HEBER VALLEY, Utah — The Heber Valley and Deer Valley East Village areas are gearing up for one of the most exciting winter seasons. With the much-anticipated expansion of Deer Valley East Village, new luxury lodging developments, culinary additions, and family-friendly seasonal activities across the valley, winter 2025–2026 promises to be unforgettable for visitors and locals alike.

Deer Valley East Village Expansion Opens New Terrain – This winter marks the next major milestone in Deer Valley Resort’s historic expansion, with the opening of new terrain and lifts in the Deer Valley East Village area. The latest additions include seven new chairlifts, among them the East Village Express and a new 10-passenger gondola connecting East Village to Park Peak. These lifts build upon the three introduced last winter and provide seamless access to nearly 100 new ski runs of varying difficulty levels, including the impressive 4.8-mile “Green Monster” ski run stretching from the top of Park Peak to the Deer Valley East Village base area.

In total, this winter season, Deer Valley will now offer over 4,300 acres of skiable terrain — more than doubling its original size. This transformative expansion solidifies Deer Valley’s position as one of North America’s premier ski destinations. View the updated trail map here.

Utah Outliers U-20 Tier II Junior Hockey Team – Adding to the region’s growing roster of winter attractions, the Utah Outliers, a U-20 Tier 2 Junior A team in the USPHL, will play its first season at the newly opened Black Rock Event Center at Black Rock Mountain Resort. This newly completed state-of-the-art facility features an NHL-standard ice surface, seating for 2,000 hockey fans, and additional amenities including a synthetic ice training area, three-story fitness center, and concert capacity for up to 3,300 attendees. The new arena offers locals and visitors a vibrant new venue for winter sports and entertainment.

Luxury Lodging and Spa Updates

The Slope, New Alpine Village – This visionary new luxury mountain village will be located along the Provo River in Heber City, just minutes from the new Deer Valley East Village. With a groundbreaking this fall 2025, the walkable, community-focused destination will feature an 86-key resort hotel, over 200 branded residences, and more than 100,000 square feet of retail and dining space. The Slope brings together resort-grade amenities such as a year-round tubing hill, alpine wellness facilities, a fitness club, and pedestrian paths connected to natural surroundings. More details can be found here.

Agaci Spa + Wellness at Grand Hyatt Deer Valley – This winter also introduces elevated relaxation and hospitality options. The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley continues to expand its offerings with the new Agaci Spa + Wellness, which opened in spring 2025. The spa features restorative treatments and luxurious wellness amenities perfect for après-ski rejuvenation. Learn more about Agaci Spa + Wellness here.

Canopy by Hilton at Deer Valley East Village Opening in 2026 – Looking ahead, Canopy by Hilton nears completion with a planned opening in June 2026 at the new Deer Valley East Village area, marking Hilton’s first ski-destination Canopy property. Learn more here.

Four Seasons Deer Valley Now Under Construction – Construction is well underway for the new Four Seasons Deer Valley, slated to open in 2028. This project brings an additional level of refinement and service to the expanding area with prime slope-side access, unparallelled amenities, and private après-ski experiences. Additional information available here.

Ongoing Transformation at Homestead – The historic Homestead property in Midway continues its remarkable transformation. The newly restored Virginia House reopened in September 2025, complementing the debut of new outdoor pools this past summer. Guests can look forward to the resort’s new outdoor dining globes beside the Milk House — perfect for cozy winter moments under the stars — and The Sunroom inside the Virginia House, now open with seasonal menus and shareable bites. Discover more about The Sunroom here and the Dining Globes here.

New Shopping and Culinary Delights in Midway – Midway’s boutique shopping and dining scene continues to grow and thrive with several new, notable additions. Learn more about the boutique shops, art galleries, quaint eateries, and the historic culture of Midway here.

  • Ballerina Farm Store, which opened in summer 2025, offering local goods and farm-inspired favorites.
  • The Dainty Pear, which opened in February 2025, now adds The Olive Press Café (which opened September 2025) to its offerings — a beautifully adorned spot for coffee, pastries, and light fare.
  • Harvest Midway, also opened in September 2025, opens its second location and brings a fresh, local focus to seasonal dining. Its flagship location continues to provide a great restaurant experience in Park City also.
  • The Food Nanny, a well-established social brand, plans to open a new retail and cooking-class concept in Midway in Fall 2026.

About Heber Valley, Utah

Just 45 minutes from Salt Lake City International Airport, 20 minutes from Park City, and less than 30 minutes from Provo/Orem, the beautiful Heber Valley is a quick and convenient getaway offering a wide range of year-round, iconic outdoor adventures, events, and experiences. To learn more, visit gohebervalley.com.