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Your WitchFest 2025 Recipe for FUN
Thursday Sep 18 2025
Ready for the brouhaha of the year? Actually, this is more like a brew-haha, as you’ll cackle with delight when you apply these lively potions from the Gardner Village Book of Spells to your 2025 WitchFest experience!   image credit: Camera Shy Experience WitchFest at Gardner Village now through October 31, 2025. See full details here. image ...

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Join the Kindness Movement
Friday Aug 1 2025
Today, we pause to reflect on the importance of kindness. Gardner Village recently partnered with One Kind Act a Day, a nonprofit organization driven by the mission of making a positive difference in the world through simple acts of kindness. If you’ve visited The Village lately, you likely saw signs in the ...

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Easter Hoppenings at Gardner Village
Thursday Mar 14 2024
That groundhog was right, spring is near! At least it is at Gardner Village, where spring is in full swing! The changing season means Easter is right around the corner. Now’s the time to hop by The Village for some celebratory fun and one-stop holiday prep. From our fan-favorite Egg ...

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Holiday Traditions to Try With Your Family
Wednesday Dec 13 2023
Traditions make the holidays extra special. They give us magical moments to look forward to and cherished memories that stay with us long after the season has come to an end. At Gardner Village, we LOVE being a part of your various traditions throughout the year! We also cherish the stories ...

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Gardner Village Elves Are Back
Wednesday Dec 6 2023
Have yoursELF a merry little Christmas at Gardner Village. Santa’s elves are back at Gardner Village and ready to welcome you! This is your chance to see the North Pole magic in action. How else do you think Santa covers so much ground in one night? He has to have satellite ...

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A Look Inside the Woodland Fairy Festival 2023, pt. 2
Wednesday Jun 21 2023
Welcome back to part two of our Gardner Village Woodland Fairy Festival coverage. Last time, we shared a look at the fairy parades happening every Saturday at noon, now through July 1, 2023. Today, we’ll check out Monday-Saturday fun to be had as you get into the full wing of things!   Woodland Fairy ...

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A Look Inside the Woodland Fairy Festival 2023, pt. 1
Wednesday Jun 7 2023
Have you heard? The Woodland Fairy Festival is in full sWING at Gardner Village, now through July 1, 2023! Don’t tell the Gardner Village Witches, but this festival is quickly becoming another fan favorite around here. Longtime WitchFest attendees, Angel and Jen, seen above with Angel's daughter, Jen, came out to the Woodland ...

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Did You Know... FUN Elf Facts
Wednesday Nov 23 2022
There’s a lot we *think we know about elves. They’re small and have pointed ears. They live at the North Pole and spend their days making toys. They like spending their days on shelves. But what do we reeeeally know about this petite population? Several of Santa’s elves have set up a ...

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Witches Night Out a Tradition for Many
Wednesday Oct 19 2022
Witches Night Out (WNO) is so much more than an evening of shopping, dancing, laughing, and, of course, dressing up! It’s a memorable concoction made of sentiment and tradition and togetherness. No wonder people come from near and far to be here year after year. OUR GUESTS = MAGIC! Yes, WNO is known for the fun ...

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Let's Hear it For the Gardner Village Witches
Tuesday Sep 20 2022
Happy Witch-o-Ween! WitchFest is officially in full swing, Sept. 17 – Oct. 31, 2022.   Of course, this highly anticipated Utah tradition would never have taken flight the way it did without our Gardner Village witches.They put the motion in this happy potion and bring so much energy and excitement to the celebration!    Just ...

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A Cowboy Crooner with a Song in His Heart
Wednesday Jul 13 2022
If it’s ‘uniquely Utah’ you seek, you’ve come to the right place! Gardner Village represents much that makes this state great! Last week, we showed our salty side with a look at famous salt water taffy, made at Chocolate Covered Wagon using salt from the Great Salt Lake. Today, we’re going ...

