KU celebrates Kansas Memorial Stadium, Gateway District milestone

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KCTV) - The University of Kansas football program celebrates a milestone moment.

The stadium and Gateway District project.

The university shared video of crews hanging and installing the final light of the first phase Wednesday.

In addition to world-class stadium renovations, the project will include the development of multi-use facilities to be used throughout the year to generate revenue for academic programming and student success.

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They’ll include a mix of amenities that boost economic development in the area such as arts and entertaining, dining, retail, office spaces and lodging.

KU football already played home games at Children’s Mercy Park. The remainder of the season’s home games will be played at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

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Construction on the new stadium is expected to be complete by August 2025.

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