New Music Venue in McKinney
New renderings of the 20,000-seat open-air amphitheater under construction in McKinney were released by Colorado-based company VENU this week as the $300 million music venue inches closer to reality.
The entertainment and hospitality company plans to open the Sunset Amphitheater next year near U.S. Highway 75 and State Highway 121 and welcome “A-list, Grammy Award winning, national touring acts” with as many as 70 shows a year, according to VENU.
The facility will have features to adapt the open-air space for different seasons, including heating systems, canopies and wind walls.
Photos: Renderings of the $300M, 20,000-seat amphitheater under construction in McKinney
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The venue will seat 20,000 at full capacity and around 5,000 people for smaller events. The theater will have fire suites and a members-only club in partnership with Troy Aikman, NFL Hall of Famer and founder of EIGHT Elite Light Beer.
The McKinney amphitheater is among the company’s “most ambitious and luxurious developments to date,” according to a statement from VENU.
Related Developments and Controversies
The project has not come without some controversy surrounding the company, noise and traffic from its music venues and a failed appeal by residents against VENU’s amphitheater in Colorado. But McKinney and VENU officials hope the Collin County amphitheater will put the growing city on the map as a live music landmark in North Texas.
Comparison with Other Venues in North Texas
The Sunset Amphitheater is slated to add to a list of large venues in North Texas. Other major music venues in Dallas-Fort Worth include the Dos Equis Pavilion in Fair Park, a 20,000-seat outdoor amphitheater operated by Live Nation. The American Airlines Center in Dallas also seats 20,000, and the AT&T Stadium in Arlington can seat more than 80,000.
Conclusion
The construction of the Sunset Amphitheater in McKinney is an exciting development for music lovers in North Texas. With its state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to hosting top-tier acts, this venue is sure to become a premier destination for live music in the region. While there have been some controversies surrounding the project, the potential benefits to the local community and economy are significant. As the venue prepares to open its doors next year, fans and residents alike are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to experience world-class entertainment in a unique and luxurious setting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the seating capacity of the Sunset Amphitheater?
A: The venue will seat 20,000 at full capacity and around 5,000 people for smaller events.
Q: What features will the amphitheater have to adapt to different seasons?
A: The facility will have features such as heating systems, canopies, and wind walls to adapt the open-air space for different seasons.
Q: What kind of acts can we expect to see at the Sunset Amphitheater?
A: The venue plans to welcome “A-list, Grammy Award winning, national touring acts” with as many as 70 shows a year, according to VENU.
Q: Are there any controversies surrounding the project?
A: Yes, there have been some controversies surrounding the company, noise and traffic from its music venues, and a failed appeal by residents against VENU’s amphitheater in Colorado.
