Bill Hancock, College Football Playoff Executive Director, said that he and his team had been made aware of the issue concerning water leaking from the roof and that he believed that the issue did not affect the field of play during the game. [68], Stadium officials clarified after the initial leaks that were reported back in October 2017 that the issue was not a "leak" but rather a "few drops of water" that were falling from the roof around isolated parts of the stadium. Further, like many schools, Tech has experienced an attendance dip this season, with an average of 34,423 attending the games against Northern Illinois and Kennesaw State. [38], In April 2012, Populous released a new price estimate of US$947.7 million, which was significantly higher than the previous proposal of US$700 million. 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Stadium location, however, is yet to be worked out; proposed locations being reported are within walking distance of the Georgia Dome, with one site located one-half mile north, and the other one block directly south, at the one of the stadium's existing parking lots. The bridge was completed in January 2019 at a cost of ~$33 million. Be Nice. During the College Football National Championship Game in January 2018, several media outlets reported a significant leak that appeared to be occurring just over the field of play near the 25-yard line. 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The matchup will begin at 7:30 p.m. and will be televised nationally on the ACC Network, the Atlantic Coast Conference and its television partners announced on Monday morning. [103][104] Chesney's concert attracted 51,312 people and grossed $5.068 million. Using footage of the construction along with CGI, the building process is explored in detail. [17][18] Closing the roof takes slightly less time than opening the roof, since the roof has to disengage the seals at the start of the opening procedure and slow down towards the end to prevent the panels from getting derailed. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, Notifications from this discussion will be disabled.
After being postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kenny Chesney will return to the venue on May 21, 2022, as part of his Here and Now Tour. Additionally, the Georgia Dome's demolition was put on hold until the new stadium's certificate of occupancy could be issued. [88][89] On February 26, 2019, it was announced that the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets had agreed to play one home game annually at Mercedes-Benz Stadium from 2021 through 2026. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. [127], On January 4, 2018, the stadium was the subject of the premiere episode of Building Giants on Science Channel. Thats below the full-capacity configuration of 71,000 and also the capacity of Bobby Dodd Stadium (55,000), but close to what attendance might have been had the game been played on campus.
The reason why we did that is we didnt feel like its prudent planning to anticipate that, just because we changed the venue, that our attendance for a game like North Carolina, which may average in the high 30s or 40s, would be 72.. [58] On August 16, 2017, WXIA reported that construction of the retractable roof system was intentionally delayed by stadium and construction officials to ensure the roof's long term operability and to ensure that other parts of the stadium would be completed on time. In June 2016, the total cost of its construction was estimated at US$1.6 billion.[15]. person will not be tolerated. 
The roof was required to be mechanically opened, which was a very time-consuming process. You have permission to edit this article. Click for more. [126], Elton John's final tour, the Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour, will play at the venue on September 22, 2022. Please log in, or sign up for a new, free account to read or post comments. [16][17] Several events formerly held at the Georgia Dome moved to Mercedes-Benz Stadium following its completion, including the SEC football championship game and the Peach Bowl. [125], The Weeknd will perform at the venue as part of his After Hours til Dawn Stadium Tour on August 11, 2022. ATLANTA - Georgia Tech announced that the Yellow Jackets will play North Carolina at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sept. 25, as part of their annual "Mayhem at MBS" series. Keisler was hopeful that Saturdays game will sell out, undoubtedly with help from North Carolinas sizable alumni base in the Atlanta area. Overcrowding and congestion was a frequent concern and complaint from fans attending major events during the stadium's first year of operation. or anything.
