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Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado set attendance records in 2025, hosting over 1.75 million paid fans across 236 events, making it the best-attended amphitheatre in the U.S. and the second most attended music venue in the country, with a significant number of visitors also attending free events and enjoying the park's amenities.
The No. 1 Nebraska volleyball team achieved its ninth consecutive win by sweeping Michigan in front of a sold-out crowd at Crisler Center, setting attendance records and extending their winning streak, with standout performances from Harper Murray and others.
Nebraska's volleyball team narrowly defeated Creighton in a five-set match at a record-breaking crowd of 17,675 fans, showcasing a fierce in-state rivalry and setting a new indoor attendance record for a regular-season game.
The MLB Speedway Classic between the Braves and Reds at Bristol Motor Speedway set a new attendance record for a Major League Baseball game in Tennessee, with over 90,000 spectators, surpassing the previous record from 1954. The event featured entertainment, fan activities, and a performance by Tim McGraw, but was suspended due to rain, with plans to resume the game later.
The MLB Speedway Classic in Tennessee will set a new all-time single-game attendance record with over 85,000 tickets sold, featuring the Cincinnati Reds vs. Atlanta Braves, and includes special ceremonies honoring the U.S. Navy and NASCAR traditions.
The MLB Speedway Classic between the Reds and Braves at Bristol Motor Speedway is set to break the single-game attendance record with over 85,000 tickets sold, making it the most-attended MLB game in history, and the first in Tennessee.
TNA Wrestling set a new attendance record at Slammiversary on July 20, 2025, with 7,623 fans at UBS Arena in New York, marking the largest crowd ever for a TNA event in North America.
The Erie Moon Mammoths, a minor league baseball team rebranded by John Oliver and his team, played their first game to a record crowd, generating significant merchandise sales and media attention, though they will revert to their original name for most games.
The Florida Panthers are experiencing unprecedented success both on and off the ice, setting an attendance record and seeing a 50% increase in ticket revenue compared to two years ago. With an 18th sellout expected for Game 6 of the Eastern Conference finals, the team is one win away from a second consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearance. The Panthers' average home attendance has risen nearly 12% from last season, and corporate partnership revenue has surged by over 120% since 2022.
During his concert, country singer Morgan Wallen joked about setting an attendance record at Lucas Oil Stadium in comparison to Taylor Swift, prompting some fans to boo Swift. Wallen reassured the crowd that it was all in good fun and urged them not to boo. Swift's fans, known as "Swifties," criticized Wallen's remarks on social media, while others defended him. Both Wallen and Swift have been on successful world tours, with Wallen's next dates in Mississippi and California, and Swift currently on the international leg of her tour.
The St. Louis Battlehawks' home opener drew a record-breaking 40,317 attendees, setting a new post-Rams football attendance record. The strong support for the team highlights the potential for success in cities left by the NFL, such as San Diego, Oakland, and potentially Kansas City, as the UFL aims to thrive and expand its fan base.
Atlanta set a new record for tickets sold and distributed for a U.S. women’s soccer friendly match with an attendance of 50,644 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, surpassing the previous record of 49,504. The U.S. defeated Japan 2-1 in the first game of the SheBelieves Cup double-header, with Atlanta United leading MLS in attendance for the past seven seasons and holding various attendance records.
The Big Ten women’s basketball tournament has sold out for the first time in its history, with every session at Minneapolis’ Target Center completely booked two weeks before the event. The record-breaking television ratings for women’s basketball have contributed to this milestone, with Iowa's Caitlin Clark's influence being particularly notable. Her team has sold out or set attendance records at 30 of 32 arenas this year, and her scoring prowess has drawn significant attention. The tournament's popularity also reflects in television viewership, with the Iowa-Ohio State game attracting the most viewers for a regular-season women’s basketball game since 2010.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is making strides in providing a sustainable and professional platform for women's hockey, with the recent Battle on Bay Street game between Montreal and Toronto teams drawing a record attendance of 19,285. The league, formed in response to the need for better resources and working conditions for women hockey players, now offers salaries, insurance, and a collective bargaining agreement through 2031. The event aimed to build a healthy fanbase and make a statement about the seriousness of women's hockey, addressing longstanding disparities between men's and women's hockey.
The Professional Women’s Hockey League game between Toronto and Montreal at Scotiabank Arena broke the all-time attendance record for a women’s hockey game with 19,285 fans. The league has been setting attendance records throughout the season, and the game marks a significant milestone for women’s professional hockey. The success of the league has garnered interest from NHL teams for potential expansion, and there are plans to play games in NHL venues in the future. The record-breaking attendance demonstrates the growing demand for women’s professional hockey and raises the possibility of playing in larger venues in the future.