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Garden of Quilts is more than an exhibition, it’s a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and connection. This immersive event invites guests to experience art in a way that feels both inspiring and approachable. Whether you’re a lifelong maker or simply curious to try something new, Garden of Quilts creates space to explore, learn, and engage with a community brought together by creativity.
Over four days, the event comes to life through hands-on classes, live demonstrations, trunk shows, and meaningful opportunities to connect with artists and fellow enthusiasts. At the heart of the experience is a stunning outdoor exhibition, set within the beauty of Ashton Gardens, where over 500 quilts are thoughtfully displayed throughout the gardens, blending art with the natural landscape.
Now in its eighth year, and in partnership with Riley Blake Designs, Garden of Quilts continues to grow as a one-of-a-kind event. With more than 80 classes, special presentations, curated shopping, and gathering spaces designed for connection, it offers something for every level of interest.
Classes:
September 16-19, 2026
Quilt Exhibit Show Hours:
September 18-19, 2026
Friday, September 18: 9 am – 8 pm
Saturday, September 19: 9 am – 6 pm
Ashton Gardens
3900 N. Garden Drive
Lehi, Utah 84048
Vendor Marketplace
Friday, September 18: 9 am – 8 pm
Saturday, September 19: 9 am – 5 pm
Thanksgiving Point Show Barn
2476 W Sycamore Lane
Lehi UT 84048
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2026 Admission and Event Tickets
Weekend pass
2-Day Quilt Exhibition and Festival
Includes entrance to the 50-acre Ashton Gardens, the Quilt exhibitions, trunk shows, lectures, and demos for both Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19.
Thanksgiving Point members: $18
General Admission (Ages 3 and up): $60
One day pass
Friday OR Saturday Quilt Exhibition and Festival
Includes entrance to the 50-acre Ashton Gardens, the Quilt exhibitions, trunk shows, lectures, and demos for Friday, September 18 OR Saturday, September 19.
Thanksgiving Point members: $10
General Admission (Ages 3 and up): $35
Quilter’s Weekend Escape
$699 – Valued at over $900!
Escape to the Ashton Gardens for a weekend of learning, inspiration, and connection. Perfect for all skill levels who want a taste of the Garden of Quilts experience!
Includes:
- Priority registration to Garden of Quilts classes and events
- Two classes of your choice*
- Room at partner hotel* for two nights
- Garden of Quilts Festival Weekend Pass
- Reservation for Afternoon Tea Party
- Choice of one ticketed evening event
- Garden of Quilts T-shirt
*Partner Hotel: Home 2 Suites
*Online purchasers will be contacted within two business days by a Guest Services Specialist to help with class registrations and itinerary planning. All-day classes count as two classes, exclusions may apply. Class selection dependent on available seats. Kits may be purchased directly from teachers and are not included in this package.
ultimate Quilter’s getaway
$1,299 – Valued at over $1,500!
Create your perfect three-day quilt itinerary with the Ultimate Quilter’s Getaway Package – promising an exciting opportunity for all skill levels to grow and bond with fellow quilters
Includes:
- Priority registration to Garden of Quilts classes and events
- Three classes of your choice
- Room at partner hotel* for three nights
- Garden of Quilts Festival Weekend Pass
- Reservation for Afternoon Tea Party
- Choice of one ticketed evening event
- Garden of Quilts T-shirt
- Two Open Sew nights
*Partner Hotel: SpringHill Suites
*Online purchasers will be contacted within two business days by a Guest Services Specialist to help with class registrations and itinerary planning. All-day classes count as two classes, exclusions may apply. Class selection dependent on available seats. Kits may be purchased directly from teachers and are not included in this package.
all-inclusive vip pass
$2,999 – Priceless Value!
You want it? You got it! Snatch up one of these very exclusive VIP Passes and enjoy all the 2026 Garden of Quilts has to offer. This includes classes, evening events, Afternoon Tea, access to our award-winning venues, potential facetime with your favorite SEWlebrities, and more. This is an unparalleled way to experience the Garden of Quilts.
Includes:
- Priority registration to Garden of Quilts classes and events
- Up to SIX classes of your choice
- Room at partner hotel* for five nights
- Garden of Quilts Festival Weekend Pass
- Two Reservations for Afternoon Tea Party
- Sewing Machine Rental
- A $100 Thanksgiving Point Gift Card valid for use at Trellis Café, the Tower Deli & Grill, Ice Age Creamery, and Harvest Restaurant–not to mention all venues, gift shops, and more.
