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…)
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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…)
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…)