The skyline of the Las Vegas Strip is changing forever. At the historic site of the Tropicana, concrete is being poured, steel is being raised, and the future of baseball is taking shape. This is the official tracker for the construction of the new $1.75 billion (now estimated at $2 billion) Athletics stadium in Las Vegas.
The Most Ambitious Ballpark Ever Built
This isn't just another stadium. This is a 33,000-seat, state-of-the-art marvel designed to withstand the desert heat while providing the most intimate fan experience in the league. With a retractable roof that opens towards the Strip and the closest seats to home plate in all of MLB, this stadium will be a cathedral of baseball in the middle of a neon playground.
LATEST UPDATE: Foundation Phase Complete
February 2026The deep foundation phase is officially complete. Crews have finished pouring the massive concrete slabs that will support the stadium's primary structures and retractable roof mechanism. This is a major milestone, allowing the project to begin going "vertical" with the installation of the structural steel frames.
Construction Milestones Tracked
- Demolition of Tropicana: Completed 2024–2025. The site is now fully cleared and ready for the future.
- Groundbreaking: April 2025. The official start to the journey.
- Foundation & Below-Grade Work: Completed February 2026. The stadium now has its "roots."
- Structural Steel Installation: Scheduled to begin late March 2026. This is where the stadium's unique "spherical" shape will begin to emerge.
- Retractable Roof Tracking: Scheduled for early 2027. The roof is one of the most complex engineering feats in modern sports architecture.
Key Stadium Specs
- Cost: $1.75B initial estimate → $2B projected final.
- Capacity: 33,000 (Designed for high energy and intimacy).
- Seating Proximity: The closest seats to home plate in all of Major League Baseball.
- Retractable Roof: Designed to provide full shade in summer and open-air baseball in the spring and fall.
- Location: Corner of Tropicana Ave and Las Vegas Blvd—The heart of the Strip.
Monthly Progress Reports
MARCH 2026: Steel Arrives
March 1, 2026First shipments of structural steel have arrived on-site. Expect to see crane activity increase significantly over the next 30 days. The focus is on building out the primary support columns for the first-base side of the bowl.
JANUARY 2026: Sub-Surface Utilities
January 15, 2026Engineers have finalized the installation of all sub-surface drainage, electrical, and plumbing systems. This critical infrastructure is now buried and protected under the main slab.
DECEMBER 2025: Heavy Grading
December 20, 2025The site has been fully graded and leveled. Excavation for the underground service levels and player clubhouse areas is underway.
Why the Cost Increase?
As construction progresses, the scope of the project has evolved. The move from $1.75B to $2B reflects the Athletics' commitment to world-class finishes and advanced technology. From ultra-high-definition scoreboards to specialized LED lighting that can sync with the lights on the Strip, every dollar spent is focused on making this the best stadium in the world. This is an investment in the next 50 years of A’s baseball.
The 2028 Deadline
Despite the complexity, the project remains on schedule for an Opening Day 2028 debut. Labor shifts are running nearly 24/7 to ensure the stadium is ready to welcome fans. The dream of Las Vegas Athletics baseball is quickly becoming a reality made of steel and concrete.
Stay tuned to this page for monthly photo updates and news from the job site. The stadium is rising. Are you ready?