BJCC Legacy Arena To Close For Renovations In April

BIRMINGHAM, AL — The Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex Legacy Arena will close April 2 for renovations, the organization announced Wednesday. The 18- month renovation is scheduled to begin after the Bassmasters Classic event is held at the arena in March.

The BJCC announced that interior renovations will include structural and non-structural work and, in some cases, the complete replacement of components. Exterior renovations will include modifications and alterations to the building envelope and loading docks as well as sitework, landscaping and hardscaping.

“We are excited to have the opportunity to re-imagine Legacy Arena to better align with the expectations of today’s patrons and our business partners.” said Tad Snider, Executive Director and CEO, BJCC Authority. “The remodel of Legacy Arena is happening in conjunction with a huge period of growth in our city. There’s so much activity and progress happening in and around Birmingham. The BJCC is proud to be part of it.”

A pre-bid conference for prequalified contractors will be held January 30th in the Forum Building. Bids will be received on February 20th. Bidders will be required to make a good faith effort to include minority business enterprise and disadvantaged business enterprise companies in the execution of the project.

While Legacy Arena is closed for renovations, BJCC concert hall, exhibit halls, hotels and restaurants in the Uptown entertainment district will remain open.

The BJCC exhibition space will host Cottontails Arts & Crafts, Gun Shows, Birmingham Home Show, Birmingham RV Show, Christmas Village, conferences, conventions and more.

The BJCC received unanimous approval in December from the Birmingham Design Review Committee on the proposed designs and construction materials to be utilized on the building exterior for the upcoming renovation.