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Kilby Block Party strives to improve sustainability

Kilby Block Party 2026 shows major music festivals how to remain environmentally conscious.
By Isra Habib, Assistant Arts Editor | May 18, 2026

  Kilby Block Party (KBP) put effort in helping attendees actively minimize their ecological footprint while maximizing their music festival experience. The seventh annual Kilby Block Party...

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A Review of Kilby Headliner’s ‘Pinkerton’

"Pinkerton" is uncomfortably honest and (at times) painfully relatable.
By Grace Maya, News Writer | May 17, 2025

  Weezer is set to perform Saturday at Salt Lake City’s premier summer music festival, Kilby Block Party. The musical group's position as a headliner begs the question, "Weezer? That’s still...

Fans in the mosh pit during Osees' performance at the 2023 Kilby Block Party on May 13, 2023. (Courtesy of Robert Sagers)

Kilby Block Party 6 to Feature 10 Debuting Local Artists

Hurtado, Poolhouse, Over Under and others will open Kilby Block Party this weekend.
By Hailey Edmonds, Arts Writer | May 12, 2025

Kilby Block Party 6 is right around the corner, where 10 local bands will debut at the iconic Salt Lake City festival. The Block Party has seen its fair share of stardom, with notable local bands such...

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A Guide to Dressing for Kilby Block Party

The ultimate guide for dressing for Kilby Block Party.
By Ava Hart, Arts Writer | May 2, 2025

  Kilby Block Party is Salt Lake City's largest indie music festival, and it's coming back for another year this May.  The block party will take place at the Utah State Fairpark from May 15...

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Looking To Prepare for Kilby Block Party?

From New Order, Beach House and Devo, there’s a lot to unpack for this year’s Kilby Block Party. Here’s a carefully curated playlist for your music festival preparation.
By Laney Hansen, Arts Editor | April 3, 2025

  Kilby Block Party (KBP) is less than two months away. Because of this, we thought now would be the best time to find all the songs, especially the deep cuts, to prepare you for a long weekend...

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Salt Lake City Lives for Live Music

Whether you’re into indie-pop or alternative rock, Salt Lake has the sound and stage for you. 
By Laney Hansen, Arts Editor | August 29, 2024

  If you’re anything of a music connoisseur, then you know Salt Lake City’s music scene is booming with new sights to see and hear every week. From music festivals, tours and anniversaries,...

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Kilby Block Party Celebrates 25 Years of Music

The fifth annual Kilby Block Party coincided with Kilby Court's 25th anniversary.
By Laney Hansen, Arts Editor | May 17, 2024

  The beloved venue Kilby Court has brought so much joy to music lovers and concert goers of all kinds across the state of Utah and beyond. As one of Utah’s biggest music festivals, last weekend...