Spring 2029
Open: Spring 2029 Get ready for the future Austin! Check back for renderings of our future space.
December 2025
December 2025 Construction of the diaphragm wall is complete, which will be reinforced concrete support for the new Convention Center.
Oct 2025
October 2025 Schematic design work complete. Through 2028Design work continues, along with continued community engagement.
Sept 2025
September 2025 Structural demolition is 100% complete.
July 2025
July 2025 City Council approved additional project authorizations.
June 2025
June 2025 Excavation is underway and will continue through 2026.
Apr 2025
April 2025 The previous Convention Center closed its doors but continues to hold events in other locations.
2023
2023 City Council approved Design and Construction contracts.
2015-2021
2015 to 2021 Years of community engagement, in-depth studies, and a dedicated taskforce. 2019 Hotel Occupancy Tax Funding increase was approved.