- Two Open Sew nights
- Swag Bag filled with goodies from Thanksgiving Point and Riley Blake Designs
- Ticket to An Evening with Joanna Figueroa
- Ticket to Let’s Make a Quilt
- Ticket to Meet the Maker
- VIP Transportation. Don’t wait in line for the shuttle. Instead, you’ll receive expedited travel with our ongoing VIP shuttle!**
*Partner Hotel: SpringHill Suites
*Online purchasers will be contacted within two business days by a Guest Services Specialist to help with class registrations and itinerary planning. All-day classes count as two classes, exclusions may apply. Class selection dependent on available seats. Kits may be purchased directly from teachers and are not included in this package.
**Available within a 1-mile radius of the event. Some destination exclusions may apply.
Better with a bestie bundle
$4,500 – Priceless Value!
Nothing beats the Garden of Quilts Better with a Bestie VIP experience—except maybe sharing it with a friend! This package is essentially the All-Inclusive VIP Pass but for two! That equals twice the adventure, twice the fun, twice the memories, and twice the fabric. It is the ultimate destination vacation experience that you will remember and cherish for the rest of your life.
Includes:
- Priority registration to Garden of Quilts classes and events
- Two seats in FOUR classes of your choice
- One double room at partner hotel* for five nights
- Two Garden of Quilts Festival Weekend Passes
- Two Reservations for Afternoon Tea Party
- Two Sewing Machine Rental
- Two $50 Thanksgiving Point Gift Cards valid for use at Trellis Café, the Tower Deli & Grill, Ice Age Creamery, and Harvest Restaurant–not to mention all venues, gift shops, and more.
- Two Open Sew nights for Two
- Two Swag Bags filled with goodies from Thanksgiving Point and Riley Blake Designs
- Two Tickets to An Evening with Joanna Figueroa
- Two Tickets to Let’s Make a Quilt
- Two Tickets to Meet the Maker
- VIP Transportation. Don’t wait in line for the shuttle. Instead, you’ll receive expedited travel with our ongoing VIP shuttle!**
*Partner Hotel: Home 2 Suites
*Online purchasers will be contacted within two business days by a Guest Services Specialist to help with class registrations and itinerary planning. All-day classes count as two classes, exclusions may apply. Class selection dependent on available seats. Kits may be purchased directly from teachers and are not included in this package. Both guests must register for the same classes and event schedule.
**Available within a 1-mile radius of the event. Some destination exclusions may apply.
An Evening with Joanna Figueroa
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Doors Open: 5:30 pm, Show: 6:30 pm
$50 per person
(10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members)
Join us for a magical evening with Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree & Co. Get inspired as she shares her incredible journey, along with a showcase of her gorgeous quilts, and other beautiful projects. This is a night filled with creativity, fun, and endless inspiration you won’t want to miss! Plus, enjoy exciting giveaways along the way. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the beautiful and whimsical world of Joanna Figueroa, this event promises to be unforgettable. Reserve your seat today for an evening with Joanna.
Let’s make a quilt
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Doors Open: 5:30 pm, Show: 6:30 pm
$60 per person (10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members)
Slide on over and join favorite designers Amanda Niederhauser and Bev McCullough for a rockin’ good time! Dig into a delicious buffet dinner while we turn up the fun with a high-energy, quilt-lovin’ game show night! Dust off those poodle skirts, saddle shoes and leather jackets—50’s-themed attire is highly encouraged! This lively evening will have you laughing, mingling, and cutting a rug with your soon-to-be new best pals. Who knows, daddy-o… if luck’s on your side, you just might swing home with a swell prize!
Meet the maker
Friday, September 18, 2026 | Doors Open: 6:30 pm
$59 per person (10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members)
Meet the Maker is back with a fresh new twist! Join us for an inspiring evening where you can connect with your favorite designers and sewlebrities in a whole new setting. Wander through our Discovery Garden to see designer displays, discover new favorites, and enjoy great conversation with the creative minds behind the projects you love. With an updated venue, new dining experience, and plenty of time to mingle, this event is the perfect chance to shop, connect, and be inspired. Along the way, be sure to enter for a chance to win one of several amazing door prizes!
