ARCO is thrilled to announce that construction is officially underway for the Live Nation Riverside Amphitheater in Riverside, Missouri. Alongside community members and partners, we broke ground on what will soon become a 16,000-capacity venue set to be a cornerstone for music and entertainment in Kansas City.
About the Project
This state-of-the-art, 16,000-seat outdoor venue is set to open in 2026 and will host up to 40 major concerts each year, featuring top artists from around the world. Located on a 165-acre, levee-protected site, the amphitheater will offer an exceptional concert experience with fixed seating under a 100,000-square-foot canopy and an earth-retained auditorium bowl designed for both acoustics and comfort.
Beyond entertainment, the venue will serve as a community hub, featuring 13 auxiliary buildings including a VIP Club, Concession Village, speed bars and box office facilities. With 6,000 parking spaces, 10 dock positions and 40 trailer and artist tour bus parking spaces, the site will also ensure efficient access for artists, crews and fans alike. ARCO is overseeing complete venue construction, site improvements, from custom lighting and irrigation to stadium-style parking light poles and a CCTV system. For more project details, click here.
About the Team
Key project leadership is provided by ARCO Construction Vice President Matt Sander and Senior Project Manager Adam Meyer. Live Nation’s in-house Blueprint Studios conceptualized the amphitheater’s unique design, alongside local architecture firm Generator Studio. Together with skilled local site management from ARCO and labor from our dedicated subcontractors, we’re committed to creating a one-of-a-kind music destination.
About the Community Impact
This project promises a substantial boost to Riverside’s economy, generating $250 million in economic impact and over 1,000 construction jobs. Once operational, Riverside Amphitheater will support more than 500 permanent positions and contribute $70 million in economic impact to local businesses annually.
Hosting 500,000 fans each year, the venue will serve as a gathering place for locals and visitors, offering a valuable opportunity for a local naming rights partner as it builds Riverside’s cultural and economic landscape.
We’re grateful to Live Nation for entrusting ARCO with this exciting project and extend our thanks to our hardworking subcontractors for their dedication. We look forward to creating a lasting space where music, community and culture thrive together.
Stay tuned for more updates as Riverside Amphitheater takes shape!
About ARCO
ARCO is a leader in the design-build industry, with more than 30 years of experience and offices in 45+ major markets. As the #4 design-build construction firm in the United States, ARCO offers the strength and presence of a national builder with the personalized attention of a small company. ARCO provides clients with complete, turnkey project delivery from site selection to building turnover. ARCO’s qualified team of engineers, project managers, superintendents and architects are capable of designing and building the most demanding projects anywhere in the country. ARCO Construction Company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, and can be visited at arcoconstruction.com and followed on LinkedIn at @arco-construction-company-inc-.
