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Bridgestone Arena Taps JE Dunn to Lead $1 Billion Broadway 2030 Renovation
The Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena have selected JE Dunn Construction to manage the arena's $1 billion, multi-year renovation, dubbed Smashville's Next Stage: Broadway 2030. Team officials say the project will modernize the fan experience and better connect the arena to downtown, while inviting community feedback to shape the design.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. â The Nashville Predators and Bridgestone Arena have named JE Dunn Construction as construction manager for the venue's $1 billion renovation, a multi-year project the team is calling Smashville's Next Stage: Broadway 2030.
The announcement marks a shift from planning and design into execution for the overhaul, which is intended to modernize the arena for fans, performers and athletes while strengthening its ties to downtown and the Broadway entertainment district.
"This project is about reimagining the arena experience, strengthening our connection to Broadway and ensuring Bridgestone Arena remains one of the premier sports and entertainment destinations in the world for decades to come," said Kyle Clayton, chief strategy officer for the Nashville Predators. "Selecting the right construction partner is a critical step in bringing this ambitious vision to life. We're excited to partner with JE Dunn as we move from planning and design into execution and begin shaping the next chapter of Bridgestone Arena."
The renovation is expected to touch nearly every aspect of the arena, from technology and fan amenities to day-to-day operations. Team officials say the broader goal is to create a lively destination that draws people year-round and serves as a gathering place for the local community.
JE Dunn, which has worked in Nashville for more than three decades, will oversee construction. Sean Buck, senior vice president and Nashville office leader for the firm, said the company is eager to take on the high-profile project.
"For more than 30 years, JE Dunn has helped build projects that support Nashville's growth," Buck said. "Bridgestone Arena is an iconic fixture of this city and we are honored to build on our longstanding relationship with the Nashville Predators."
The selection of a construction manager is a key milestone for a project of this scale, signaling that the arena's ownership and operators are preparing for physical work to begin. The renovation is expected to unfold over multiple years, though a detailed timeline has not been released.
As part of the Broadway 2030 initiative, the team is also soliciting public input on what the renovated arena should include. Officials say community feedback will directly inform design choices and help shape the venue's future. Residents can submit ideas at Broadway2030.com.
The project comes as Nashville continues to experience rapid growth and as downtown's sports and entertainment district remains a major economic driver for the region. For a city grappling with the pressures of expansion, the arena renovation is poised to reshape one of its most recognizable landmarks and the surrounding Broadway corridor for years to come.