Name: Scarecrow Festival 2026
Start: 2026-10-12
End: 2026-10-17

Visit Salt Lake

Salt Lake is the place where the Wasatch mountain peaks frame city streets. Sure, Salt Lake's famed for our winter powder ([four legendary ski resorts](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/skiing-snowboarding/) just 30 minutes from downtown), but that's just one season's story. Summer brings families [hiking through wildflower meadows](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/) before cooling off at a Jazz game or the Gateway fountains. Autumn paints our mountain canyons in gold, perfect for morning strolls that end at local coffee shops. Spring? That's when you might spot baby bison on Antelope Island before heading to the Eccles Theater for a Broadway show. Our soaring Wasatch Mountains rise dramatically from downtown Salt Lake, creating a place where every day offers both natural wonders and urban energy. And while we sit perfectly between the [national parks](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/things-to-do/outdoor-recreation/state-national-parks/) with Yellowstone's geysers and Utah's red rock country, the real magic happens right here, where everyone can [discover the history](https://www.visitsaltlake.com/plan-your-visit/about-salt-lake/) of the city as they find their own rhythm between mountain adventure and city life.

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See Ashton Gardens transform into 50 acres of vibrant autumn colors as you discover dozens of imaginative scarecrows and creatively carved pumpkins submitted by the community at Scarecrow Festival. Along the way, enjoy festive seasonal displays, delicious food, local vendors, and family friendly activities on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday while soaking in the magic of the season.October 12 – 17, 20269 am – 7 pmLate Opening: October 17, 10 amFestival Market and Concessions: October 15-17This calendar listing is brought to you by NowPlayingUtah.com, Utah's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Utah Cultural Alliance.

Scarecrow Festival 2026

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