Utah’s Premier Fabric Art Display
Garden of Quilts is a four-day experience centered on creativity, craftsmanship, and community, set within the beauty of Ashton Gardens. Featuring hands-on classes, live demonstrations, trunk shows, and a vibrant vendor marketplace, the event invites guests of all experience levels to explore and engage. At its center is a breathtaking outdoor exhibition of over 500 quilts from artists around the world, thoughtfully displayed throughout the gardens, blending art, nature, and inspiration.
Get a glimpse of the Garden of Quilts with this peaceful walk through.
Utah’s Largest Outdoor Quilt Display
Garden of Quilts will showcase over 500 quilts in the Ashton Gardens. Don’t miss your chance to explore Utah’s largest outdoor quilt exhibition and one of the most popular quilt shows in the world. Choose a one-day admission or immerse yourself in creativity with a Weekend Pass. Get yours today!
One Day Pass
Includes entrance to the Garden of Quilts exhibit in the 50-acre Ashton Gardens, trunk shows, lectures, and demos on either Friday, September 12 or Saturday, September 13.
Weekend Pass
Includes entrance to the Garden of Quilts exhibit in the 50-acre Ashton Gardens, trunk shows, lectures, and demos for both Friday, September 12 and Saturday, September 13.
Where Fabric Artistry Meets Garden Beauty
Don’t miss your chance to experience Utah’s largest outdoor quilt display. Get your tickets today – see you in the gardens!
See Why Our Guests Love Garden of Quilts
"I loved Garden of Quilts! This was my first time attending and I thought it was wonderful. I loved all the quilt displays. I will be back next year for sure!"
Kathy S | Lehi, Utah
"This is the most beautiful quilt show I have ever attended. It was so well put together and I’m already saving money for taking a lot of classes next year!"
Pamela B | Babcock Ranch, Florida
"Such a beautiful place. I can’t describe the peace I felt. The quilts were so awesome to see. The speakers were wonderful!"
Anita F | Livermore, California
"This was my first year attending the Garden of Quilts event. I was overwhelmed with the beauty and quality of the classes, quilts, vendors, trunk shows, and the Ashton Gardens. The volunteers were exceptional! Everything about the Garden of Quilts event was spectacular!"
Sandy T | Roy, Montana
What To Expect at Garden of Quilts
Where Fabric Artistry Meets Garden Beauty
Don’t miss your chance to experience Utah’s largest outdoor quilt display. Get your tickets today – see you in the gardens!
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 anew skill or master your craft as you choose from over 80 different classes, lectures, and demonstrations.
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 wild western-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!
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!
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.
Build Your Quilter Community
Mingle with quilt lovers from around the nation and create your quilter community at Garden of Quilts! Throughout the week, Garden of Quilts offers immersive (and exciting) events, perfect for meeting new friends and discussing your next project. Register now for the exciting events below before they sell out!
World of Lori Holt Event
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.
Tickets are limited—don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
Meet the Maker
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.
Afternoon Tea
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.
Let's Make a Quilt
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!
Evening with Joanna Figuero
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!
See a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the free vendor marketplace!
Where Every Quilt Tells a Story
Garden of Quilts is more than just a quilt exhibition – it’s a living gallery of textile art. Don’t miss your chance to explore Utah’s largest outdoor quilt exhibition and one of the most popular quilt shows in the world. Get your tickets today, register for classes and events, and join us in the gardens September 10-13. See you there!