LEXINGTON, Ky. — Rupp Arena is the number 33 ranked arena in the U.S. and 57 worldwide, based on tickets sold to non-sporting events for 2023. Rupp finished ahead of arenas in major markets, including San Francisco, Cincinnati, Louisville, Denver and more, moving up 14 spots nationally in just one year. This achievement highlights the dedication and exceptional efforts of the Oak View Group team downtown and the market’s viability to attract top touring artists.
Acknowledged as the most credible source for industry and box office data, Pollstar evaluates arenas nationwide on attendance, ticket sales, and overall event experience. The inclusion at such a high rank applauds Rupp Arena’s established status as a premier destination for live entertainment and sports.
The end of the year is always a time for reflection. The OVG360 staff at Rupp Arena are pleased to report that 2023 was a record-breaking year with the most ticketed events in Rupp Arena history (surpassing the previous record in 1980)! These events included notable sellout shows of Journey, Kane Brown, Lizzo, Kenny Chesney, Lil Wayne, Guns N’ Roses, Brooks & Dunn, Parker McCollum, Jonas Brothers, A Boogie Wit da Hoodie, Jelly Roll, Eagles, Jack Harlow, and two back-to-back nights of Tyler Childers. Simply put, 2023 has been the busiest year in Rupp Arena history!
“We would like to thank our Oak View Group and Live Nation Arena partners, promoters, agents, and artists who we had the pleasure of working alongside this year,” said OVG360’s Trevor Chesler, Director of Booking.
“This recognition is a true testament to our outstanding team who puts in the work. We cannot wait to see where we go from here as we look to create more Positive DisRUPPtions in 2024!”
As we celebrate this important milestone, Rupp Arena remains motivated to continue providing excellent entertainment experiences throughout 2024, hosting various events. Upcoming event details and ticket links can be found at www.rupparena.com
