When did the Spectrum Center open in Charlotte?
The Charlotte Bobcats Arena opened its doors on the 21st of October 2005. This venue replaced the aging Charlotte Coliseum and was originally named after the city's new NBA team, the Bobcats.
Questions about Spectrum Center
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who owns the naming rights to the Spectrum Center now?
Charter Communications acquired Time Warner Cable in 2016 and changed the name again to Spectrum Center. This rebranding reflected the company's trade name for its cable services.
How much did it cost to build the Spectrum Center arena?
The facility cost $265 million to build and seated 19,444 spectators for NBA games. City leaders approved construction without presenting another referendum to the public.
What major sports events has the Spectrum Center hosted since 2005?
The venue has hosted multiple NCAA tournament games including a historic 16-seed upset on the 16th of March 2018 when UMBC defeated Virginia. It also accommodated NHL-sized ice hockey rinks with seating capacity of 14,100 and hosted UFC events starting on the 27th of January 2018.
When will the current renovation project at Spectrum Center be completed?
City leaders approved a $275 million renovation plan in June 2022 covering both the arena and surrounding area. Construction started in summer 2022 with completion expected by 2027.