Afternoon Tea
Friday & Saturday | Seatings at 12 pm, 12:30 pm and 1 pm
$40 per person (10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members)
Gather your friends and come experience an afternoon of decadence during our Afternoon Tea Party. This is a Garden of Quilts crowd favorite that offers the same delectable delights in a dreamy setting under the clear-top tent in the beautiful Loggia Garden on the Water Tower Campus. Join us for this exclusive Garden of Quilts event. Enjoy English style scones with jam and clotted cream, canapes, finger sandwiches, tea pastries, trifles and a selection of assorted teas and other beverages. This is a special event you will not want to miss. Space is limited and sells out early every year.
World of Lori Holt
Friday & Saturday | 10 am – 1 pm
Step into the World of Lori Holt and enjoy some one-on-one time with the Queen Bee herself! Hosted by Lori Holt and Riley Blake Designs, this special ticketed event will be held Friday and Saturday in the breathtaking Ashton Gardens.
Enjoy a beautifully curated display of Lori’s quilts set among the flowers, plus fun demos, a make-and-take project, and a selling table filled with Lori’s favorite goodies. There will also be Bee in my Bonnet themed games and giveaways! Be sure to bring books, patterns, or other items for Lori to sign! Indulge in yummy treats, snap a photo with Lori, take home a fabulous swag bag, and soak in all the creativity.
Tickets are limited—don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Includes day-of entrance to Garden of Quilts
Quilt Block Challenge: from sea to shining sea
What makes a nation truly special? Is it the rolling waves along the coast, the amber fields of the heartland, or the purple mountain majesties rising beneath spacious skies? In celebration of the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, this year’s Quilt Block Challenge invites you to capture the spirit of “Sea to Shining Sea” in fabric form. From historic landmarks and hometown main streets to sweeping landscapes that define our country’s beauty and resilience, we challenge you to stitch your interpretation of America’s story — honoring 250 years of history, heritage, and hope — at the 2026 Garden of Quilts.
Participation is simple! Register using the form below, and within a few days, we will send you a curated set of six Riley Blake Designs fat quarters. These colors will serve as the foundation of your design. From there, you can enhance your quilt block with additional fabrics, appliqué, embroidery, beadwork, and other embellishments—just make sure your finished 20” x 20” block follows the challenge guidelines and theme. Once your block is complete, email us a picture, and we will provide a release form and further instructions for submitting your quilt. From sea to shining sea, what part of America’s story inspires you most? Show us through your stitches!
Important Dates:
Application/Registration Available: April 1, 2026
Fabric Kits sent out weekly
Submit photos by: August 1, 2026
Quilt receiving: August 10-30, 2026
Display September 18-19 at Thanksgiving Point
Quilt Return: September 30, 2026
Registration: $60 (Includes fat-quarter fabric pack and return shipping.)
Rules:
Quilt blocks must:
- Relate to the theme: “Sea to Shining Sea”
- Measure 20”x20” square
- Consist of a top, middle, and back fabric with hand or machine stitching through all layers.
- Have a maximum thickness of no more than 1”.
- Utilize a recognizable amount of the fabrics provided to you. Additional Fabrics are allowed.
- Feature label on the back of quilt that includes quilter’s name and quilt title.
- Avoid profanity or political statements.
Prizes:
1st place: $250
2nd place: $100 and gift basket from Riley Blake Designs
3rd place: $50 and gift basket from Riley Blake Designs
People’s Choice: $100 and gift basket from Riley Blake Designs
Judging Criteria:
- Design
- Composition
- Use of color
- Overall workmanship
- Interpretation of theme
- Originality
Garden of Quilts 2026 Shop Owner Track
Are you a passionate quilt shop owner or online retailer looking to improve efficiency, increase your revenue, or build your social channels? Look no further! Join us once again for an exclusive Shop Owner Education Track during the 2026 Garden of Quilts event, specially designed to inspire & empower you! This track is also appropriate for those with a dream of turning their love for quilting into a successful business venture.
This is your opportunity to:
- Learn industry insights from top experts
- Get a behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming next from Riley Blake Designs
- Network with like-minded shop owners in a stunning setting
Shop Owner Track: $900 per person
Shop Owner Track: Locals
Enjoy the same perks of the Shop Owner Track while staying in the comfort of your own home. The Shop Owner Track: Local version has all of the same Garden of Quilts fun without the hotel cost.
