Heber Valley, Utah (February 26, 2024) - Heber Valley’s Olympic legacy venue will once again play host to world-class athletes from across the globe this winter during a major biathlon competition. The pinnacle of Utah's winter sports event calendar, the BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon, is set to take place at Soldier Hollow Nordic Center March 8th through 10th, 2024. This prestigious event marks the second time Soldier Hollow has hosted BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon competition since the unforgettable 2002 Salt Lake Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
Combining the exhilarating disciplines of Nordic ski racing and precision target shooting, the BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon promises an unparalleled showcase of athleticism and skill. Professional athletes from around the world including the United States, Norway, Italy, France, Germany, Sweden, and more will gather at Soldier Hollow to compete in one of Europe's most popular winter sport spectacles.
Dallin Koecher, Executive Director of Heber Valley Tourism and Chamber, shared his remarks, “We are thrilled to welcome athletes, spectators, and visitors to the beautiful Heber Valley, only 45 minutes from an international airport and home to Soldier Hollow Nordic Center. The unbelievable access coupled with extraordinary infrastructure and facilities make this town a perfect destination for these exceptional events.”
Soldier Hollow hosts numerous local, collegiate, and national competitions throughout the year and provides a full-service Rossignol Demo Center offering both skate and classic equipment, Ski School specializing in beginner packages, snowshoe rentals, Biathlon Experience, and much more.
For a comprehensive list of all events at Soldier Hollow or additional information about the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, please visit UtahOlympicLegacy.org. Media seeking credentials to cover events at Soldier Hollow should contact Brennan Smith at [email protected].
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About Heber Valley
Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, Heber Valley is just 45 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport. Surrounded by world-renowned resorts such as Deer Valley and Sundance Resort, Heber Valley offers three expansive state parks, an Olympic venue, a historic tourism railroad, 90 holes of stunning mountain golf, and a quaint Swiss-influenced town. For more information, visit gohebervalley.com.
