Interpretive Programs and Special Events

Roadside Discovery
Stop and say “hi” whenever you see our Roadside Discovery banner throughout the park.  We’re checking out often overlooked creatures and features of Antelope Island. 

2025 Events

April 2025

April 21-28
Dark Sky Week
Join us at the park and on our social media accounts all week long for activities celebrating our beautiful night sky.
Follow us on Social Media for a week-long field trip to celebrate good lighting choices being made in our community. If you’d like to be featured, reach out to tackley@utah.gov
Facebook
Instagram

April 23:
9:00pm White Rock Bay Trailhead
Join us for a naked-eye tour of the cosmos. Red-light head lamps are recommended. Printed star charts will be available.
There is no charge for this activity – regular park entry fees apply.
Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.
Park impacts: Increased traffic, especially in White Rock Bay

May 2025

May 3rd
PLIKING on Bone Road Trail
10am – 12pm. 
PLIKING (Picking up Litter while hIKING) Group will be picking up litter on Bone Road. Meet at the White Rock Bay / Backcountry Trailhead. Signup is required. Scan to register:

May 17
Is Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted?
Fielding Garr Ranch 8:30pm
Is the Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted? Come and see for yourself.
Learn about methods used to detect unexplained things, hear stories, and reported experiences. After the presentation and safety guidelines, we will wander through the buildings looking for evidence of visitors from beyond the grave.
This event is $10 per person and Includes your park entrance fee.
Space is limited so contact Amy at antelopeislandranch@utah.gov to reserve your spot or for more information. Unreserved tickets will be available at the Gate the night of the event. You should be through the Entrance booth 30 mins prior to the start time to make it to the Ranch on time.
Park Impact: None

May 31
OAS Public Star Party
6:00PM White Rock Bay Event Area
Join volunteers from Ogden Astronomical Society for an evening of gazing into the cosmos. Starting at 6:00 we’ll begin by viewing our star, the sun; safely through filtered telescopes. Once the sun sets, equipment will be switched out for dark sky viewing of planets, nebulae, star clusters, and even far-away galaxies. Telescopes will be provided. There is no fee for this event. Regular park entry fees apply. Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.
Park Impacts: Road closures and changes in traffic patterns beginning at 5:00pm in the area around White Rock Bay. Follow signs to event parking.

June 2025

June 14
Is Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted?
Fielding Garr Ranch 8:30pm
Is the Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted? Come and see for yourself.
Learn about methods used to detect unexplained things, hear stories, and reported experiences. After the presentation and safety guidelines, we will wander through the buildings looking for evidence of visitors from beyond the grave.
This event is $10 per person and Includes your park entrance fee.
Space is limited so contact Amy at antelopeislandranch@utah.gov to reserve your spot or for more information. Unreserved tickets will be available at the Gate the night of the event. You should be through the Entrance booth 30 mins prior to the start time to make it to the Ranch on time.
Park Impact: None

June 21
OAS Public Star Party
7:00PM White Rock Bay Event Area
Join volunteers from Ogden Astronomical Society for an evening of gazing into the cosmos. Starting at 6:00 we’ll begin by viewing our star, the sun; safely through filtered telescopes. Once the sun sets, equipment will be switched out for dark sky viewing of planets, nebulae, star clusters, and even far-away galaxies. Telescopes will be provided. There is no fee for this event. Regular park entry fees apply. Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.
Park Impacts: Road closures and changes in traffic patterns beginning at 6:00pm in the area around White Rock Bay. Follow signs to event parking.

July 2025

July 12
11:00 am Buffalo Point Deck
UMFA in the Wild: Antelope Island State Park | Origami Nature Scavenger Hunt
Join the UMFA in Utah’s amazing wilderness to experience nature and make art.
What objects can you find in landscape? Create your own nature scavenger hunt using an origami “fortune teller” to play with a friend. Supplies are provided. There is no fee for this event. Regular park entry fees apply. Contact tackley@utah.gov or u0110103@umail.utah.edu with any questions.
Park Impacts: None

July 26
Is Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted?
Fielding Garr Ranch 8:30pm
Is the Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted? Come and see for yourself.
Learn about methods used to detect unexplained things, hear stories, and reported experiences. After the presentation and safety guidelines, we will wander through the buildings looking for evidence of visitors from beyond the grave.
This event is $10 per person and Includes your park entrance fee.
Space is limited so contact Amy at antelopeislandranch@utah.gov to reserve your spot or for more information. Unreserved tickets will be available at the Gate the night of the event. You should be through the Entrance booth 30 mins prior to the start time to make it to the Ranch on time.
Park Impact: None

August 2025

August 16
OAS Public Star Party
6:00PM White Rock Bay Event Area
Join volunteers from Ogden Astronomical Society for an evening of gazing into the cosmos. Starting at 6:00 we’ll begin by viewing our star, the sun; safely through filtered telescopes. Once the sun sets, equipment will be switched out for dark sky viewing of planets, nebulae, star clusters, and even far-away galaxies. Telescopes will be provided. There is no fee for this event. Regular park entry fees apply. Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.
Park Impacts: Road closures and changes in traffic patterns beginning at 5:00pm in the area around White Rock Bay. Follow signs to event parking.

