Smith Entertainment Group Unveils Next Steps on the Transformation of the Delta Center into a World-Class Dual-Sport Venue

Enhanced upper bowl seating design and new vantage points build on SEG’s plan to create one of the most immersive experiences in professional sports

Arena transformation reflects an intentional, experience-driven approach focused on creating exceptional moments for every fan

 

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SALT LAKE CITY (May 8, 2026) – As the ground-up transformation of the Delta Center into a world-class, dual-sport venue continues, Smith Entertainment Group (SEG) today shared construction details for the 2026 and 2027 offseasons. These changes build on SEG’s vision to take the Delta Center to the next level as one of the most electric environments in the NBA and NHL. Every enhancement has been intentionally designed to elevate the experience for all types of guests. Whether someone is a lifelong season ticket holder or a first-time attendee, and whether they are hosting business clients or bringing their whole family to a game, the arena has been thoughtfully designed to deliver a best-in-class experience to every fan. When complete, every seat throughout the arena will be replaced and reconfigured to ensure full sightlines for both basketball and hockey.

End Zones, Gondolas, and a Completed Parking Structure 

After this offseason, the Delta Center’s upper-north end zone will feature new terrace-style ledges with full-view seating that extends the energy and feel of the lower bowl and creates a more connected and immersive experience for fans. 

In addition, suspended “gondolas” will be built up along both sidelines, providing a captivating bird’s-eye view of the event floor for over 200 fans while offering amazing hospitality and gathering spaces.

The parking structure at the southwest corner of the arena will be completed before the 2026-27 season.

 

More Intensity in the South End Zone

Major construction in 2027 will introduce a dynamic slope design, connecting the upper and lower levels starting from the floor and working upward. With positioning near the visiting bench, the slope will provide fans in these sections an even more intense environment right on top of the action and will help further the tradition of the Delta Center being one of the loudest places to play in the NBA and NHL. 

Renovations to suites begin on the north side in 2026 and will be completed in 2027, bringing refreshed interior design and extending suite spaces throughout Level 4 of the building. 

 

Concourse and Plaza Upgrades

Additional upgrades and renovations coming to the arena include adding food and beverage options, updating concourses and concession locations with new and redesigned social areas, adding bathroom capacity, and expanding club spaces around the building. Future plans also include adding a new main entrance and outdoor plaza that will serve as a gateway to the heart of downtown.

SEG is working with four groups to help drive the Delta Center transformation project: Utah-based Okland Construction is the general contractor; SCI Architects is the lead design firm; CAA Icon serves as a strategic advisor; and Walter P. Moore designed the parking structure.

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About Smith Entertainment Group

Smith Entertainment Group (SEG) is a sports, entertainment, real estate, and technology investment group focused primarily on the state of Utah. SEG’s portfolio includes the Utah Jazz (NBA), Utah Mammoth (NHL), Delta Center, SEG Media, The Shops at South Town, Salt Lake City Stars (NBA G League), and other Utah-centric business ventures.

 

About the Delta Center

Home of the Utah Jazz and Utah Mammoth, Delta Center is the region’s premier sports and entertainment venue, located in downtown Salt Lake City. Each year, the Delta Center welcomes more than 1.8 million guests and hosts more than 320 days of electrifying sports and entertainment events ranging from NBA and NHL games to performances by world-renowned musicians and entertainers and other large-scale sporting competitions. In April 2025, the Delta Center launched a multi-year, inside-out renovation process to transform into a state-of-the-art, dual-sport venue and anchor Utah’s NBA and NHL franchises in downtown Salt Lake City. Since its debut in 1991, the Delta Center has hosted the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, 2023 and 1993 NBA All-Star weekends, 2002 Olympic Winter Games, NCAA men’s basketball tournament, and two NBA Finals. For more information about the Delta Center, an entity of Smith Entertainment Group, visit www.deltacenter.com.