Posted on 9/30/2021

Top 5 Kid-Friendly Activities in Utah this Fall

Utah is the most beautiful place to watch Summer fade into Winter. As the colors on the trees change, Utah turns into a bright and warm Autumn dream world. There are hundreds of activities to keep you busy this Fall, but these are our Top 5

1. Visit Green Acres Dairy Farm

Green Acres feels as if it was taken straight from a children?s story book. Enjoy the full experience by navigating the corn maze, visiting the petting zoo, and visiting  the pumpkin patch to pick the perfect pumpkin on your way home.

Green Acres is open

Mon-Thurs 4pm-9pm, Friday 4pm-11pm, Saturdays 11am-11pm

Located in Ogden, UT

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2. Take a Scenic Ski Lift Ride at Sundance Resort

It?s one thing to take a scenic drive up the canyon to see the fall leaves changing. It?s another to travel over the trees and get a bird?s eye view. Sundance Resort offers ski lift rides through mid-October. Children under 5 ride free!

Open 11am-5pm every day

Located in Provo Canyon

Purchase tickets online

3. Ride the Heber Valley Pumpkin Train

If you haven?t ridden the Heber Valley Train before, you?re missing out on a classic Utah attraction. Each October the Heber Valley Railroad turns into a Halloween-themed ride through the changing colors of Autumn.

Open Thursdays-Saturdays in October

Located in Heber City

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4. Explore Gardner Village?s Infamous WitchFest

WitchFest is the perfect place for a girl?s night out, although boys are welcome too of course!  Gardner Village dresses up for Halloween by placing witches all throughout the village. The stores and restaurants follow suit to create a magical evening out. Come wearing your best witch hat!

WitchFest lasts from September 18-October 30th

Tickets not required

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5. See the Boo Lights at the Hogle Zoo

Each year the Hogle Zoo lights up the night with their Halloween-themed light displays. See tons of lights, explore a bat cave, and walk through a wizarding-themed maze. You can even ride the train at night!

The Boo Lights are open

Monday-Saturday 6:30PM-9:30PM in October

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Take advantage of all Utah has to offer this Fall, and give your kids an experience they will never forget. Finish your day full of fun by retreating to one of our perfect homes sitting by the fire or relaxing in the hot tub. See you soon!

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