Efforts around the future location of the Oakland Athletics are starting to take a more distinct form as Bally’s Corporation achieves notable headway in its plans for a large-scale entertainment district that will encircle the team’s new stadium on the Las Vegas Strip. Local authorities have taken the initial formal step toward approving Bally’s land-use proposals for the project, suggesting that permits for the first phase should advance.
The Project Aims to Attract Customers Year-Round
Bally’s proposed development now moves to the Clark County Commission for final review, marking another key milestone in the progress linked to the $2 billion ballpark. Bally’s intends to develop a multi-phase complex that, upon completion, will span several million square feet at an approximate cost of $1.19 billion. The project’s initial phase centers on foundational and structural components that will underpin the ballpark and the upcoming resort.
Recent filings indicate the development will include a hotel tower, casino, retail walkways, entertainment venues, dining areas, and a theater. Developers also plan to construct a three-level plaza offering a variety of amenities, establishing a pedestrian focal point near the stadium entrance. The objective is to draw visitors throughout the year, rather than operating only on game days.
The large resort tower will house approximately 1,800 guest rooms, with smooth connections to the rest of the casino resort and ballpark. Bally’s has stated the complex will be raised above street level, featuring a central hub reachable via escalators, elevators, and existing pedestrian bridges linking to the Excalibur and MGM Grand.
Work Is Proceeding According to Plan
Construction of the stadium has already commenced. Crews began work on the nine-acre ballpark site last summer, and the project has already invested more than $300 million. Steel is now rising over the structure as the seating area starts to take form, with workers putting together the framework that will support upper-deck seating and luxury suites.
The stadium will hold around 33,000 fans and share its infrastructure with the adjacent resort district. Ballpark construction is set to finish in 2028, aligning with the launch of Phase 1 of the casino resort. This milestone will encompass utilities, parking structures, and retail and dining spaces around the stadium. Subsequent phases will add the hotel towers and expand available amenities.
For Bally’s, the project stands as one of the most ambitious developments in its history. The upcoming venue also represents another milestone in Las Vegas’ evolution into a top-tier sports hub, where professional sports teams, entertainment venues, and casino resorts increasingly coexist. High-profile events like the F1 Grand Prix have shown that this transformation can bring mutual benefits for all involved parties.