accounts, the history behind an article. [70] On May 29, 2018, the roof was opened for the first time since October 2017 for construction purposes. 21 North Carolina, In Georgia Techs building plans, No. We'd love to hear eyewitness The stadium was initially slated to cost US$1 billion, then rose to US$1.2 billion in October 2013. During a concert in May 2018 featuring Kenny Chesney, reports were that the sound quality had improved since the first concert. Fans attending the College Football National Championship game reported significant delays in both entering and exiting the stadium, with some reporting wait times that exceeded 45 minutes to get out of the stadium at the completion of the game.[62]. In addition to Chick-fil-A Kickoff Classic tickets at Mercedes-Benz Stadium,Vivid Seats has tickets to other NCAA Footballevents. Metallica performed at the stadium on November 6, 2021 as a part of ATLive Concert Series on their 20212022 Tour. The remaining two championship games scheduled for that day, Class 5A and Class 6A, as well as the four games originally scheduled for the next day were postponed and relocated to campus sites due light snow to hit Atlanta that weekend. 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[66], On February 7, 2019, stadium officials stated that the artificial turf would be replaced prior to the Falcons' 2019 season as part of nearly $2 million in capital improvements to the stadium; stadium officials also noted that the turf would be replaced approximately every two years given the number of events, both private and public, held annually at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. [69], Falcons president Rich McKay told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he expected all issues with the roof to be completely resolved before the 2018 season. Winds light and variable. At the same time, the stadium raised all menu prices, by adding tax at the time of purchase but maintaining the same posted price values as before (besides five items, such as hot dogs, whose list prices were discounted by 50 cents). [14] Opened in August 2017 as a replacement for the Georgia Dome, it serves as the home stadium of the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL) and Atlanta United FC of Major League Soccer (MLS). Don't knowingly lie about anyone Be Proactive. Mercedes-Benz also held a 10-year naming rights contract for the Louisiana Superdome signed in 2011. Tickets were scarce Friday in part because the game will be played in the stadiums seating configuration used for Atlanta United games, for which capacity is 42,500. Vivid Seats can help you find Mercedes-Benz Stadium tickets that are just right for you with our helpful seating charts. [110], Ed Sheeran performed at the venue as part of his Tour in November 2018. at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday night against No. The council voted, 114, in favor of the use of city hotel-motel taxes to pay US$200 million toward construction costs and potentially several times that toward costs of financing, maintaining and operating the stadium through 2050. [28], For its concessions, Mercedes-Benz Stadium focused primarily on the quality and speed of service, variety, and pricing; the stadium includes at least 670 points-of-sale, and has a policy of "fan first pricing" for all concessionswith lower menu prices in comparison to other sports facilities during all events regardless of stature, such as a US$2 beverage cup with free refills, and a $5 beer. [63] It features a serpentine like structure on both ends, and a cover over the main span with customizable LEDs. Due to legal issues surrounding the issuing of bonds, the stadium did not break ground until May 19, 2014. Georgia Tech opened its 2017 season against Tennessee on Monday, Sept. 4, 2017, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution article, the term sheet is non-binding and changes could be made at any time as regards stadium construction. Keep it Clean. Be Truthful. Turner Field was subsequently rebuilt in 2017 as Center Parc Stadium. 148 Courthouse Street Covering a total area of 62,350 square feet (5,793m2), it was described by manufacturer Daktronics as being "three times as large as the current largest single display board in the NFL" installed at EverBank Field in Jacksonville (also built by Daktronics). Learn more about our100% Buyer Guarantee. Friendship Baptist, the birthplace of both Spelman College and Morehouse College, was also demolished and relocated to make room for the stadium. [115] This became the highest grossing single night concert in the venue's history, and became George Strait's third show to earn over $10 million. [20], Architect Bill Johnson explained that the circular opening in the roof was inspired by the Roman Pantheon ("Pantheon" was also the working name for the building design). Don't Threaten. Neither team competing in the game reported any issues with the playing surface. