Get Ready for History: The Salt Lake Temple Open House is Coming in 2027

If you’ve been waiting your whole life to see inside the Salt Lake Temple, your patience is about to pay off in a big way. Next year, something extraordinary is happening in downtown Salt Lake City—and it’s going to be absolutely massive.

A Once-in-a-Century Opportunity

Let’s put this into perspective: It’s been over 130 years since the general public could walk through the doors of the Salt Lake Temple. That’s right—the last time visitors like you could explore this iconic building was way back in the 1800s. The Temple closed on January 1, 2020, for serious seismic upgrades and a complete renovation, and now it’s finally ready to show off its restored beauty.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced that the Temple will open its doors to the public from April 5 through October 1, 2027. After that, it will return to being accessible only to church members with active temple recommends.

Expect Record-Breaking Crowds

This isn’t just going to be a modest open house—we’re talking about the biggest temple open house in church history. Officials are expecting somewhere between 3 to 5 million visitors over those six months. That breaks down to roughly 20,000 to 29,000 people per day, which is basically like hosting one full session of the church’s biannual general conference every single day for half a year.

To put that in perspective, the 2002 Salt Lake City Olympics brought 70,000 visitors daily, but that was only for 17 days. This is a whole different ballgame.

How to Visit: What You Need to Know

Getting Your Ticket

Want to secure your spot? The church is launching a dedicated app in late August or early September 2027 where you can book your tour time. It’s going to be first-come, first-served, so download that app early!

Getting There (Without the Headache)

The city and church are working together to make sure traffic doesn’t become a complete nightmare. Here’s what they’re doing:

• Public Transportation: UTA has partnered with the church to offer discounted or complimentary passes for TRAX, FrontRunner, and buses heading downtown
• Park-and-Ride: The church is leasing a new lighted, secure lot at South Temple and Redwood Road with regular shuttle service directly to Temple Square
• Employee Support: Church employees will receive free UTA passes for the entire six-month period to help reduce downtown congestion

What to Expect Inside

The Tour Experience

The entire experience starts at the Church’s Conference Center, just north of Temple Square. From there, visitors will travel underground directly to the Temple itself. The tour of the building will take 60 to 80 minutes, giving you plenty of time to see the renovations and appreciate the craftsmanship.

Special missionaries have been called to serve as docents during the open house period, so you’ll have knowledgeable guides helping you through the experience.

More Than Just the Temple

Once you’re inside the Temple Square perimeter, you won’t be limited to just the main building. You’ll also have access to:

• Brand-new statues on Temple Square
• Other church buildings
• The entire Temple Square experience

Plan for several hours total—this isn’t a quick in-and-out situation!

Mark Your Calendar

• Nearby Residents & Businesses: The church is offering special early tours in March 2027
• Public Opening: April 5, 2027
• Close to Public: October 1, 2027

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re a lifelong member curious to see the renovated interior, a history buff interested in this 19th-century architectural marvel, or simply someone who loves being part of major cultural events, 2027 is shaping up to be an unforgettable year in Salt Lake City.

Get ready. Download that app when it launches. And prepare yourself for one of the most talked-about events in recent Salt Lake City history. This is your chance to be part of something truly special.