Shop Owner Track – Local: $500 per person
What’s included:
- Two days of compelling and relevant shop owner focused classes from experienced presenters – including Social Media Bootcamp, keynote from Heidi Kaisand of Creative Retailer, ROI for your shop, how to create high-performing BOMs with Karen Montgomery, an overview of a new customer portal called Stash, how to make a Lori Holt SAL a standout experience for your shop by Lori Holt herself and so much more!
- Lunch on class days
- Room at a partner hotel for four nights (or choose your own accommodation with the Local Shop Owner Track package)
- VIP seating at An Evening with Joanna Figueroa on Wednesday
- Ticket to the Friday evening crowd-favorite Meet the Maker event
- Friday and Saturday Garden of Quilts admission ticket to explore the hundreds of quilts, attend the free lectures and trunk shows in the Lecture Tent, and more
- Show Special: 10% credit up to a maximum of $900 – $5K order minimum – No discount stacking (including price levels)
Information and Downloads
Utah’s largest outdoor quilt display
Over 500 colorful and hand-made quilts decorate the 50-acre Ashton Gardens, creating a
breathtaking display unlike any other in the nation. Artists from around the world submit quilts every year to this popular event, traveling thousands of miles to learn from professional designers and makers. As you wander through the exhibit, you’ll be inspired by the swaying quilts, fragrant blooms, and friendly faces, where every quilt tells a story waiting to be told.
Classes, Lectures and demonstrations
Garden of Quilts creates endless opportunities to learn and grow alongside other makers with an international roster of designers, makers, and artists. Catering to all levels, you’re sure to learn a new skill or master your craft as you choose from over 80 different classes, lectures, and demonstrations.
a quilter’s Dream vendor marketplace
Explore dozens of vendors at the free Vendor Marketplace, located at the Show Barn on the Water Tower Campus! Shop ‘til you drop after getting inspiration from Garden of Quilts festival. Meet local makers, view new fabrics and quilt designs, and find your next big project. The Vendor Marketplace does not require admission – enjoy this maker market free of charge!
build your quilter Community
Throughout the week, Garden of Quilts hosts fun and exciting events, perfect for meeting new quilter friends and spending time with your loved ones! Enjoy a day of decadence at Afternoon Tea, mingle with your favorite designers and sew-lebrities at Meet the Maker, and get on your feet for a 50’s-themed buffet at Let’s Make a Quilt. Mingle with quilt lovers from around the nation and create your quilter community at Garden of Quilts!
an evening with joanna figueroa
Join us for a magical evening with Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree & Co. Get inspired as she shares her incredible journey, along with a showcase of her gorgeous quilts, and other beautiful projects. This is a night filled with creativity, fun, and endless inspiration you won’t want to miss! Plus, enjoy exciting giveaways along the way. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the beautiful and whimsical world of Joanna Figueroa, this event promises to be unforgettable. Reserve your seat today for an evening with Joanna.
Modern Prairie experience and prairie picnic
From the creative vision of Melissa Gilbert, star of Little House on the Prairie, comes the Garden of Quilts Modern Prairie Experience! Choose from two unique events, including a gift bundle with Garden of Quilts exhibit admission and a Prairie Picnic with Melissa Gilbert herself. Celebrate creativity and the joy of making with Modern Prairie at the 2026 Garden of Quilts!
