Temple Square

The installation symbolizes the literal opening of the doors to welcome the world to the Salt Lake Temple Celebration in 2027.
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June 23, 2026 10:40 AM MDT
The Church is collecting written submissions to display across the grounds.
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May 29, 2026 08:50 AM MDT
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help people learn about and tour the newly renovated temple.
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May 19, 2026 10:53 AM MDT
In about a year, the copper roof will darken to a brownish color then gradually develop a natural green patina.
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May 18, 2026 02:37 PM MDT
Enjoy beautiful statues, exhibits, and gardens.
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President Oaks noted that this tour came as he recovers from a recent surgery.
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May 08, 2026 11:01 AM MDT
The immediate impulse her small grandchildren showed at the new statue of Christ on Temple Square surprised President Emily Belle Freeman.
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May 05, 2026 10:35 AM MDT
Here are two ways to scoop up a free reservation.
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April 15, 2026 10:32 AM MDT
Starting on May 18, the public can tour replicas of a celestial room and baptismal font.
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The new visitors’ center opens to the public on May 18, 2026.
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April 01, 2026 11:04 AM MDT
These new displays highlight the life, ministry, and teachings of the Savior.
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The two statues are visible to the public, but they are in an area of Temple Square still under construction.
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The artwork depicts sacred scenes from the life, ministry, and teachings of Jesus Christ.
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The exhibit is now open and will remain on view through 2027.
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February 20, 2026 11:32 AM MST
Salt Lake City shared the first real estimate for how many visitors are expected at the historic open house.
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February 19, 2026 11:24 AM MST
While the building is closing to the public for a time, it will still be open for general conference and other major scheduled events.
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February 09, 2026 11:21 AM MST
The Apostle read a scripture from Isaiah with the Brooklyn Nets player while overlooking the flags in Temple Square plaza.
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January 12, 2026 11:22 AM MST
Adjustments are intended to enhance the guest experience and increase missionary opportunities.
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December 09, 2025 04:05 PM MST
Tens of thousands of people attend this beloved Church production every year.
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The north tower crane has operated six days a week since it was first installed in August 2021.
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August 04, 2025 02:05 PM MDT
The open house is scheduled to begin in April 2027.
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July 23, 2025 03:40 PM MDT
This week marks 50 years since the building was dedicated.
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May 27, 2025 01:43 PM MDT
Enjoy free, family-friendly concerts near Temple Square this summer.
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April 07, 2025 02:42 PM MDT
President Nelson has now announced 200 temples during his 7 years as the prophet.
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March 05, 2025 02:01 PM MST
Church officials have met with Salt Lake organizations to tell them how many people they anticipate coming to the open house—and it's a lot.
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Watch a new video about exciting construction updates on Salt Lake Temple.
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These breathtaking statues are the first in an upcoming series.
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November 26, 2024 01:17 PM MST
Your family will love this year's beautiful display and other Temple Square events.
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Performances will be held in the Conference Center on December 19, 20, and 21. The online ticket sign-up form will open on October 15.
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September 30, 2024 12:09 PM MDT
General conference will be this weekend on October 5th and 6th.
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The renovated Salt Lake Temple will add another baptistry and increase the number of sealing rooms from 13 to 22.
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The flags are one of several art installations on Temple Square symbolizing the global nature of the Church of Jesus Christ and its commitment to be a friend to all nations.
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The placement of the statue after a four-year absence is a notable milestone toward the completion of the Salt Lake Temple renovation project.
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February 14, 2024 11:42 AM MST
An estimated 800 construction team members gathered for the building tradition of a “topping out” ceremony.
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Beginning Saturday, January 6, 2024, several plaza areas on Temple Square will begin reopening.
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September 27, 2023 02:00 PM MDT
Cranes, dump trucks, and scaffolding may be the primary landscape around the Salt Lake Temple and on Temple Square right now, but you can still have a fulfilling visit downtown!
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August 15, 2023 06:25 AM MDT
Three locations in a new list of the world’s most holy sites will be especially familiar to Latter-day Saints.
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June 12, 2023 07:00 AM MDT
The Conference Center was too packed to allow me in, but the Lord had lessons for me to learn from outside.
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Fun
May 26, 2023 07:00 AM MDT
If you’re itching to get outside and enjoy the delightful evening summer air, Concerts in the Park is just the thing for you.
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“When working with historic structures such as this pioneer-era temple, unexpected challenges are inevitable.”
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Fun
January 03, 2023 01:44 PM MST
Watch for the temple’s missing spires and the construction crane decked out in Christmas lights!
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This project will address structural deficiencies, preservation of aging finishes, replacement of outdated mechanical systems, and updating the guest experience.
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With all the ongoing construction on Temple Square, will there be any publicly accessible holiday events or Christmas lights to see?
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is hosting its annual celebration of Latin American culture on Saturday, November 5.
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August 31, 2022 10:00 AM MDT
The month of August saw alone saw two groundbreakings, a rededication, a new open house, and the announcement of a temple expansion project.
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By  LDS Living
April 26, 2018 03:02 PM MDT
Thanks to the Deseret News for making us aware of this story.
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By  LDS Living
December 06, 2017 05:00 PM MST
AWho doesn't love the magical glow of Christmas lights that brighten long winter nights? And Temple Square features a spectacular display of these festive lights, with the beautifully lit temple at its very center. The Church recently shared a video on Mormon Newsroom that shows this year's incredible display from the air. Check it out!
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November 17, 2017 05:14 PM MST
This guy takes Legos to a whole new level of awesome.
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October 02, 2017 08:00 AM MDT
We wanted to reshare this article in celebration of the 150th anniversary of the first time the Salt Lake Tabernacle was used for general conference!
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September 22, 2017 03:20 PM MDT
The following October concerts will take place in the Assembly Hall and Tabernacle on Temple Square. All concerts start at 7:30 p.m., are open to ages eight and older, unless otherwise specified, and are free. Tickets are not needed unless otherwise noted.
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By  LDS Living
August 11, 2017 06:57 PM MDT
Walking around Temple Square in August, you might be surprised to see crews hard at work setting up Christmas lights.
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