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What's happening with all the new Las Vegas projects? Where is the high speed rail, the new baseball stadium, and Tilman Fertitta's resort on the Strip?
Many Sin City projects fail, so we're updating you on these projects and more.
Las Vegas is experiencing a wave of major development projects that promise to reshape both its skyline and transportation options over the next several years. Two of the most significant efforts involve the construction of a new Major League Baseball stadium and the creation of a high-speed rail connection to Southern California.
The Oakland Athletics officially broke ground on their future Las Vegas ballpark on the former Tropicana site in June 2025. The $1.75 billion dome-style stadium will feature seating for about 33,000 fans, large windows overlooking the Strip, and an enclosed roof with under-seat cooling systems. Construction is expected to begin in earnest in spring 2025, with completion targeted for early 2028, in time for the MLB season. While the project marks a major milestone for Las Vegas sports, financing challenges persist, as less than half of the necessary funds have been secured, and total costs could approach $2 billion.
Meanwhile, work continues on Brightline West, the long-anticipated high-speed rail line linking Las Vegas with Rancho Cucamonga, California. The 218-mile route along the I-15 corridor is designed for electric trains capable of reaching 200 miles per hour, cutting travel time to just over two hours. Fieldwork such as soil studies and site analysis is largely complete, and heavy construction is scheduled to ramp up in 2026. The service is now expected to begin carrying passengers in late 2028.
Together, these projects illustrate the city’s continuing evolution into a modern sports and entertainment hub with improved regional connectivity. By the end of the decade, visitors may be able to ride a high-speed train into Las Vegas and step directly into a state-of-the-art stadium to watch the city’s first Major League Baseball team.
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