2026 CLASS, LECTURE AND DEMO SCHEDULE
CLASSES
9 AM – 4 PM
Together We Shine – Intermediate Corner Triangle/Stitch and Flip – Karen Walker
Goodnight, Star – Intermediate Basic Paper Piecing – Josephine Keasler
9 AM – 12 NOON
Home Is Where the Heart Is – Beginner Stitch and Flip Corners, Nested Angled Seams – Melissa Corry
Pineapple Paper Piecing – Beginner Foundation Paper Piecing – Amber Johnson
Clearly Carry All – Beginner Zipper Attachment, Clear Vinyl Sewing, Pouch Assembly – Minki Kim
Rainy Day – – Amanda Niederhauser
Patchwork Blooms – – Beverly McCullough
Jelly Roll Magic – Beginner EasyPiecing Grid – Carmen Geddes
Illuminated Letters with Tsukineko Inks – Beginner Letter Painting – Jaimie Davis
Stocking Stuffers – Intermediate Piecing, Stich and Flip – Jennifer Long
2 PM – 5 PM
Playful Posies – Beginner Stitch and Flip Corners, Nested Angled Seams – Melissa Corry
Pumpkin & Fall Leaves Fabric Collage – Beginner Fabric Collage, Composition – Jane Haworth
Onigiry Pouch – Beginner Zipper Sewing, Pouch Assembly – Minki Kim
Labadera – Intermediate Traditional, Oversized, and Strip Piecing – Rija Salomaa
Pandemonium – Confident Beginner Stich and Flip/Snowball Corners – Fran Gulick
Deluxe Needlebook – Intermediate Zippers, Binding, Quilting and Vinyl – Amy Chappell
Pineappe Stars – Intermediate Foundation Paper Piecing, No Waste Flying Geese, Borders – Heather Kidd
Flower Table Runner – Intermediate English Paper Piecing – LaVonne Jackson
7 PM – 11 PM
CLASSES
9 AM – 4 PM
Sweetheart Trio – Intermediate Bag Assembly, Zipper and Handle Attachment – Minki Kim
Bridal Veil – Intermediate Oversized Piecing – Raija Salomaa
Tropical Quilt – Intermediate Foundation Paper Piecing, Applique – Laura Duran & Lina Owen
9 AM – 12 NOON
Twilight Stroll – Beginner No Waste Flying Geese, Half Square Triangles, Square in a Square Units – Melissa Corry
Olivander – Intermediate Sew and Flip, Color Pairing – Joanna Figueroa
Modern Autumn Prairie – Beginner Traditional Piecing, Fusible Raw Edge Applique – Laura Strickland
Tree Farm – Advanced Beginner Stitch and Flip – Charisma Horton
Be Grateful Mini Table Topper – Beginner Raw Edge Applique, Patchwork – Amy Chappell
Witch Hat Sally – Intermediate Applique Sheet – Heather Kidd
Mouse King Plush Doll – Intermediate Curved Pieces, Hand Sewing – Jennifer Long
2 PM – 5 PM
Turning Dusk Into Dawn – Intermediate No Waste Flying Geese, Stitch and Flip Corners – Melissa Corry
Collage Ornament Table Runner – Beginner Collage Applique – Amy Chappell
Twirling Tulips – Intermediate Curved Piecing – Fran Gulick
Ashbury Quilt – Beginner Strip Piecing, Economy Block Construction, On-Point Construction – Sarah Cain
Tilda Pixel Pillow or Wall Hanging – Beginner EasyPiecing, Color Design – Carmen Geddes
Patchwork Crosses or Lucy Boston – Intermediate English Paper Piecing – LaVonne Jackson
Bloomin’ Summer Posies – Beginner Partial Seam Consturction, Stitch and Flip, Prairie Points and Facing – Deonn Stott
7 PM – 11 PM
LECTURES, TRUNK SHOWS, AND DEMOS
(Included with Garden of Quilts Admission)
Coming Soon!
CLASSES
9 AM – 4 PM
Paris Je T’Aime – Intermediate Foundation Paper Piecing – Veruschka Zarte
9 AM – 12 NOON
Turnovers – Beginner Piecing Techniques, Pieced Sashing – Melissa Corry
Pumpkins & Cream – Intermediate Sew and Flip, Small Blocks, Low Volume Background – Joanna Figueroa
Heirloom Cats – – Beverly McCullough and Amanda Niederhauser
Flores Quilt – Beginner Foundation Paper Piecing – Laura Duran & Lina Owen
Vivienne Quilt – Beginner Precision and Speed Piecing, Easy Applique, Pre-Cut Mitered Borders – Deonn Stott
Fam Jams – Advanced Beginner Traditional Piecing, Color Placement, Directional Fabric – Jen Belnap
Nutcracker Tradition Quilt – Intermediate Piecing, Cutting, Color Planning, Borders – Jennifer Long
Stitch & Stash – Intermediate Foundation Paper Piecing, Binding, Quilting – Liza Taylor
Whimsical Owls Collage – Beginner Raw Edge Fabric Collage with Glue, Color Theory – Jane Haworth
2 PM – 5 PM
Alhambra – Intermediate 3 Pin Curves, No Waste Lattice Blocks, Stitch and Flip Units – Melissa Corry
Christmas Cheer – Intermediate Corner Triangle/Stitch and Flip, Piecing – Karen Walker
Dwelling Place – Intermediate Templates, Paper Piecing – Charisma Horton
Annabelle Quilt – Beginner Cutting and Piecing, Snowball Corners – Fran Guilick
Spinning Swallows Mini Quilt – Advanced Beginner AccuQuilt Dies, Piecing, Color Value Placement – Chantelle Bailey
Patchwork Quilt – Intermediate Traditional Piecing, Color Placement, Directional Fabrics – Jen Belnap
Cake Stacks – Beginner Stack ‘n Wack, Applique – Heather Kidd
Ruby Star in a Square – Beginner Piecing, Rulers – Paula McKinlay
7 PM – 11 PM
LECTURES, TRUNK SHOWS, AND DEMOS
(Included with Garden of Quilts Admission)
Coming Soon!
