Fun Carnival opens Friday at 4 p.m. on Forest Street and continues throughout Saturday. With rides, games, and classic carnival food, it's a favorite for kids and anyone who enjoys a little old-fashioned festival fun.
If you're bringing the family to Peach Days, plan to spend some time wandering through the carnival and enjoying the sights, sounds, and excitement.
Music is a big part of Peach Days, and the best part? Friday and Saturday night's concerts are free.
Friday night's Main Street Stage lineup begins at 7:30 p.m. with performances from The Saltairs, The Boy in Blue, and Last Wild Buffalo.
Saturday's entertainment starts in the afternoon with performances from local artists and groups. The Main Street Stage lineup includes Courtney Vel Voice Studio at 1 p.m., Lincoln Checketts at 2 p.m., Ori Tahiti Syracuse Dance Group at 3 p.m., Tutulli Ballet Folklorica at 4 p.m., and Hinge Point Sisters at 5 p.m.
Saturday night wraps up with a free concert from Maddie Wilson at 7:30 p.m.
There's also plenty of entertainment happening away from the Main Street Stage. The Ruff House Band also performs during the Harley & Custom Bike Show on Saturday afternoon.
If shopping and eating your way through a festival sounds fun to you, Peach Days has you covered.
Art, craft and food vendors will be set up along Main Street and at the Community Center Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. It's a great opportunity to browse handmade items, discover local businesses, grab something delicious, and support vendors from the community and beyond.
Come hungry, because there will be plenty of food to choose from!
Peach Days also has plenty to offer for anyone who appreciates art, creativity, and a little local history.
The Peach Days Quilt Show at Utah State University's Brigham City campus opens Thursday from 2 to 8 p.m. and continues Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m, followed by Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The 2026 show features quilts from local creators, Viewer's Choice awards, and a special display of quilts made for America's 1976 Bicentennial.
Book lovers have their own Peach Days tradition to look forward to.
The Brigham City Library Book Sale runs Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., with additional hours Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Whether you're looking for your next beach read, a children's book, a classic you've been meaning to pick up, or simply enjoy browsing stacks of books, it's worth adding to your Peach Days itinerary.
You can't have Peach Days without celebrating the reason for the celebration in the first place: Brigham City's famous peaches.
The Fruit Display will be downtown starting Thursday, celebrating the area's agricultural heritage and the harvest that helped inspire the Peach Days tradition.
Peach Days offers plenty for the youngest members of the family, too.
Toddler Time with the Boys & Girls Club takes place Friday at 10 a.m., and free children's activities will be available under the Main Street Arch Friday evening from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Of course, the carnival is another major attraction for families, with rides and games providing plenty of entertainment throughout the weekend.
Peach Days also celebrates the next generation of Brigham City community leaders with its annual Peach Queen events.
The Junior Peach Queen Pageant takes place Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Brigham Academy Center.
The Peach Queen Pageant follows Thursday at 6 p.m. at Box Elder High School.
These longstanding Peach Days traditions are a great way to support local youth and see another side of the celebration.
For those who like to work up an appetite before enjoying festival food, the Peach Days 10K takes place Saturday morning at 8 a.m.
The race begins at the Main Street Stage and gives runners and walkers a chance to kick off the biggest day of Peach Days before the parade and other activities begin.
Looking for something a little different? Add new musical “The Secret of Briggs Hall” to your Peach Days plans.
Performances take place throughout the celebration at the Northern Utah Center for the Arts (formerly the Fine Arts Center), with performances on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. With its combination of comedy, drama, and audience participation, it's a fun evening activity for families.
Check the Peach Days schedule for specific performance times.
With so much happening across downtown Brigham City, parking and getting from one event to another can be a challenge. That's where the Peach Days Shuttle comes in.
Shuttle service is available from the USU Brigham City campus at 989 South Main Street. The west-side shuttle runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., while the east-side shuttle runs from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Peach Days is more than a festival. It's one of those Northern Utah traditions that brings generations together.
Everyone can find something to enjoy. Most importantly, it's a chance to support local businesses, spend time with neighbors, and celebrate the community we call home.
At Elevate Credit Union, we're proud to be part of that community. We believe in People Helping People, and events like Peach Days are a perfect example of what that looks like in action.
So grab your family, invite your friends, and get ready for a weekend of peaches, parades, music, food, and plenty of Brigham City fun.
See you at Peach Days! Find the full schedule and more on the Box Elder Chamber of Commerce's website.
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