August 23
Is Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted?
Fielding Garr Ranch 8:30pm
Is the Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted? Come and see for yourself.
Learn about methods used to detect unexplained things, hear stories, and reported experiences. After the presentation and safety guidelines, we will wander through the buildings looking for evidence of visitors from beyond the grave.
This event is $10 per person and Includes your park entrance fee.
Space is limited so contact Amy at antelopeislandranch@utah.gov to reserve your spot or for more information. Unreserved tickets will be available at the Gate the night of the event. You should be through the Entrance booth 30 mins prior to the start time to make it to the Ranch on time.
Park Impact: None

September 2025

September 6
11:00 am Buffalo Point Deck
UMFA in the Wild: Antelope Island State Park | Ori Torn Paper Landscapes
Join the UMFA in Utah’s amazing wilderness to experience nature and make art.
Be inspired by the iconic colorful landscapes of Utah through an artist’s eye. Then try your hand at your own landscape using torn paper and colored pencils. Supplies are provided. There is no fee for this event. Regular park entry fees apply. Contact tackley@utah.gov or u0110103@umail.utah.edu with any questions.
Park Impacts: None

September 20
Is Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted?
Fielding Garr Ranch 8:30pm
Is the Fielding Garr Ranch Haunted? Come and see for yourself.
Learn about methods used to detect unexplained things, hear stories, and reported experiences. After the presentation and safety guidelines, we will wander through the buildings looking for evidence of visitors from beyond the grave.
This event is $10 per person and Includes your park entrance fee.
Space is limited so contact Amy at antelopeislandranch@utah.gov to reserve your spot or for more information. Unreserved tickets will be available at the Gate the night of the event. You should be through the Entrance booth 30 mins prior to the start time to make it to the Ranch on time.
Park Impact: None

September 27
OAS Public Star Party
5:00PM White Rock Bay Event Area
Join volunteers from Ogden Astronomical Society for an evening of gazing into the cosmos. Starting at 6:00 we’ll begin by viewing our star, the sun; safely through filtered telescopes. Once the sun sets, equipment will be switched out for dark sky viewing of planets, nebulae, star clusters, and even far-away galaxies. Telescopes will be provided. There is no fee for this event. Regular park entry fees apply. Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.
Park Impacts: Road closures and changes in traffic patterns beginning at 4:00pm in the area around White Rock Bay. Follow signs to event parking.

October 2025

October 4
Kick off to Spooky Season!
Fielding Garr Ranch
11:00am – 4:00pm
Come in costume, play games of old, enjoy a treat (while supplies last). We’re guiding mini ghost tours and telling stories and reports of those who lived here and those who may not have left.
There is no additional fee for this activity, regular park entry fees apply. Contact antelopeislandranch@utah.gov with any questions.
Park Impacts: Increased traffic at Fielding Garr Ranch

October 18
OAS Public Star Party
5:00PM White Rock Bay Event Area
Join volunteers from Ogden Astronomical Society for an evening of gazing into the cosmos. Starting at 6:00 we’ll begin by viewing our star, the sun; safely through filtered telescopes. Once the sun sets, equipment will be switched out for dark sky viewing of planets, nebulae, star clusters, and even far-away galaxies. Telescopes will be provided. There is no fee for this event. Regular park entry fees apply. Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.
Park Impacts: Road closures and changes in traffic patterns beginning at 4:00pm in the area around White Rock Bay. Follow signs to event parking.

October TBD
2025 Annual Bison Roundup
Spectators, come and watch over 200 riders on horseback round up the island’s 750 bison during the annual bison roundup. The roundup is an important part of the bison and island management. 
Park Impacts: Increased traffic on roadways.  All trails but Buffalo Point, Ladyfinger Point and Lakeside Loop will be closed.

Roundup Watch Party / Exposition
Join us in White Rock Bay starting at 10:00 am to watch the team of riders make the final push leading bison into the corrals.  We’ll have food, games and fun activities for families.  Bring cash – some vendors may not be able to accept credit.
Vendors and community partners, and anyone with questions should contact tackley@utah.gov

Date TBD
Working of the Bison
Join us at the bison corrals for an up-close (and safe) opportunity to see bison, and learn how and why they are managed.  
Educators and group organizers: Group tours must be scheduled in advance and cannot be guaranteed otherwise. Contact tackley@utah.gov for more information.
Park Impacts: None

*Come back often for updates on more events and activities.

2026 Events

January 1
First Day Hike
Information TBD. Contact tackley@utah.gov with any questions.