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Spring in Utah doesn’t officially arrive until the Tulip Festival at Ashton Gardens is in full bloom. From April 6 through May 16, Thanksgiving Point’s beloved Tulip Festival transforms the 50-acre Ashton Gardens into a vibrant, world-class spring destination—making it one of the largest and most popular tulip festivals in the nation. If you’re planning …

The Thanksgiving Point Tulip Festival returns to Ashton Gardens for six unforgettable weeks, April 6 through May 16, showcasing more than 1 million blooms across 50 acres of gardens here in Utah County.  Recognized as Utah’s premier spring festival and a ten-year Best of State award winner, our Tulip Festival is the largest spring flower …

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 …

Looking for a fun-filled day in Utah that blends learning, play, and connection? Thanksgiving Point in Lehi is your go-to destination. With seven discovery venues, award-winning restaurants, unique shopping, and endless hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone — from toddlers to grandparents.  Here are 10 tips to help you plan the perfect day at Thanksgiving Point — packed with …

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 …

Looking for the perfect fall festival in Utah? The Scarecrow Festival at Thanksgiving Point is back October 13–18, 2025, at Ashton Gardens in Lehi, Utah. This family-friendly event combines beautiful autumn scenery, community creativity, and festive fall fun that everyone can enjoy. With dozens of scarecrows, a lively 5K run, delicious food, and exciting activities, …

Step into a world where handcrafted quilts sway gently among blooming flowers in Utah’s most breathtaking outdoor quilt display. Garden of Quilts returns this September to Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point, and it’s not just for seasoned quilters – it’s a vibrant, immersive creative experience for young makers, artists, garden lovers, and the Salt Lake …

Labor Day weekend is the perfect time to celebrate the end of summer with family and friends – and there is no better place to do it than at the annual Labor Day Luau at Thanksgiving Point’s Ashton Gardens on Monday, September 1, 2025. This one-of-a-kind event combines delicious Hawaiian-inspired food, breathtaking performances, and unforgettable …

LEHI, Utah (August 12, 2025) – Over 500 hand-made quilts gently swaying in the breeze create the Garden of Quilts Festival, a one-of-a-kind celebration of fabric artistry in Thanksgiving Point’s Ashton Gardens on September 12 and 13. Presented with Riley Blake Designs, Garden of Quilts is Utah’s premier fabric arts festival and a must-visit for …

Calling all adventurers – if you’ve ever dreamed of sailing the high seas, digging for buried treasure, or having a full-scale water balloon war, it’s time to add Pirate Cove and Splash Bay at Imaginaria to your Utah summer bucket list.  Located inside Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point, these two play zones are packed with …