History of T-Mobile Arena in Timeline

T-Mobile Arena, located in Paradise, Nevada, opened in April 2016 as a joint venture between MGM Resorts International and AEG. Situated on the Las Vegas Strip, it serves as the home arena for the Vegas Golden Knights of the NHL and is nicknamed "The Fortress". This multi-purpose indoor arena hosts a variety of events and is positioned behind the New York-New York and Park MGM casino hotels.

2007: AEG and Harrah's Arena Plan Announcement

In 2007, The Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) and Harrah's Entertainment announced plans to build a 20,000-seat stadium behind the Bally's and Paris casino-hotels in Las Vegas.

June 2008: Original Groundbreaking Target

The original plans for the arena were to break ground in June 2008 and finish construction in 2010, but this did not occur due to financial uncertainties.

2009: Project Stalled

By 2009, the arena project had stalled, and a traffic study had not been done.

2010: Relocation Plans Announced

In 2010, plans for the arena were changed to use an area behind the Imperial Palace, but this faced opposition due to public funding concerns.

2012: AEG Backs Out

In 2012, AEG backed out of the arena project when MGM Resorts International proposed their own project without relying on public funding.

March 1, 2013: MGM and AEG Announce Arena Plan

On March 1, 2013, MGM Resorts International and AEG announced their joint plan for a new arena in Las Vegas.

May 1, 2014: Project Groundbreaking

On May 1, 2014, the T-Mobile Arena project officially broke ground, marking the start of construction.

May 27, 2015: Final Steel Beam Placement

On May 27, 2015, the final steel beam of the T-Mobile Arena's structure was placed, signifying a major milestone in its construction.

January 2016: T-Mobile US Naming Rights Acquisition

In January 2016, T-Mobile US announced that it had acquired the naming rights to the new arena in a multi-year contract, naming it T-Mobile Arena.

March 31, 2016: Soft Opening Concert

On March 31, 2016, a soft opening was held for the arena featuring Country music artists Martina McBride and Cam.

April 6, 2016: T-Mobile Arena Grand Opening

On April 6, 2016, T-Mobile Arena held its grand opening, featuring a concert by Las Vegas natives The Killers, Shamir, and Wayne Newton.

June 2016: WWE Money in the Bank

In June 2016, WWE hosted its Money in the Bank pay-per-view, the first professional wrestling event at T-Mobile Arena.

June 22, 2016: NHL Expansion Team Approval

On June 22, 2016, the National Hockey League approved an expansion team for Las Vegas, which would become the Vegas Golden Knights and play at T-Mobile Arena.

July 9, 2016: UFC 200

On July 9, 2016, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) held its first event at T-Mobile Arena, UFC 200: Tate vs. Nunes.

September 2016: Bill Foley Buys Stake in Arena

In September 2016, Bill Foley, owner of the Vegas Golden Knights, exercised his option to buy a 15 percent interest in T-Mobile Arena for around $35 million.

December 2016: UNLV vs. Duke Basketball Game

In December 2016, the UNLV men's basketball team played and lost to Duke at T-Mobile Arena.

2016: PBR World Finals Move

In 2016, the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) World Finals moved to T-Mobile Arena from the Thomas & Mack Center.

March 2017: UFC Tenancy Agreement

In March 2017, the UFC signed a seven-year agreement to become an official tenant of T-Mobile Arena, guaranteeing at least four events per year.

November 2017: UNLV Basketball Games

In November 2017, the UNLV men's basketball team defeated Rice and Utah in successive games at T-Mobile Arena.

2017: UFC Tenancy Agreement

In 2017, Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) signed a long-term tenancy agreement with T-Mobile Arena to host four events per year for seven years.

2017: Golden Knights Inaugural Season

The Vegas Golden Knights began playing in the 2017-18 season.

November 2018: UNLV vs. BYU Basketball Game

In November 2018, the UNLV men's basketball team defeated BYU at T-Mobile Arena.

2018: 2018 Stanley Cup Finals Games

In 2018, T-Mobile Arena hosted three games of the Stanley Cup Finals, between the Golden Knights and the Washington Capitals, including Game 5.

2019: PBR World Finals

In 2019, the PBR World Finals were held at T-Mobile Arena.

2021: PBR World Finals

In 2021, the PBR World Finals were held at T-Mobile Arena.

2022: AEW Double or Nothing

In 2022, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) made its debut at T-Mobile Arena with Double or Nothing, which was the promotion's first event to exceed $1 million in gate revenue.

2022: PBR Team Series Championship

Since 2022, T-Mobile Arena has been home to the PBR Team Series Championship.

June 13, 2023: 2023 Stanley Cup Finals Game 5

On June 13, 2023, T-Mobile Arena hosted Game 5 of the 2023 Stanley Cup Finals, where the Golden Knights defeated the Florida Panthers 9-3 to win the Stanley Cup.

September 10, 2023: Las Vegas Aces Game at T-Mobile Arena

On September 10, 2023, the Las Vegas Aces of the WNBA drew 17,406 spectators to their first game at T-Mobile Arena against the Phoenix Mercury.

2023: NBA In-Season Tournament Semifinals and Final

In 2023, the semifinals and final game of the NBA In-Season Tournament were held at T-Mobile Arena.

2024: Aces Games

In 2024, the Las Vegas Aces are scheduled to play two regular season games at T-Mobile Arena.

April 2025: WWE WrestleMania 41 Events

In April 2025, T-Mobile Arena will host supporting events for WWE WrestleMania 41, including WWE Friday Night SmackDown on April 18, WWE Stand & Deliver on April 19, and WWE Monday Night RAW on April 21.