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Bridgestone Arena broke ground on its massive four-year, $750 million renovation on April 20, and now, Nashville Predators officials want fans to know exactly what's going on inside.
It's called Broadway 2030. This summer is the first of four phases of construction that will take place during every hockey off-season from 2026 to 2030. The project will be complete just in time for the 2030 Super Bowl that is reportedly to be hosted just across the Cumberland River at the new Nissan Stadium.
Once complete, the expanded Bridgestone will have 175,000 square feet in the arena, two adjoining towers that could become an office and a hotel, expanded retail options and a 60,000-square-foot rooftop that Bridgestone says will be "the largest rooftop on Broadway."
“This transformation is about delivering the next generation of Bridgestone Arena for the best fans in sports while honoring our role at the center of Broadway’s energy," Nashville Predators Chief Strategy Officer Kyle Clayton said. "By phasing the work over multiple summers, we can take on the most complex upgrades the right way, without interrupting the moments that matter most to Smashville.”
When officials first announced the project to The Tennessean in 2025, it had a $650 million budget, but now, that's gone up to $750 million, according to Bridgestone officials.
In phase one, Clayton said, the goal is to prime the arena for further construction and make sure that all of the spaces that will be inaccessible in future seasons have as little disruption as possible for fans.
Here's where they're starting:
The exterior Broadway-facing side of the building will go under construction in summer 2027, and during that time, the SoBro entrance will take on a lot more traffic than usual.
"These improvements directly respond to fan feedback calling for better circulation and ease of movement throughout the venue," a Bridgestone spokesperson said in a statement.
Because the renovations will take years to complete, Nashville Predators officials are still open to making additional changes.
They are encouraging fans to send in their own ideas for renovations and feedback on the plan. Fans can go online to Broadway2030.com to fill out a form that will go straight to project leaders.
"This fan and patron feedback is invaluable and directly informs design decisions and enhances the fan experience; it also helps ensure the arena’s future needs reflect the needs, traditions and passions of the community it serves," a Bridgestone spokesperson said in a statement. "The design isn’t complete until their voices are heard, making their input an essential part of bringing Bridgestone Arena’s next chapter to life."
This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Nashville Predators detail $750M renovation called Broadway 2030
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It's called Broadway 2030. This summer is the first of four phases of construction that will take place during every hockey off-season from 2026 to 2030. The project will be complete just in time for the 2030 Super Bowl that is reportedly to be hosted just across the Cumberland River at the new Nissan Stadium.
Once complete, the expanded Bridgestone will have 175,000 square feet in the arena, two adjoining towers that could become an office and a hotel, expanded retail options and a 60,000-square-foot rooftop that Bridgestone says will be "the largest rooftop on Broadway."
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“This transformation is about delivering the next generation of Bridgestone Arena for the best fans in sports while honoring our role at the center of Broadway’s energy," Nashville Predators Chief Strategy Officer Kyle Clayton said. "By phasing the work over multiple summers, we can take on the most complex upgrades the right way, without interrupting the moments that matter most to Smashville.”
When officials first announced the project to The Tennessean in 2025, it had a $650 million budget, but now, that's gone up to $750 million, according to Bridgestone officials.
What construction is Bridgestone doing this summer?
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In phase one, Clayton said, the goal is to prime the arena for further construction and make sure that all of the spaces that will be inaccessible in future seasons have as little disruption as possible for fans.
Here's where they're starting:
- Upgraded security and mechanical improvements
- New escalators on the Demonbreun Street entrance
- Replacing the main staircase that will connect to all levels, including the suite level
- Concourse enhancements like new landing areas and new concessions offerings
- Expanding the ticket box at the Nissan SoBro Entrance, across the street from Music City Center.
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The exterior Broadway-facing side of the building will go under construction in summer 2027, and during that time, the SoBro entrance will take on a lot more traffic than usual.
"These improvements directly respond to fan feedback calling for better circulation and ease of movement throughout the venue," a Bridgestone spokesperson said in a statement.
Thoughts on what Bridgestone should change? Reach out
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Because the renovations will take years to complete, Nashville Predators officials are still open to making additional changes.
They are encouraging fans to send in their own ideas for renovations and feedback on the plan. Fans can go online to Broadway2030.com to fill out a form that will go straight to project leaders.
"This fan and patron feedback is invaluable and directly informs design decisions and enhances the fan experience; it also helps ensure the arena’s future needs reflect the needs, traditions and passions of the community it serves," a Bridgestone spokesperson said in a statement. "The design isn’t complete until their voices are heard, making their input an essential part of bringing Bridgestone Arena’s next chapter to life."
This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Nashville Predators detail $750M renovation called Broadway 2030
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