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Questions about Allegiant Stadium

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did Allegiant Stadium open?

Allegiant Stadium opened in 2020. Its first event was a Monday Night Football game on the 21st of September 2020, in which the Las Vegas Raiders beat the New Orleans Saints 34-24.

How much did Allegiant Stadium cost to build?

Allegiant Stadium cost about $1.9 billion, among the most expensive stadiums built anywhere in the world. Its budget rose from an original $1.8 billion to $1.97 billion after roof truss repairs, and the finished stadium came in $25 million under that revised figure.

Why is Allegiant Stadium nicknamed the Death Star?

Allegiant Stadium is nicknamed the Death Star, a reference to the Star Wars franchise.

Who plays home games at Allegiant Stadium?

The Las Vegas Raiders of the NFL and the UNLV Rebels college football team both play home games at Allegiant Stadium. The stadium also hosts the annual Vegas Kickoff Classic and Las Vegas Bowl.

Where is Allegiant Stadium located?

Allegiant Stadium is located in Paradise, Nevada, on about 62 acres of land southwest of the Las Vegas Strip. It sits west of Interstate 15 at Russell Road and Hacienda Avenue, between Polaris Avenue and Dean Martin Drive.

What major events has Allegiant Stadium hosted?

Allegiant Stadium has hosted Super Bowl LVIII in 2024, WrestleMania 41 in 2025, WrestleMania 42 in 2026, and WWE's SummerSlam in 2021. It is scheduled to host the College Football Playoff National Championship in 2027 and Super Bowl LXIII in 2029.