Planet Play & Buffet

12101 So State Street, Draper

801-572-1122

www.planetplayutah.com

Admission:
Attractions
Go Carts: $4.75-5.75
Bumper Cars: $3
Mini-Bowling: $2.50
Mini-Golf: $3.50
Laser Tag: $4.75


Video Games
Video Games range from $0.25-$3.75


Game Cards
Game Cards: $1.00 each


Hours:

Mon-Thurs: 11:00a.m.-9:00 p.m.

Fri-Sat: 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Sun: 12:00 noon-7:00 p.m.

Step into the excitement of our oversized game room with over 100 video games, Laser Tag, Bumper Cars, Mini Bowling, Go Karts and Glow in the Dark Miniature Golf and MUCH more!

Compilation of information gathered from http://www.planetplayutah.com/index.php

Utah Cultural Celebration Center

1355 West 3100 South
West Valley City, Utah 84119
801-965-5100
www.wvc-ut.gov

Admission: generally free
Hours: varies by event

Click here to see a calendar of events.

The Utah Cultural Celebration Center is dedicated to enriching and strengthening communities by promoting the expression of the arts, education, opportunities for economic development and the celebration of human diversity.


Compilation of information gathered from www.wvc-ut.gov/index.aspx?NID=241

The Flying Ace All-Stars Saturday Freestyle Shows

3419 Olympic Parkway, Park City
435-658-4200
www.olyparks.com/uop

Admission: Summer 2009 Pricing:
Adult: $10
Senior/Youth: $7

Hours:
Every Saturday June 13 - September 5 (2009), at 1:00p.m.; reservations are not required

High-flying action as Olympians and national team athletes put on a 25 minute freestyle aerial show for spectators every Saturday during the summer. This choreographed show with music will leave you breathless as skiers and snowboarders will soar up to 60 feet in the air and perform acrobatic feats before landing in our 750,000 gallon splash pool. This is a great activity for the whole family. Showtime is at 1:00pm.

Directions & Parking
The Utah Olympic Park is accessible eastbound and westbound from I-80, about 28 miles east of downtown Salt Lake City. Take Exit 145 (Kimball Junction) onto Highway 224 going south toward Park City. At the second traffic light, take right turn onto Olympic Parkway on the west side of Highway 224. Drive about one mile up the road to the entrance gatehouse, Olympic legacy plaza and visitor parking.

Compilation of information gathered from www.olyparks.com/uop/shows.asp

This is the Place Heritage Park

2601 E Sunnyside Ave, SLC (Sunnyside Ave runs between 800-850 S)
801-582-1847
www.thisistheplace.org

Heritage Village:
Hours: Sun - Sat 9am-5pm
Trains runs daily from 9am-5pm

Spring and Living History Season: (May-September)
Hours: Monday-Saturday
Admission:
Adults: $8.00
Children (3-11): $6.00
Seniors (55+): $6.00
• Admission includes any three (3) take-home craft, pony ride, mini-train ride. Additional activities $1 per craft or ride.

Spring and Summer Season:
Hours: Sunday - Limited Program
(Self guided tours; train tours)
Admission:
Adults: $5.00
Children (3-11): $3.00
Seniors (55+): $3.00

Fall and Winter Season: (October-April)
Limited Program (Self guided tours; train tours)
Admission:
Adults: $5.00
Children (3-11): $3.00
Seniors (55+): $3.00

(Standard admission prices do not include Holiday programs: Haunted Village, Little Haunts or Christmas events. See event information on their website for prices.)

All summer long you can find pioneers, tradesmen, pony and train rides, kid crafts, Shoshone teepees and Navajo hogans, animals to pet and lots more. On top of that, various special event days will add a kid rodeo, parades, live music and the occasional cannon. Click here for a calendar of different park events (Pioneer Heritage Days, Baby Animal Days, Summer Rodeo, Haunted Village, Candlelight Christmas, etc).


