In August 2012, Murray City will host its 14-Year-Old Babe Ruth World Series. All World Series games will be played at the 3000 seat Ken Price Ball Park, home field to Murray High School baseball team and Murray Babe Ruth, next to Murray City Park and walking trails in historic downtown Murray. Spectators can watch the games from the stadium seats or from the newly groomed lawn area surrounding the field.

Murray is fortunate to have plenty of open green space with parks, trails, ball diamonds, and an award-winning outdoor swimming pool for all residents and visitors to enjoy. Jordan River Parkway is one of the many great parks in Murray that can be utilized in numerous ways. Artistic and theatrical productions are held often at the Murray Amphitheater, located in Murray Park. Murray Boys and Girls Club is just over the fence from right field, and Murray runs a senior citizen center, the Heritage Center. Murray has its own power, police, and fire departments; its own library, golf course, cemetery, and court. There is a variety of wonderful eateries in Murray and fun attractions, as well as many shopping opportunities such as Fashion Place Mall. There are three TRAX light-rail stations in Murray, and a bus system which runs to locations all over the city. Those looking for more to do, can hop on the TRAX light-rail and head to down town Salt Lake where one can enjoy such things as shopping at the Gateway Mall and the Clark Planetarium offers a great educational experience. This is the Place historical park, Temple Square, and the Zoo are all within a twenty minute drive from Murray.

Other historical sites in down town Salt Lake consist of Union Pacific and the Rio Grande Railroad stations. The University of Utah is within twenty minutes of Murray and is the home of the 2004 Fiesta Bowl and 2009 Sugar Bowl football champions. One can also enjoy a relaxing day of fresh air and beautiful flowers at the university's own Red Butte Botanical Gardens. The University of Utah is also the site of the opening ceremonies for the 2002 Winter Olympics.

Other fun family activities just a short drive outside of Murray are Lagoon Amusement Park, the Tram located at Snowbird Ski Resort, Silver Lake Boardwalk located at Brighton Ski Resort. Those looking to see the scenery can take a beautiful scenic drive up to Park City and enjoy outdoor activities such as the Alpine Slide, the zip line and hiking at some of the local ski resorts or take a walk down historical Main Street and enjoy a great day of shopping at the Park City Outlet Stores.

More scenic activities no more than forty-five minutes from Murray include Crystal Springs located at the Alpine Loop, Timpanogos Cave, and the Heber Creeper. Or take an hour drive up to Hill Air Force Base and visit the Hill Aerospace Museum. Murray City is an inviting and friendly place with activities for everyone. We hope you enjoy your stay.