Utah's Olympic & Paralympic Legacy

Host of the 2002 and 2034 Winter Games

On July 24, 2024, Salt Lake City-Utah was selected by the International Olympic Committee as the host of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

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Utah Sports Commission

Created prior to the 2002 Winter Games to lead Utah’s sport and Olympic & Paralympic legacy efforts, the Utah Sports Commission has broad public and private sector support. The organization works closely with the governor, legislative leaders, local government, and a wide range of business and community members to actively integrate sport as a vital element of the state’s economic engine.

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Continuing Legacy

The Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Games engaged hundreds of thousands of spectators and over 2.1 billion global broadcast viewers. Bringing a significant boost to Utah's economy, legacy, and identity, its impact is still felt today. Rooted in an athletes-first philosophy, Utah’s sports culture continues to attract athletes from around the world to train and compete in a welcoming atmosphere. The Olympic spirit and its values are deeply embedded in the fabric of Utah’s community.

The world-class venues built for the Games continue to see regular use and upgrades. Since 2002, more than 90 international world cup and world championship events have been held in Utah, supported by a dedicated pool of skilled volunteers. For example, the 2019 FIS Freestyle Ski and Snowboarding World Championships brought 1,800 athletes and staff from 40 nations and engaged 500 local volunteers.

Making History

Here are 6 ways Utah benefitted from the 2002 Olympics

Salt Lake City gets USOC go-ahead to bid for Winter Olympics

The Olympics are coming back: Salt Lake City named preferred host for 2034 Winter Games

Future Olympians & Paralympians

Through a $76 million endowment from the Salt Lake City 2002 Winter Games, the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation maintains the Utah Olympic Oval, Utah Olympic Park, and Soldier Hollow Nordic Center. These world-class facilities are designated as the Official U.S. Olympic Training Sites for current and future Olympians and Paralympians. The foundation also celebrates the spirit of the Winter Games, inspiring active, healthy lifestyles and increasing community uses of these Olympic and Paralympic venues.

Proud to be Home to

Utah’s Olympic and Paralympic legacy is also reflected in its role as the home base for the headquarters of four National Governing Bodies: U.S. Ski & Snowboard, US Speedskating, USA Climbing, and U.S. Biathlon.

Since the 2002 Winter Games

Keeping Utah “ready, willing, and able”, the Utah Sports Commission teamed up on nearly 1100 sporting events across the state.

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