Donny Osmond is looking to turn the mouth of Provo Canyon into his next big stage. On Monday, he and his nephew David unveiled plans for a major new outdoor entertainment complex at the canyon entrance. The project, called the Vesper Amphitheater, would repurpose more than 110 acres at the canyon mouth, replacing active mining with performance spaces, trails and public amenities. Donny said he expects to perform at the venue once the development is complete.
According to ABC4 Utah, the plan calls for an amphitheater with roughly 20,000 seats, including about 10,000 covered seats available year-round. Project backers say Vesper Amphitheater is acquiring the parcel at the canyon's mouth and will cease all mining activity on the property. They also note that the venue sits near Mount Timpanogos and is intended to bring large concerts and year-round programming to the canyon.
Osmonds pledge to reclaim and restore the land
David Osmond told viewers they "plan to reclaim, repurpose and restore the land," describing a vision that blends trails, green space and performance areas, according to ABC4 Utah. The announcement says the master plan would connect more than 20 miles of biking trails across the site and add public-facing recreation. Developers have set a ceremonial groundbreaking for spring 2027 while design and permitting move forward in the background.
Local context and the Osmonds' ties
The Osmonds have long-standing roots in Utah, and Donny remains an active performer with a continuing Las Vegas residency and national engagements, as noted by Deseret News. That visibility could help attract touring acts and summer series to the new venue. At the same time, it raises practical questions about traffic, parking, and environmental reviews near a heavily used canyon area, and local planners and neighbors are likely to pay close attention to how the project balances large crowds and mountain recreation.
What to watch next
Key next steps include permit filings, engineering studies and public hearings that will shape the project's timeline and scope. Neighbors, recreation groups, and county officials are expected to weigh in on traffic mitigation, habitat impact and reclamation standards. If approvals stay on track, project backers say construction could begin in time for the spring 2027 ceremonial groundbreaking date announced this week.
The Osmonds' announcement offers the first public look at a project that could reshape the mouth of Provo Canyon, and city and county filings will be the next reliable public milestones to watch. We will update this story as permitting documents and schedules become available.
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