LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — The Las Vegas Stadium Authority on Wednesday unanimously approved up to $75 million to help fund a major renovation project at Allegiant Stadium.
The funds aim to support a $158 million overhaul of the venue’s busy North Entry.
The project is designed to address pedestrian congestion and improve traffic flow at one of the stadium’s busiest access points. Since opening, the Raiders say the North Entry has faced heavy bottlenecks as large crowds walk across the Hacienda Bridge from the Las Vegas Strip.
The Raiders say the approved funding will come from the Waterfall Residual Fund—a component of the stadium’s original financing structure under Senate Bill 1 used for capital improvements and infrastructure—meaning it requires no new taxes or additional public dollars. The Las Vegas Raiders will cover the remaining costs of the project.
“We are grateful to the Las Vegas Stadium Authority for its partnership and collaboration as we continue working together to ensure Allegiant Stadium remains a world-class destination for Las Vegas and the Raider Nation for years to come,” Raiders Owner Mark Davis said in a statement.
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The redesign, led by the architecture firm Grimshaw, includes several major upgrades:
- An elevated pedestrian deck: A raised walkway extending from the West Hacienda Avenue overpass directly to the northern gate, separating foot traffic from vehicles.
- Under-deck transportation upgrades: A dedicated pick-up and drop-off area underneath the pedestrian deck to improve rideshare and vehicle circulation, with plans to eventually connect to The Boring Company’s tunnel network.
- A large entry canopy: A massive structure over the entry plaza to provide shade for arriving guests and double as a venue for smaller community events and activations.
Raiders President Sandra Douglass Morgan emphasized that the renovations will improve the fan experience before visitors even step inside.
“These improvements will enhance access to and from the stadium, improve traffic flow and rideshare operations, and ultimately create a better overall experience for our fans and the community,” Morgan said.
Since opening, Allegiant Stadium has welcomed more than 7 million attendees across 151 major events, generating an estimated $10.6 billion in economic activity.
“Keeping Allegiant Stadium the #1 stadium in the country is a priority for all of us,” said Steve Hill, CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. “Many cities are copying our model and building new stadiums, bringing new competition.”
Preliminary design work is already underway. Construction is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2027, with plans to complete the project by the end of 2028—just ahead of Las Vegas hosting the Super Bowl in early 2029.
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