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. [52][53][54] Just after Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive was closed permanently, the Mount Vernon Baptist Church held its last Sunday service on March 9 before the historic church was demolished. Questions regarding cancelled events? The stadium authority stated that plans are underway to help improve the acoustical quality of the stadium. [109] The two shows grossed $14.074 million and were attended by 105,170 people. But for the other games, including Saturdays, the decision was to use the smaller configuration, in which the upper deck is closed. [46] The project made national headlines for the first time in 2012 on December 15, with team owner Arthur Blank stating in The New York Times that he would rather have a new stadium be constructed than a "remodeling job" of the Georgia Dome. Success! [19] On July 25, 2018, in a demonstration to members of the media, the roof was opened and closed for the first time as intended, with both procedures taking approximately eight minutes each. Learn more about our100% Buyer Guarantee. It will also feature multiple club levels, suites and exhibition area. In keeping with the fan first pricing policy, these partners agreed to not mark up their prices in comparison to their standalone locations. The stadium officially opened on August 26, 2017, with a Falcons preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals, despite the retractable roof system being incomplete at the time. In addition, AMB Group does not currently pay any property tax on the stadium. All operating profits of Mercedes-Benz Stadium go to AMB Group and not to the state. Falcons' President Rich McKay also stated that the roof would remain closed whenever outside temperatures exceed 80F (27C). The falcon, perched atop a 13 foot (4.0m) tall bronze football, is 41 feet (12m) high with a wingspan of 70 feet (21m). racist or sexually-oriented language. These two teams met annually for 40-straight years from 1980-2019, before not meeting last season due to the ACCs pandemic-modified schedule. [16] On June 9, 2017, stadium officials announced that they were confident that Mercedes-Benz Stadium would open as scheduled, and demolition of the Georgia Dome had resumed, and the Dome was imploded on the morning of November 20, 2017. [51], Arthur Blank indicated the groundbreaking of the stadium would be conducted the last week of March 2014. Steve Cannon, CEO of the Atlanta Falcons' parent company AMB Group, stated that the Falcons' preseason schedule and the Chick-fil-a Kickoff Games would not be affected by the new opening date; however, three of Atlanta United's matches would be affected. They also stated that the issues were common for newly constructed stadiums with retractable roofs. [107] She was the first music act to headline the stadium for two consecutive nights. Ken Sugiura covers Georgia Tech sports for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, looking for news and compelling stories wherever they are to be found. [45], On December 10, the Georgia World Congress Center Authority, in a unanimous decision, approved the blueprint and most of the agreement terms for the new stadium plans. In 2019, Tech averaged 41,931 for its four ACC home games, with North Carolina drawing an announced crowd of 45,044, the largest of the four. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism ATLANTA - JULY 27: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons football team and Atlanta United FC soccer team in Atlanta, Georgia on July 27, 2019. Jonesboro, GA 30236. Dates and opponents are now set for the Jackets first four annual "Mayhem at MBS" games: The official first game of the "Mayhem at MBS" series is an ACC rivalry dating back to 1915, with the Jackets and Tar Heels playing55 all-time matchups. Each year until 2026, one of Tech's home games each season will be played in Mercedes-Benz Stadium as part of the series. High 88F. The middle concourse and upper bowl were eliminated in the east end zone to allow for an unobstructed view of the Atlanta skyline. [114] The concert was attended by 55,255 people, and grossed $11.9 million. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images). [33][34], In May 2010, it was reported by multiple news outlets that the Atlanta Falcons were interested in replacing the Georgia Dome with a newly constructed open-air stadium, although at the time it was planned to retain the Georgia Dome to continue hosting non-NFL events. The stadium's signature feature is its retractable roof, which features a "pinwheel" consisting of eight translucent, triangular panels. [68], Since the retractable roof was one of the major features and design points of the stadium, some of the problems with the roof were magnified in the stadium's first year of operation. [29][30] The practice helped to increase the venue's revenue, as the lower prices have been offset by increased spending on concessions by attendees.
