Why is the Superbowl taking place in Las Vegas in 2024?
Why is the Superbowl taking place in Las Vegas in 2024?
By Jason Bolton January 30, 2024 03:23
Las Vegas will be the host city for the Super Bowl. The largest event in the USA will be held at Allegiant Stadium in 2024. Why did Roger Goodell and the other stakeholders make this choice? Well, we are going to break down this massive decision.
In addition, the NFL's process for choosing sites has changed. Cities used to compete for the right to host a Super Bowl, with possible hosts proposing their bids and league owners voting on them. But as part of a relatively recent process, the NFL picks potential candidates for Super Bowls now. Also, this methodology makes sure that appropriate sites are selected against other criteria namely based on stadium facilities, capacity, and regional attractiveness.
Allegiant Stadium: A New Venue for Super Bowl
Boasting the latest amenities, as well as a capacity to house up to 65,000 spectators at once makes it an obvious pick for hosting such a huge sporting event. What you also have to put in perspective is that Allegiant Stadium as a dome removes any inconvenience based on the weather for the game.Geographic Rotation and NFL's Venue Selection Process
The choice of Las Vegas is also consistent with how the NFL's custom to have an event that rotates through various regions of the USA. The Super Bowl has stayed in the Western United States of late, with games held in California (2022) and Arizona (2023). It also makes it possible for fans in every portion of the country to attend and enjoy a Super Bowl experience.In addition, the NFL's process for choosing sites has changed. Cities used to compete for the right to host a Super Bowl, with possible hosts proposing their bids and league owners voting on them. But as part of a relatively recent process, the NFL picks potential candidates for Super Bowls now. Also, this methodology makes sure that appropriate sites are selected against other criteria namely based on stadium facilities, capacity, and regional attractiveness.
Expanded Regular Season and Schedule Conflict Impacts
The change from a 16-game to 17-game NFL regular season, which goes into effect beginning in the year that Super Bowl LVIII is played, also impacted when it would be held. Due to this, the game is then pushed back till February 11, 2024. It also threw off the calendar for New Orleans' Mardi Gras celebration, which led to the league having to move around its host city plans in 2024. As a result, the Super Bowl (59) scheduled to be played in Caesars Stadium in New Orleans has instead been given to Allegiant Stadium.Las Vegas: An Attractive Host City
With exciting nightlife, premier accommodations, and bright lights nestled into its signature attractions, Las Vegas is a top-tier destination for hosting the Super Bowl. Great casinos and nightlife aside, the city has something for everyone as far as things to do. It will be a chance to show, worldwide on the biggest of stages given how wildly popular the Super Bowl is for every form or media outlets that cover it.LATEST
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