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Looking for unforgettable holiday activities with your family? Make this season shine at Luminaria, Utah’s most magical holiday event at Thanksgiving Point’s Ashton Gardens. Wander through 50 acres illuminated by millions of twinkling lights, larger-than-life displays, and holiday cheer around every corner.  Whether it’s your first visit or your family tradition, Luminaria is where memories sparkle, laughter fills the …

Every winter, Thanksgiving Point’s Ashton Gardens transforms into Luminaria — Utah’s most magical holiday light experience. With millions of twinkling lights, delicious treats, and memorable photo opportunities, it’s the perfect destination for families looking to create lasting traditions. Whether it’s your first visit or your tenth, here’s how to make the most out of your …

Looking for the best family deal in Utah? A Thanksgiving Point Membership gives you a full year of wonder, play, and discovery across seven incredible venues—all for one unbeatable price. Whether your family loves exploring dinosaurs, butterflies, gardens, or hands-on science, your membership unlocks a year’s worth of adventure and learning right here in Lehi, …

Every winter, Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point transforms into Utah’s largest holiday light show – Luminaria. Featured on ABC’s The Great Christmas Light Fight: Heavy Hitters Edition, this one-of-a-kind event has become a beloved tradition for families across Utah and beyond. With millions of twinkling lights, immersive shows, and all-new experiences each year, there’s truly no Christmas …

Every holiday season, something magical happens in Lehi, Utah. The Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point transform into a glowing wonderland filled with millions of lights, festive music, and the warmth of family tradition. For many Utah families, Luminaria isn’t just an event — it’s the holiday tradition that marks the start of Christmas.  And while …

Every year, National STEM Day reminds us how science, technology, engineering, and math shape our world – and at Thanksgiving Point, we make these subjects come alive through hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity and confidence in kids of all ages.  In 2024 alone, Thanksgiving Point welcomed 3.6 million total visits and 1.5 million visitors …

Thanksgiving Point is more than a destination for gardens, museums, and family fun – it is a hub for learning, creativity, and community connection. Through our Outreach Programs and Daily STEM Programs, we bring engaging educational experiences to Utah’s kids and families, making science, technology, engineering, and math accessible and exciting.  From hands-on experiments in …

Halloween is the perfect time to mix a little spooky fun with science! At Thanksgiving Point, we love combining hands-on learning with creativity across all our venues. From glowing bugs to bouncing eggs, here are four fun Halloween STEM activities inspired by the places that make Spooktober so special.   STEM Focus: Chemistry and Bioluminescence  Ingredients:  …

Every holiday season, Luminaria at Thanksgiving Point Ashton Gardens transforms into a glowing wonderland filled with millions of lights, festive music, and unforgettable family memories. This year, the magic grows even brighter with brand-new shows, illuminated experiences, and dazzling displays that make Luminaria 2025 a must-see Utah holiday event.  Whether it’s your first visit or …

Every fall at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi, Utah, our gardens come alive with activity as we get ready for one of the state’s favorite spring traditions: the Tulip Festival. This year, we’re planting nearly 490,000 flower bulbs to make sure Tulip Festival 2026 is our biggest and brightest yet.  Of the nearly half a million …