21 North Carolina, the Yellow Jackets will be playing in front of a packed house of sorts. The bridge connects gameday parking lots and the Vine City MARTA Station to the northwest side of the stadium and The Home Depot Backyard, allowing pedestrians to avoid crossing the busy, 6 lane Northside Drive. 2022 FOX Television Stations, 2022 Sept. 5 vs. Clemson (Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game), 2023 Sept. 2 vs. Louisville (Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game), Sept. 25 vs. North Carolina (at Mercedes-Benz Stadium), Rockdale County requires students carry clear backpacks for next school year, Griffin police searching for suspected porch pirate caught on doorbell camera, Rapper Lil Baby, Atlanta entrepreneur team up to offer 100 jobs to young adults, Quick Georgia abortion law change abruptly send some patients home, Atlanta woman shoots man in self-defense during assault, police say, In Alabama, rare 400-pound spotted eagle ray jumps into boat, gives birth, 4 arrested after brawl caught on camera outside Georgia Popeye's, Dashcam video shows Georgia driver nearly hit pedestrian, ram patrol cars during traffic stop, Douglas County judge now facing record-setting 50 counts of alleged judicial misconduct, Carrollton freshman QB could be next big High 5 star. The roof was designed to be made of a clear, lightweight polymer material that can adjust its opacity to control light, and much of the exterior is clear polymer or glass to allow views to the outside. Before turning its sights to North Carolina, Georgia Tech travels to Clemson on Saturday for a 3:30 p.m. battle with the sixth-ranked Tigers. [21] Daktronics also installed more than 20,000 square feet (1,900m2) of other LED boards, including field-level advertising boards for soccer games. When last seasons home game against Notre Dame was moved from MBS to Bobby Dodd Stadium due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Georgia Tech athletics and AMB Sports + Entertainment added an extra year to the agreement, which originally was until 2024. Clemson Tigers Football at Chick-fil-A Kickoff Classic tickets are available for Sep 5but may also be available for other dates. [50], The Falcons unveiled a conceptual design for the new stadium on June 18, 2013, with a proposed capacity of 70,000 spectators, 7,500 club seats, and 180 luxury suites. The sculpture stands in front of the stadium, weighs over 73,000 pounds (33,000kg), and is as tall as a four-story building. [19], The stadium also includes features specific for college football use. The maximum public contribution for the project was US$200 million, coming from the hotel-motel tax in Atlanta and unincorporated Fulton County. The most expensive tickets are priced at US$385 per game, in addition to one-time PSL fees, for the first three years. [60] On October 6, 2017, stadium officials announced that the roof would be opened, weather permitting, for Atlanta United's regular season finale against Toronto FC on October 22; stadium officials also stated that the roof would remain closed for the remainder of the Falcons' regular season as well as for any home matches hosted by Atlanta United during the 2017 MLS Cup Playoffs as contractors continue to worked on fully mechanizing the roof. In its six-year, six-game series at the $1.5 billion stadium, Tech officials have planned to open the stadium for the full configuration for its 2024 game against Notre Dame and the two Chick-fil-A Kickoff games (2022 against Clemson and 2023 against Louisville), which figure to draw better. Priority parking will also be available for Tech season ticket members. Officials stated that the issue was due to the fact that the roof was still not fully mechanized yet, and that the issues would be fixed before the Falcons' 2018 season. [118][119] Another listening party event for the album happened on August 5, 2021 at the stadium.[120][121][122]. Stadium officials stated that the roof would be open for 10 days, regardless of weather, to complete work on automating the roof. [75][76], In January 2015, the Falcons announced the sale of personal seat licenses (PSL) costing up to US$45,000 per seat, depending on the section of the stadium. [106] Over the two sold-out nights, Taylor performed to an audience of 116,746 people and grossed $18.089 million. Georgia Techs Jared Ivey, a North Gwinnett alum, prepares to rush the quarterback during the game against Kennesaw State. [31][30][32], In March 2019, following a trial in 2018, the stadium became one of the first major professional sports venues in the United States to only accept "cashless" payment methods for transactions at concessions inside the stadium, such as credit or debit cards, and mobile payments.
After being postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Kenny Chesney will return to the venue on May 21, 2022, as part of his Here and Now Tour. Additionally, the Georgia Dome's demolition was put on hold until the new stadium's certificate of occupancy could be issued. [88][89] On February 26, 2019, it was announced that the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets had agreed to play one home game annually at Mercedes-Benz Stadium from 2021 through 2026. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. [127], On January 4, 2018, the stadium was the subject of the premiere episode of Building Giants on Science Channel. Thats below the full-capacity configuration of 71,000 and also the capacity of Bobby Dodd Stadium (55,000), but close to what attendance might have been had the game been played on campus.
