Conceptual rendering courtesy of Aloha Halawa District Partners
Major Milestone for the New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District
BY HSRN STAFF
PUBLISHED SEPTEMBER 25, 2025
The New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District (NASED) has officially taken a major step forward. Project leaders announced that the first two agreements with Aloha Hālawa District Partners (AHDP) have been signed, paving the way for the dismantling of the current Aloha Stadium and the start of construction on a modern, multipurpose facility.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE STADIUM
- Dismantling Timeline: Work to take down the existing stadium will begin soon, with completion scheduled for July 2026.
- Construction Timeline: Building the new stadium is expected to take about two and a half years, with doors projected to open in March 2029.
- Operations: AHDP will operate and maintain the stadium for 30 years before returning it to the State of Hawaiʻi.
The agreements include the Stadium Development and Operation Agreement, which covers dismantling, design, construction, and long-term operations, as well as an Initial Ground Lease granting AHDP access to parts of the site to support the project.
Features of the New Stadium
- Seating for 22,500 fans with future expansion potential
- 10 luxury boxes for enhanced experiences
- A design flexible enough to host UH football, soccer, rugby, concerts, community events, and major gatherings
The state is contributing $350 million toward dismantling and construction.
Community and Leadership Reactions
“These agreements are a big step forward for Hawai‘i. Mahalo to all the dedicated individuals transforming our community’s vision into reality… We hope generations of those with Hawai‘i in their hearts will come here to dream, celebrate, and make lasting memories.”
— Eric Fujimoto, Stadium Authority Chair
“This moment reflects years of planning and dedication… There is much hard work ahead, and all of us at AHDP are approaching these next steps with the same single-minded focus and urgency required to deliver our dynamic vision for the people—and for the future—of Hawaiʻi.”
— Stanford Carr, President, Stanford Carr Development & AHDP Master Developer
“Today’s agreements are an encouraging milestone for the new Aloha Stadium and for the future of UH Athletics… We are excited to see momentum building.”
— Matt Elliott, University of Hawaiʻi Athletics Director
Stanford Carr announces an Oct. 25 “A Hui Hou to Aloha Stadium” concert with a lineup of local entertainers to mirror a large concert that was held days after the stadium’s opening in 1974.
— Brian McInnis (@Brian_McInnis) September 25, 2025
What’s Next for NASED
With the Stadium Development and Operation Agreement and the Initial Ground Lease in place, additional agreements related to the district’s real estate development will be finalized in the coming months.
Stay updated at nased.hawaii.gov.
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