CLASSES
9 AM – 4 PM
Nordic Whimsy – Intermediate Foundation Paper Piecing – Veruschka Zarte
Lucy’s Charm – Intermediate Oversize Piecing, Tools – Raija Salomaa
Purdy Bird – Intermediate Curved Piecing, Foundation Paper Piecing, Easy Applique – Deonn Stott
9 AM – 12 NOON
Nordic Nights – Intermediate 3 Pin Curves – Melissa Corry
Poppies & Stitch Fabric Collage – Beginner Fabric Collage, Hand Stitching – Jane Haworth
Midnight Garden – All Levels Color Mixing, Brushwork, Fabric Preparation – Jaimie Davis
Mr. Tom T. Gobble – Intermediate Precision Piecing Techniques – Karen Walker
Pretty Maids Quilt – Intermediate Traditional Piecing, Crochet – Laura Strickland
Nocturno Quilt – Beginner Applique with Sew-In Interfacing – Laura Duran & Lina Owen
Summer Fruit Mini Pillow – Beginner Felt Applique and Embroidery – Amy Chappell
2 PM – 5 PM
Braided Irish Chain – Beginner Strip Piecing, Basic Piecing – Melissa Corry
The Makers Pouch by Foundation Paper Piecing – Intermediate Foundation Paper Piecing, Zippers, Using Vinyl, Quilting – Liza Taylor
Christmas Home Quilt – Beginner Traditional Piecing, Color and Fabric Placement – Jen Belnap
Haight Quilt – Intermediate Scant Seam Allowance, Half Square Triangle Construction, Stitch and Flip – Sarah Cain
Jingle All the Way – Beginner Fusible Raw Edge Applique, Embellishments – Laura Strickland
Plots – Intermediate Focus Fabrics – Charisma Horton
Stash Hash – Confident Beginner – Seam Allowance, Half Square Triangles, Scraps – Amber Johnson
Garden of Quilts 2026 Shop Owner Track
Are you a passionate quilt shop owner or online retailer looking to improve efficiency, increase your revenue, or build your social channels? Look no further! Join us once again for an exclusive Shop Owner Education Track during the 2026 Garden of Quilts event, specially designed to inspire & empower you! This track is also appropriate for those with a dream of turning their love for quilting into a successful business venture.
This is your opportunity to:
- Learn industry insights from top experts
- Get a behind-the-scenes look at what’s coming next from Riley Blake Designs
- Network with like-minded shop owners in a stunning setting
Shop Owner Track: $900 per person
Shop Owner Track: Locals
Enjoy the same perks of the Shop Owner Track while staying in the comfort of your own home. The Shop Owner Track: Local version has all of the same Garden of Quilts fun without the hotel cost.
Shop Owner Track – Local: $500 per person
What’s included:
- Two days of compelling and relevant shop owner focused classes from experienced presenters – including Social Media Bootcamp, keynote from Heidi Kaisand of Creative Retailer, ROI for your shop, how to create high-performing BOMs with Karen Montgomery, an overview of a new customer portal called Stash, how to make a Lori Holt SAL a standout experience for your shop by Lori Holt herself and so much more!