The reason why we did that is we didnt feel like its prudent planning to anticipate that, just because we changed the venue, that our attendance for a game like North Carolina, which may average in the high 30s or 40s, would be 72.. [58] On August 16, 2017, WXIA reported that construction of the retractable roof system was intentionally delayed by stadium and construction officials to ensure the roof's long term operability and to ensure that other parts of the stadium would be completed on time. In June 2016, the total cost of its construction was estimated at US$1.6 billion.[15]. person will not be tolerated. The roof was required to be mechanically opened, which was a very time-consuming process. You have permission to edit this article. Click for more. [126], Elton John's final tour, the Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour, will play at the venue on September 22, 2022. Please log in, or sign up for a new, free account to read or post comments. [16][17] Several events formerly held at the Georgia Dome moved to Mercedes-Benz Stadium following its completion, including the SEC football championship game and the Peach Bowl. [125], The Weeknd will perform at the venue as part of his After Hours til Dawn Stadium Tour on August 11, 2022. ATLANTA - Georgia Tech announced that the Yellow Jackets will play North Carolina at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sept. 25, as part of their annual "Mayhem at MBS" series. Keisler was hopeful that Saturdays game will sell out, undoubtedly with help from North Carolinas sizable alumni base in the Atlanta area. Overcrowding and congestion was a frequent concern and complaint from fans attending major events during the stadium's first year of operation. or anything. accounts, the history behind an article. [70] On May 29, 2018, the roof was opened for the first time since October 2017 for construction purposes. 21 North Carolina, In Georgia Techs building plans, No. We'd love to hear eyewitness The stadium was initially slated to cost US$1 billion, then rose to US$1.2 billion in October 2013. During a concert in May 2018 featuring Kenny Chesney, reports were that the sound quality had improved since the first concert. Fans attending the College Football National Championship game reported significant delays in both entering and exiting the stadium, with some reporting wait times that exceeded 45 minutes to get out of the stadium at the completion of the game.[62]. In addition to Chick-fil-A Kickoff Classic tickets at Mercedes-Benz Stadium,Vivid Seats has tickets to other NCAA Footballevents. Metallica performed at the stadium on November 6, 2021 as a part of ATLive Concert Series on their 20212022 Tour. The remaining two championship games scheduled for that day, Class 5A and Class 6A, as well as the four games originally scheduled for the next day were postponed and relocated to campus sites due light snow to hit Atlanta that weekend. 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[66], On February 7, 2019, stadium officials stated that the artificial turf would be replaced prior to the Falcons' 2019 season as part of nearly $2 million in capital improvements to the stadium; stadium officials also noted that the turf would be replaced approximately every two years given the number of events, both private and public, held annually at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. [69], Falcons president Rich McKay told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he expected all issues with the roof to be completely resolved before the 2018 season. Winds light and variable. At the same time, the stadium raised all menu prices, by adding tax at the time of purchase but maintaining the same posted price values as before (besides five items, such as hot dogs, whose list prices were discounted by 50 cents). [14] Opened in August 2017 as a replacement for the Georgia Dome, it serves as the home stadium of the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL) and Atlanta United FC of Major League Soccer (MLS). Don't knowingly lie about anyone Be Proactive. Mercedes-Benz also held a 10-year naming rights contract for the Louisiana Superdome signed in 2011. Tickets were scarce Friday in part because the game will be played in the stadiums seating configuration used for Atlanta United games, for which capacity is 42,500. Vivid Seats can help you find Mercedes-Benz Stadium tickets that are just right for you with our helpful seating charts. [110], Ed Sheeran performed at the venue as part of his Tour in November 2018. at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday night against No. The council voted, 114, in favor of the use of city hotel-motel taxes to pay US$200 million toward construction costs and potentially several times that toward costs of financing, maintaining and operating the stadium through 2050. [28], For its concessions, Mercedes-Benz Stadium focused primarily on the quality and speed of service, variety, and pricing; the stadium includes at least 670 points-of-sale, and has a policy of "fan first pricing" for all concessionswith lower menu prices in comparison to other sports facilities during all events regardless of stature, such as a US$2 beverage cup with free refills, and a $5 beer. [63] It features a serpentine like structure on both ends, and a cover over the main span with customizable LEDs. Due to legal issues surrounding the issuing of bonds, the stadium did not break ground until May 19, 2014. Georgia Tech opened its 2017 season against Tennessee on Monday, Sept. 4, 2017, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. According to The Atlanta Journal-Constitution article, the term sheet is non-binding and changes could be made at any time as regards stadium construction. Keep it Clean. Be Truthful. Turner Field was subsequently rebuilt in 2017 as Center Parc Stadium. 