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Tuesday Mar 19, 2024
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM MDT
Ken Garff University Club
Rice Eccles Stadium
451 S 1400 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Parking Information:
Parking costs are not included for this event. It will cost $3 an hour to park.
How to Pay for Parking:
Pay with MobilePay: Scan the QR code displayed in the lot (or with our staff, or click the link in this description) to be directed to the TEXT2PARK website. You can also text the P-code message (ULOT1, ULOT40) to "25023" to receive a link to the TEXT2PARK website via text message. Method of payment: Credit card only. Please Note: You will need to enter your license plate number.
We encourage you to take TRAX, which lets you off right at the bottom of the stadium parking lot. If you do choose to drive, please refrain from parking in stalls marked "Ken Garff University Club." These spots are reserved for the clubs members.
If you park in the Stadium Lot, the parking code is: ULOT1
If you park in the Guardsman Lot, the parking code is: ULOT40
Click Here for Parking Map
Members: $35
Non-members: $50
Sponsorships Available - Click Here
*The discounted member rate is available to Chamber members who log into their account when registering. If you do not have your username and password, please contact kkaddas@slchamber.com
Kat Kaddas (801)-859-8676
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