Compilation of information gathered from www.thisistheplace.org

Deseret Peak Complex

Deseret Peak Complex, 2930 West Highway 112, Tooele
435-843-4000 (or) 877-TOOELE5
www.deseretpeakcomplex.com

Just 35 minutes west of Salt Lake City the Deseret Peak Complex features a wide array of venues. There is something to satisfy every sport enthusiast's hunger for excitement. The complex is nestled in the heart of the Tooele Valley and is full of family fun activities.

Admission: varies by event
Children Rules: For most shows and rodeo, children age 4 and under may enter free. Please double check with each individual event for more details per show.

Archery Park
Arenacross
Motocross
Oquirrh Mountain Mining Museum
Pitch 'n Putt Golf Course
Utah State Firefighters Museum
Black Rock Raceway (moved to Millermotor Sports Park)


Other Attractions/Amenities
Motorized Arena
Outdoor Arena
Indoor Arena
Aquatic Center
Softball Complex and Baseball Field
Multi-Purpose Fields
Archery Park
Horse Stables
Large Pavilion
Equestrian Race Track

Directions:
Follow Interstate 80 WEST out of Salt Lake City. Take Exit 99 and follow it south on Highway 36. Large red signs will direct you towards the complex. Turn right at the exit to Grantsville (HWY 138) to Sheep Lane. Take a left at Sheep Lane and follow it until you see the complex on your right at 2930 West Highway 112.

Alternate: Take Exit 88 (Grantsville) off I-80 and go south to HWY 138 (Main Street). Turn EAST on HWY 138,go EAST to Sheep Lane and turn right. Follow Sheep Lane, until you see the complex on your right.

Other alternate: When going EAST on HWY 138 before Sheep Lane is HWY 112, turn right. Follow HWY 112 until you see the complex on your Left.

Parking:
Parking onsite at Deseret Peak Complex. Up to 1600 spaces of available parking.


Compilation of information gathered from www.deseretpeakcomplex.com

Church History Library

15 East North Temple Street, SLC
801-240-2745 (Recorded Information and Library Reference Staff)
801-240-3579 (Gifts and Donations for the Library)
www.lds.org/churchhistory/library

Admission: Free. The Church History Library is open to the general public. Photo identification is required to enter the facility. An application form, to be filled out upon entering the facility, is required for those doing research.

Hours:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-9pm
Saturday: 9am-2pm
Closed: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, July 4th and 24th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (both Thursday and Friday), and Christmas Day.

Parking: The Church History Library is located north of the Church Office Building and East of the Conference Center. Nearby public parking lots are available within one-half block of the facility. Patrons can use all the public parking facilities for a fee.

The collections of the the Church History Library and Archives contain materials chronicling the history of the Church from its beginning in 1830 to the present day. The collections contain manuscripts, books, Church records, photographs, oral histories, architectural drawings, pamphlets, newspapers, periodicals, maps, microforms, and audiovisual materials. The staff creates and maintains catalogs and indexes for accessing this wide variety of information.


Compilation of information gathered from www.lds.org/churchhistory/library
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Salt Lake Cemetery

200 “N” Street, SLC
801-596-5020
www.slcgov.com/publicservices/parks/cemetery.htm
(head east on North Temple Street to 950 East (N Street), then north to 4th Avenue)

Admission: free

Hours:
Cemetery Hours: 365 days a year from 8 a.m. to dusk.
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed weekends and City-observed holidays.

A list of prominent people in the cemetery is available.


Compilation of information gathered from www.slcgov.com/publicservices/parks/cemetery.htm

S & S Shortline Train Park & Museum

577 N 1525 W, Farmington
801-451-0222
www.sssrr.ssshortlineleasing.com

Admission:
Large Train Ride: $3.50
Small Train Ride: $4.50
Handcart Ride: $1.75
Ferris Wheel Ride (CLOSED) $2.00
Mini Golf course (19 holes): $3.50

Hours: (call before you go, to make sure they're open)
1st Saturday of May, June, 2nd Saturday July, 1st Saturday August, September: 10:00am to 6:00pm
CLOSED October thru March
Train Departs Every Half Hour (Weather Permitting)

Available Attractions: Museum -Train Rides -Miniature Golf -Snack Bar -Gift Shop -Picnic Pavilion

Directions: Take the "Park Lane" exit in Farmington. Head west. Turn right at 100 N (Clark Lane). Head west to 1525 W and turn right. Head north. There is a small hill, and right when you reach the top, turn left into the Train Park (it's a little tricky because you have to get to the top of the hill to see who's coming, so it's a bit of a sharp turn).
















