Today, enormous, state-of-the-art arenas and stadiums are constructed across the world to host these events. We are currently seeing a resurgence of stadium and arena renovations right here in Birmingham — innovative features on these structures are becoming crucial, as the competition for hosting rights increases each year. Now the question becomes: If these structures are built, will these regional and national events (along with their spectators) come? Let’s look at a brief history of these structures, as well as where they’re headed to find the answer.