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The Cincinnati Bengals and Hamilton County have finalized a lease extension for Paycor Stadium through 2036, with options to extend to 2046, supporting a $470 million renovation funded mainly by the team, ensuring the stadium remains a premier NFL venue and a key part of Cincinnati's riverfront development.
Hamilton County commissioners approved a new lease for the Bengals' Paycor Stadium, including a $470 million renovation with county and NFL contributions, a rent-paying requirement, and a temporary 11-year agreement that keeps the team downtown through at least 2036, with potential for future extensions and increased community use.
The Cincinnati Bengals and Hamilton County have agreed to a lease extension through 2036, including $120 million in stadium renovations and additional options, securing the team's future in Cincinnati and aiming to enhance the fan experience and local economic growth.
The Cincinnati Bengals and Hamilton County have agreed on a new lease extending the team's stay at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati through 2036, with plans for a $470 million renovation funded mainly by the Bengals, aiming to modernize the stadium and support economic growth in the downtown area.
Hamilton County and the Cincinnati Bengals have agreed on a new 11-year lease for Paycor Stadium, including $470 million in stadium upgrades, with the team responsible for most renovation costs and revenue sharing, and a potential for extensions based on revenue rankings, pending county approval.
Paycor Stadium, home of the Bengals, is undergoing significant upgrades including a massive renovation of the locker room with state-of-the-art facilities and a new field, set to be completed by the start of the 2024 season. Other enhancements include new club seats, updated concessions equipment, an upgraded stadium TV system, and a plaza expansion outside Gate D to improve fan experience and connectivity with The Banks entertainment district. The investments aim to maintain the stadium as a top-tier facility for both players and fans.
The Cincinnati Bengals are set to install new FieldTurf at Paycor Stadium ahead of the 2024 season as part of a larger $39 million project to upgrade the stadium. The nearly $1 million turf purchase is separate from potential decisions regarding the stadium lease. The new FieldTurf CORE system will be installed, marking a reunion with FieldTurf, and making the Bengals the eighth NFL team to use it for their home field. This move will replace the current slit-film turf and align with the team's commitment to providing a top-level playing surface for NFL games.
The Cincinnati Bengals will switch to a FieldTurf CORE system for the 2024 NFL season at Paycor Stadium, replacing their previous slit film turf field, in a move aimed at providing a safer playing surface for players. This change means that all three teams still using slit film turf in 2023 will be switching to FieldTurf in 2024, with several other NFL teams already using the same surface.
Paycor Stadium will install a new FieldTurf CORE system for the 2024 NFL season, following approval from Hamilton County Commissioners. The decision was based on player safety and performance data, with the Bengals becoming the eighth NFL team to trust FieldTurf for their home field. FieldTurf is a world leader in artificial turf, with over 25,000 installations worldwide and is the trusted choice of 12 NFL teams and over 1500 NCAA programs.
A paralyzed veteran and his wife are calling out Paycor Stadium for alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) during a Taylor Swift concert. The couple expressed frustration over the stadium's policy prohibiting people with disabilities from bringing their personal mobility aids inside if they didn't have ADA seats. They also encountered difficulties with parking, lack of handrails, inaccessible entrances, closed accessible bathrooms, obstructed views, and unfulfilled promises of wheelchair assistance. The couple is seeking a refund and considering legal action, while urging the U.S. Department of Justice to monitor Paycor Stadium's ADA compliance.
Thunderstorms are forecasted for Greater Cincinnati on Saturday, potentially affecting Taylor Swift's second consecutive concert at Paycor Stadium. While the early afternoon showers were not expected to be severe, a lull in bad weather is anticipated until the evening. There is a possibility of strong to severe storms between 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. Sunday, with heavy rainfall, isolated tornadoes, winds, and hail. The concert will proceed even in rain or thunder, but it may be delayed if there is lightning in the area. Attendees are advised to bring rain gear and clear bags to protect their belongings.
Set times for Night 2 of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati have been changed due to inclement weather. The concert will start an hour earlier, with gates opening at 4:30 p.m. Swift's opening acts, Gracie Abrams and MUNA, will perform at 6:25 p.m., and Swift herself will go on at 7 p.m. Fans are advised to be in their seats by the end of Lady Gaga's "Applause" as Swift will begin her set immediately afterward. The changes are in response to the possibility of severe weather hitting the area later in the evening.
Taylor Swift fans without tickets to her concert at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati will have the option to gather at Smale Riverfront Park, located outside the venue, where there will be free live music and food trucks. The park will host visitors on Friday and Saturday, allowing fans to enjoy the festivities and be near the excitement of the concert. The shows are expected to have a multimillion-dollar impact on the city, with estimated total spending reaching $92 million.
Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati has assured fans that the Taylor Swift concert will go on rain or shine, with plans in place to continue the show even in the event of rain. The only factor that would halt the concert is lightning, in which case the stadium would use video messaging boards to communicate with fans. While a weather contingency plan has not been released, fans are advised to come prepared for potential storms with raincoats and ponchos.
Disabled concertgoers are calling out Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati for inadequate accommodations for people with disabilities during Taylor Swift's concert. A paralyzed veteran and other fans with mobility aids are not allowed to bring their wheelchairs into the venue unless they have purchased ADA seats. The stadium's policy has sparked outrage, with critics arguing that it disregards the needs of disabled individuals and poses safety hazards. Paycor Stadium claims to be ADA compliant but has faced criticism for not providing sufficient accessibility options.