Compilation of information gathered from www.sssrr.ssshortlineleasing.com/index.html

Red Butte Garden & Arboretum - Family Nights

300 Wakara Way (2300 E), SLC
801-581-4747 (or) 801-585-0556
www.redbuttegarden.org

June 22 - August 3 (Mondays)

Admission
Monday Family Night Rate: $24 (Includes 2 adults and up to 4 children)
Members: Free

Hours:
Mondays 6:00pm-8:00pm
Shows start at 6:00 pm & 7:00 pm

This year (2009) Monday Family Nights will be filled with colors, sounds, music and dance from around the world. Local Utah cultural groups from diverse backgrounds will provide a wonderful night to enjoy the music and dance from their heritage while children enjoy crafts and activities associated with the many cultures. Join us as we explore the world of diversity in our own community! Click here for a list of dates and performers.


Compilation of information gathered from www.redbuttegarden.org

Red Butte Garden & Arboretum

300 Wakara Way (2300 E), SLC
801-581-4747 (or) 801-585-0556
www.redbuttegarden.org

Admission: includes Children’s Garden
adults: $6
seniors & children: $4
U of U students: free

Hours:
open daily 9:00am-9:00pm

Family Nights: Click here for information.

Red Butte Garden, a part of the University of Utah, is a non-profit organization located in Salt Lake City, Utah. With over 100 acres including display and natural gardens, walking paths and natural areas with hiking trails, Red Butte Garden is the largest botanical garden in the Intermountain West that tests, displays, and interprets regional horticulture.

Click here for a calendar of events, including festival dates, floral and art exhibits information, etc.


Compilation of information gathered from www.redbuttegarden.org

Raging Waters

1200 West 1700 South, SLC
801-972-3300
www.ragingwatersutah.com

Admission: (prices listed include tax)
General Admission (ages 12 and up): $21.27
Junior Admission (ages 3-11): $17.01
Nightwater (4:00-7:30pm): $12.74
Senior Admission (55 and older): $8.48
Spectator: $21.27 (Spectators pay full price admission and receive a special spectator wristband. Spectators are not permitted to enter the water at all. Upon exiting the park, the spectator can go to the ticket booth and receive a $7.00 refund if the wristband is still on the wrist and you have not been in the water.)

Hours:
Mon-Sat 10:30-7:30, Sun 12noon-7:30


Compilation of information gathered from www.ragingwatersutah.com

Cherry Hill

1325 South Main, Kaysville
801-451-5379; Toll Free Reservations: 888-4GO-CAMP
Pie Pantry: 801-451-PIES
www.cherry-hill.com

Admission:
All Day Splash Pass: $17.00
Sr.'s All Day Splash Pass (55 yrs.+): $9.00
Ages 3 & 4: $7.00
Ages 2 & under: FREE
Half Day Splash Pass after 4:30 PM: $10.00 (Prices include tube rental)

Click here for a breakdown of individual pricing on: miniature golf, batting cages, climbing wall, aeroball, and Hamster Haven playport.

Hours: ~All hours depend on the weather~
Monday - Saturday:
Waterpark 10:30am - 8:30pm
Recreation 10:00am - 11:0pm
Closed Sunday

Cherry Hill has been delighting families for more than 40 years with our Water Park, Family Fun Center and Shady Campsites.
Located in Kaysville, Utah on 20 acres that once was a working fruit farm, Cherry Hill has over 700 trees, many of which are cherry trees. Cherry Hill offers a Water Park with water slides, a foam padded River Run, Lazy River, children's water playground called Pirates Cove and 2 pools. Other activities include Batting Cages, Mini Golf, a Climbing ROCK, Video Arcades, Snack Bars and a Restaurant. Each Friday and Saturday evening of the summer, they offer free live entertainment.

