Utah Turkish American Association

Bayramınız kutlu olsun! 🌙✨

May this Bayram bring peace, joy, health, and togetherness to you and your loved ones. No matter where we are in the world, Bayram reminds us of the importance of community, kindness, sharing, and connection.

As UTAA, we are grateful to celebrate these beautiful traditions together and continue building a strong Turkish community here in Utah. Wishing everyone a joyful and meaningful holiday filled with love, laughter, delicious food, and beautiful memories.

İyi Bayramlar! 🇹🇷❤️

Today, we proudly celebrate May 19th — the Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day in Türkiye. 🇹🇷

On this historic day in 1919, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk began the journey toward independence by landing in Samsun, entrusting the future of the Republic to the youth.

May 19th is a reminder of courage, resilience, hope, and the power of young generations to shape a brighter future.

As UTAA, we honor Atatürk’s vision and celebrate the spirit, energy, and dreams of Turkish youth everywhere.

Happy May 19th Youth and Sports Day! ❤️🤍

Join us for a vibrant afternoon of music, culture, rhythm, and connection as KECHI takes the stage at the Living Traditions Festival in downtown Salt Lake City!
Experience an energetic live performance celebrating heritage, community, and the living traditions that connect us across generations and cultures.
📍 Amphitheater at Library Square Plaza
Civic Center — 200 E 400 S, Salt Lake City
🗓 Saturday, May 16th
⏰ 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM

Join us at the Living Traditions Festival as UTAA proudly presents the vibrant spirit of Turkish folk dance and culture through KECHI! 🇹🇷✨

Experience the energy, colors, music, and traditions that bring communities together through dance and storytelling.

📍 Amphitheater – Library Square Plaza
🗓 Saturday, May 16
⏰ 12:45 PM – 1:30 PM
📌 Civic Center – 200 E 400 S, Salt Lake City

Come celebrate culture, connection, and tradition with us at one of Salt Lake City’s most beloved festivals! ❤️💃🕺

Tüm annelerimizin anneler günü kutlu olsun! ❤️🌸

Happy Mother’s Day! 🌸❤️

What a beautiful day celebrating April 23rd – National Sovereignty and Children’s Day 🇹🇷✨

Our community came together for a joyful event filled with creativity, laughter, and connection. From traditional marbling art (ebru) to our art contest, magical performances, cultural dances, and gifts for all our children—it was truly a celebration to remember.

Seeing the smiles, the imagination, and the spirit of our kids reminds us why this day is so meaningful.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this event so special ❤️

Celebrating imagination, creativity, and the joy of being a child 💛

Join us for International Children’s Day (23 Nisan) and our
🎨 UTAA Art Competition & Exhibition

We invite children to express what happiness, friendship, childhood, and freedom mean to them—through art.

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
🕐 1 PM – 4 PM
📍 Sunnyside Apartments – Cottonwood Community Center, University of Utah

✨ Open to all children
🎁 Gifts, games & surprise treats for every participant

Bring your artwork and celebrate with us 🌍
We can’t wait to see the world through their eyes.