Get ready for a fun weekend in Provo! We've got free community celebrations, specialized reading sessions for older kids, and rock and fossil hunting opportunities happening on April 4th and 5th, 2026.
See our top picks
Children's Day Celebration
Centro Civico Mexicano
A free, dedicated community party for kids on Saturday afternoon.
Crystal Festival - A Rock, Mineral, Gem, Fossil, & Crystal Show
Mt Pleasant Recreation Center
An indoor gem and fossil show happening Saturday.
Storytime with Stuffies
Under the Umbrella Bookstore and Cafe
Cozy Sunday afternoon story hour at the local bookstore.
· April 4
5FREE : Stop by the Centro Civico Mexicano for a dedicated celebration for children! This is a great chance to find free family fun on Saturday afternoon.It's a dedicated free celebration event specifically listed for Saturday afternoon.
FREE : Head out to Wheeler Historic Farm for an exciting solar viewing party. This is a great opportunity for kids to safely observe the sun and learn a bit about astronomy.It's a free, focused, and educational outdoor event happening Saturday morning.
CRYSTAL FESTIVAL - A ROCK, MINERAL, GEM, FOSSIL, & CRYSTAL SHOWFREE : Explore the world of geology at this large festival featuring rocks, minerals, gems, and fossils. It’s a fantastic, free, indoor activity if the weather isn't great on Saturday.It runs Saturday and is a free, hands-on event perfect for budding geologists.
: This paid workshop at the Heritage Center is specifically designed for tweens aged 8 to 10. If your child loves reading and history, this session involving horses sounds unique!It targets a specific age group (8-10) which often gets overlooked, and involves unique farm elements.
A SYMPHONY OF DISAPPEARING SOUNDS FOR THE GREAT SALT LAKE : This is the final night for Olafur Eliasson's art installation in Salt Lake City. It involves projections of music and light onto a large, elevated sphere.It's the absolute last chance to see this light and music event on Saturday night.
· April 5
2STORYTIME WITH STUFFIES : Bring your child's favorite stuffed animal to this delightful storytime session at the bookstore cafe on Sunday afternoon. It's a cozy way to wrap up the weekend.It’s a cute, low-key Sunday afternoon activity perfect for younger kids.
: This is the last chance to catch Utah's annual Festival of Colors, concluding Sunday! Expect mantra bands, dancing, and the famous throwing of colors to celebrate spring.It's the final day (Sunday, April 5th) for this major, exciting color-throwing event nearby.
Also On· anytime this weekend
2FREE : Bring your preschoolers for a free story time session at the Museum of Peoples and Cultures on Sunday morning. This is a great way to get a little culture in before lunch.It's a free, museum-based activity perfect for the under-5 crowd on Sunday.
FREE : Check out the fresh local produce, handmade crafts, and live entertainment at the weekly Provo Farmers Market this Saturday. It’s a great way to support local vendors.If the market is running on April 4th, it’s the classic local Saturday morning outing for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Provo this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are a few free options: the Children's Day Celebration on Saturday afternoon, the Farm and Sun Solar Viewing Party on Saturday morning, the Crystal Festival Saturday, and the Pre-School Story Time at the museum on Sunday.
Are there any events on Sunday besides story time?
Yes, the Festival of Colors in nearby Spanish Fork concludes on Sunday, April 5th, offering a unique, vibrant experience for families.
What is available for older kids (8-10)?
The Horse Powered Reading workshop on Saturday morning is specifically targeted for ages 8-10 and requires registration.