Concerts on the Hill
Enjoy FREE concerts under the stars in Grant’s Gulch at Cherry Hillon Friday and Saturday evenings from 9:00 –10:00 p.m. throughout June, July and August. Everyone is welcome. Seating is provided, but you are welcome to bring blankets.


Compilation of information gathered from www.cherry-hill.com

Boondocks Fun Center - Draper

14200 S 75 E, Draper
801-838-9800
www.boondocksfuncenter.com/public/draper

Admission:
General Unlimited Fun (60” and above): $24.95
Junior Unlimited Fun (under 60”): $16.95
Includes: Miniature Golf, Bumper Boats, Laser Tag, Go-Karts (Road Track, Slick Track, Rookie Track), Kiddie Cove, and 10 arcade tokens for general admission, 20 arcade tokens for junior admission.

Click here for a breakdown of price by individual activity.

Limited $12 Tuesday Special (summers only from 4-9pm)

Hours:
SUN-THUR: 10am - 10 pm
FRI - SAT: 10am - Midnight
(Click here to see the Boondocks calendar)

Boondocks provides a variety of entertainment options that appeal to a wide range of ages and interests. We strive to create an environment that is safe, clean and inviting for all ages. Boondocks Fun Center’s target market primarily consists of families, businesses, schools, and churches. Birthday Parties and Group Events, including company parties, corporate team building events, and school and church outings, represent important business segments for Boondocks.


Compilation of information gathered from www.boondocksfuncenter.com

Kennecott Center: Bingham Canyon Mine Visitors Center

12800 South State Route 111, Bingham Canyon, UT
801-204-2025
www.kennecott.com (click on the "Visitors Center" link)

Admission: $5 per car (tax-deductable)
Hours: April 1 - October, open 7 days a week, 8am - dusk (weather permitting)

See, hear, and feel the breathtaking and awesome magnitude of the largest man-made excavation on earth. Interactive displays and exhibits – including 3-D microscopes to examine rock and mineral samples.


Compilation of information gathered from www.kennecott.com

Museum of Church History and Art

45 N West Temple, SLC
801-240-3310 (recorded info)
www.lds.org/churchhistory/museum

Admission: free
Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and on weekends and holidays 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

The Church History Museum tells the story of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints through educational exhibits and programs. The museum collects and displays Latter-day Saint art and artifacts from around the world in a way that offers an educational experience for the whole family. Special theme exhibits are shown periodically. Self-guided as well as hosted tours are available.

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Compilation of information gathered from www.visittemplesquare.com (and) http://www.lds.org/churchhistory/museum

Temple Square

50 W North Temple, SLC
801-240-3318
www.visittemplesquare.com

Headquarters for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (also known as the Mormons).

"With millions of visitors each year, Temple Square was recently recognized by Forbes magazine as the 16th most visited attraction in America. The 35-acre area draws visitors from all over the world because of its renowned research libraries, cultural activities and historic buildings — most notably the Salt Lake Temple, at the center of Temple Square." (link to article)

Admission: free
Hours: Sun - Sat, 9:00a.m. - 9:00p.m. unless otherwise specified

List of Buildings
Assembly Hall (concerts & tours)
Church Office Building (see Salt Lake area from observation deck)
Conference Center (tours & exhibits)
Church History Library (new location)
Joseph Smith Memorial Building (tours & movie)
Museum of Church History and Art (tours and exhibits)
North Visitors Center (tours and exhibits)
Relief Society Building (women's organization, small exhibits)
Salt Lake Temple
South Visitors Center (tours and exhibits)
Tabernacle (tours and performances)
Welfare Square


Compilation of information gathered from www.visittemplesquare.com (and) www.utah.com/mormon/temple_square.htm (and) newsroom.lds.org/ldsnewsroom/eng/news-releases-stories/temple-square-a-popular-destination