148 Courthouse Street Covering a total area of 62,350 square feet (5,793m2), it was described by manufacturer Daktronics as being "three times as large as the current largest single display board in the NFL" installed at EverBank Field in Jacksonville (also built by Daktronics). Learn more about our100% Buyer Guarantee. Friendship Baptist, the birthplace of both Spelman College and Morehouse College, was also demolished and relocated to make room for the stadium. [115] This became the highest grossing single night concert in the venue's history, and became George Strait's third show to earn over $10 million. [20], Architect Bill Johnson explained that the circular opening in the roof was inspired by the Roman Pantheon ("Pantheon" was also the working name for the building design). Don't Threaten. Neither team competing in the game reported any issues with the playing surface. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. [52][53][54] Just after Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive was closed permanently, the Mount Vernon Baptist Church held its last Sunday service on March 9 before the historic church was demolished. Questions regarding cancelled events? The stadium authority stated that plans are underway to help improve the acoustical quality of the stadium. [109] The two shows grossed $14.074 million and were attended by 105,170 people. But for the other games, including Saturdays, the decision was to use the smaller configuration, in which the upper deck is closed. [46] The project made national headlines for the first time in 2012 on December 15, with team owner Arthur Blank stating in The New York Times that he would rather have a new stadium be constructed than a "remodeling job" of the Georgia Dome. Success! [19] On July 25, 2018, in a demonstration to members of the media, the roof was opened and closed for the first time as intended, with both procedures taking approximately eight minutes each. Learn more about our100% Buyer Guarantee. It will also feature multiple club levels, suites and exhibition area. In keeping with the fan first pricing policy, these partners agreed to not mark up their prices in comparison to their standalone locations. The stadium officially opened on August 26, 2017, with a Falcons preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals, despite the retractable roof system being incomplete at the time. In addition, AMB Group does not currently pay any property tax on the stadium. All operating profits of Mercedes-Benz Stadium go to AMB Group and not to the state. Falcons' President Rich McKay also stated that the roof would remain closed whenever outside temperatures exceed 80F (27C). The falcon, perched atop a 13 foot (4.0m) tall bronze football, is 41 feet (12m) high with a wingspan of 70 feet (21m). racist or sexually-oriented language. These two teams met annually for 40-straight years from 1980-2019, before not meeting last season due to the ACCs pandemic-modified schedule. [16] On June 9, 2017, stadium officials announced that they were confident that Mercedes-Benz Stadium would open as scheduled, and demolition of the Georgia Dome had resumed, and the Dome was imploded on the morning of November 20, 2017. [51], Arthur Blank indicated the groundbreaking of the stadium would be conducted the last week of March 2014. Steve Cannon, CEO of the Atlanta Falcons' parent company AMB Group, stated that the Falcons' preseason schedule and the Chick-fil-a Kickoff Games would not be affected by the new opening date; however, three of Atlanta United's matches would be affected. They also stated that the issues were common for newly constructed stadiums with retractable roofs. [107] She was the first music act to headline the stadium for two consecutive nights. Ken Sugiura covers Georgia Tech sports for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, looking for news and compelling stories wherever they are to be found. [45], On December 10, the Georgia World Congress Center Authority, in a unanimous decision, approved the blueprint and most of the agreement terms for the new stadium plans. In 2019, Tech averaged 41,931 for its four ACC home games, with North Carolina drawing an announced crowd of 45,044, the largest of the four. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism ATLANTA - JULY 27: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons football team and Atlanta United FC soccer team in Atlanta, Georgia on July 27, 2019. Jonesboro, GA 30236. Dates and opponents are now set for the Jackets first four annual "Mayhem at MBS" games: The official first game of the "Mayhem at MBS" series is an ACC rivalry dating back to 1915, with the Jackets and Tar Heels playing55 all-time matchups. Each year until 2026, one of Tech's home games each season will be played in Mercedes-Benz Stadium as part of the series. High 88F. The middle concourse and upper bowl were eliminated in the east end zone to allow for an unobstructed view of the Atlanta skyline. [114] The concert was attended by 55,255 people, and grossed $11.9 million. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images). [33][34], In May 2010, it was reported by multiple news outlets that the Atlanta Falcons were interested in replacing the Georgia Dome with a newly constructed open-air stadium, although at the time it was planned to retain the Georgia Dome to continue hosting non-NFL events. The stadium's signature feature is its retractable roof, which features a "pinwheel" consisting of eight translucent, triangular panels. [68], Since the retractable roof was one of the major features and design points of the stadium, some of the problems with the roof were magnified in the stadium's first year of operation. [29][30] The practice helped to increase the venue's revenue, as the lower prices have been offset by increased spending on concessions by attendees.
