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LEHI, Utah (October 15, 2024) – Luminaria, Utah’s largest Christmas light show, returns to Thanksgiving Point in its ninth year with brand-new attractions. Illuminating the 50-acre Ashton Gardens, Luminaria brings the sights, sounds, and tastes of the holidays to life. Luminaria will be open at Thanksgiving Point from November 14, 2024 – January 4, 2025. …

Thanksgiving Point is thrilled to introduce The Tree of Life sculpture garden, a stunning new exhibit in the Ashton Gardens. Featuring 130 life-sized statues, The Tree of Life embodies eternal themes like hope, redemption, and personal transformation, all centered around humanity’s love for Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Created by world-renowned artist and sculptor …

Have you ever wondered what it is like to visit a place that is full of colors, spicy foods, and some of the rarest animals? Well, you are in luck because India is just the place! And guess what? The Museum of Natural Curiosity is bringing India right to you with the brand-new Namaste India …

This holiday season, Thanksgiving Point is bringing back Utah's favorite holiday tradition Luminaria at Ashton Gardens. From October 1-31, secure your spot at this magical winter event by taking advantage of the Luminaria Pre-Sale. This is one of Utah’s premier holiday light shows, and with new exhibits, it promises to be an unforgettable experience!  Thanksgiving …

Thanksgiving Point has once again created a one-of-a-kind experience for families in Utah with the grand opening of Curiosity Farms, a revolutionary play and learning center dedicated to the future of farming. This exciting new venue opened to Thanksgiving Point members on September 26, 2024, with a day filled with interactive activities, hands-on learning, and …

In the rapidly changing world of agriculture, modern technology has become an important tool for farmers, revolutionizing traditional farming practices and leading them into an era of efficiency and sustainability. At Curiosity Farms, we celebrate the joining of tradition and innovation, providing guests with a hands-on experience of how cutting- edge technology is transforming farming. …

Spiders are fascinating creatures that play an essential role in our ecosystem. One of the best ways to identify spiders is by examining their webs. Different spiders create distinctive web shapes in various locations, which can help you determine the species. Let’s explore the different web locations, shapes, and common spider webs you can find …

Quilting is one of the oldest artforms, dating back to Egypt in 3400 BC. Combining creativity, patience, and skill to create a beautiful and functional piece of art, quilting is a very popular hobby that can be started by anyone. With Thanksgiving Point’s Garden of Quilts Festival just around the corner, there’s no better time …

Thanksgiving Point offers exciting and educational opportunities for students of all ages. Our school programs are designed to bring learning to life! Learn more about Thanksgiving Point’s immersive field trips, convenient outreach programs, or valuable educator resources. Here’s a look at what we offer and how these programs can benefit your students.  Thanksgiving Point field …

Fall is here, and Thanksgiving Point is celebrating with tons of fall fun for kids and families! From Utah’s largest corn maze to the grand opening of Thanksgiving Point’s newest venue, here are some activities to look forward to as the weather cools and spooky season begins.  Before you start exploring Thanksgiving Point and Cornbelly’s, …