George S Eccles Dinosaur Park

1544 E Park Blvd, Ogden
801-393-3466
www.dinosaurpark.org

Admission:
Adults (18+) - $7.00
Seniors (62+) - $6.00
Students (13-17) - $6.00
Children (2-12) - $5.00
Infants (1 & under) - FREE
* Plus Tax
* Park is handicap accessible

Hours
SEASON HOURS: (Memorial Day to Labor Day)
Monday-Saturday, Gate: 10am- 7pm, Grounds: 10am-8pm
Sunday, Gate: 12pm-5pm, Grounds: 12pm-6pm

OFF SEASON HOURS: (Labor Day-Memorial Day)
Monday - Saturday, Gate: 10am to 5pm, Grounds: 10am to 6pm
Sunday (Closed Sundays November - March), Gate: 12pm - 5pm, Grounds: 12pm - 6pm

Dinosaur Park is an exciting collection of creatures from prehistoric crawlers, to predators, to marine animals, and even flying reptiles. More than one hundred dinosaur sculptures fill the park. These realistic full-sized sculptures are based on actual fossil skeletons, and are brought to life by robotics, artistic detailsand a state-of-the-art sound system.


Compilation of information gathered from www.dinosaurpark.org

Olympic Legacy Plaza Snowflake Fountain - Gateway

400 W South Temple, SLC
801-456-0000
www.shopthegateway.com (visit the 'events and promotions' link on their website for information about other events such as the Chalk Art Festival, etc.)

Admission: free
Hours: Daily 10am-9pm

The Gateway is located downtown off 400 West between South Temple and 300 South (the Olympic Legacy Plaza is located on the north end, near Barnes & Noble)

A large stone version of the snowflake logo from the 2002 Winter Olympics forms the shape of a ground-level fountain, which features shooting jets of water synchronized to the Olympic theme and other music. The 'water dance' goes off every 30 minutes, for 10 minutes at a stretch. You'll find plenty of space to sit (and stay dry), and you can also check out the nearby Wall of Honor, which lists the 27,000 volunteers from the 2002 Winter Olympics. Be sure to bring towels and a change of clothes (or bathing suit and a swim diaper for toddlers, just in case). The fountain is chlorinated and voluntarily tested for bacteria. Keep a close eye on little ones. The plaza floor can get slippery when wet, and it can get very crowded.



Compilation of information gathered from www.shopthegateway.com
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Gallivan Center - Ice Skating

239 S Main Street, SLC
801-535-6117
www.thegallivancenter.com

Open during the winter. Check back, as winter approaches, for admission prices and hours


Compilation of information gathered from www.thegallivancenter.com

Antelope Island State Park

Seven miles west of I-15 exit #332 near Layton, UT
801-773-2941
stateparks.utah.gov/stateparks/parks/antelope-island/

Admission: Park entrance fee - $9 per vehicle, $3 for walk-ins and cyclists.
Hours: Daily 8:00am-9:30pm

The largest of the Great Salt Lake's 10 islands, and the perfect place to see the Great Salt Lake. Recreational opportunities abound. White sand beaches beckon to sunbathers and picnickers. Hiking trails attract those looking for new and unique experiences. A sailboat marina lends a maritime atmosphere to island activities. Bicyclers enjoy the experience of riding out on the causeway in the invigorating salt air to explore the island. Campers come to watch beautiful sunrises and sunsets in seclusion found only minutes away from their urban homes. Perhaps the most alluring feature of Antelope Island is its unique array of wildlife. The island is most famous for its large bison population.

Historic Fielding Garr Ranch
Located on Antelope Island, the ranch takes visitors back in time. You can see how the ranch has changed over the past 150 years, handle unique tools, and learn what ranch life was really like. Programs are both educational and exciting. Visiting the ranch is great activity for any family.

Compilation of information gathered from www.utah.com/stateparks/antelope_island.htm and http://www.utah.com/daviscounty