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More Magic to Discover at the 2022 Woodland Fairy Festival
Wednesday May 25 2022
The fairies aren’t the only ones to put on a show this time of year at Gardner Village. Our locally-owned shops come dressed to the nines in fairy fanciness!     It’s a beautiful time to take in the sites and even get ideas to apply at home. Plus, you never know who ...

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Top 10 Must See, Completely FREE Fairy Fest Activities
Wednesday May 18 2022
Ladies and gentleman, this is your captain speaking. Welcome to GVA — Gardner Village Air. Put your tray tables in the upright and locked position. We’re about to takeoff and… Hold the phone! This flight isn’t of the tray-tabled variety, and there shall be no “fasten seatbelt” lights. This flight ...

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Easter Hoppenings at Gardner Village
Wednesday Apr 13 2022
Hello and thanks for hopping by! We're so happy you're back for Part 2 of our Easter at a glance. Last post, we shared a favorite tradition, delicious dessert for your gathering, family-friendly activities, fab photo ops, and more! Today, we have even more sweet eats, your source for children's ...

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Easter Hoppinings at Gardner Village
Wednesday Apr 6 2022
Spring has sprung, which means good things are hoppenin’ at Gardner Village! From adorable spring photo ops and new baby animals to an egg-ceptional egg tree, bursting with color and the sweetest Easter treats, The Village is alive with things to see, do, and taste! You can even take the ...

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Have YourELF a Merry Little Christmas
Wednesday Dec 1 2021
The elves are back in town! Have you made a recent trip to Gardner Village? There are numerous friendly faces waiting to greet you.   Our free Gardner Village Elf Displays add a whimsical touch to the holiday season. It's like taking a trip to the North Pole without having to catch ...

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Ricochet Canyon - Fun for the Entire Family!
Wednesday Sep 29 2021
Welcome to the Wild Witch West! Ricochet Canyon is now open. Just in time for WitchFest, this happy spot takes what used to be Six Hags Witches Adventure and adds SO MUCH to it for our youngest guests and their families. The Train Shoppe at Gardner Village is behind this rootin' ...

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NEW Fun In Store As We Celebrate Two Decades of Witch Displays
Wednesday Sep 22 2021
Look up high, in the sky…   Gardner Village has turned into quite the GREEN scene.   20 YEARS TOGETHER Can you believe this is the 20th year these green-faced beauties have landed in The Village?! No wonder they feel right at home.     Excuse me, Madame, but there is a door on that thing, ya ...

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Five Reasons You Want to Visit Gardner Village in August
Wednesday Aug 11 2021
There’s a reason Gardner Village is a popular backdrop for photographs. It’s like a secret garden in the middle of Salt Lake County. You turn off the busy highway and find yourself greeted by pioneer wagons, children taking pony rides, water wheels, and quaint retail shops located in historic buildings. Enjoy ...

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A LONG List of Fun Woodland Fairy Experiences to Enjoy
Wednesday Jun 9 2021
Our Woodland Fairies aren’t the only ones taking flight right now. The Gardner Village shops are in full fairy motion with fun make-and-take projects, special events, and fanciful fairy merchandise. From fairy parades and unicorns to train rides and crafts, let’s take a look at what’s in store for you ...

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Do You Believe In Magic? The Woodland Fairies Are Here!
Wednesday May 19 2021
We’ve entered an extra enchanting season here at Gardner Village. With the blossoming trees and blooming flowers, the Woodland Fairies enjoy a little spring fling of their own. It’s the one time of year they lift the curtain that otherwise keeps them concealed, giving humans a glimpse into their whimsical ...

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Enjoy a New Burst of Color at our Easter Tree
Wednesday Mar 17 2021
Spring is in the air at Gardner Village. Literally. While we’re still waiting for the beautiful blossoms to brighten the skies, there’s a new burst of color for you to enjoy — The Easter Tree!   Can you guess how many bright eggs are dangling from this tree’s branches and in the ...

