Travel & Stay
Getting Here
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Flying In
The closest airport is Salt Lake City International (SLC), about 15 minutes from downtown and the easiest option for most guests.
Uber/Lyft and taxis are readily available from the airport.
If you’re planning to extend your stay in the mountains, car rentals are convenient and widely available.
Smaller regional airports (like Provo, South Valley Regional, and Ogden-Hinckley) sometimes offer affordable flights, but SLC is the best bet.
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Driving In
Salt Lake City is right off I-15, making it easy to reach by car. Parking downtown is generally straightforward, and most hotels/Airbnbs have options available.
From the south (Arizona, Las Vegas): I-15 north is the most direct route.
From the east (Colorado, Wyoming: I-80 or I-84 will bring you in.
Where to Stay
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Hotels
Here are some recommended places to stay near the celebration:
Marriott (University Park) near Emigration Canyon — Mid-range option close to the venue.
Hampton Inn & Suites (Salt Lake City/University-Foothill Dr.) near Emigration Canyon — Budget-friendly stay just minutes from the celebration.
The Grand America Hotel in Downtown — Luxury choice with classic Salt Lake elegance and full amenities.
Le Méridien in Downtown — Modern mid-range hotel in the heart of the city.
Engen Hus Bed & Breakfast in Holladay — Cozy, charming B&B at the base of the canyons.
Hyatt Place (Cottonwood) in Cottonwood Heights — Convenient option to the mountains.
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Airbnb or VRBO
If you prefer a house or apartment rental, Salt Lake has plenty of great options.
Recommended Neighborhoods
Downtown – Central, close to restaurants, bars, and the venue.
Sugar House – A lively neighborhood with walkable shops, parks, and breweries.
The Avenues – Charming, quiet, and close to downtown.
Millcreek/Holladay – A little farther south, but closer to the mountains.
Cottonwood Heights – Furthest south in this list, but great for mountain access.
Things to Do
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Outdoors
Snowshoe or winter hike in Big Cottonwood or Millcreek Canyon (beautiful year-round).
Ski or snowboard at Brighton, Solitude, Snowbird, or Alta. Reach out to us for a discount at any Ikon destination!
Catch sunset views at Ensign Peak (a short winter-friendly hike right by downtown).
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Food & Drink
Places we love: Tamarind Vietnamese & Phở Kitchen, One More Noodle House, Handle Bar, Mahider Ethiopian, Ozora Izakaya, Eats Bakery & Coffee
Breweries: TF Brewing, Fisher, Epic Brewing
Cocktails: Hide & Seek, Lake Effect, Bodega & the Rest
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Around Town
Explore the Natural History Museum of Utah.
Stroll the 9th & 9th neighborhood for shops and coffee.
Visit Red Butte Garden (open year-round) or 🌊 see the Great Salt Lake for something unique.