Utah Olympic Park in Park City will be hosting a “Celebrate 2034!” event on July 24 to announce and celebrate exciting news for Utah regarding the 2034 Winter Olympics. A vote to approve the bid is set to occur at the Olympic body’s session in Paris on July 24.
The July 24 celebration in Park City promises to be an unforgettable day with diverse activities for everyone, food and a free concert. Events scheduled from 4-6 p.m. will feature giveaways and a chance to meet athletes and connect with street vendors. Some of these include Ski Utah, Alf Engen Ski Museum, National Ability Center, Park City Ski & Snowboard, US Ski & Snowboard Team and more.
Food trucks will also be present throughout the day with plenty of options. As the evening progresses, from 6:30-7 p.m., guests will enjoy a spectacular free Flying Ace All-Stars freestyle show. Acoustic pop band Freedog will close out the night from 7-9 p.m. with a live performance.
Utah holds a very significant place in the history of the Winter Olympics. Salt Lake City hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics, showcasing its world-class facilities, welcoming community and passion for winter sports. In 2034, Utah would make an even better host, offering improved infrastructure, reliable winter conditions and a more mature economy to sustain the incoming tourists.
The International Olympic Committee chooses host countries through a meticulous selection process.
According to the official International Olympic Committee website, “The IOC is at the very heart of world sport, supporting every Olympic Movement stakeholder, promoting Olympism worldwide and overseeing the regular celebration.”
Cities interested in hosting the Olympics submit a detailed bid and emphasize their capability of providing necessary venues, accommodation and infrastructure. Then, the IOC evaluates these bids, considering factors like government support, public and athlete safety as well as facilities provided. After conducting a thorough review, IOC members vote to determine the host city, keeping in mind that their main goal is to ensure the Winter Olympics continue to inspire and unite people worldwide through the spirit of sport.