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More Than Just Décor: The Story Behind Our Elves AND a Can’t-Miss Photoshoot with Santa
Tuesday Nov 24 2020
This is something that rarely happens. The Big Man, himself, has given us permission to give you a behind-the-scenes look at our Gardner Village Elves, including how they’re working to keep us extra safe this year with a touchless (and FREE!) scavenger hunt. Plus, we have the scoop on a ...

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Celebrating 20 Years of WitchFest Wonder
Wednesday Sep 23 2020
It’s a cauldron 20 years in the brewing — 2020 marks the 20th anniversary of WitchFest!   Of course, nobody anticipated we’d be celebrating 20 years of witch wonderment in the midst of a pandemic, but we’re up for the adventure nonetheless. Yes, there are a few more precautions in place this ...

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The Woodland Fairies are Back!
Thursday Jun 18 2020
Mark your calendar for magic — the Woodland Fairies have landed at Gardner Village!   Gardner Village is currently open Mon.-Sat. from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Find current hours of operation here.) Now's the time to sWING by and say hi to your favorite winged women.   WHAT CAN WE EXPECT? If you’re new to the ...

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Springtime Means Baby Animals at The Farm
Wednesday Mar 18 2020
Any time is a lovely time to visit The Farm at Gardner Village. You're supporting a private, 501c3 nonprofit animal rescue while experiencing memorable farm activities — pony rides, egg gathering (when available), petting, feeding, etc. Of course, a springtime trip to the The Farm means something extra special… baby animals! Many of The Farm’s residents are ...

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New Year, New You: Paper Crafting & Sewing Classes at Posh Paperie & Pine Needles
Wednesday Jan 22 2020
Hello, learners! Let’s review our 2020 class syllabus thus far. In the spirit of a new you in the new year, we’ve experienced yarn-based learning with the talented team at Willow Hill Yarn Company and discovered a world of vibrant creative courses at The Art Cottage. Today, let’s explore the paper-crafting ...

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Witches' Night Out Celebrates 19 Amazing Years
Wednesday Oct 23 2019
Many would argue it's the heart of WitchFest—Witches’ Night Out. It’s a celebration. It's a tradition. It's a Gardner Village party attended by more than 10,000 every year. Guests come dressed to the hilt in their finest witch wear, ready to play. From witch parades, food booths, music, and dancing to cackle ...

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A Witchy Welcome: Meet the 2019 Gardner Village Witches
Wednesday Sep 25 2019
The brooms are parked.    The spellbooks are unpacked. The critters are crawling. The dirty laundry is fully aired. All of this can only mean one thing… WitchFest at Gardner Village is in full swing!    A Witchy Who’s Who Some of these wacky witches have called Gardner Village their Halloween home for years. Others are just stopping ...

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The Witches are back at Gardner Village
Wednesday Sep 18 2019
Need a break from the usual, ahem, paper work? Cue Wizard of Oz music…  The witches have landed at Gardner Village! Now's your chance to welcome the upcoming fall season with these FREE witch displays, an annual tradition at Gardner Village. As you walk about The Village, you’ll see these cooky cuties up to all ...

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What a Trip to Gardner Village Looks Like for YOU
Wednesday Jul 10 2019
Today, we’re handing the blog reins over to you. This is a look at what makes Gardner Village special to you. In your words, with your amazing photos, we'll take a tour of The Village. The following photos and captions come from recent visitors who’ve posted to Instagram using #gardnervillage. From ...

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Create Your Own Summer Camp at Gardner Village
Wednesday Jun 19 2019
School’s out … Now what? Never fear, Gardner Village has your back with an entire catalog of ideas to share with your children. It's your chance to create your own cool summer camp experience. If we handed out merit badges, you could fill a full sash with the options available. Take ...

