The NHL announcement in Salt Lake City on April 18, 2024 brought excitement to the downtown area. With the news of a new team coming to town, businesses in the central business district are looking forward to increased foot traffic and profits. Dee Brewer, the Executive Director of the Salt Lake City Downtown Alliance, expressed anticipation for more entertainment options to draw customers downtown.
As a result of this announcement, there will be an extra 41 nights of entertainment in the downtown area. Brewer estimated that this could result in 500,000 to 600,000 new customer visits next year. The Delta Center, where the NHL team will play, plays a crucial role in the downtown economy as it hosted a majority of the top visitation days last year.
Brewer highlighted that the Delta Center is not only important for professional sports but also for concerts, shows and other forms of entertainment. The arrival of the NHL team is expected to bring in new fans who may not overlap with existing supporters of the Utah Jazz basketball team. This presents an opportunity for businesses to attract a different demographic.
In addition to businesses benefiting from increased visitors, Brewer mentioned that the hospitality sector is also likely to see growth due to this announcement. The NHL team’s arrival is predicted to stimulate economic activity in the downtown area and create opportunities for various businesses such as hotels bars and restaurants to thrive.
This news has caused excitement among local residents and tourists alike who are eagerly awaiting more entertainment options and increased foot traffic in downtown Salt Lake City.
Overall, this new development presents an excellent opportunity for businesses and entrepreneurs in Salt Lake City’s central business district, as well as those working within the hospitality sector, to grow their operations and attract more customers through increased foot traffic and entertainment options.
