Planning a corporate event or team gathering in Utah? Discover unique activities—from quirky sculpture gardens to baseball games—that make coworkers feel welcome. Plus, why Sparks Museum and Event Center is the perfect home base for your group.

Welcome Your Team the Utah Way

When coworkers travel in for meetings or corporate events, you want to show them more than just conference rooms and restaurant dinners. Salt Lake and Provo are full of authentic, affordable, and memorable experiences, perfect for making colleagues feel appreciated.

Here are some of the best options to mix into your company’s itinerary:

1. Discover the Unexpected at Gilgal Sculpture Garden

Hidden in downtown Salt Lake, Gilgal Sculpture Garden is one of the city’s most unusual gems. The garden features winding paths, tucked-away stonework, and more than a dozen original sculptures created by local mason Thomas Child in the 1940s and 50s. Each piece blends religious, historical, and literary themes in ways that spark conversation and curiosity.

What makes Gilgal great for coworkers is its accessibility; it’s free to enter, easy to walk through in under an hour, and located near plenty of restaurants for lunch or dinner afterward. It’s the kind of stop that breaks up a packed work schedule with something unexpected and memorable.

Stone sculpture of a man set into a rock alcove at Gilgal Sculpture Garden, surrounded by stacked stone walls and greenery. — The photo shows a stone statue of a man in trousers and a jacket, positioned within a carved stone alcove at Gilgal Sculpture Garden in Salt Lake City. The background is a textured wall made of layered sandstone, with sculpted details including symbolic carvings. A tree partially frames the right side of the scene, adding greenery against the warm tones of the rock

2. Catch a Bees Game

Few things feel more local than cheering on the Salt Lake Bees, Utah’s Triple-A minor league baseball team. Smith’s Ballpark, with its backdrop of the Wasatch Mountains, offers one of the most scenic stadium views in the country.

A Bees game is relaxed and social, which makes it perfect for colleagues who want to unwind after a day of meetings without the formality of a dinner reservation. You can keep it simple with ballpark classics—hot dogs, nachos, and popcorn—or upgrade to group seating that includes catered options for a more structured outing. If you're in Utah County, see the Utah Valley Wolverines.

For coworkers new to Salt Lake City, the game delivers more than just baseball. It’s a snapshot of local life: families in the stands, the crack of the bat under an evening sky, and a casual atmosphere where conversation flows easily. The pace of the game allows time to chat, build connections, and share the kind of stories that don’t come up around a conference table.

If you’re hosting a larger group, Bees games also offer corporate packages and group sections, making it easy to plan an outing that’s both effortless and memorable.

3. Soak in the Homestead Crater

For something truly unforgettable, take your coworkers to the Homestead Crater in Midway. Tucked inside a 55-foot limestone dome, this geothermal hot spring stays around 95 degrees year-round, making it a rare chance to float, swim, or even snorkel inside a natural wonder. It’s not just relaxing—it’s the kind of story people will tell long after the trip: “Remember that time we swam in a hot spring inside a cave?”

The Crater is easy to book for groups, and since it’s indoors, it's suitable for every season. You can make it part of a day trip through Heber Valley, pairing the soak with mountain views, local dining, or even a scenic train ride.

Bonus: Add a Utah County Experience

If you’d rather stay closer to home base, Utah County offers options just as memorable. A top pick is the Sparks Museum & Event Center in Provo, an immersive venue featuring vintage cars, neon signs, and nostalgic Americana. Hosting your group here turns a simple dinner or reception into a visual experience colleagues won’t find anywhere else.

Another local gem is Provo Canyon, where you can take a short, scenic hike to Bridal Veil Falls. The waterfall is accessible, photogenic, and ideal for a quick outing that showcases Utah’s natural beauty without requiring a full day.

4. Stroll Through Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point

If you’re looking for the Utah County equivalent of Red Butte, Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi is a perfect fit. With 50 acres of themed gardens, waterfalls, and peaceful walking paths, it offers a refreshing break from meetings and plenty of space for conversation. The gardens also feature the Light of the World statues, a collection of larger-than-life bronze pieces that add a reflective element to the visit.

For coworkers visiting from out of town, Ashton Gardens is an easy way to show off the natural beauty and creativity Utah County has to offer—without needing to plan an all-day excursion. Like Red Butte, it’s slower-paced, perfect for informal networking, and accessible to groups of all sizes.

Ashton Gardens’ lush, manicured landscape sits inside Lehi’s arid, desert basin

5. Explore BYU’s Museums in Provo

While Salt Lake boasts the Natural History Museum, Provo has its own collection of cultural and educational gems on the BYU campus:

Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum
A great spot for visitors interested in biology and conservation. The museum features mounted animals, interactive exhibits on ecosystems, and rotating displays that highlight environmental issues. Like NHMU, it’s very visual and accessible.
Museum of Paleontology
Utah is famous for dinosaurs, and this more miniature museum delivers a concentrated look at fossils discovered throughout the state. It’s less formal than the NHMU, but it gives out-of-town coworkers the same “wow” factor when they realize how much prehistoric history was found right here.
Museum of Art (MOA)
Not natural history, but a great complement—it’s one of the largest art museums in the Mountain West and often features exhibits with both international and regional relevance.

Visiting Provo any time soon? If you're looking for something free to keep you and the kids entertained for a morning or afternoon, check out the BYU Museum of Art. This FREE museum is rad, and offers so many great things for families to do! In fact, it's one of the best art museums in Utah . . . and it's FREE!

Why These Options Work for Visiting Co-Workers

Authentic. They highlight what makes Utah different and special.
Accessible. Most are free or affordable, and easy to add between meetings.
Memorable. These aren’t just another dinner—they create stories coworkers will take home.

Tie It All Together at Sparks Museum & Event Center

After exploring Salt Lake City, bring everyone back to a venue that captures Utah’s character in one space: Sparks Museum and Event Center in Provo.

With vintage cars, neon signs, and 5,000 square feet of unique event space, Sparks is designed to impress teams and clients alike. Whether you’re planning a welcome reception, a corporate party, or a team dinner, Sparks offers a backdrop that’s as memorable as the outings you plan around it.

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Unique Things to Do in Utah When Co-Workers Come to Town