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Find Even More Fairy Fun at the Woodland Fairy Festival
Wednesday May 29 2019
The Gardner Village Fairy Parade? CHECK! Fairy Crafts & Classes? CHECK! Free Fairy Displays? CHECK! The Finest Fairy Shopping? CHECK!   Wow! With a checklist like this, what more is there to discover at the 2019 Woodland Fairy Festival? Believe it or not, there’s a full list of magic left to uncover. But time is ...

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Help Us Feed Starving Children
Wednesday Apr 17 2019
The recent Notre Dame tragedy in Paris serves as a painful reminder of just how small our world really is. You watch such sadness unfold right along with the rest of the globe, sharing in the stunned shock and heartbreak of it all. But for as awful as it is, ...

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The FREE Elf Scavenger Hunt Is On!
Wednesday Dec 5 2018
Reindeer aren’t the only ones who like to play games. The Gardner Village elves are always up to something fun, and this year is no exception. As part of the free elf displays throughout The Village during 2018, you’ll find elves enjoying all sorts of entertaining activities, from baking cookies to making s’mores and ice ...

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Mystique Dining at Gardner Village
Wednesday Nov 7 2018
Halloween may be over, but there is still magic in the air at Gardner Village. Introducing… Mystique Dining at Gardner Village!  This exciting outing proves you don’t need a magic wand to experience an enchanting night out. It’s as if they’ve tossed some family fun and a little Las Vegas ambience into a ...

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Happy Halloween
Wednesday Oct 31 2018
Phew! This witch business is exhausting. No wonder these loud yet lovable ladies are ready for their long winter's nap.  But, before the witches take to the sky for another year, they and all of your friends at Gardner Village want to witch shoe... errr, wish you a very happy and safe Halloween! Thanks for ...

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Do more than celebrate our history, experience it!
Thursday Jun 28 2018
It’s no secret Gardner Village values our history and preserving the past. Much time and energy went into relocating the old buildings that now call The Village home. Seeing the sampling of Utah history in one spot is special!    The focus is easily on the structures, but the look back in ...

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What You Think of the Woodland Fairy Festival
Wednesday May 9 2018
“Everything is so cute! It takes you back to the fantasy of childhood.” I wasn’t trying to eavesdrop, but this statement stopped me in my tracks as I was experiencing the Gardner Village Woodland Fairy Festival.  The whimsy and wonderment of childhood can be found around every corner, making this a delightful ...

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Help Feed Starving Children at The Gathering Place
Tuesday Apr 3 2018
Now’s your chance to make a big difference in just two short hours. Even the kids (ages 5+) can get in on the action and help feed starving children around the world.    WHAT: Feed My Starving Children Packing Event WHEN: April 13 and 14, 2018 TIME: Two-hour time slots available (see list here) WHERE: The ...

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The Witch is: IN (Show us your HATtitude!)
Tuesday Sep 27 2016
I spy with my witchy eye…    ...Broomsticks, parked.     ...Shoes, polished and pointed.   (Well, some are little more shine than point!)   ...Hats, looking skyward.      Lips, sprinkled.   And nails... ummm... studded?   All of this spying can mean only one thing. The Village Witches are back and on the scene at Gardner Village!     Rain or shine, you’ll spot them at Gardner Village's Six ...

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WitchFest is Back (and a Best of State winner!)
Tuesday Sep 20 2016
Phew! It was a long flight, but those wacky cacklies are back! It’s time for WitchFest at Gardner Village.  This is our 17th year celebrating the season with these ladies, and it promises to be the best yet. For starters it was awarded the 2016 Best of State Award for Best Fair, ...

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Camp Chocolate is on at Chocolate Covered Wagon
Thursday Jul 28 2016
Calling all campers. It's time for Camp Chocolate!    That's right, a camp for CHOCOLATE! How's that for a sweet concept? This tasty summer excursion takes place every Tuesday at the Chocolate Covered Wagon in Gardner Village. You can sign up for the 1:00 PM or the 3:00 PM class--or both, depending ...

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