The buzz is abound for the National Basketball Association (NBA) team Charlotte Hornets’ recently released renderings of their home arena – the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina (US) – called the ‘Re!magine Spectrum Center’.
‘SPECTRUM NEWS 1’ stated that the arena’s renovation project is currently in its second phase and construction is expected to wrap up by the end of the Hornets’ 2025-2026 seasons. The first phase started in May 2024.
The Charlotte Hornets are an American professional basketball team based in Charlotte, North Carolina (US). The Hornets compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the Southeast Division of the Eastern Conference. The team plays its home games at the Spectrum Center.
The 17,500-capacity Spectrum Center is an indoor arena in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. Located in Uptown it is owned by the City of Charlotte and operated by its main tenant, the Charlotte Hornets of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
‘SPECTRUM NEWS 1’ further stated that a fan-centric approach defined the Re!magine project with every aspect designed to enhance the attendee experience, according to the organizers.
Stated Shelly Cayette-Weston, Hornet Sports and Entertainment’s President of Business Operations, “This venue is a shared ownership with the City of Charlotte and for all our fans throughout the Carolinas. We are excited to provide an enhanced experience through this renovation that everyone can be proud of whether they are local or visiting our great City.”
New improvements the fans can expect include upgrades to the Belk Concourse, new technologies to food and drink experiences and a complete turnaround to the Founders Level.
The lower arena’s renovation will add 1,400 seats bringing the fans closer to any event.
Both ends of the arena will now be branded to the North and the South Districts each fitted with a unique 360-style bar, organizers said. The main features pay tribute to both North and South Charlotte.
Maintained Mike Behan, Hornet Sports and Entertainment’s Chief Business and Revenue Officer, “We’re proud that the completion of the Phase 2 renovations will provide a new look and feel but more importantly these renovations will impact every fan that enters our building. We cannot wait to reopen our doors this Fall to showcase the Spectrum Center and celebrate its 20th anniversary.”
Last month the NBA team also broke ground on their new 160,000-square-foot training and performance facility. It will also house the administrative staff.
After eight seasons of missing the playoffs the Hornets aim to rebuild under Rick Schnall (American businessman and one of the Majority Owners of the Hornets) and Gabe Plotkin (American businessman and Majority Owner and Co-Chairman of the Hornets). They hope the new facilities will attract more big-time free agents and help get the team back to being competitive.
The franchise added the Hornets fan shop will be closed during the renovations.
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