Calls for Seattle Sonics return grow louder after NBA preseason game at Climate Pledge Arena
After a successful preseason game and impassioned speech from former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer at Climate Pledge Arena, we’re hearing more calls for the return of the Seattle Sonics to the NBA. (more…)
Crypto.com update #2: Two new Just Walk Out locations
More Crypto.com Arena news for the 2022-2023 NBA/NHL seasons: Arena visitors will have access to two new grab-and-go locations powered by Amazon’s frictionless Just Walk Out technology. (more…)
Crypto.com Arena update #1: New video displays
We’ll have a better view of Crypto.com Arena, home of the Los Angeles Lakers (NBA) / Kings (NHL) / Sparks (WNBA) / Clippers (NBA) with the installation of new video and ribbon displays for the 2022-2023 season. (more…)
Oak View Group expands international hospitality profile with Bovingdons acquisition
Oak View Group is beefing up its international hospitality profile after acquiring premium UK-based hospitality provider Bovingdons, the first international operator to join OVG Hospitality’s portfolio. (more…)
New Fishers arena to fuel $550M development
A new 8,500-seat arena for the Indy Fuel (ECHL) will be the cornerstone of new investments totaling some $550 million in the Fishers District development in suburban Indianapolis. (more…)
Midway Rising arena bid green-lit by San Diego City Council
The long-running debate over a new San Diego arena took another step forward as the San Diego City Council decides on the Midway Rising proposal for redevelopment of the 48-acre Pechanga Arena site. (more…)
New Arizona naming-rights deals on tap: Desert Diamond Arena and Mullett Arena
We have naming-rights deals for the past and present homes of the Arizona Coyotes (NHL) in the Phoenix area: Glendale’s Desert Diamond Arena and Arizona State University’s Mullett Arena. (more…)
Crypto.com Arena upgrades planned by AEG
AEG unveiled details for a nine-figure investment in capital improvements and property-wide Crypto.com Arena upgrades, set to be completed fall 2024, with several of the improvements being introduced to fans in time for the 2022-2023 NBA and NHL seasons. (more…)
MSG Entertainment spinoff could include venues, live entertainment
MSG Entertainment is exploring a potential spinoff separating its live entertainment business, including Madison Square Garden and MSG Networks, from the company’s MSG Sphere and Tao Group Hospitality businesses. (more…)
New OKC arena out to bid–for equines, not cagers
The Oklahoma City Council will open bidding shortly for a new $102-million OKC Fairgrounds arena, replacing Jim Norick Arena as the busiest venue in the city. (more…)
Oak View Group acquires Spectrum Catering, Concessions & Event Services
Oak View Group is bolstering its hospitality division with the acquisition of the Houston-based Spectrum Catering, Concessions & Event Services, specializing in major sporting events, music festivals, and artist and tour catering. (more…)
Arizona Coyotes outline plans for Tempe games
If you’ve attended a game at any decent college rink in the last decade, what the Arizona Coyotes are planning at the new ASU arena won’t be surprising. If your recent experiences are attending NHL games, you may be a little startled when visiting Arizona State University. (more…)
