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Thanksgiving Point is the place where meaningful family memories are made. As a member, you’ll enjoy access to all seven venues (and even more coming soon).
Free Events & Experiences for Members:
Scarecrow Festival | October 13-18 | Ashton Gardens: Celebrate fall at the Scarecrow Festival in Ashton Gardens! Stroll through 50 acres of beautiful autumn colors and discover dozens of imaginative scarecrows created and submitted by the community.
Spooktober | October 1-31: Celebrate Spooktober Oct 1–31 at Thanksgiving Point! Explore decorated venues, scavenger hunts, STEM fun, and family costume parties.
Daily STEM Discovery Programs: Enjoy over 150 Daily STEM Discovery Programs at our venues, free with your membership!
October Member Benefits & Discounts:
Luminaria Pre-Sale | October 1-31: Step into the greatest event of the season at Thanksgiving Point’s Luminaria, Utah’s biggest and brightest holiday tradition. Beginning November 13, stroll through 50 acres with over 8 million twinkling lights, glowing displays, and holiday joy. Presale tickets are more than 10% off from October 1 through October 31. Do not wait, Luminaria sells out every year. Best Dates / Times will sell out fast. Sign up for updates!
Breakfast With Santa | Member Pre-Sale: October 1-7: Celebrate the season with Breakfast with Santa at Thanksgiving Point! Gather your family for a morning filled with holiday cheer. Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, decorate cookies, visit Santa’s reindeer, and take part in other festive activities.
Scarecrow 5k | October 18: Get into costume for a fall run full of thrills and chills! Dash through the scenic Ashton Gardens, past community-built scarecrows—and beware...some scarecrows are ALIVE. They’re waiting to give you a fright as you conquer this festive 3.1-mile race. All participants receive a Scarecrow 5K race shirt, a finisher medal, and the satisfaction of escaping the scarecrows! The 5K is wheels-friendly, so strollers and running aides are welcome.
Cornbelly's | September 19 - November 1: Get lost in Utah's original corn maze and pumpkin fest, located at Thanksgiving Point. With 60+ attractions and events, this fall festival is perfect for the whole family. 25% discount for Thanksgiving Point members! Show your membership at the Cornbelly's ticket booth to get the discount.
NEW 10% Discount at the Brick Canvas Café: Join us at the all-new Brick Canvas Café for refreshed dining and grab-and-go options. The new menu includes both regular and gluten-free options upon request. 10% discount for Thanksgiving Point members.
Unlimited Access
You never have to pay for admission to our award-winning discovery centers, no matter how often you and your family visit.
Exclusions apply to signature experiences.
Guest Passes
All member guests receive half-off admission to Thanksgiving Point’s world-class discovery centers. That means play dates are half off!
Red Carpet Treatment
See the newest and coolest exhibits before the public and get special pre-sale opportunities for our biggest and best events with a Thanksgiving Point membership.
Discounts Across Property
Get a 10% discount every time you dine, shop, or register for programs at Thanksgiving Point.
Guest Passes
Your guests receive 50% off admission to Thanksgiving Point’s world-class discovery centers. That means play dates are half off!
Red Carpet Treatment
You always see the newest and coolest exhibits before the public and get special pre-sale opportunities for our biggest and best events.
Discounts Across Property
You always get a 10% discount when you dine, shop, or register for programs at Thanksgiving Point.
Ongoing Member Benefits
Unlimted access to all seven Thanksgiving Point venues (Museum of Natural Curiosity, Curiosity Farms, Ashton Gardens, Mountain America Museum of Ancient Life, The Carousel, Butterfly Biosphere, and Mountain America Jurassic Jungle)
Thanksgiving Point app with exclusive updates
50% discount on admission for accompanying guests (members must be present)
50% off All-Access Guests (members must be present)
10% discount at Tower Deli
10% discount at Harvest Restaurant
10% discount at Ice Age Creamery
10% discount on Youth Education, Gardening, & Cooking classes
The American Horticultural Society’s Reciprocal Admissions Program: free admission to nearly 300 gardens throughout North America and the Cayman Islands. Institutions less than 90 miles away from Thanksgiving Point or your residence are not included. Proof of residence (photo ID) may be required.
Thanksgiving Point Golf Club: Members who present a valid Thanksgiving Point membership card can receive $5 Medium Bucket of Range Balls, 10% off in the Clubhouse Grill, and 20% off on Golf. Restrictions apply. Check our website for more information.