History of Frost Bank Center in Timeline

Frost Bank Center is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in San Antonio, Texas. It serves as the home venue for the San Antonio Spurs of the National Basketball Association (NBA). As a multi-purpose arena, it likely hosts other events besides basketball games, contributing to the city's entertainment options.

1993: Alamodome Opens

The Alamodome, a multi-purpose facility, opened in 1993 and became the Spurs' home court.

November 1999: Voters Approve Funding Plan

In November 1999, Bexar County voters approved the plan to fund the facility through an increase of hotel and car rental taxes. The Spurs received their rings for their first NBA championship on the same day.

1999: NBA Finals Game Attendance at Alamodome

In 1999, an NBA Finals game at the Alamodome attracted nearly 40,000 fans.

July 2000: SBC Communications Purchases Naming Rights

In July 2000, SBC Communications, Inc. purchased the naming rights to the facility under a 20-year, $41 million agreement.

July 2000: Naming Rights Agreement Reached with SBC Communications

In July 2000, after the arena referendum passed, a naming rights agreement was reached with San Antonio-based SBC Communications to name the new arena the SBC Center for $41 million over 20 years.

August 2000: Groundbreaking on the New Facility

In August 2000, ground was officially broken on the facility. Ellerbe Becket, based in Minneapolis, served as the primary architects, and Lake/Flato introduced a South Texas vernacular to the design.

2002: Rick Pych Leads Development, Construction, and Opening

In 2002, Rick Pych, Chief Development Officer of the AT&T Center, led the Spurs franchise through the arena's development, construction, and opening.

2002: San Antonio Rampage Becomes a Tenant

In 2002, the San Antonio Rampage of the American Hockey League became a tenant of the arena.

2002: Arena Opens as SBC Center

In 2002, the arena opened as the SBC Center, costing US$175 million and featuring 18,418 seats for basketball and 19,000 for concerts.

2003: San Antonio Stars Become a Tenant

From 2003, the San Antonio Stars of the Women's National Basketball Association called the arena home.

November 2005: SBC Communications Changes Name to AT&T Inc.

In November 2005, SBC Communications changed its name to AT&T Inc.

January 2006: Arena Officially Renamed AT&T Center

In January 2006, the arena officially changed its name to AT&T Center, reflecting the name change of its sponsor.

2007: Professional Bull Riders Event Previously Held at Alamodome

In 2007, a Professional Bull Riders event was previously held at the Alamodome.

2007: Royal Rumble (2007)

In 2007, the arena hosted Royal Rumble.

2008: Professional Bull Riders Event Held at Alamodome

In 2008, a Professional Bull Riders event was held at the Alamodome.

2008: Tax Increase for Improvements

In 2008, a tax increase was approved to fund improvements to the Tobin Center, parts of the Mission Reach expansion, and the rodeo grounds located next to the AT&T Center.

2009: TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs (2009)

In 2009, the arena hosted TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs.

2009: Professional Bull Riders Event Hosted

On the weekend of August 1–2, 2009, the Professional Bull Riders hosted a Built Ford Tough Series event at the arena.

2011: Vengeance (2011)

In 2011, the arena hosted Vengeance.

2012: Rampage Renames Press Box After Jessica Redfield

In 2012, the Rampage renamed the press box to the "Jessica Redfield Press Box" after Jessica Redfield, a former team intern killed in the Aurora theater shooting.

May 2013: Bud Light River City Rockfest Hosted

Since May 2013, the venue has hosted the annual Bud Light River City Rockfest.

June 28, 2014: UFC Fight Night: Swanson vs. Stephens Held

On June 28, 2014, UFC Fight Night: Swanson vs. Stephens was held at the arena.

December 9, 2014: Bexar County Approves Renovation Funding

On December 9, 2014, the Bexar County Commissioners Court granted Spurs Sports and Entertainment permission to begin up to $101.5 million in renovations to the AT&T Center.

2015: Renovations Started at AT&T Center

In the summer of 2015, renovations started at the AT&T Center. These included a new scoreboard, updated televisions, a new sound system, and improved Wi-Fi.

October 1, 2016: Kellogg's Tour of Gymnastics Champions Hosted

On October 1, 2016, the arena hosted the Kellogg's Tour of Gymnastics Champions.

November 12, 2016: Black Sabbath's Final US Show

On November 12, 2016, Black Sabbath played their final show in the United States at the arena.

2017: San Antonio Stars End Tenancy

In 2017, the San Antonio Stars of the Women's National Basketball Association ended its tenancy at the arena.

2018: Hell in a Cell (2018)

In 2018, the arena hosted Hell in a Cell.

April 10, 2019: Dirk Nowitzki's Final NBA Game

On April 10, 2019, Dirk Nowitzki of the Dallas Mavericks played his final NBA game at the arena, resulting in a 94–105 loss to the Spurs. A tribute video was shown, moving Nowitzki to tears.

July 20, 2019: UFC on ESPN: dos Anjos vs. Edwards Held

On July 20, 2019, UFC on ESPN: dos Anjos vs. Edwards was held at the arena. The event broke the record for most decisions in a row on one fight card.

2020: San Antonio Rampage Ends Tenancy

In 2020, the San Antonio Rampage of the American Hockey League ended its 18-year tenancy at the arena.

July 2, 2021: AT&T Naming Rights Contract Not Renewed

On July 2, 2021, it was announced that AT&T would not be renewing its contract for the naming rights to the venue.

March 25, 2023: UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Sandhagen Held

On March 25, 2023, UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Sandhagen was held at the arena.

August 3, 2023: Frost Bank Announced as New Arena Sponsor

On August 3, 2023, it was announced that Frost Bank would become the arena sponsor, replacing AT&T.

September 22, 2023: Name Change to Frost Bank Center Becomes Official

On September 22, 2023, the name change to Frost Bank Center became official. The arena's website and social media accounts were updated immediately, with the building signage updated soon after.

December 23, 2023: AEW Collision Held

On December 23, 2023, an episode of AEW Collision was held at the arena.

November 2024: City Reveals Plans for New Downtown District

In November 2024, the city of San Antonio revealed plans for a new downtown district that would include a new arena as well as a new convention center, hotel tower and acres of retail and residential development, and improvements to the Alamodome.