History of BMO Stadium in Timeline

BMO Stadium, located in Los Angeles' Exposition Park, is a soccer-specific stadium that opened on April 18, 2018. It serves as the home for both Los Angeles FC (MLS) and Angel City FC (NWSL). Notably, it's the first open-air stadium constructed in Los Angeles since Dodger Stadium's completion in 1962.

May 17, 2015: Stadium Site Chosen

On May 17, 2015, the Los Angeles Times reported that the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena site was chosen to build a 22,000-seat stadium for the MLS, costing $250 million. The project was estimated to create 1,200 temporary construction jobs and 1,800 full-time jobs, generating $2.5 million in annual tax revenue.

May 6, 2016: Stadium Approved by City Council

On May 6, 2016, the Los Angeles City Council approved the stadium, clearing the way for construction.

August 23, 2016: Groundbreaking Ceremony

On August 23, 2016, a groundbreaking ceremony took place, attended by owners and construction crews. LAFC announced a 15-year, $100 million naming rights deal with the Banc of California.

October 2016: Demolition of Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena Completed

By October 2016, the demolition of the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena was completed.

2016: Naming Rights Deal with Banc of California

In 2016, Los Angeles FC and Banc of California signed a 15-year, $100 million naming rights deal for the stadium.

April 4, 2017: Announcement of Rugby Sevens Tournaments

On April 4, 2017, it was announced that the stadium would host rugby sevens tournaments and planned to be the permanent home of the $1M Champion Sevens organized by Grand Prix Rugby.

April 18, 2018: Stadium Opening

On April 18, 2018, BMO Stadium (then Banc of California Stadium) opened as the first open-air stadium built in the city of Los Angeles since 1962.

June 2018: Fortnite Celebrity Pro-Am Event

In June 2018, Epic Games held a celebrity pro-am event for its multiplayer online video game Fortnite Battle Royale at Banc of California Stadium. The team of Ninja and Marshmello won the event.

October 2018: Beck Appearance

In October 2018, musician Beck appeared at BMO Stadium.

2018: Projected Team Debut

In 2018, the team's debut was projected after the environmental impact report, arena demolition, and stadium construction.

April 1, 2019: Announcement of Premier Lacrosse League All-Star Game

On April 1, 2019, it was announced that the stadium would host the inaugural Premier Lacrosse League All-Star Game on July 21, 2019.

July 21, 2019: Premier Lacrosse League All-Star Game

On July 21, 2019, The stadium hosted the inaugural Premier Lacrosse League All-Star Game.

August 3, 2019: Mumford & Sons Delta Tour

On August 3, 2019, Mumford & Sons brought their Delta Tour to the stadium.

August 17, 2019: First Boxing Event at the Stadium

On August 17, 2019, Banc of California Stadium held its first boxing event, a WBO junior featherweight title fight featuring Emanuel Navarrete successfully defending his title against Francisco De Vaca.

September 14, 2019: Iron Maiden Legacy of the Beast World Tour

On September 14, 2019, Iron Maiden's Legacy of the Beast World Tour was held at the stadium.

2019: Rolling Loud Music Festival

In 2019, the Rolling Loud hip-hop music festival was held at the stadium, featuring Chance the Rapper, Young Thug, Lil Baby, Future, A$AP Rocky, Meek Mill, YG, and Playboi Carti.

2019: 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup Venue

In 2019, the stadium was a venue for the 2019 CONCACAF Gold Cup, hosting two matches in Group C.

May 26, 2020: Banc of California to End Naming Rights Deal

On May 26, 2020, Banc of California announced its plan to end the naming rights deal, paying $20 million for early termination but remaining the club's banking sponsor.

November 2020: Angel City FC to Play at the Stadium

In November 2020, it was announced that the newly formed Angel City FC of the National Women's Soccer League would play at the stadium.

2020: Termination of Banc of California Naming Rights Deal

In 2020, the naming rights deal with Banc of California was terminated, with the club planning an eventual renaming in the coming years.

July 9, 2021: Golden Boy Promotions Boxing Event

On July 9, 2021, a professional boxing event promoted by Golden Boy Promotions was held, headlined by Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez vs. Sullivan Barrera. Joseph Diaz also defeated Javier Fortuna. Ramirez won by fourth round stoppage.

August 19, 2021: Guns N' Roses Concert

On August 19, 2021, hard rock band Guns N' Roses played a sold-out show as part of their We're F'N' Back! Tour. The show grossed over $3.4 million.

August 25, 2021: 2021 MLS All-Star Game

On August 25, 2021, the stadium hosted the 2021 MLS All-Star Game.

April 9, 2022: A State of Trance 1000

On April 9, 2022, the stadium hosted A State of Trance 1000 with Armin van Buuren, Cosmic Gate, Gabriel & Dresden, MaRLo, & Ruben de Ronde performing.

September 10, 2022: Austin McBroom vs. AnEsonGib Boxing Event

On September 10, 2022, Banc of California Stadium held Austin McBroom vs. AnEsonGib, a professional crossover boxing event.

2022: System of a Down Concert

In 2022, Armenian American Heavy metal band System of a Down performed two shows with KoЯn serving as main support.

2022: Blackpink Born Pink World Tour

In 2022, K-pop girl group Blackpink played two nights at the stadium for their Born Pink World Tour.

2022: Home Venue for New York City FC

In 2022, the stadium served as the "home" venue for New York City FC during the 2022 CONCACAF Champions League Round of 16.

January 19, 2023: Bank of Montreal Announced as New Naming Rights Sponsor

On January 19, 2023, The Bank of Montreal was announced as the new naming rights sponsor.

2023: Multiple Concerts and Events

In 2023, BMO Stadium hosted several events, including sold-out shows by Tomorrow X Together, blink-182 (during which Kourtney Kardashian revealed her pregnancy), Fall Out Boy, Bring Me the Horizon, and Hard Summer festival.

2023: BMO New Stadium Sponsor

In 2023, Bank of Montreal (BMO) was announced as the new stadium sponsor.

August 4, 2024: Crawford vs. Madrimov Boxing

On August 4, 2024, the first event at the stadium under the BMO Stadium name saw Terence Crawford defeat Israil Madrimov to win the WBA world title, becoming a four-weight world champion. This event was promoted under the Riyadh Season banner.

October 5, 2024: KoЯn 30th Anniversary Show

On October 5, 2024, KoЯn performed a special 30th anniversary show at the stadium, with Evanescence and Gojira, among others, opening the show.

2024: Seventeen Right Here World Tour

In 2024, K-pop boy group Seventeen performed two sold-out shows on November 9 and November 10 as part of their Right Here World Tour.

2025: J-Hope of BTS to Perform

In 2025, J-Hope of BTS performed two shows as part of his Hope on the Stage Tour and Twenty One Pilots concluded The Clancy World Tour on October 25 & 26 at the stadium.

2028: 2028 Summer Olympics

In 2028, the stadium will be a part of the Downtown Sports Park and host flag football and lacrosse events when Los Angeles hosts the Summer Olympics.