Ahead of schedule, the Atlanta Falcons have converted construction loans for Mercedes-Benz Stadium into long-term financing. (more…)
Archive | Atlanta Falcons
Falcons Confident in June, 2017 Opening for New Stadium
Plans are taking shape to demolish the Georgia Dome, giving the Atlanta Falcons a chance to express their confidence that Mercedes-Benz Stadium will open on June 1, 2017. (more…)
Falcons Plan for Delays in Opening of Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Although Atlanta Falcons President/CEO Rich McKay says the opening of Mercedes-Benz Stadium is set for June 1, 2017, the team’s front office is working on a contingency plan in place to address preseason stadium needs. (more…)
Falcons: New Stadium Will Open in June 2017
With construction continuing on Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta Falcons officials are unwavering in their confidence that the stadium will open on June 1, 2017. (more…)
Falcons Spend $200 Million Extra on Mercedes-Benz Stadium Construction
The Atlanta Falcons have requested almost $200 million in change orders to Mercedes-Benz Stadium construction over the past several months, potentially pushing the cost of the retractable-roof facility to $1.5 billion. (more…)
Future Super Bowls to Showcase NFL’s Finest Stadiums
Over the next five Super Bowls, the NFL will have a chance to showcase some of its finest stadiums. (more…)
Falcons Cooking up Concession Deals for Mercedes-Benz Stadium
When the Atlanta Falcons move into their new Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2017, they will be offering the deepest discounts in concessions in the National Football League. (more…)
Mercedes-Benz Stadium construction schedule slips
Mercedes-Benz Stadium construction has slipped by three months, and the delay to a June 1, 2017 opening won’t affect the Atlanta Falcons season, according to team owner Arthur Blank — but the price tag will go past the budgeted $1.4 billion. (more…)
Preview: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
In 2017, the Atlanta Falcons will kick off a new era as they open the state-of-the-art Mercedes-Benz Stadium, a retractable-roof venue in downtown Atlanta. The stadium will also serve the MLS’ Atlanta United FC, Peach Bowl, College Football Playoff National Championship, and the SEC Championship Game. (more…)