The Las Vegas skyline is very quickly being transformed. With the arrival of Major League Baseball’s Athletics in 2028, their new ballpark is very much taking shape. The A’s will move into Las Vegas for the 2028 season, with the team currently playing in Sacramento, CaliforniatalkSPORTThe $2.1 billion venue is located at the southeast corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue on the famous Sin City Strip.Ground broke on the 33,000-seat ball park back in June 2025, and now, the third roof arch – the tallest of the five total that will top the ballpark – has now been completely installed. This truss, in particular, will peak at 290 feet over the playing field, and weights approximately 500,000 pounds, with the completed arch spanning around 700 feet. To really visualise this, when scaled by the length of the average baseball bat, equates to 105 bats balanced one on top of the other, making it the tallest in the MLB. According to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the remaining two roof trusses will be installed over the next few months, with a topping-out ceremony planned to occur sometime early next year.“This ballpark is going up extremely quickly and is quickly cementing itself as part of the Las Vegas skyline,” FOX5 Sports’ Mariah Janos reported on October 7. “… Their pride and joy will be the ceiling, the roofing. … They cannot wait to be a part of it [Vegas skyline]. The new design will be a stark contrast to their former – and outdated – home of Oakland Coliseum, which the team vacated in 2024 following Vegas’ acquisition of the team. “They have thought of absolutely everything when it comes to this park…,” Janos continued. “They have built this experience out so that whether you’re sitting in your seats or going and grabbing a hot dog, you are constantly immersed in the game, and you won’t miss a thing. “It’s 360 degrees on the main concourse and the lower concourse to ensure that fans are always part of the game. They are also working to incorporate frictionless technology so that when it comes to the concessions there is a seamless process there for fans as well. “On top of it, this is supposed to be a 365-day venue. So it’s not just for the baseball games that will be played here,” she added. The third of five trusses that will hold the A’s new ballpark together was fully installed on October 7talkSPORTThe third truss – the tallest – peaks at 290 feet above the playing fieldtalkSPORT“The Athletics are working closely with the LVCVA (Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority) to ensure that other events that come into town that we know and love here in Las Vegas that have become staples can take place right here in the ballpark. “This is just the beginning.”A’s announce hospitality option sell-outDespite the A’s not moving into their new ballpark until the proposed date of February 2028, they have already sold out their premium hospitality experience titled ‘The Athletic Club’ 17 months before they are due to move in. The A’s also announced that approximately 76 percent their buyers are from Southern Nevada. This signals to them that they are building a local fan base despite having yet to take their first pitch in the state. “What stands out most about the response to the Athletic Club is not just that it sold out, but also who is buying it,” Marc Badain, president of the Athletics, said.“Three out of every four buyers are from Southern Nevada, and nearly 70% are individuals rather than businesses. The Athletics’ new Vegas site will be part of a huge entertainment complex on the famous StripBally's CorporationThe A’s recently announced that their premium hospitality package behind home plate called The Athletic Club has sold outBjarke Ingels Group: BIGHospitality seating will offer fans a unique MLB experience in VegasBjarke Ingels Group: BIG“That tells us something important about the future of the A’s in Las Vegas – our fanbase is already taking shape and there’s real excitement in the community about what’s to come.”The Athletic Club’s premier experience is situated behind home plate, and offers its own private entrance, with its design paying homage to the franchise’s rich history by adopting a Speak Easy-style look. “Excellence comes through thousands of little details executed perfectly,” restaurateur Will Guidara said. “That’s how we’re approaching the design of every square inch of this ballpark. And I cannot wait for people to walk in and breathe life into what we’ve built.”Aramark’s Alicia Wonzicki added, “The enthusiasm for The Athletic Club validates what we’ve seen across sports and entertainment: fans are looking for experiences that feel more personal and immersive.“In partnership with the A’s and Will Guidara, we’re creating hospitality that is intentional, personalized, and centered around connection.“The Athletic Club reflects our shared commitment to elevating the fan experience through memorable moments, exceptional service, and a sense of belonging that extends beyond the game itself.”