Celebrate Winterfest all around Park City

The Park City Library. Photo: by TownLift

PARK CITY, Utah — Celebrate Winterfest at the Park City Library, MARC, Ice Arena, and Lucky Ones Coffee Feb. 9-10.

Winterfest is an annual community celebration of winter, now in its second year.  Most activities are free, but a few require registration and possibly a fee.

Events at the Park City Library

For events at the Park City Library, please go to the front desk to be directed to the room or location of your event.

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale

Shop thousands of gently used books at bargain prices. Open Friday, Feb. 9 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday, Feb. 10 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. “Bag Happy Hour” is on Saturday from 2-4 p.m. where you can fill a provided tote bag for $15.

This book sale supports the library’s rich offerings. Last year the Friends of the Library provided a makeover of the PC Library’s teen area, funded the Local Speaker Series and mindfulness events, extended ebook and graphic novel purchasing, and much more!

Green Reads: Last Winter, Friday, Feb. 9, 12-1 p.m.

Park City Community Foundation’s Climate Fund hosts Green Reads to discuss the book (or the podcast or article) The Last Winter: Scientists, Adventurers, Journeymen, and Mavericks Trying to Save the World by Porter Fox

Frozen Sing-Along, Friday, Feb. 9, 3-4:45 p.m.

Projected lyrics will make it easy to belt out irresistible show-stoppers like “Let It Go.” Costumes are encouraged.

Swaner Snow Craft, Friday, Feb. 9, 4-5 p.m.

Make a snowy craft with Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter.  Learn about their current traveling exhibition, Snow: Tiny Crystals, Global Impact. Limited free tickets to the exhibit at Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter will be available.

Intro to Plein Air Painting, Friday, Feb. 9, 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Create your own mini-masterpiece with the snowy landscape as your inspiration. Dress warm because Plein Air is painting outdoors! For beginners and seasoned artists. This event is free but registration is required.

Coffee and Hot Chocolate Mug Swap

Bring in your favorite mugs and, perhaps, find a new favorite to bring home! This event will continue throughout February.

Events at Lucky Ones Coffee at the Park City Library

Polar Plunge Pre-Party, Saturday, Feb. 10, 8 – 10:30 a.m.

Get pumped for the Polar Plunge with the Library, Lucky Ones Coffee, and Special Olympics Utah. This pre-party will have a DJ, warm beverages, a costume contest, and a photo booth. Then, head over to the 11 a.m. Polar Plunge at the MARC.

Events at the Park City Municipal Athletic and Recreation Center (PC MARC)

Polar Plunge Fundraiser, Saturday, Feb. 10, 11 a.m. -1 p.m.

A fun fundraiser to support athletes of Special Olympics Utah on the challenge of plunging into cold water for a good cause. Proceeds directly support training, competition, and more. Register online. If you would like to just watch, you can watch for free after signing the PC MARC entrance waiver at the front desk.

Events at the Park City Ice Arena

Ice Skate with a Princess, Saturday, Feb. 10, 3 – 4 p.m.

Ice skate with some of your favorite icy princesses during Public Skate at the Park City Ice Arena. A perfect event for beginners and for all ages. This event costs $10 and includes the ice skate rental fee. Register online.