Kilby Block Party
- Dates
- May 14 to 16, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Utah State Fairpark
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 25, 2026
Kilby Block Party returns to Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake City, UT, May 14 to 16, 2027. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Kilby Block Party grew out of a block party at Salt Lake City's tiny Kilby Court venue into the largest indie festival the city has hosted, staged over several days at the Utah State Fairpark. It is known for adventurous, carefully curated indie and rock lineups -- a 'thinking-person's' bill that reaches for the unexpected -- across two large and two small stages in a notably compact footprint. A communal, all-ages indie crowd and transit-included tickets give it a reputation as one of the most navigable festivals of its size.
How it works
Gates open at 11:30 am daily from Friday to Sunday, May 14 to 16, 2027, and each day runs until about 10:30 pm at the Utah State Fairpark. A ticket includes free travel on all Utah Transit Authority buses, TRAX, FrontRunner and streetcar services for the weekend, with the Green Line stopping at Fairpark Station. Limited parking is sold separately. Three-day passholders can re-enter, wristbands are required and not replaced if lost, and payment plans run until March 2027.
Who it suits
This is an all-ages festival, so families and younger fans are welcome, with children under 2 free and everyone else needing a ticket. It suits indie and alternative music fans who want a walkable, transit-friendly city festival rather than a camping trip. Food trucks, beer and liquor tents and free water refill stations are on site, and ASL interpreters are available by request.
What people love
Attendees praise the adventurous programming and communal indie atmosphere, and single out how compact and easy the site is -- it doesn't take long to get anywhere, and reviewers note more indoor restrooms than they had ever seen at a festival. Ticket-included public transit that lets people skip parking altogether draws particular affection, and the event carries an overall reputation for 'getting it right.' The main downsides are exposure to volatile Utah spring weather -- blazing heat one day, cold and wet the next -- and the occasional under-powered small stage.
Last time around (2025)
The 2025 edition again filled the Utah State Fairpark, with the final day turning cold and wet -- soaked attendees splashing through large puddles before the sun broke out during The Pains of Being Pure at Heart. Reviewers described a wide-eyed, determined crowd and again praised being able to ride the train to and from the festival each day, with public transit bundled into the ticket. The consensus was glowing: a festival that 'rarely gets it so right, but Kilby regularly did so.'
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Listen
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No official playlist linked yet. Find Kilby Block Party on Spotify.
Lineup
2027 lineup expected November or December 2026. Sign up and we email you the day it drops. Here's who played in 2026:
Getting there
How do I get to Kilby Block Party?
Most people get to Kilby Block Party by train. The ticket doubles as a transit pass for the weekend, and the TRAX Green Line stops at Fairpark Station, a short walk from the gates, so locals and visitors alike skip the car. Parking at the fairgrounds is limited and can sell out in advance, and the surrounding streets fill with paid lots a block or more from the entrance. The platforms are the pinch point at the end of the night: trains leaving the fairgrounds are packed and the wait to board can run past half an hour, so leave a few songs early or let the first crush clear. From the airport, the same Green Line connects to the festival with a transfer. Check out each of the options below.
Nearest airport SLC.
By car
The nearest major airport is SLC, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
Cost Standard Day-Of: $40/day (add-on to GA ticket). Premium Prepaid: $150 for a 3-day pass; nearby secondary/overflow lots $30-$40/event with limited availability. Prepay via 24tix. The festival's own strong recommendation, repeated across ticketing/press coverage, is to use free included UTA transit (park-and-ride or FrontRunner into a TRAX transfer) rather than drive, given how limited on-site parking is.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Map shows the center of Salt Lake City. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
The venue has its own page with capacity, accessibility and parking.
Camping & Accommodation
Where do most people stay?
Kilby Block Party is not a camping event, and sleeping in the lots is not allowed even with a parking pass, so everyone stays off site. Downtown is the easiest base: the weekend transit coverage on the ticket makes any hotel near a rail line or bus stop a convenient home, and a downtown stay keeps the ride home after the last set short. Check out each of the options below.
Where can I stay near Kilby Block Party?
Mid-range hotels 3
455 S 300 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 (per Marriott's own hotel-overview page)
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesSalt Lake City, UT (downtown)
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesSalt Lake City, UT (airport area)
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirport hotels 2
52 Tommy Thompson Road, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates61 Tommy Thompson Road, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
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Salt Lake City, UT
Link coming soonAirbnb & private camping
Salt Lake City-wide Airbnb inventory is active, including in the Fairpark/Rose Park/downtown neighborhoods near the venue. The festival's scale (~30,000/day, largest indie fest in SLC) makes some May-weekend demand increase plausible.
Search AirbnbHipcamp private-land camping is not a walkable or practically relevant alternative here, it would only serve attendees planning a separate camping trip elsewhere in Utah around the festival dates.
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What to bring
Kilby is a three-day city festival in mid-May, and it runs rain or shine.
Full rule
Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags up to 12 x 12 x 6 inches; clutches and fanny packs up to 6 x 9 inches. Parents may bring one soft-sided diaper bag.
Entry rules
Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
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Quick answers
When is Kilby Block Party 2027?
May 14 to 16, 2027
Has the Kilby Block Party 2027 lineup been announced?
Not yet. The 2027 lineup is expected November or December 2026. 10 acts from 2026 are listed on this page.
Where is Kilby Block Party held?
Utah State Fairpark, Salt Lake City, UT.