Las Vegas Stadium Authority approves $75 million for upgrades to 6-year-old Allegiant Stadium
Summary
The Las Vegas Stadium Authority has approved $75 million in public funds to help pay for $158 million in upgrades to Allegiant Stadium. The Las Vegas Raiders will cover the remaining costs, with work planned to finish before the 2029 Super Bowl at the stadium.Key Facts
- Allegiant Stadium opened in 2020 and cost $2 billion to build.
- The upgrade aims to improve access to the stadium’s north entrance.
- The stadium has a seating capacity of 65,000.
- The project includes new pedestrian decks, a plaza, and better transportation options.
- Public funds come from surplus room tax revenue and cannot be used to pay down existing bonds.
- The Raiders will pay most of the upgrade costs and maintain the new facilities.
- Allegiant Stadium hosts NFL games, college football, concerts, and events like the Super Bowl and Final Four.
- The upgrades help the stadium compete with new venues opening in other U.S. cities.
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