This year, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals to fill 5 key volunteer roles: Parade, Festival Set-up, Bingo, Carnival Row, and Floaters! 

• As a Parade volunteer, you will assist in organizing the lineup of floats, vehicles, and participants before the parade starts. Help direct them to their assigned positions and ensure a smooth flow throughout the parade route.
•  As a Festival Set-up Volunteer, you will assist the Harvest Days Committee in setting up booths, placing signs, and other tasks needed to get the festival going. 
• As a Bingo volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to engage with festival attendees while overseeing the classic game of Bingo. 
• Carnival Row volunteers will work directly with children, guiding them through various fun-filled free carnival-style games and helping them win exciting prizes. 
• Floater volunteers will step in to support various activities and areas as needed. Tasks could vary from assisting on Carnival Row to filling coolers to restocking supplies, etc. This role has the opportunity to be involved all over the event.

Perks of being a volunteer: 

• Every volunteer that completes their shift gets a FREE Harvest Days t-shirt as they check out of volunteering.
• Every volunteer will have access to the volunteer snack station.
• For volunteers taking on 2 full shifts, you get 1 FREE food voucher!
• For students, this is an opportunity to get service hours in a fun filled way!
• In general, you get to play a more in-depth part of the festival and help make the overall event possible! 

Steps

• Fill out the Harvest Days Parade & Festival Volunteer Application.
• 3-5 business days, post completion, you will receive an email with your volunteer status.  
  • Please note, if you are confirmed for a shift(s), we close that spot. We understand life happens, so please communicate with us ASAP if you are no longer available. 
• Volunteer registration will remain open until filled and/or July 17th, 2026.

Your participation as a volunteer will not only contribute to the success of the festival but also create lasting memories for our visitors. Please take a moment to fill out this brief application and let us know which role and shift you'd like to take on during the Harvest Days Festival. Your valuable time and dedication are greatly appreciated, and we look forward to working together to make this year's festival a remarkable experience for all. 

If you have any questions in the meantime, please reach out to events@midvaleut.gov.

The Rotary Club of Midvalley is excited to welcome you to the Harvest Days Fun Run on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 7:00 a.m. at Midvale City Park!

This isn't your typical fun run. Rotary has added playful activities and surprises along the one-ish mile course to make the morning even more memorable. Whether you run, walk, skip, or stroll, participants of all ages and abilities are invited to join in the fun.

Bring the whole family, invite your friends, and don't forget your four-legged companions! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome, and fun, family-friendly costumes are highly encouraged—for both people and pups.

After you cross the finish line, stick around for a delicious pancake breakfast hosted by the Midvale Community Council from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m. Then, continue the celebration by enjoying the many Harvest Days activities happening throughout the day. Visit EngageMidvale.com/2026-harvest-days to learn more.

Thank you for supporting the Rotary Club of Midvalley's efforts to bring our community together. We can't wait to see you at the starting line for a morning of fun, laughter, and community spirit!

This application is INVITATION ONLY. If you did not receive an email invite from the Event Coordinator, DO NOT fill out this application. If you were contacted directly by the Event Coordinator with an extended invite, you can proceed to the application. If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please send an email to events@midvaleut.gov.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR BOOTH VENDORS ONLY. WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING FOOD TRUCK APPLICATIONS FOR THIS EVENT. 

DEADLINE TO APPLY - FRIDAY, July 10th, 2026 BY 5:00 P.M. 

Applications are subject to approval. Without an approved application, you will not be permitted to occupy a space or sell any items at the Festival. 

• The Harvest Days Festival Committee retains the right to select vendors and booth locations for the Harvest Days Festival at their sole discretion. We are very limited on space so we will be looking for diverse vendors and will be limiting vendors based on having duplicate goods for sale. Booth applications will be approved based on products, services, available space, receipt of the application, and the applicant’s fit with the Harvest Days Festival.
• The Harvest Days Festival Committee aims to prioritize Midvale owned or Midvale based vendors. 
• You will receive an email by 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 14th, 2026, with your vendor status. You must receive and be on the confirmed vendor list to set up at the festival. Any vendor not on the list will not be permitted to set up. 

Please note, while we are NOT accepting applications for Food Vendors for this event, any prepared food vendors are okay to apply e.g. baked goods, pre-packaged, etc.). If you have any questions, please send an email to events@midvaleut.gov.

Neighborhood Block Parties, always a favorite of Midvale Harvest Days, are a fun way to meet neighbors, build friendships, and develop a sense of belonging and security among residents. 

Complete the online Neighborhood Block Party form to schedule your block party and arrange a visit from the Mayor, City Council members, the Unified Fire Authority, Unified Police Department, and local elected officials.

We are hosting two dates, Monday, July 27 and Tuesday, July 28, 2026. So please be sure to schedule your neighborhood block party on one of these dates.

If you have any questions, please email Lori Shaw at LShaw@unifiedpoliceut.gov.

If you experience technical difficulties please contact Laura Magness at Lmagness@midvaleut.gov.

Visit EngageMidvale.com/2026-Harvest-Days to learn more about the Harvest Days activities.

Share Your Harvest Days Memories

For generations, Harvest Days has brought the Midvale community together. From parades and carnival rides to family reunions, contests, concerts, and unforgettable moments, every celebration has helped tell the story of our city.

Now we need your help.

Do you have photos from Harvest Days years gone by? Whether they're from the 1940s, 1970s, 1990s, or just a few years ago, we'd love to see them! We're collecting historic Harvest Days photos to help preserve and celebrate the traditions that have made this event so special for nearly 90 years.

We're looking for photos of:

• Parade floats and marching bands
• Carnival rides and games
• Community events and performances
• Families and friends celebrating together
• Volunteers and organizers
• Harvest Days royalty
• Fun Run and 5K participants
• Fireworks, concerts, and other favorite memories
• Any other photos that capture the spirit of Harvest Days

How to Share Your Photos

Please upload your photos using the form below. If you know any details about the photo, such as the approximate year, the event, the people pictured, or the story behind it, please include that information. Every detail helps us preserve Midvale's history.

What We'll Use Them For

Submitted photos may be featured on the Midvale City website, social media, exhibits, presentations, or other Harvest Days promotional and historical materials. By sharing your photos, you're helping preserve an important part of Midvale's story for future generations.

Thank you for helping us celebrate the people, traditions, and memories that have made Harvest Days a beloved Midvale tradition for generations.