The Latest:
- In 2010, Red Hat Amphitheater was built on land intended for the expansion of Raleigh Convention Center (RCC).
- The Amp has driven economic activity on otherwise vacant land. With RCC now at capacity, the City is carefully planning next steps.
- To keep booking top performers, the Amp needs 6,000 seats. The new venue will offer upgraded amenities, including performer space, concessions, restrooms, and safety, all within a $40 million budget.
- After exploring many options, the City, its architect and contractor identified one option that meets all needs.
- The Raleigh City Council voted Sept. 17 to approve closing one block of South Street. This closure will enable the relocation of the Red Hat Amphitheater. The closure will happen in the first quarter of 2025.
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The trade-off:
One block of South Street will permanently close, but the remaining capacity can handle the traffic with room to grow.
The bottom line:
The new, relocated Amp will remain a vital hub for downtown, continuing to enrich the local economy and serve as a central gathering place for the community.