- Lunch on class days
- Room at a partner hotel for four nights (or choose your own accommodation with the Local Shop Owner Track package)
- VIP seating at An Evening with Joanna Figueroa on Wednesday
- Ticket to the Friday evening crowd-favorite Meet the Maker event
- Friday and Saturday Garden of Quilts admission ticket to explore the hundreds of quilts, attend the free lectures and trunk shows in the Lecture Tent, and more
- Show Special: 10% credit up to a maximum of $900 – $5K order minimum – No discount stacking (including price levels)
Sewing Machine Rental
Rental – $45
(One time fee, per person)
Calling Garden of Quilts travelers – leave the machine at home and rent a sewing machine instead! For less than the cost of a checked bag on most airlines, you can reserve one of our machines for the duration of the festival, set up for you in each of your classes.
When and where is the show held?
The Garden of Quilts show will be held at the Ashton Gardens. The Gardens are one of five venues located on the Thanksgiving Point campus in Lehi, Utah. Lehi is located right off the I-15 corridor in between the Salt Lake and Provo metropolitan centers.
The Vendor Marketplace is located at the Thanksgiving Point Show Barn at 2476 W Sycamore Lane, Lehi UT 84048.
What are the show hours?
Garden of Quilts is open Friday, September 18 from 9 am to 8 pm and Saturday, September 19 from 9 am – 6 pm.
The Vendor Marketplace is open Friday, September 18 from 9 am to 8 pm and Saturday, September 19 from 9 am – 5 pm.
Classes will run Wednesday September 16 to Saturday September 19.
What does it cost to come to the show?
There are various ticket types and prices depending on days and duration of your intended visit. View 2026 ticket options here.
What does admission include?
Your Garden of Quilts admission includes entry to the Ashton Gardens for the day(s) specified. Friday and Saturday admission includes access to the vendor marketplace as well as all the additional public presentations, activities, and trunk shows. General admission does not include individual classes.
What is “Meet the Maker”?
This event provides guests an opportunity to meet and interact to presenters and designers as they share their stories, quilts, products, and other projects during this fun evening.
How do I find a quilt at the show?
You are in luck! There will be so many quilts it will be impossible to not find one—or a hundred. Broadly, quilts will be displayed according to specific themes, features, or techniques all throughout the 50-acre Ashton Gardens. All guests will be provided a program and map to help them navigate and ensure their experience is meaningful. Additionally, our volunteers and staff throughout the Gardens will have additional information and can provide you assistance in locating a specific quilt or artist you might be looking for.
What if I am having difficulty buying tickets/registering for classes online?
We apologize for the difficulty. We want to make sure your questions are answered, and needs are met. Please call our main Thanksgiving Point information line at 801-768-2300 and one of our representatives will be happy to assist you with your registration over the phone.
Are outside vendors allowed to participate?
Yes, we will have numerous food and retail vendors participate in the event. A list will be available this summer as they have are confirmed.
Garden of Quilts Vendor Applications
Will there be merchandise available to purchase?
Yes! The ability to shop from beautiful and unique products is half the fun. Whether you are looking for fabric for your next project or just a fun treat, the Garden of Quilts show will feature a marketplace of thoughtfully curated shops and vendors that is sure to provide something to delight you.
Will golf carts be available to rent?
Due to the volume of guests and the layout of the event golf carts will not be available to rent to individual guests. There will however be an extensive complementary shuttle system running continual loops throughout the entire Gardens allowing guests the opportunity to hop on and off at numerous locations. We have designed this service to meet our guest’s needs for mobility as well as allow everyone to enjoy a relaxing experience in the Gardens.
Are wheelchairs allowed/available to rent?
Yes, we have a limited number of manual wheelchairs available for rent for $10. There are additional discounts for members for Thanksgiving Point Members.
Is there accessible parking?
Yes, we have many designated parking stalls for those with accessibility concerns and the proper handicap parking credentials.
Will there be a shuttle service?
There will be numerous shuttle options available. Within the Gardens there will be a golf cart shuttle option to assist guests in navigating the gardens. Depending on parking lot volume we will make a parking lot shuttle available once we meet a certain threshold. Our local hotel partners will also be offering their shuttles to guests of their hotels that will have drop-offs at the Ashton Gardens as well as other nearby places of interest (dependent on individual hotel policy).
I am coming from out of town. What else is there to do in the area?
Thanksgiving Point is a unique complex that—in addition to our Gardens–includes two world-class museums: the Museum of Natural Curiosity and the Mountain America Museum of Ancient Life, a working farm, and the Butterfly Biosphere where guests can experience all the creepy-crawlies and a stunning conservatory that is home to over a thousand glittering butterflies.
