NRG Stadium
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| Stadium name | NRG Stadium |
| Location | Houston, Texas, United States |
| Owner | Harris County |
| Operator | SMG |
| Surface | Grass |
| Tenants | Houston Texans, Texas Bowl |
NRG Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium located in Houston, Texas, United States, and is home to the Houston Texans of the National Football League and the Texas Bowl. The stadium is owned by Harris County and operated by SMG, a leading provider of management and development services to conventions, arenas, stadiums, and theaters, including Reliant Stadium, Astrodome, and Minute Maid Park. The stadium has hosted numerous high-profile events, including Super Bowl XXXVIII, Super Bowl LI, and the WrestleMania XXV event, which featured John Cena, The Undertaker, and Shawn Michaels. The stadium's design and features have been influenced by other notable stadiums, such as AT&T Stadium, Lucas Oil Stadium, and MetLife Stadium, which have hosted events like the Super Bowl, NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship, and CONCACAF Gold Cup.
● History
The stadium was built as a replacement for the Astrodome, which was the home of the Houston Oilers and the Houston Astros. The construction of the stadium was a collaborative effort between Harris County, the City of Houston, and the Houston Texans, with the help of architects from HOK and engineers from Walter P Moore. The stadium's history is also closely tied to the Reliant Energy company, which was the original naming rights sponsor, and CenterPoint Energy, which has also been a major sponsor. The stadium has hosted numerous events, including concerts by Taylor Swift, Kenny Chesney, and Beyoncé, as well as games featuring the University of Houston and the Rice University. The stadium's history is also marked by notable events, such as the Super Bowl XXXVIII halftime show, which featured Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, and P. Diddy, and the WrestleMania XXV event, which featured John Cena, The Undertaker, and Shawn Michaels.
● Design and Features
The stadium's design was influenced by other notable stadiums, such as AT&T Stadium, Lucas Oil Stadium, and MetLife Stadium, which have hosted events like the Super Bowl, NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship, and CONCACAF Gold Cup. The stadium features a retractable roof, which was designed by Uni-Systems, and a natural grass field, which is maintained by the Sports Turf Managers Association. The stadium's seating capacity is over 71,000, with the ability to expand to over 80,000 for certain events, such as the Super Bowl and the College Football Playoff National Championship. The stadium's design has been recognized with several awards, including the Sports Business Journal's Sports Business Award for Best New Venue and the American Institute of Architects's Honor Award for Architecture. The stadium's features have also been influenced by other notable stadiums, such as Wembley Stadium, Camp Nou, and Allianz Arena, which have hosted events like the UEFA Champions League and the FIFA World Cup.
● Events
The stadium has hosted numerous high-profile events, including Super Bowl XXXVIII, Super Bowl LI, and the WrestleMania XXV event, which featured John Cena, The Undertaker, and Shawn Michaels. The stadium has also hosted concerts by Taylor Swift, Kenny Chesney, and Beyoncé, as well as games featuring the University of Houston and the Rice University. The stadium has also been the site of several international soccer matches, including the CONCACAF Gold Cup and the Copa America Centenario, which featured teams like Mexico national football team, United States men's national soccer team, and Brazil national football team. The stadium has also hosted events like the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, which features performances by George Strait, Blake Shelton, and Luke Bryan, and the Texas Bowl, which features teams like the Big 12 Conference and the Southeastern Conference.
● Seating and Attendance
The stadium's seating capacity is over 71,000, with the ability to expand to over 80,000 for certain events, such as the Super Bowl and the College Football Playoff National Championship. The stadium's attendance records have been set by events like the WrestleMania XXV event, which drew over 72,000 fans, and the Super Bowl LI event, which drew over 70,000 fans. The stadium's seating and attendance have also been influenced by other notable stadiums, such as AT&T Stadium, Lucas Oil Stadium, and MetLife Stadium, which have hosted events like the Super Bowl, NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship, and CONCACAF Gold Cup. The stadium's seating and attendance have been recognized with several awards, including the Sports Business Journal's Sports Business Award for Best New Venue and the American Institute of Architects's Honor Award for Architecture.
● Transportation and Location
The stadium is located in Houston, Texas, United States, and is accessible by several major highways, including Interstate 610 and Texas State Highway 288. The stadium is also served by the METRORail, which provides transportation to and from the stadium. The stadium's location has been influenced by other notable stadiums, such as Reliant Stadium, Astrodome, and Minute Maid Park, which are also located in Houston. The stadium's transportation and location have been recognized with several awards, including the American Planning Association's National Planning Excellence Award for Transportation Planning and the American Institute of Architects's Honor Award for Urban Design.
● Renovations and Expansions
The stadium has undergone several renovations and expansions since its opening, including the addition of new seating areas and the installation of a new video board. The stadium's renovations and expansions have been influenced by other notable stadiums, such as AT&T Stadium, Lucas Oil Stadium, and MetLife Stadium, which have hosted events like the Super Bowl, NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship, and CONCACAF Gold Cup. The stadium's renovations and expansions have been recognized with several awards, including the Sports Business Journal's Sports Business Award for Best New Venue and the American Institute of Architects's Honor Award for Architecture. The stadium's future renovations and expansions are expected to include the addition of new amenities and the improvement of existing facilities, such as the Houston Texans' training facilities and the Texas Bowl's locker rooms.
Category:Sports venues in Houston