Sports Facilities: The Renovation Wave: Why Venues Keep Getting Rebuilt

Wednesday, August 19 | 12:30 PM ET

Sports Facilities

The Renovation Wave: Why Venues Keep Getting Rebuilt

Arena development is not limited to new construction projects. Across professional sports, teams and venue owners are investing heavily in transformative renovations designed to unlock new revenue opportunities, modernize fan experiences, and extend the life of existing facilities. This episode will examine why organizations are increasingly choosing renovation over replacement, how they evaluate project economics, and what separates successful venue upgrades from projects that fail to meet expectations. 

What We Will Discuss: 

• The business case for major arena renovations versus new facility construction, including capital costs, operational disruption, and long-term revenue potential. 
• How premium seating, hospitality spaces, and service models are reshaping renovation priorities. 
• Managing large-scale construction projects while maintaining venue operations and event schedules. 
• How teams and venue owners measure return on investment and communicate project value to ownership groups, public partners, and fans. 
• Common challenges that derail venue redevelopment projects and lessons learned from recent renovations. 

Who Should Attend: 

• Team executives 
• Venue operators 
• Facility managers 
• Architects and developers 
• Premium seating and hospitality professionals 
• Technology vendors 
• Sponsorship and revenue leaders 
• Real estate and construction executives 
• Anyone involved in sports facility planning, development, or investment 

Featured Speakers to be Announced

Registration is free. All registrants will receive a recording of the webinar following the event.

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