Thanksgiving Point is one of the best spots for entertainment along the Wasatch Front. If you want indoor fun, you can check out a movie at the Larry H. Miller Megaplex or visit the dinosaurs at the Museum of Ancient Life. When the weather’s nice, bask in the sun and get some fresh air on a stroll through Ashton Gardens during the tulip festival in Utah, then stop by to say “hello” to the animals who live at Farm Country. This is one of the best things to do in spring in Utah!

Thanksgiving Point, Utah, has just about every kind of entertainment imaginable, and there's something here for every member of the family all year long. When you visit In the spring, you'll find some extra-special attractions.
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When you visit Thanksgiving Point during the springtime, you'll find fields of tulips, a butterfly biosphere, and baby farm animals.
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The Tulip Festival runs from early April through mid-May. The beds at Ashton Gardens fill with beautiful blooms in many hues - little gems of springtime beauty!
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In fact, more than 750,000 flowers will be on display during this spring festival including tulips, daffodils, and poppies.
Learn about the pretty tulips on a Guided Garden Walk, or just stroll through at your leisure. You can also take home a tulip bouquet for just a small fee. Bring your entire family and enjoy the beauty of the area — it's a great way to spend some time outside while enjoying the spring weather.
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Farm Country is a favorite for guests of all ages. It's home to all kinds of animals including chickens, goats, sheep, horses, cows, pigs, and even peacocks.
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When you visit during the month of April, you'll get to meet some adorable baby animals.
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There's just nothing sweeter than a cute little calf or a tiny baby bunny. If you're lucky, you might even get to see a chick hatch in the incubation station.
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While you're visiting Farm Country, you might want to go for a wagon ride, milk a cow, or ride a pony, too!
Springtime weather can be fickle, but a little rain won't ruin your day at Thanksgiving Point. Just head to the 40,000-square-foot Butterfly Biosphere for some indoor fun.
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The Butterfly Biosphere is home to thousands of live butterflies from around the world, as well as beetles, tarantulas, and all kinds of insects. There are even family-friendly activities throughout the entire week including a butterfly release experience, a hands-on storytelling activity, and critter encounters.
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You can choose to visit just one of Thanksgiving Point's attractions for a set admission price or purchase an Explorer Pass that will get you into Ashton Gardens, Farm Country, Butterfly Biosphere, the Museum of Natural Curiosity, and the Museum of Ancient Life.

Thanksgiving Point is open Monday through Saturday, and closed Sunday. Check out the following video from At Your Leisure to learn even more about the Thanksgiving Point Tulip Festival in Utah.

Visit the Thanksgiving Point website to learn more about the Tulip Festival, Butterfly Biosphere, and Farm Country; you’ll want to make reservations in advance. Follow Thanksgiving Point’s Facebook page to see what’s new there this week!

What are some of your favorite things to do at Thanksgiving Point? Have you attended the Tulip Festival in Utah? Are there other destinations where you can view tulips in Utah? Let us know in the comments!

Looking for more things to do in Utah in spring? Check out this list of the best hikes in Utah, and don’t forget to download the AllTrails+ app to guide you on your trail adventures!

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What are some things I should know before visiting Thanksgiving Point’s Museum of Ancient Life?

The Museum of Ancient Life is just one of the many things you can do at Thanksgiving Point. This incredible museum in Utah is home to one of the world’s largest display of complete dinosaur skeletons and it's loved by adults and children alike. To make sure that you have a wonderful and unforgettable experience, keep the following in mind:

  •  You will find more than 60 complete mounted skeletons at this museum.
  • Make sure to check out the ancient fish during your visit.
  • This family-friendly museum has plenty of hands-on activities for all ages.
  • Watch paleontologists and volunteers at work.
  • This museum is open Monday through Saturday and you can easily spend a few hours exploring this incredible destination.

 

What other activities should I add to my spring bucket list in Utah?

  • Visit Red Butte Garden: Here, you can view thousands of daffodils in the garden and it is beautiful!
  • Explore St. George:  Spring in St. George is perfect! The temperatures in southern Utah this time of year fall between 80 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit making it an excellent time to get outdoors.
  • Utah State Capitol: The capitol building is home to numerous cherry trees that are enchanting during the spring!
  • A spring hike: There are many easy, yet beautiful hikes that you’ll want to explore during the spring months.

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