Allegiant Stadium is set for a major upgrade after the Las Vegas Stadium Authority unanimously approved up to $75 million toward a proposed Las Vegas Raiders renovation project. The approximately $158 million overhaul will focus on the stadium’s busy North Entry and improve pedestrian access, traffic flow, and the overall visitor experience.
Allegiant Stadium Renovation Gets $75M Approval
The Stadium Authority approved the funding, advancing plans for a redesigned North Entry area at Allegiant Stadium. The project will address congestion around one of the venue’s busiest access points, particularly during major sporting events and concerts.
The approved money will come from the Waterfall Residual Fund. The fund is part of the stadium’s financing structure established under Nevada Senate Bill 1. It can support early stadium debt retirement, capital improvements, and infrastructure connected to the stadium. The approval does not create a new tax or require an additional allocation of general public dollars. The Raiders will cover the remaining project costs.
Raiders owner Mark Davis thanked the Stadium Authority for its partnership. He said the organization remains committed to keeping Allegiant Stadium a major destination for Las Vegas and Raider Nation.
Raiders President Sandra Douglass Morgan also highlighted the planned improvements. She said the changes will improve access to and from the venue, traffic flow and rideshare operations. The goal, she said, is to “ultimately create a better overall experience” for fans and the community.
North Entry Set for Major Overhaul
The North Entry has become an important pressure point as Allegiant Stadium has attracted increasingly large crowds. Many visitors approach the venue from the Las Vegas Strip using the Hacienda Bridge. During high-attendance events, that route can create heavy pedestrian congestion.
The proposed redesign, led by architecture firm Grimshaw, will add several new features. A raised pedestrian deck will connect the West Hacienda Avenue overpass with the stadium’s northern gate. The elevated walkway will give pedestrians a more direct route between the Strip and the stadium.
Below the pedestrian deck, the project will include transportation improvements. According to Fox5Vegas, a dedicated pickup and drop-off area is planned to improve vehicle circulation and rideshare operations. Plans also include a potential future station connecting with The Boring Company’s tunnel network.
Another major element will be a large canopy covering the entry plaza. The structure will provide shade for visitors waiting to enter the stadium. It could also accommodate smaller concerts, activations, and community events.
The project’s estimated price tag is approximately $158 million. The Stadium Authority’s approved contribution would cover up to $75 million, while the Raiders will fund the remaining amount.
The Upgrade Targets 2028 Completion
Allegiant Stadium has become a major sports and entertainment venue since opening. According to the Raiders, the stadium has hosted 151 major ticketed events and welcomed more than 7 million attendees during its first six years of operation. Those events have generated an estimated $10.6 billion in economic activity.
The venue has hosted major events including Super Bowl LVIII, WrestleMania, international soccer, championship boxing and concerts. It has also served community purposes, including hosting naturalization ceremonies, high school football championships and serving as an Election Day voting site in 2024.
Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority CEO Steve Hill described Allegiant Stadium as a critical community asset. He also said maintaining the venue’s position among major stadiums remains a priority as other cities develop competing sports and entertainment facilities.
