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Spring is finally here and there will soon be bright colors, blooming flowers and warming temperatures. There's no better time to get outside and explore with the family! If you're looking for a great adventure, This Is The Place has a fun spring event for anyone to enjoy—from animal lovers to train enthusiasts.
With so much fun in store, visiting this beautiful park is a must-do this season—grab your friends, family members, or head out alone to experience any of these fun spring events.
Baby Animal Celebration
The Baby Animal Celebration is the perfect pre-Easter activity for children of all ages! Visitors have the chance to cozy up with, watch, and learn about the baby goats, chicks, sheep, and other animals. Kids can also participate in other activities such as storytelling, a parade with BoPeep and the infamous candy cannon. Join the celebration on April 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn more about the even and purchase tickets on their website.
Train Day
On May 10, 1869 Utah helped make history by driving the Golden Spike at Promontory Point. This spike at Promontory Point connected the eastern and western United States making transcontinental travel and trade possible. On May 10, celebrate the historic moment at This Is The Place Park's Train Day. With model railroads, train rides across the park, and much more, the event wonderfully encapsulates that transcontinental vibe from 1869. Train Day is one day only, so get your tickets ahead of time.
Mountain Man Rendezvous
Before the pioneers arrived in the Salt Lake Valley, it was home to Mountain Men like Jim Bridger and Jedediah Smith. To learn more about how Utah's forefathers lived, visitors can head to This Is The Place on June 9 or 10 to fully immerse themselves in the lifestyles of mountain men. This educational event is perfect for families of all ages and comes complete with fun activities, and provides visitors with the perfect opportunity to get outside and enjoy the sunshine while learning these mountain men.
Huntsman Day
A favorite event among locals is Huntsman Day—one of the only days of the year visitors can enjoy the park for free, thanks to a generous grant from John Hunstman and the Hunstman Foundation. But the fun of Huntsman Day doesn't stop at free admission—thanks to contributions from the Hunstman family, guests can enjoy a free treat as well as dozens of free activities. So far, the park has hosted more than 50,000 guests at the event over the past 10 years. Keep an eye on the events webpage for the upcoming date announcement.
From petting zoos to historic train rides, there's an event for everyone at This Is The Place.
And with rates starting at just $18.95 per adult and $14.95 for children, you won't have to sacrifice budget over time spent with your family and friends. Even better, children under two years old and season pass holders can enjoy all events free. No matter which event you choose, get ready to check out all that This Is The Place has to offer.
