Overview
Abravanel Hall is an architectural and artistic icon in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City. Built as the home of the Utah Symphony in 1979, the Hall is named for Maurice Abravanel, the long-time conductor of the Symphony and champion of classical music throughout Utah.
Abravanel Hall is renowned for its acoustical excellence. The performance space is actually a concrete building within a brick building, blocking out the din of the city and the lobby. Inside the performance hall, the white oak walls with distinctive raised paneling, allows the clear sounds of the Symphony to float throughout the Hall.
Abravanel Hall’s interiors are as stunning as the distinctive architecture, with its gold-leaf covered tiers, balconies, staircases and white oak wood paneling. The stunning four-story glass lobby boasts iconic city views of Temple Square and the Wasatch Range and is home to the Olympic Tower, a red blown-glass sculpture by renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. The performance hall is adorned with brass chandeliers decorated with 18,000 hand-strung Bohemian crystals, gold leafing framing the stage and decorating the balconies, and walls of white oak.
All That Glitters…
Is in fact gold, at least in Abravanel Hall! O.C. Tanner donated 12,000 square feet of 24-karat gold leaf that adorns the lobby stairs and tiers inside the auditorium. The hand-brushed gold leaf adds elegance to the building and the rich gold complements the white oak walls and brass railings.
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Ticket Office Hours
Tickets for events at Abravanel Hall can be purchased:
- Online at saltlakecountyarts.org
- On our ArtTix app
- By Phone at (801)-355-2787
- In person at our ArtTix ticketing hubs: Monday - Friday from 10 am - 6 pm and Saturdays from 10 am - 2 pm
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General Information
Phone: (385)-468-1010
Lost & Found: (385)-468-1189
Event Booking: (385)-468-1030
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Abravanel Hall Rental Information
Abravanel Hall at a Glance
Abravanel Hall is located in downtown Salt Lake City and is part of the Salt Lake County Arts & Culture family of venues. The Hall is is primarily an acoustic music hall and is basically two buildings – a concrete building within a brick building. Abravanel Hall is used for classical music, pops concerts, lectures, films, and corporate gatherings. The venue is elegant, rich, and distinguished; clad with warm white oak wood walls, 24-karat gold leaf, brass accents, highlighted by a four-story glass wall facing downtown Salt Lake and the 30-foot high Olympic Tower, a red blown-glass sculpture by renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. The performance hall is highlighted by six brass and Bohemian crystal chandeliers.
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- Abravanel Hall – Lobby
Rental Inquiries
If you’re interested in a rental at Abravanel Hall, please start by filling out the Venue Rental Application linked below. Once received, an Event Management representative will contact you.
For questions or additional rental information at Maurice Abravanel Hall please contact Salt Lake County Arts & Culture Event Management at (385)-468-1030 or events@info.saltlakecountyarts.org.
Performance Rental Information
Capacity
Auditorium – 2,766
Cast & Crew Accommodations
- One star dressing room
- Five private warm-up/dressing rooms
- Artist lounge with chorus room
Patron Accommodations
- Assisted Listening Devices
- Concessions
- Coat check
- Merchandise counter
Technical Specifications
- Stage Measurements: 80′ wide x 39′ deep x 34′ high
- Permanent wood concert shell
- Blonde hardwood floor
Rates
| Type | Services |
|---|---|
| Commercial | 2024-25 Venue Rental & Service Rates |
| Non-Profit | 2024-25 Venue Rental & Service Rates |
If you need rental rates for future seasons, please call our event management team at (385)-468-1030.
Meeting and Reception Rental Information
Capacities
| Type | Standing Reception | Banquet Reception |
|---|---|---|
| Abravanel Hall Stage | 246 | 120 |
| Abravanel Hall Lobby | Varies depending on type of event, please contact Arts & Culture Events for further details. | |
| First Tier Room | Varies depending on type of event, please contact Arts & Culture Events for further details. |
For Current Clients – Event Guide
Contact Event Management staff to request password.
Abravanel Hall Guest Services
Concessions
Concessions are available before the show and at intermission in the lobby. Western Foods offers Coca-Cola products, gourmet candies and baked treats. Only bottled water is allowed in the auditorium, so please plan to enjoy your refreshments prior to entering the performance. They accept cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover Card.
Accessibility Services
Elevators to all levels.
Escalator from the ticket office to the main lobby.
Abravanel Hall is accessible to people with disabilities and offers wheelchair seating, curbside assistance, and assisted listening devices. If you have any requests or concerns regarding wheelchair and companion seating or need other accommodations, including listening devices, ASL interpreter services, or captioning services, please contact ArtTix at 801-355-ARTS (2787) or 1-888-451-ARTS (2787) or by email at info@arttix.org. For Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS), dial 711.
Restrooms
Restrooms, including those with ADA accommodations are available on every level.
Coat Check
Coat check is available in the lobby near concessions. This service is available to all patrons free of charge.
Merchandise Sales
Merchandise is available for most performances. Contact arts-info@slco.org for further information about specific performances.
Parking and Transportation
Parking is not available at Abravanel Hall. However, metered street parking and paid lots are available nearby. 
In addition, TRAX stations and bus stops are conveniently located throughout downtown Salt Lake City to help make transportation easy. The TRAX stop nearest to Abravanel Hall is Temple Square Station.
Lost and Found
If you have misplaced an item at Abravanel Hall please contact lost and found at (385)-468-1189 for assistance.