Jackson Jaguars Transform Everbank Stadium

The Jackson Jaguars broke ground in February of 2025 on a $1.4 billion renovation of Everbank Stadium. Created in partnership with the City of Jacksonville, the project will reimagine the facility as a year-round destination for sports, entertainment, and community connection. The vibrant hub will benefit from the addition of a partial roof cover, enlarged and elevated concourses, corner openings to improve airflow, and a reflective outer coating to reduce interior heat. Designed by HOK, the dynamic structure will enable pedestrian access through a subtropical park.

Prioritizing versatility, the ‘Stadium of the Future’ will leverage immersive technology and sophisticated lighting strategies to transition seamlessly between a range of events, expanding the seating bowl’s capacity from 63,000 to 71,500 for college football games, or even higher for concerts. A 360-degree concourse will feature unique gathering zones to enhance the fan experience, including interactive social bars, diverse options for local cuisine, and retail offerings.

By maintaining the original core, the highly sustainable development will significantly reduce embodied carbon. A large shade canopy will provide shelter, with ample green space aiding in passive cooling to decrease heat retention by over 70 percent. Doubling as a public park and a venue for small-scale events, the grounds will incorporate native plantings and landscaping to mitigate the heat island effect, minimize stormwater runoff, and improve water quality.

Following an innovative construction timetable to allow games to proceed during the renovation, the project is being delivered by a joint venture of AECOM Hunt and Barton Malow. Completion is anticipated in August of 2028.