Lots of variety of animals. They are currently doing construction in a couple of the areas so you…read morecan't access everything. I do wish they had more animals compared to Birds and insects. However, it is a neat place to walk around and a good activity to do.

The Monte L Bean Life Science Museum at BYU was such a fun and surprisingly fascinating stop. The…read moreexhibits were really well done, especially the life sized animals that make you feel like you're walking through a natural history book. Seeing a liger in person completely blew my mind since I honestly thought that was something made up for Napoleon Dynamite. The whole museum is engaging without feeling overwhelming, and the fact that it's entirely free makes it even more impressive. It's one of those places that sneaks up on you and ends up being way more interesting than you expect.

It's a beautiful September day, 90 degrees and my friends invited me to Shopfest for a day of food…read moreand shopping. Parking near the park entrance is most popular but the most crowded; total hassle. You want to park in the dirt lot behind the stage. That's where the food venues are. Today's there was a very good Bluegrass band... There is a water park where the kids played, the actual park area is huge beyond the water park... I didn't count the food venues but there was BBQ, grilled chicken, Neapolitan pizza oven that all had lines. Lots of families and a good crowd.

Real Salt Lake's home stadium is now called America's First Field. The stadium is very nice. Every…read moreseat has a terrific view. The stadium is well managed and clean. There are plenty of concessions available. The home games are VERY family-friendly. The main jumbotron is on the south end of the pitch, where the home team's boosters beat drums, sing songs and lead chants in support of the team. The home games are a lot of fun. They're even more fun at this moment, because the team is very good. The game against Houston Dynamo on July 3 put the team back into a virtual tie for first place in the Western Conference. And the post-game fireworks, during which they let the fans onto the pitch, were terrific. Real Salt Lake is Utah's only professional football team and its games are well worth attending.

I have been here for about five different games. I have sat on each side as well as up in the…read morestands and right on the field. Each time has been a great experience at these games. They are always so very packed and there are a lot of passionate fans. The beers usually cost around $15. But this is normal for any type of event in Salt Lake. They have many food, options and activities outside the stadium while you wait or in between for halftime. The tickets are pretty cheap and if you have a last-minute plan, you can get some. I would recommend going to if you have not been and buy some cheap tickets. The views are great, no matter where you sit.

The Most Colorful Morning You Will Ever Have at 6:00 AM…read moreThere are not many things worth setting an alarm for at 5:00 in the morning. This is one of them. The Provo Freedom Festival Balloon Fest is a three day annual celebration of the Fourth of July held at Fox Field on Freedom Boulevard, and it is exactly the kind of event that reminds you why summer in Utah is something special. Pilots from across the country bring their balloons to the Wasatch foothills and what unfolds over those three days is one of the most visually spectacular community events in the state. Arrive early. We mean it. Getting there around 5:30 am puts you on the field while the crews are still inflating the balloons, and watching a seven story tall colossus slowly rise against the backdrop of the Wasatch Mountains is something that does not have a good comparison. Sixty to eighty feet of color and fabric filling with air while the mountains glow in the early morning light is the kind of moment you reach for your camera and realize no photo will fully do it justice. Go anyway, take the pictures anyway. A tip for families: the crew members of each balloon are friendly and genuinely happy to talk. Ask them for their balloon card. Kids can collect a card from every balloon on the field and it turns the whole experience into an impromptu treasure hunt. Then come back for the glow event, which happens one night during the three day run and is worth rearranging your schedule for. The balloons stay grounded but are fully inflated and lit from within by their propane burners in sync with music. Watching these giants pulse and glow in the dark while the crowd gathers around them is a completely different experience from the morning flights and every bit as memorable. We grabbed a sugar waffle from the Waffle Love truck and wandered between the glowing balloons in the evening air, and it was the kind of night that sticks with you. A few practical notes before you go. This is a free event with no tickets required, which makes it even more remarkable for what it delivers. Parking is the one challenge. Neighboring businesses offer paid parking for around ten dollars, which is worth it if you want convenience. If you prefer free, arrive early and look for the field parking behind the hospital. Come late and you will be walking. Full marks. Some experiences justify every star and then some. Put it on the calendar now for next July.

The balloon festival has become a yearly tradition. It's amazing every time. It's just something we…read morenever tire of seeing. It's fun to bring friend and family that come into town to experience the beauty and magic of it all. We show up early, bring blankets and breakfast and enjoy the show. It's a must see for all ages.

This experience has been pretty hit or miss…read more There have been times where there's butterflies all over the place and you can get one to land on your finger pretty easily. However, other times our kids are pretty deflated because there are hardly any, and those that are there all look the same or are well out of reach. It's still fun to check out, but only if you have the pass to all the attractions. I wouldn't pay to just visit this one

Pretty cool experience for kids. It's really neat seeing the butterflies whiz all around you and…read moreeven land on you. Will definitely be back! *Side note parents please don't allow your children to hurt these beautiful beings! We saw children screaming, chasing and harassing the butterflies that were within reach. So unnecessary!

Found some cool posts online about this family setting up a light show for the sake of the holiday…read morespirits. Wow! Really enjoyed the wonderful synchronization of music with the colorful lights. They definitely put a lot of effort into making this entertaining for guests. This is a no-cost, high quality light show that is very accessible from the I-15. Around 7 there are already a lot of cars parked right outside, so I recommend getting here early to secure a good spot. It doesn't seem people get outside the vehicle, perhaps out of courtesy or because of the cold, but I was able to hold my daughter and let her enjoy the light show relatively close up. Highly recommended if you're looking for something more chill at no cost (although I've heard the thanksgiving point lights are quite good). Thanks again for setting up such a cool light show and awesome e music too

One of the best Christmas lights decorations in Utah. On my list is the number #2. A must see!read more

It's a fun annual event that the city puts on. Utah had no shortage of celebrations through the…read moresummer, and most of the cities and towns' festivals are pretty comparable to one another. Orem Summerfest is a little bigger than most, but Orem is bigger than most. Plenty of decent vendors, a lot of overpriced food, rides that cost too much money, and plenty of performances all day long of local groups. It's fun to just walk around and maybe splurge a little on a few rides and a funnel cake, but unless you have kids and want to spend a bunch of money, everything here seems expensive for what it is.

It keeps getting better every year. The setup this year was excellent. Good vendors, and other…read morebooths. The music was good, and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. It was a family friendly good time had by all that I saw. The Republications showed their diversity by not showing up. All others parties came. That's all expected in this market. It would have been nicer if more food trucks had come, but the one serving main courses was one I'd been wanting to try. I was very happy with their food.

We have very unique community, that has some extreme challenges when it comes to accepting everyone…read morefor who the are. With the dominate religion being the leader of exclusion, it's hard to gain traction with an event like this. I love this a valley and the people that are here. It is so heart warming to see a turn out like this. This is an extremely family friendly event, and the overall feeling is loving and accepting to everyone. SO glad to be a part of this movement!