21 North Carolina, the Yellow Jackets will be playing in front of a packed house of sorts. The bridge connects gameday parking lots and the Vine City MARTA Station to the northwest side of the stadium and The Home Depot Backyard, allowing pedestrians to avoid crossing the busy, 6 lane Northside Drive. 2022 FOX Television Stations, 2022 Sept. 5 vs. Clemson (Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game), 2023 Sept. 2 vs. Louisville (Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game), Sept. 25 vs. North Carolina (at Mercedes-Benz Stadium), Rockdale County requires students carry clear backpacks for next school year, Griffin police searching for suspected porch pirate caught on doorbell camera, Rapper Lil Baby, Atlanta entrepreneur team up to offer 100 jobs to young adults, Quick Georgia abortion law change abruptly send some patients home, Atlanta woman shoots man in self-defense during assault, police say, In Alabama, rare 400-pound spotted eagle ray jumps into boat, gives birth, 4 arrested after brawl caught on camera outside Georgia Popeye's, Dashcam video shows Georgia driver nearly hit pedestrian, ram patrol cars during traffic stop, Douglas County judge now facing record-setting 50 counts of alleged judicial misconduct, Carrollton freshman QB could be next big High 5 star. The roof was designed to be made of a clear, lightweight polymer material that can adjust its opacity to control light, and much of the exterior is clear polymer or glass to allow views to the outside. Before turning its sights to North Carolina, Georgia Tech travels to Clemson on Saturday for a 3:30 p.m. battle with the sixth-ranked Tigers. [21] Daktronics also installed more than 20,000 square feet (1,900m2) of other LED boards, including field-level advertising boards for soccer games. When last seasons home game against Notre Dame was moved from MBS to Bobby Dodd Stadium due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Georgia Tech athletics and AMB Sports + Entertainment added an extra year to the agreement, which originally was until 2024. Clemson Tigers Football at Chick-fil-A Kickoff Classic tickets are available for Sep 5but may also be available for other dates. [50], The Falcons unveiled a conceptual design for the new stadium on June 18, 2013, with a proposed capacity of 70,000 spectators, 7,500 club seats, and 180 luxury suites. The sculpture stands in front of the stadium, weighs over 73,000 pounds (33,000kg), and is as tall as a four-story building. [19], The stadium also includes features specific for college football use. The maximum public contribution for the project was US$200 million, coming from the hotel-motel tax in Atlanta and unincorporated Fulton County. The most expensive tickets are priced at US$385 per game, in addition to one-time PSL fees, for the first three years. [60] On October 6, 2017, stadium officials announced that the roof would be opened, weather permitting, for Atlanta United's regular season finale against Toronto FC on October 22; stadium officials also stated that the roof would remain closed for the remainder of the Falcons' regular season as well as for any home matches hosted by Atlanta United during the 2017 MLS Cup Playoffs as contractors continue to worked on fully mechanizing the roof. In its six-year, six-game series at the $1.5 billion stadium, Tech officials have planned to open the stadium for the full configuration for its 2024 game against Notre Dame and the two Chick-fil-A Kickoff games (2022 against Clemson and 2023 against Louisville), which figure to draw better. Priority parking will also be available for Tech season ticket members. Officials stated that the issue was due to the fact that the roof was still not fully mechanized yet, and that the issues would be fixed before the Falcons' 2018 season. [118][119] Another listening party event for the album happened on August 5, 2021 at the stadium.[120][121][122]. Stadium officials stated that the roof would be open for 10 days, regardless of weather, to complete work on automating the roof. [75][76], In January 2015, the Falcons announced the sale of personal seat licenses (PSL) costing up to US$45,000 per seat, depending on the section of the stadium. [106] Over the two sold-out nights, Taylor performed to an audience of 116,746 people and grossed $18.089 million. Georgia Techs Jared Ivey, a North Gwinnett alum, prepares to rush the quarterback during the game against Kennesaw State. [31][30][32], In March 2019, following a trial in 2018, the stadium became one of the first major professional sports venues in the United States to only accept "cashless" payment methods for transactions at concessions inside the stadium, such as credit or debit cards, and mobile payments.