New stadium suites, lounges, better concessions may be coming to Paycor Stadium in 2026 under new $184.5M plan
- Hamilton County and the Cincinnati Bengals reached a preliminary agreement for stadium improvements at Paycor Stadium on Tuesday.
- This initial accord addresses renovations as the team's original lease approaches its June 30, 2026 expiration.
- The memorandum of understanding outlines $185 million in upgrades beginning for the 2026 season.
- The Bengals would contribute $120 million, while the county provides $64.5 million for specific infrastructure repairs.
- County commissioners will vote on the proposal April 29, marking a first step toward potential $830 million total renovations.
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Hamilton County, Cincinnati Bengals reach preliminary agreement on stadium improvements
CINCINNATI (AP) — Hamilton County and the Cincinnati Bengals have reached a preliminary agreement for $185 million in improvements to Paycor Stadium for the 2026 season.
New stadium suites, lounges, better concessions may be coming to Paycor Stadium in 2026 under new $184.5M plan
More than $184 million in upgrades may be coming to Paycor Stadium with renovated suites and lounges, better concession areas, and improvements to the stadium plazas.Hamilton County Commissioners had their first look at a new memorandum of understanding on Tuesday morning. It lays out a plan for the Cincinnati Bengals and the county to share the cost of these upgrades. The commissioners will likely vote on it later this week or next.Under the pr…
Hamilton County Strike $185M Deal for Paycor Stadium Upgrades
Source: Andy Lyons / Getty Hamilton County is preparing to spend $185 million to soup up Paycor Stadium as part of a newly unveiled deal with the Cincinnati Bengals. This marks the first phase of what could, eventually, become an $830 million overhaul of the 24-year-old facility. RELATED: Bengals Secure Future with Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins Extensions Inside the Deal The deal does not include a lease extension. The Bengals’ current lease exp…
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