2026 Sunrise ServiceAttend our Sunrise Service – then watch the Parade!
Note: This event is not sponsored by The Days of ’47, Inc.
When
Friday - July 24, 2026 @ 7:00 a.m.
Must be seated by 6:50 a.m.
Where
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Chapel
110 Social Hall Avenue (95 South State Street)
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Enter building on the north side, 2nd floor chapel
Admission
Free admission and no tickets are required.
The Sunrise Service is open to the public and members of all religious denominations.
Conducting
Jody Davis, Chapter President, Salt Lake Pioneer Chapter of the Sons of Utah Pioneers
Mormon Battalion
Flag Ceremony - led by Greg Christofferson, President of the Mormon Battalion Association
Choral Arts Society of Utah
Sterling Poulson - Choir Director
DAYS OF 47 ROYALTY
Introduction by Ellen Jeppson, President of the International Society Daughters of Utah Pioneers
Musical number by Days of '47 Royalty
The Salt Lake Pioneer Chapter
The Salt Lake Pioneer Chapter of the Sons of Utah Pioneers is pleased to co-sponsor this annual Sunrise Service as a gift to the community. The chapter meets monthly at the Thomas S. Monson Center and hosts speakers that carry forward the mission of the Sons of Utah Pioneers. For membership information please contact Jody Davis, Chapter President, at jedavis2012@gmail.com
The Mission of the National Society of the Sons of Utah Pioneers
Come to know our fathers and turn our hearts to them,
Preserve the memory and heritage of the early pioneers of the Utah Territory and the western U.S,
Honor present-day pioneers worldwide who exemplify these pioneer values, AND
Teach these same values to the youth who will be tomorrow’s pioneers.
Pioneer Values
We Honor the Pioneers for their
Faith in God,
Devotion to Family,
Loyalty to Church and Country,
Hard Work and Service to Others,
Courage in Adversity,
Personal Integrity, and
Unyielding Determination.
Sunrise Service Sponsors
The Salt Lake Pioneer Chapter of the Sons of Utah Pioneers, in partnership with the National Society of the Sons of Utah Pioneers and The Days of ’47 Committee
Contact Information
Val Parrish
National President
National Society of the Sons of Utah Pioneers
Telephone: 801-493-9203
Email: valparrish@hotmail.com
