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If you’re searching for the best summer activities in Utah for families, things to do with kids in Utah, or a can’t-miss Utah summer event, Imaginaria is the experience to plan for this year. This summer, Imaginaria transforms the 50-acre Ashton Gardens into an extraordinary festival experience where imagination meets the American spirit. Families will …

Spring in Utah means one thing—Tulip Festival at Thanksgiving Point is back, and tickets for 2026 are officially on sale. From April 6 through May 16, 2026, the Ashton Gardens will burst into bloom with over 1 million flowers, transforming 50 acres into one of the most breathtaking spring destinations in the country.  Whether you’re planning a …

A powerful new predator has arrived—and it’s changing what scientists know about the Jurassic world. Mountain America Museum of Ancient Life is excited to welcome a rare and remarkable dinosaur: Allosaurus jimmadseni, one of the most recently recognized species of Allosaurus ever discovered.  Nicknamed “Cliff,” this incredible skeleton offers visitors a rare opportunity to come face-to-face with an apex predator …

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 …

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 …

When the holidays arrive in Utah, one tradition shines brighter than the rest: Thanksgiving Point Luminaria at Ashton Gardens. Each year, families across Utah make their way to Lehi to experience a glowing wonderland filled with over 8 million lights, magical shows, and moments that become treasured holiday memories.  And here’s the best part: Pre-sale …

The Thanksgiving Point Tulip Festival is one of Utah’s most spectacular spring events, featuring 900,000 spring flowers in bloom across the stunning Ashton Gardens. While strolling through the gardens is a breathtaking experience on its own, the best way to fully immerse yourself in the festival is through a guided tour. With exclusive Chauffeured Golf …

Spring is the perfect time to embrace your creativity, relax, and try new skills—and there’s no better place to do it than at Thanksgiving Point’s Tulip Festival in Ashton Gardens! Enhance your artistic talents, practice mindfulness, or decorate your home with floral arrangements – our expertly-led classes offer a hands-on way to enjoy the breathtaking …

The Carousel at Thanksgiving Point opens to the public on National Carousel Day (July 25, 2023) in Lehi. The brand-new carousel house was built for guests to come together and enjoy imaginative, family-friendly fun in a beautiful setting.