Utah Transit Authority offers free rides for All-Star game

The Utah Transit Authority is offering 10 days of free rides for the upcoming 2023 NBA All-Star game in Salt Lake City.

• The complimentary transit is in effect through Tuesday, Feb. 21.

Why it matters: The All-Star game is anticipated to attract an estimated 100,000 visitors to Salt Lake City. Free rides could alleviate traffic congestion, reduce parking demand and improve air quality, per UTA.

Details: Fare-less trips apply to the FrontRunner, TRAX and all bus services.

• Additionally, travelers going to and from the Salt Lake City International Airport or Provo Municipal Airport get free rides for the day of their flight any time in February.

The intrigue: The TRAX Green Line will operate 24/7 from the airport to 600 S.

• The FrontRunner will run every hour on Sunday, Feb. 19.

Flashback: Last year, UTA offered free transit throughout February in an effort to reduce emissions.

• The initiative boosted public transit ridership and enhanced air quality, according to a UTA report measuring the program's impact.