In addition to on campus options we are within a short drive of countless natural and cultural destinations such as the Timpanogos Caves, Sundance Resort, Olympic Park, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Temple Square, Family Search, Hogle Zoo, Living Planet Aquarium, art museums, multiple theaters, and so much more.
Is this a suitable event for children?
Facilitation and activities for this event are much more geared towards adults and older teens. We love families and want guests of all ages to feel welcome. Due to the nature of the exhibit we ask that parents and caregivers keep their children with them and help them respect the quilts by not touching.
What kind of quilts will be in the show?
We expect all kinds of quilt designs and all levels from beginner to expert. All submissions are welcome!
If you are a quilter and would like to include your work in the show we would love to have you join in on the fun. Click HERE for more information regarding submitting a quilt—or five.
What options are there for lodging near the venue?
Ashton Gardens is ideally situated near several hotel properties.
Where is the nearest airport?
The Salt Lake International Airport is located 30 miles to the North of the Ashton Gardens. In ideal traffic, it is a 40-60 minute commute. The Provo Regional Airport is situated 22 miles to the South of us and is approximately a 30 drive in ideal traffic.
How do I submit my quilt for exhibition?
Learn about submitting a quilt HERE.
Where and when do I deliver my quilt?
It is important that quilts not be dropped off or delivered until requested. Those requests will be accompanied with detailed information regarding the delivery and return of your quilt.
Can anyone apply to enter a quilt in the show?
Yes! We are looking for all kinds of quilt designs and all levels from beginner to expert! As long as it is submitted by the creator(s) of the quilt, we’re interested!
What does it cost to enter a quilt to the show?
It doesn’t cost anything to apply to submit a quilt. For those whose quilts are accepted we charge a $30 entry fee. This fee covers up to five quilts and is required to help offset the cost of return shipping.
When will notification letters go out?
Final decisions will be made by our jury in late July and notification letters will be e-mailed to those who applied on or before August 7, 2026.
What is the deadline for accepting quilts?
Quilt applications can be submitted through July 31, 2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time.
Can I personally deliver/pick-up my quilt rather than shipping it?
Absolutely! For those of you that live locally we will have arrangements for both drop-off and pick-up. There will be more details provided with acceptance letters when they are sent out.
Do I need to bring my sewing machine?
Machine rentals are one of our most asked about amenities. Reserve a machine for the duration of the festival and we will make sure that there is a machine set-up in your classes with your name on it—ready and waiting just for you! Sewing Machine Rentals are available HERE.
What does a class registration include?
The class fee covers the teachers fee and tuition for the class only.
What is a kit fee?
A kit fee includes all of the consumable materials needed to complete the project being covered in the class. For instance, the fabric and notions to create the quilt.
What are supplies?
Supplies are typically additional tools you will need to complete your project during class. These typically include things like scissors, pins, marking pencils, etc. Fabric may also be listed in a supplies list if the class does not include a kit. Larger equipment not on the list, such as irons, will be provided for each class.
How do I sign up to volunteer?
We invite anyone aged 18 or older that has a few hours to give to apply to be a volunteer.
What does volunteering look like at the Garden of Quilts?
The Garden of Quilts is sizable production. We will utilize the generous service of well over 100 volunteers. While each task may be a little different, the average shift lasts four hours. This year, we are in need of volunteers to assist in keeping the displayed quilts safe and to provide a friendly face for our visitors throughout the garden. At Thanksgiving Point we love our volunteers and count on them as partners to help make our experiences great.
What is the time commitment involved with being a volunteer?
If you want to volunteer, we want to have you participate! There are so many different ways to help out we will find a position that meets your needs and limitations. From two hours to two-hundred, we will gladly consider you for part of the team.
Garden of Quilts is Supported By:
SUPPORTING SPONSORS:
Joseph & Kathleen Sorenson Legacy Foundation
The Kahlert Foundation
Nu Skin
The Pestana Family
Rio Tinto
WCF
Williamsen Family Foundation
Big-D Construction
Brad & Jenny Parker
Brent & Cheri Andrus
Central Bank
Deseret Management Corporation
Kem & Carolyn Gardner
KLAS Research
Oakdell Farms, LLC
Sam & Mary Dunn
Swire Coca-Cola
Tribe House
US Synthetic
Utah Broadband
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