Salt Lake Temple reopening crowds will be like a General Conference session every day for 6 months. Here’s what’s ahead.

With millions of visitors expected at Temple Square, the historic event will put downtown travel and safety to the test.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) The intersection of North and West Temple in Salt Lake City on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026. Millions are expected to flock to Temple Square next year as the Salt Lake Temple reopens after seven years of extensive renovations.

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Salt Lake Temple reopening crowds will be like a General Conference session every day for 6 months. Here’s what’s ahead.

With millions of visitors expected at Temple Square, the historic event will put downtown travel and safety to the test.

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