Tips for Attending Midway Utah Swiss Days

Labor Day Weekend is the time when hundreds of people from all over the country gather at the town square in Midway, UT for Swiss Days. Attending this event is an annual tradition for many families.

How Midway Utah Swiss Days Got Started

Swiss Days started in the late 1940s as a harvest celebration. The Harvest celebration eventually turned into Swiss Days.

Swiss Days weekend is a celebration of Midway’s Swiss heritage it gives the opportunity to remember the region of Switzerland where those that founded Midway are from.

With yummy food, free entertainment, and plenty of unique booths to explore, you will soon understand why Swiss Days is an annual tradition for many.

When and Where is Swiss Days

Swiss Days is held annually on the Friday and Saturday of Labor Day weekend in the city of Midway, Utah. If you’re not familiar with the area you may be wondering where Midway is located. Midway is a small town up Provo Canyon near Heber City.

If you hear anyone talking about Heber City Swiss Days it’s most likely the same event. They are just referred to the event with the neighboring city’s name.

Parking

There are a few different places to park for the event, including along the roads and/or pay parking areas.

Many people set up their own lots and charge for parking. There are also a couple of fields that are turned into large parking lots for the event. These lots have a shuttle that will take you to the event in the city square.

Each year the parking situation seems to change as well as the prices for parking. The Friends of Midway Facebook page is a great way to check for up to date information.

Shopping

Swiss Days has craft booths featuring anything and everything. The process to get a booth is difficult, ensuring that the items for sale are truly unique and some of the best.

Each year over 180 booths are filled with treasures for you to find. You can find a little bit of everything, crafts, toys, artwork, clothing, and much more.

Food at Swiss Days

The food booths at Swiss Days have a unique story, each person working in the booths is a volunteer.

Community members from the local areas gather together to help make and sell all the food in the food booths. They make the food from baked goods in the relief Society booth to fresh hot Swiss Nuts in the Nut Booth.

Food to Try

Swiss Nuts – These hot cinnamon roasted almonds are one of my favorite Swiss Day treats. These nuts taste amazing! When the warm nuts are being made if you’re near the booth the smell will make your mouth start watering.

Swiss Tacos – also known as Navajo Tacos – enjoy yummy scones topped with a mountain of delicious toppings. The Swiss Tacos are large so you might want to share them with a friend. This is my go-to meal when we make it to Swiss Days.

Swiss Kraut – Be sure to try the fresh Kraut. The Kraut is made specifically for the event. (Fun fact when I was in college I helped pound the kraut for that year.)

Bratzlies – Homemade Bratzlies are amazing! These treats always sell out so be sure to stop by the Relief Society Booth to get some before they are gone. These are another of my favorite Swiss Day treats, I love getting a couple of bags to take home!

Other foods to try include pie and ice cream, scones, sandwiches, and more.

Saturday morning there is a Chuckwagon Breakfast and Saturday starting at 4 PM there is a Barbecue Dinner.

Entertainment

Swiss Days has free live entertainment throughout the weekend, here is a schedule of events. Events also include a parade, 10K, and Kid’s Race.

Tips for Attending Swiss Days

Bring a Stroller – If you are bringing kids be sure to bring a stroller or wagon.

Cash – Most booths will accept cards but it’s always good to have cash just in case. This year the food booths are only accepting cash, so if you plan to eat make sure you have cash.

Water – Be sure to stay hydrated while exploring the booths. There are drink stations throughout the town square so keep an eye out for them.

Prepare for outhouses – The restrooms at Swiss Days are the blue Porta Potties. There are hand washing stations throughout the town square.

Have Fun – Swiss Days can be crazy with so many visitors but have a good attitude and you will have a great time!