When was the Toyota Center officially opened?
The Toyota Center held its official opening ribbon-cutting ceremony in September 2003. The arena began construction on the 31st of July 2001 and received its name from Toyota in July 2003.
Questions about Toyota Center
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who paid for the construction of the Toyota Center?
The city of Houston paid $182 million toward the total construction cost while the Rockets added $43 million for additions and enhancements. The total cost of construction reached $235 million with the city funding land acquisition through bonds and borrowing $30 million.
What is the seating capacity of the Toyota Center for basketball games?
The Toyota Center can seat 18,104 spectators for a basketball game. It holds 17,800 people for ice hockey games and 19,300 attendees for concerts.
How much did Toyota pay for the naming rights to the Toyota Center?
Toyota paid US$100 million for the naming rights to the arena. This financial agreement placed the company logo on the roof and ensured extensive visibility throughout the facility during media coverage.
When was the first concert held at the Toyota Center?
The first event at the Toyota Center was a Fleetwood Mac concert on the 6th of October 2003. Metallica set the current attendance record for a concert on the 20th of November 2008 with a sold-out crowd of 17,962.