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Development & New Businesses / Re: FC Tulsa and the future of...
Last post by Laramie - August 04, 2026, 12:25:24 PMOklahoma City MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium
Press release:
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Construction begins on the new MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium
6/1/26
Oklahoma City leaders broke ground today on the $121-million MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium. The new stadium is scheduled to open in 2028 and will anchor a new sports and entertainment district just south of Bricktown.
"Today's stadium groundbreaking reflects a city that is relentlessly investing in itself," Mayor David Holt said. "We are perhaps the only top 50 city to lack a multipurpose stadium, and it's kept us from opportunities in soccer and music, as well as in minor league football, collegiate and high school sports. In 2019, we decided to address that need. And even before we broke ground, we were already seeing new opportunities present themselves. We are also seeing this project become a catalyst for the parcel around it, which promises to develop into a vibrant new mixed-use district in the heart of our city. This MAPS 4 project continues our city's incredibly successful philosophy. When we invest in our city, we always reap rewards."
Located on nine acres where the Producers Cooperative Cotton Mill once stood, the property was donated to the City by multi-strategy investment firm Echo Investment Capital. The state-of-the-art stadium is poised to host professional soccer teams, youth sports, concerts, community events and a United Football League team, launching in 2028. As the majority owner of OKC's professional soccer club, Echo is driving the OKC for Soccer | OKC es Fútbol movement and will operate the stadium, which will be the future home to both women's and men's teams.
Designed by architecture firm Populous, the venue will have an initial capacity of 10,000, with the ability to increase, if needed. The venue will feature modern amenities, premium fan experiences and have capacity for a variety of events. The field is United States Soccer Federation (USSF)-approved, and the majority of seating will be under a canopy cover. The north side of the stadium opens to the downtown skyline, while a lightweight canopy roof and dynamic fabric facade frame OKC's open skies. The fabric facade will be enhanced by programmable LED lighting that will create energy for the fans and the local community. The venue will also feature a club, a supporters section, locker rooms and suites.
MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium, operated by Echo and their professional sports platform, and built in partnership with Russell Westbrook, Nick Gross, The Chickasaw Nation, Populous, Fields and Futures, and Robinson Park, a group bringing global creative energy and deep conviction in what OKC can become.
"This stadium will serve as far more than a sports and entertainment venue; it will be a community hub and a catalyst for a bold new cultural district in downtown Oklahoma City," said Christian Kanady, founder and CEO of Echo Investment Capital. "As the future home of our professional soccer club, it will also host concerts, events, and gatherings that bring people together and deliver on our promise to create meaningful experiences for our fans, partners, and community. This project reflects Oklahoma City's continued investment and its future, and we're proud to partner with the City of Oklahoma City on such a transformational vision."
Located east of the OKC Convention Center and south of Bricktown near I-40, the MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium will be the centerpiece of a new multi-use entertainment district located within easy walking distance of the new Continental Coliseum, Bricktown, the convention center, and Scissortail Park. Echo Investment Capital also plans to develop the surrounding area into a sports-centered entertainment district in partnership with Robinson Park.
"The MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium is an investment in the future of Oklahoma City and the talent pipeline for our youth," Oklahoma City Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Jamie C. Polk said. "This world-class venue will bring our community together while giving students a place to compete, perform, celebrate graduation, and dream bigger about their future right here at home."
The stadium will be managed by Echo Investment Capital. Lingo Construction serves as the construction manager. The project is funded by MAPS 4, the 2025 OKC Bond, Tax Increment Financing (TIF), private contributions and other economic development sources.--OKCTalk.com
Press release:
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Construction begins on the new MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium
6/1/26
Oklahoma City leaders broke ground today on the $121-million MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium. The new stadium is scheduled to open in 2028 and will anchor a new sports and entertainment district just south of Bricktown.
"Today's stadium groundbreaking reflects a city that is relentlessly investing in itself," Mayor David Holt said. "We are perhaps the only top 50 city to lack a multipurpose stadium, and it's kept us from opportunities in soccer and music, as well as in minor league football, collegiate and high school sports. In 2019, we decided to address that need. And even before we broke ground, we were already seeing new opportunities present themselves. We are also seeing this project become a catalyst for the parcel around it, which promises to develop into a vibrant new mixed-use district in the heart of our city. This MAPS 4 project continues our city's incredibly successful philosophy. When we invest in our city, we always reap rewards."
