Outdoor Spaces

Main Stage

Standing in the center of Rio Tinto Kennecott Plaza, your guests will be amazed as they find themselves looking up and knowing they’re under Utah’s newest landmark, EECO. Situated on an elevated 70-foot wide circular pad, our Main Stage overlooks the expanse of the plaza and provides a 360° view of the Salt Lake Valley. During the evening, your guests will be treated to spectacular Utah sunsets and will be able to enjoy tailored lighting selections with a wide range of color and intensity to match your company’s brand, the mood you’re wanting for the event, or a specific design you’re envisioning.

Square Footage: 3,800
Guest Capacity: up to 450
Available 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

West Lawn

Our largest stand-alone event space anchors the west side of the Rio Tinto Kennecott Plaza. The West Lawn is expertly manicured and is the perfect place for hosting massive seated dinners, company picnics, and even festivals. Your event will have a breathtaking backdrop complete with EECO framed by the majestic Rocky Mountains. Guests will surely take advantage of this photo-worthy space.

Square Footage: 46,000
Guest Capacity: up to 6,000
Available 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Amphitheater

Combining our Main Stage and West Lawn, the Amphitheater is ready for massive concerts and shows. It can also handle show-stopping product launches, showcases, and many other event types boasting enough space for up to 7,000 guests. Guests will receive the best of both worlds viewing EECO towering over the Main Stage and the mountain vistas of the West Lawn, all while enjoying our full suite of customizable lighting and sound.

Square Footage: 50,000
Guest Capacity: up to 7,000
Available 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Multi-Use Space

An outdoor alternative to our interior ballrooms, the Multi-Use Space is the perfect mid-sized location for many different types of events. The Multi-Use Space was designed to be a blank canvas with it’s perfectly paved surface ready for tenting, dancing under the night sky, or any other elements you can imagine. With enough space for up to 450 people, there will be plenty of room for imagination and exploration for you and your guests.

Square Footage: 3,700
Guest Capacity: up to 450
Available 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Grove

The southwest corner of the Rio Tinto Kennecott Plaza is ready for you to add a culinary twist to your events. Featuring four fully outfitted food truck pads, guests will have plenty of options to choose from with the food trucks available in Salt Lake. The pads also offer the opportunity to set up outdoor kitchens for your chosen caterer to showcase their action stations or beautiful displays. The Grove is perfect as a VIP lounge or outdoor bar with access to a dual fire pit gathering space and ample room for additional seating.

Square Footage: 9,300
Capacity: up to 100
Available 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Grotto

Our most intimate outdoor space is nestled in a shaded area of the Rio Tinto Kennecott Plaza between the Aquarium and the Main Stage. Built-in seating for 14 guests surrounds a fire pit creating a cozy atmosphere. The Grotto is the perfect location for a VIP dinner, a small gathering of friends, or even a pop-up restaurant. The space has the ability to accommodate up to 20 guests and will surely make your guests feel special in the uniquely designed space.

Square Footage: 600
Capacity: up to 20
Available 6:30 – 10:00 p.m.