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Salt Palace Convention Center Revitalization

The Salt Palace Convention Center is at the center of the state's cultural and civic life. It is a hallmark for downtown and an economic engine that provides critical revenue for the state and county, which helps keep taxes low. When conventions thrive, our community thrives. The Salt Palace is a key driver of Salt Lake County's $6.1 billion visitor economy, supporting tens of thousands of jobs across hospitality, retail, and creative industries.

Coming in the early 2030s, in time to welcome the world during the 2034 Olympics, is a reimagined Salt Palace Convention Center within a sports, entertainment, culture and convention district. It will be a special place for Utahns and visitors. A place to gather. To linger. To connect.

A site where sports, entertainment, culture, and conventions come together in a powerful way. Before us is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to create a gathering place and center that will shine as bright as any other downtown hub in the nation. Built to meet the moment. Salt Lake's downtown keeps evolving, and as always, we will continue to soar.

Frequently Asked Questions

By investing now, we are ensuring the Salt Palace remains competitive, vibrant, and positioned to drive economic value and public benefit for decades to come. 

Abravanel Hall and UMOCA are central to the vision for a renewed downtown as cultural anchors that bring people together. Reimagining this area will create a stronger, more welcoming gathering place for residents and visitors alike. Planned renovations will enhance back-of-house spaces at Abravanel Hall and improve connections between surrounding arts and community spaces—strengthening the cultural heart of Salt Lake. 

No. The County will continue to own that property and maintain the garden.

The design process is underway to determine the programming and designs. Construction is estimated to begin in the spring of 2027 with completion by January 2031, well in advance of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games, where the Salt Palace will serve as the media center and potential curling site. 

The project team is evaluating design options and interim plans for each building’s operation during construction. The specific timing, duration, and extent of any area closures are still being evaluated. Feasibility studies are currently underway, and more detailed phasing and information will be shared as the design progresses.