Located on nine acres where the Producers Cooperative Cotton Mill once stood, the property was donated to the City by multi-strategy investment firm Echo Investment Capital. The state-of-the-art stadium is poised to host professional soccer teams, youth sports, concerts, community events and a United Football League team, launching in 2028. As the majority owner of OKC's professional soccer club, Echo is driving the OKC for Soccer | OKC es Fútbol movement and will operate the stadium, which will be the future home to both women's and men's teams.
Designed by architecture firm Populous, the venue will have an initial capacity of 10,000, with the ability to increase, if needed. The venue will feature modern amenities, premium fan experiences and have capacity for a variety of events. The field is United States Soccer Federation (USSF)-approved, and the majority of seating will be under a canopy cover. The north side of the stadium opens to the downtown skyline, while a lightweight canopy roof and dynamic fabric facade frame OKC's open skies. The fabric facade will be enhanced by programmable LED lighting that will create energy for the fans and the local community. The venue will also feature a club, a supporters section, locker rooms and suites.
MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium, operated by Echo and their professional sports platform, and built in partnership with Russell Westbrook, Nick Gross, The Chickasaw Nation, Populous, Fields and Futures, and Robinson Park, a group bringing global creative energy and deep conviction in what OKC can become.
"This stadium will serve as far more than a sports and entertainment venue; it will be a community hub and a catalyst for a bold new cultural district in downtown Oklahoma City," said Christian Kanady, founder and CEO of Echo Investment Capital. "As the future home of our professional soccer club, it will also host concerts, events, and gatherings that bring people together and deliver on our promise to create meaningful experiences for our fans, partners, and community. This project reflects Oklahoma City's continued investment and its future, and we're proud to partner with the City of Oklahoma City on such a transformational vision."
Located east of the OKC Convention Center and south of Bricktown near I-40, the MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium will be the centerpiece of a new multi-use entertainment district located within easy walking distance of the new Continental Coliseum, Bricktown, the convention center, and Scissortail Park. Echo Investment Capital also plans to develop the surrounding area into a sports-centered entertainment district in partnership with Robinson Park.
"The MAPS 4 Multipurpose Stadium is an investment in the future of Oklahoma City and the talent pipeline for our youth," Oklahoma City Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Jamie C. Polk said. "This world-class venue will bring our community together while giving students a place to compete, perform, celebrate graduation, and dream bigger about their future right here at home."
The stadium will be managed by Echo Investment Capital. Lingo Construction serves as the construction manager. The project is funded by MAPS 4, the 2025 OKC Bond, Tax Increment Financing (TIF), private contributions and other economic development sources.--OKCTalk.com
#2
PlaniTulsa & Urban Planning / Re: Tulsa Population/Job Growt...
Last post by Laramie - August 04, 2026, 12:02:55 PMOklahoma's two largest metros 2025 estimates:
42. Oklahoma City, OK MSA 1,512,813 (Growth rate +6.11%)
53. Tulsa, OK MSA 1,069,273 (Growth rate +5.31%)
Both Oklahoma City & Tulsa MSA populations are growing at a very healthy and manageable growth rate.
42. Oklahoma City, OK MSA 1,512,813 (Growth rate +6.11%)
53. Tulsa, OK MSA 1,069,273 (Growth rate +5.31%)
Both Oklahoma City & Tulsa MSA populations are growing at a very healthy and manageable growth rate.
#3
Development & New Businesses / Re: 2024 Projects
Last post by BKDotCom - August 04, 2026, 09:23:46 AM #4
Development & New Businesses / Re: Downtown Development Overv...
Last post by Tulsan - July 25, 2026, 11:20:58 AMQuote from: Urban Enthusiast on July 23, 2026, 03:14:25 PMSo, the parking lot on the north side of 1st Street between Boulder and Main now has a construction fence along 1st Street. I noticed no one was parking there the past few days. Does anyone know what's going on? Is it just a resurfacing project or is something else happening?
It's just a resurface. They're going to build some screens/fences too. It will look less shabby at least.
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Development & New Businesses / Re: Downtown Development Overv...
Last post by Urban Enthusiast - July 23, 2026, 03:14:25 PMSo, the parking lot on the north side of 1st Street between Boulder and Main now has a construction fence along 1st Street. I noticed no one was parking there the past few days. Does anyone know what's going on? Is it just a resurfacing project or is something else happening?
