Allstate Arena facts for kids
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Allstate Arena in 2025
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 Allstate Arena
Location in Illinois
Allstate Arena
Location in the United States
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| Former names | Rosemont Horizon (1980–1999) |
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| Address | 6920 North Mannheim Road |
| Location | Rosemont, Illinois, U.S. |
| Coordinates | 42°0′19″N 87°53′16″W / 42.00528°N 87.88778°W |
| Owner | Village of Rosemont |
| Capacity | Concert: 18,500 - 22,000 Basketball: 17,500 Ice hockey: 16,692 Arena football: 16,143 |
| Surface | Multi-surface |
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| Broke ground | September 12, 1978 |
| Opened | May 11, 1980 |
| Construction cost | $20 million |
| Architect | Anthony M. Rossi Architects |
| General contractor | Degen & Rosato Construction Co. |
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| Chicago Wolves (AHL) (1994–present) Chicago Horizons (MISL) (1980–1981) DePaul Blue Demons men's basketball (NCAA D-1) (1980–2017) Chicago Sting (MISL) (1984–1988) Chicago Bruisers (AFL) (1987–1989) Loyola Ramblers men's basketball (NCAA D-1) (1989–1994) Chicago Power (NPSL/AISA) (1988–1996) Chicago Express (WBL) (1988) Chicago Skyliners (ABA) (2000–2001) Chicago Rush (AFL) (2001–2013) Chicago Sky (WNBA) (2010–2017) Northwestern Wildcats men's basketball (NCAA D-1) (2017–2018) |
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The Allstate Arena is a large building in Rosemont, Illinois, United States. It's a place where many different events happen, like sports games and concerts. The arena is located northwest of Chicago, near O'Hare International Airport.
It first opened in 1980 and was called the Rosemont Horizon. The arena can hold about 17,500 people for basketball games and 16,692 for ice hockey. Today, it is the home of the Chicago Wolves, an American Hockey League (AHL) team. Many other professional and college teams have also played here, including the DePaul Blue Demons for many years.
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History of Allstate Arena
The Village of Rosemont helped pay for the arena's construction. They made special agreements with different companies to help run the new building.
During its construction, in August 1979, a part of the roof collapsed. This was a serious accident that caused delays. The arena was designed with a special timber roof. This roof helps to block out the noise from airplanes flying to and from nearby O'Hare International Airport.
The first big event at the arena was a concert by the band Fleetwood Mac in May 1980. The arena was also featured in music videos, like "Big City Nights" by the band Scorpions in 1985.
In June 1999, an insurance company called Allstate made a deal to put their name on the arena. They paid over $10 million for the naming rights and to help update the building. That's how the Rosemont Horizon became the Allstate Arena.
In December 2003, the basketball court at the arena was named "Ray and Marge Meyer Court." This was to honor Basketball Hall of Famer Ray Meyer and his wife. Ray Meyer coached the DePaul men's basketball team for 42 seasons. He is the team's winningest coach.
Exciting Events at Allstate Arena
The Allstate Arena has hosted many different kinds of events over the years. From thrilling sports matches to popular concerts, there's always something happening.
Sports Events and Teams
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The Chicago Wolves hockey team has played at the Allstate Arena since 1994. They are a big part of the arena's sports history.
The arena was also the home court for the DePaul University men's basketball team until 2017. The arena has hosted the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament three times. These included games in 1987, 1993, and 2005.
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Arena Football League teams have also played here. The Chicago Bruisers were one of the first teams in the league in 1987. They even hosted ArenaBowl II in Rosemont. Later, the Chicago Rush played at the arena from 2001 to 2013. They often had large crowds of fans.
In October 2008, the Allstate Arena hosted UFC 90. This was the first Ultimate Fighting Championship event in Illinois. The Professional Bull Riders have also brought their exciting tour to the arena many times since 2006.
The arena is famous for creating a special "Chicago-style" track for monster truck racing. The Chicago Sky of the WNBA also played their home games here from 2010 to 2017.
The Loyola Ramblers men's basketball team played at the arena from 1989 to 1994. After DePaul left in 2017, Northwestern University temporarily played their home games here for the 2017–2018 season.
Championships and Playoff Games
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The Allstate Arena has been the site of many important championship and playoff games. These include:
- AFL ArenaBowl II
- AHL Calder Cup Finals in 2002, 2005, 2008, 2019, and 2022.
- IHL Turner Cup Finals in 1999–2000 and 2000–2001.
- WNBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals and Finals.
Professional Wrestling Events
The Allstate Arena is a very important place for WWE wrestling events in Chicago. Many famous wrestlers like Hulk Hogan, The Rock, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, and John Cena have performed here.
The arena is one of only two venues to host WrestleMania three times. These were WrestleMania 2 in 1986, WrestleMania 13 in 1997, and WrestleMania 22 in 2006. It has also hosted many other major WWE events, including Survivor Series, Money in the Bank, and Extreme Rules.
Before WWE, the arena also hosted events for the American Wrestling Association (AWA) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in the 1980s and 1990s.
Concerts and Live Shows
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Many famous music artists and bands have performed at the Allstate Arena. Some of these include The Rolling Stones, U2, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift, BTS, Blackpink, Ariana Grande, and Queen.
The band Styx recorded their live album Return To Paradise at the arena in 1996. Comedian Gabriel Iglesias also filmed his Netflix special, I'm Sorry for What I Said When I Was Hungry, here in 2016.
Political Rallies
The arena has also been used for important political events. In November 1984, Ronald Reagan and George H. W. Bush held a campaign rally there. This was just before the 1984 United States presidential election.
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George H. W. Bush and Ronald Reagan holding a 1984 campaign rally in the arena
See also
In Spanish: Allstate Arena para niños
