Gallivan Center

Had a great time at the Blue October concert. The company/ person I was dating could have been better but you live and learn. Right? The band was awesome but again the person I was with was a bit of a drag and distracting.
The stage was smaller than I expected but what a fun atmosphere for a outdoor concert.

Seating is limited/ no chairs allowed/ can bring a small beach blanket

Beer sold but if you can skip the alcohol you can bypass entry lines and go right in because you don't need to wait for the wrist band. Which was cool because this show was on a Thursday night and I wasn't about to drink on a work night!

Food Trucks: there were several we ate at a really good bbq one.

Water, sodas, and Beer available.

Parking was only 5.00

Concert shirts: I got mine

We attended Empire of the Sun and Big Wild for the Salt City Sounds Concert Series. This location is great! It is easy to find a good place to see and the artists love interacting with the crowds since the stage makes it more intimate of an environment. I am a big fan of this venue! At smaller concerts, it is easy to bring a blanket and just sit out.

Oh Gallivan Center! The place that's in the heart of the city. A man made park. Perfect for a city person to get enough sunshine and still be ok with the cold.

During winter they have an outdoor ice rink. Beautiful lights shining down and amazing fun music to skate to. It's very inexpensive too.

Their summer time the Gallivan Center turns into a contest/event location. I've been to serval of the summer events and it's amazing. The beer fest is surprisingly really popular there. And the twilight concert was hosted there this year.

Best part is that if you work there. Every Thursday is food truck Thursday's.

I had the chance to attend a wine tasting event last night. It was the first time I've been to this venue-I was actually surprised that it was there. It's hidden in the second level of the building where you rent ice skates-I had no idea the place existed.

Our group was pretty small-about 30 people in total-and we were seated at round tables facing the presenter. The room was comfortable and very open. The event was held in the evening and we were able to enjoy the downtown lights from the windows surrounding us. Lighting was soft but ample.

Parking was not too bad-we parked in the Wells Fargo building and walked about a block over to the building. Signage was a little lacking, but we figured out where we needed to be.

If you are looking to host your event in a comfortable and downtown location, this might be a fun place to consider.

Went to a free outdoor ballet event here. Loved the atmosphere! It was my first one since I'm not a local and I really liked it! Wish parking was a bit cheaper, especially since the event was free, but all in all I enjoyed it and will be keeping an eye out for more free events!

Ive been to many events over the years here. Its a great place even for the kids. The production is well planned and the ice skating seasons never get old. Many memories have been made here and ill keep coming back, except for the twilight concert series. Good luck with that one.

We love ice skating here in the winter time. They are always packed but the lights and music make it a great time. They also have hot chocolate and fire pits to warm up. Will definitely make a tradition of going each year.

Great activities for everyone in the family. From concerts, to ice-skating you'll never be bored!!

We headed there for a fun family activity, and it did not disappoint. We arrived around 6:30 and it wasn't too crowded, my kids and husband all were outfitted in rental skates (my husband wished the skates were a bit nicer), and then they headed out to the rink. What a pretty setting and the kids loved skating, and had a hard time when we told them it was time to leave. Definitely family friendly, they had so much fun!

So much fun to go play like a kid again! It's also really cool to have the buildings of downtown around you!

Such a fun atmosphere! We had a lot of fun and my girls loved the old time music and the fun lights. The one thing I was sad about is that they don't have any of the assistance devices for children. My little ones just held onto the sides of the rink though and made it work.

Small rink in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City. Visited on a Saturday afternoon and it was relatively busy but not so crazy our wasn't fun. The website says kids 3 and under are free- that's because they can't actually go on the ice. We took a stroller but couldn't use it so my husband and I had to take turns going alone. Would I go again without my toddler? If I was already downtown. The city views are the best reason to visit the Gallivan Center Ice Rink.

So much fun skating today with the family in the snow. Loved how it is uncovered and in a great location downtown. Not too busy either.

The ice was fresh, the skates were well kept, and the staff was helpful. A bit crowded and the lockers are small, but a clean location! Oh, and you have to pay for parking as they don't validate.

Great place for a fun night. I've only ever been here for ice skating but I know they host a variety of other activities in the sunny months as well.

