10 Great Event Venues in Salt Lake City for Corporate Gatherings

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Salt Lake City continues to grow as a hub for business and events in the Mountain West. With that growth comes a wide range of venues—some new, some long-established—that serve different types of corporate needs. From large-scale conference centers to smaller creative spaces, the city offers venues that are more practical than flashy, and more flexible than one-size-fits-all.

Here are 10 venues in and around Salt Lake City that regularly host corporate gatherings, along with the types of events they’re most often used for.

1. The Grand America Hotel- Downtown

Best for: Large conferences, formal dinners, multi-day events

Salt Lake’s most traditional venue for large-scale corporate events. Multiple ballrooms, on-site catering, and accommodation make it a fit for companies looking to keep everything under one roof. Convenient downtown location, especially for out-of-town attendees.

2. The Leonardo Museum- Library Square

Best for: Panels, mixers, non-traditional setups

This downtown museum has a modern layout and flexible event spaces. Frequently used for community events, nonprofit gatherings, and corporate programming that aims to feel different from a typical hotel setting. Can accommodate small to mid-size groups.

3. Publik Space- Central 9th

Best for: Offsites, small team events, creative sessions

A smaller warehouse-style venue located in Central 9th. It’s often used for internal meetings, community-facing events, or launches. Natural light and open layout are appealing, but it’s best suited for low-tech setups.

4. The Gallivan Center- Downtown

Best for: Company parties, vendor fairs, large outdoor events

Located downtown, Gallivan is a public plaza that can be reserved for large-scale private events. It’s outdoors, so seasonal weather is a factor, but the central location and open space make it useful for gatherings that involve live music, food trucks, or public interaction.

5. The Union Event Center- North Temple

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Best for: Award shows, product launches, large meetings with AV needs

Originally a music venue, The Union can handle lighting, sound, and stage-heavy productions. It’s typically used for evening events, internal conferences, or branded programs that need more technical infrastructure.

6. The Foundry- South Jordan

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Best for: Retreats, leadership sessions, private dinners

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A modern, neutral event space located in Daybreak. Often used by companies based on the south end of the valley. Not as large as downtown venues, but the space is clean and flexible for smaller, curated gatherings.

7. Rice-Eccles Stadium Tower- University of Utah

Best for: Presentations, donor events, small receptions

Located on the University of Utah campus, this space offers a quiet, elevated view of the city. It’s not widely known as an event venue, but it works well for more formal, low-capacity events where the setting is meant to feel set apart.

8. The Garden Place at Heritage Park- East Bench

Best for: Team retreats, holiday parties, daytime events

A more rustic venue with windows, wood interiors, and mountain views. Frequently used for internal-facing events that prioritize setting over scale. Located on the east side near the foothills.

9. Noir Event Center- Downtown

Best for: Brand activations, creative showcases, small panels

One of the newer venues downtown. Modular interior with darker tones and some built-in lighting features. Often used by creative teams or startups for evening events with a visual or branded component.

10. Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA)- University of Utah

Best for: Fundraisers, gallery-style receptions, speaker series

Located at the University of Utah, the UMFA hosts events in and around its gallery spaces. Typically used for arts organizations, universities, and nonprofits, but also works for smaller professional events that benefit from a quieter, structured environment.

Conclusion

Salt Lake City’s event venues serve a wide range of use cases—from formal gatherings with hundreds of attendees to smaller, team-focused events. The right fit often depends on format, guest count, and what kind of impression (or lack thereof) you're aiming to make.

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Contact us today to start planning your next event!

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