University Place Events

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Join us at our 8th annual Pioneer Day Celebration for an unforgettable evening of explosive entertainment.

There will be a short dance party for kids with some special guests and performances by DJ @paulsleem, Bluegrass Thunder & party band, Music City Groove.

Then be prepared to be awestruck as the night sky comes alive with breathtaking fireworks show choreographed to music! If you have not seen this firework show, be sure to come this year, before it is downsized.

**Reserving spots in The Orchard is prohibited prior to 4:00 PM.

**To save a spot there must be at least one person present at all times. Any items left unattended will be moved.

**Reminder no dogs or other animals are allowed in The Orchard other than official Service Animals.

**No unauthorized vendors. Only vendors approved by University Place and the Sunset Farmers Market will be allowed.

Schedule:

5:00-9:50 pm – Market

5:00-5:30 pm – Kid’s DJ Dance Party with Special Guests

5:30-6:30 pm – Bluegrass Thunder

6:30-7:30 pm – Eating Contest & Stick Pull Contest

7:30-9:30 pm – Music City Groove

9:30 pm – Fireworks

Performers:

DJ Paul Sleem is a Professional Master of Ceremonies.

He has years of experience working with Global companies and brands within the entertainment and sports industry, such as Nike, Lego, NBA, London Marathon, Manchester United and City.

His work has allowed him to travel to countries like America, France, Monaco, Norway, Taiwan, Sweden, UAE, and Germany, to name a few.

He currently works and lives in the US and also does Motivational Presentations within schools.

Bluegrass Thunder is a bluegrass band based out of Utah Valley, specializing in bluegrass, old Western, & folk music.

Music City Groove is a 7-piece band that is unmatched in their phenomenal arrangements of popular songs that effortlessly blend from one song to the next. With powerhouse vocals, killer musicianship, and mind-blowing arrangements, their high energy performance will keep you dancing and signing along all night long.