It's always pretty busy and the rink is pretty tiny too. Lots of little kiddos testing out their skating legs and breaking their tail bones on the ice. It's a magical place though, right in the middle of SLC (and the Maverik Headquarters is just across the street, so ending the night off with a cup of hot cocoa is the way to go).

The employees are a bunch of young high school aged kids, they love to chat with each other but at least know the answers to my questions and know what size of skate to grab me. So I can't complain. They sell some treats inside too, drinks and baked goods.

TIPS & TRICKS:
* Purchase your tickets on Groupon! You'll save $3 a person (normal cost for adults is $9).
* There are lockers available, I'm not sure if they're for rent or complimentary but I'd honestly just bring a card with you and leave your purse under the seat in the car. You'll be happy not to skate with it or risk spending more money on renting a locker–sorry I didn't get any more information on that!
* Lots of bench seating around the rink if you're more of a spectator.

I took my two kids and a couple of their friends ice skating at the Gallivan Center ice rink yesterday for the first time. It was their second time ever ice skating so they started out slow and cautious. They skated for two hours and they were having so much fun they didn't want to leave!

I love that the rink is small (not too intimidating for kids) and my girls especially liked having the hand rail to hold onto at first. I didn't skate with them and there were plenty of places for me to sit and heaters to stand by when it got cold.

I love that there is a bathroom really close – just inside where you get your skates. The floor is all rubber so you don't even have to take off your skates to go in the bathrooms. Also, I appreciated that the rink has an Ice Guard on duty. I saw one help a lady who had fallen and hit her head.

My girls are begging to go back again and I'm sure we'll be back at least a couple times before winter's over.

Was just here for ice skating. We were here when they opened at noon so the rink was not crowded, just some parents teaching their little ones. 80's music was playing and the mood was fun. The rink is on the small side but the convenience of it being in the Downtown is priceless.

Fun place to take family or a date ice skating. We went on a Friday night so it was pretty busy. I think it would have been a little more enjoyable earlier in the day or evening but overall still a great time! They even have tiny skates for toddlers!

Had so much fun with my family skating over the Christmas Holiday. There were long lines due to the holiday but their system was organized and it took no time at all before we were on the ice. Definitely something I will do again!

We've come to the Gallivan Center Iceskating rink for every year for 5 years. It was the 2nd date for me and my wife and has become a fun and cherished tradition. We'll always come to the rink for our favorite Christmas tradition.

If you're a local or just visiting SLC, I would absolutely recommend ice skating here!! There is such a fun atmosphere and one thing I LOVE about the Gallivan Center is how it is literally in the middle of the city. It's such a great place to bring your family and I love how they have great events all year long! Love love love this place!

Ice skating here is so fun. The Christmas lights and music. We enjoy coming every year.

Galli can center is a rad little book of Salt Lake City and specifically downtown that they have built up and established with cute eateries and in the winter they have an ice skating rink.

In summer this is where they host craft lake city DIY festival.
They also host summer concerts here sometimes when the weather is good.

The outdoor space is great and pretty open to use for a wide variety of things so I'm glad they are at least doing that! Everything is newer and updated.

Man this place is pretty cool. I just moved from Denver which was always happening and there was always something to do. But The Gallivan Center has free concerts during the summer which are AWESOME!

Who would've thought I could see Lil' John, on a Wednesday, FOR FREE? That's right people, completely free. Sure food and drinks inside are a little pricey, but they honestly weren't outrageously priced. And there was nice grass to sit on, not too crowded, and the sound system was surprising great!

I'm excited to see what concerts they hold here next summer. I will definitely be checking out the ice skating rink this winter too! I love that Salt Lake has a place like this, makes me appreciate being here even more 🙂

I am a little hesitant to offer this review because I don't want this secret to get out. This mid city plaza is a quiet retreat from the city, but IN the city. Outdoor seating (bring your own lunch) and daily entertainment during the lunch hour. Food Truck Thursdays offer a discounted lunch but there are many local fast food places where you can grab food and carry it in. They often have night time functions or weekend events. Such a great venue for music with an incredible stage and sound system.