Two of the leaders in the arena/live-events/venue worlds are joining forces, as Spectra and Oak View Group announced a definitive agreement to merge operations before the end of the year. (more…)
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Climate Pledge Arena cost now $1.15B
The total Climate Pledge Arena cost now exceeds a billion dollars as the scale of work changes for the future home of the Seattle Kraken (NHL). (more…)
New Manchester arena approved by City Council
The Manchester City Council approved Oak View Group’s plan for a 23,500-capacity arena at the Etihad Campus, despite Manchester Arena opposition to the plan. (more…)
Populous, BAM tapped for new OVG Manchester arena design, construction
International architecture firm Populous and European construction firm Royal BAM Group have been tapped by Oak View Group to design and build a new Manchester arena billed as the largest of its kind in the UK. (more…)
New Palm Springs Arena Reportedly in the Works
A new Palm Springs arena is reportedly is being discussed, with the venue planned for a Seattle-affiliated AHL squad and concerts. (more…)
New University of Texas Arena Finalized in Unique Private Investment
In a very unique private investment in a university sports and event facility, a group led by the Oak View Group (OVG) that includes actor Matthew McConaughey will build a new $338-million arena on the University of Texas at Austin (UT) campus, set to be home to university men’s and women’s basketball games and other […]
Tariffs Cited as Factor in Rising KeyArena Renovation Cost
Tariffs on imported construction materials were a factor in the increase of a KeyArena renovation cost, according to Oak View Group CEO Tim Leiweke. (more…)
Vegas Could be Model For Seattle Expansion NHL Franchise
If plans for a Seattle NHL expansion franchise move forward, the 2017-18 season of the Vegas Golden Knights will certainly provide a model for early success. (more…)
Oak View Group Details KeyArena Renovation Timing
The Oak View Group believes it could renovate KeyArena on a three or four-year schedule, according to CEO Tim Leiweke. (more…)
Tim Leiweke: Seattle Arena Pursuit is Not a Competition
Though two separate arena plans are unfolding in Seattle, executive Tim Leiweke is downplaying the notion that they are in direct competition. (more…)
