When did the Xfinity Mobile Arena open and what was its original name?
The facility opened in 1996 under the tentative name Spectrum II. Officials completed construction that year at a total cost of $210 million.
Questions about Xfinity Mobile Arena
Short answers, pulled from the story.
Who owns the Xfinity Mobile Arena today and how many seats does it hold for basketball games?
Comcast Spectacor owns the arena while also maintaining ownership of the Flyers franchise. The venue seats 21,000 people for basketball games.
What major political events occurred at the Xfinity Mobile Arena during the 2000s and 2010s?
The facility hosted the 2000 Republican National Convention and the 2016 Democratic National Convention. These gatherings utilized full seating capacity to accommodate thousands of attendees and media personnel.
Which artists have earned banners from the rafters at the Xfinity Mobile Arena for sellout performances?
Pearl Jam, Billy Joel, and Bruce Springsteen hold banners honoring their respective sellout counts. Springsteen holds the record with 56 Philadelphia sellouts displayed prominently overhead.
When will the new replacement for the Xfinity Mobile Arena open and what is its projected cost?
Construction aims to open the replacement building by 2030 after a deal announced on the 12th of January 2025. The new arena will cost $1.3 billion and is privately financed.