#6
The Burbs / Re: New Oklahoma City Arena--B...
Last post by Laramie - July 20, 2026, 10:06:53 PM Continental Coliseum construction pics via OKCTalk.com:
Continental Coliseum coming in 2028: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=By6puMpI_xw - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2q4sMtYRI0
Mayor David Holt said the new arena continues a century-long pattern of reinvestment in facilities that help define Oklahoma City's identity and competitiveness.
Continental Resources Chairman Emeritus Harold Hamm said the naming rights partnership was driven by a desire to invest in the state's future and align with an organization that represents determination and long-term commitment.
Once completed, Continental Coliseum is expected to strengthen downtown Oklahoma City's growing reputation as a regional hub for entertainment and visitor activity while supporting broader economic development efforts. The Thunder will continue playing home games at Paycom Center until the new facility opens.
Continental Coliseum news: Oklahoma City will welcome thousands of veterans from across the country in 2032 after being selected to host the American Legion National Convention, a milestone that underscores the city's growing reputation as a destination for major national meetings and events.
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Continental Coliseum coming in 2028: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=By6puMpI_xw - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2q4sMtYRI0
Mayor David Holt said the new arena continues a century-long pattern of reinvestment in facilities that help define Oklahoma City's identity and competitiveness.
Quote"Oklahoma City has reinvested in its downtown arena roughly every three decades for nearly a century," Holt said. "With this commitment, we are securing our status as a big-league city for another generation."
Continental Resources Chairman Emeritus Harold Hamm said the naming rights partnership was driven by a desire to invest in the state's future and align with an organization that represents determination and long-term commitment.
Quote"We believe in Oklahoma City and in Oklahoma," Hamm said. "This project is historic, and we're proud to be part of its legacy."
Once completed, Continental Coliseum is expected to strengthen downtown Oklahoma City's growing reputation as a regional hub for entertainment and visitor activity while supporting broader economic development efforts. The Thunder will continue playing home games at Paycom Center until the new facility opens.
Continental Coliseum news: Oklahoma City will welcome thousands of veterans from across the country in 2032 after being selected to host the American Legion National Convention, a milestone that underscores the city's growing reputation as a destination for major national meetings and events.
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#7
Development & New Businesses / Re: Any new midtown/Cherry Str...
Last post by swake - July 12, 2026, 12:01:59 AMQuote from: bacjz00 on July 11, 2026, 09:59:24 PMYeah I still don't understand why there are no hotels outside of downtown all the way to I-44. None by the hospitals, none by Utica Square... so odd.
None in Brookside or Cherry Street either, really none in all of midtown. I get land is expensive and hard to find in midtown, but still,
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Development & New Businesses / Re: Any new midtown/Cherry Str...
Last post by bacjz00 - July 11, 2026, 09:59:24 PMYeah I still don't understand why there are no hotels outside of downtown all the way to I-44. None by the hospitals, none by Utica Square... so odd.
#9
The Burbs / Re: New Oklahoma City Arena--B...
Last post by Laramie - July 02, 2026, 03:47:26 PMOKC Continental Coliseum Summer 2028
Seating Capacity 17,583
Upper Bowl: 7,423
Suite Level: 816
Lower Bowl: 9,344
Thunder hype video unveils name of new downtown Oklahoma City arena: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJVabYyMr6c
Pics via OKCTalk.com
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Seating Capacity 17,583
Upper Bowl: 7,423
Suite Level: 816
Lower Bowl: 9,344
Thunder hype video unveils name of new downtown Oklahoma City arena: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJVabYyMr6c
Pics via OKCTalk.com
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#10
Development & New Businesses / Re: 2024 Projects
Last post by ComeOnBenjals - June 26, 2026, 09:04:10 AMWow! I assumed like Dan it would likely just be more parking. Thanks for sharing Tulsan!
That's a huge win for the district, looks like some great infill. With all the development, I could see this being a real desirable area to live moving forward. Connected to RiverTrail/downtown as well as quite a bit of walkability. Hope to see some housing follow this.
This seems to be the hottest area in town; Cherry St seems to have cooled off a bit.
That's a huge win for the district, looks like some great infill. With all the development, I could see this being a real desirable area to live moving forward. Connected to RiverTrail/downtown as well as quite a bit of walkability. Hope to see some housing follow this.
This seems to be the hottest area in town; Cherry St seems to have cooled off a bit.