The Stories of Abandoned and Demolished Sports Stadiums

San Diego Stadium, also known as Qualcomm Stadium, was a multi-purpose venue that closed in 2020 and was recently demolished.

Turner Field in Atlanta was built for the Olympics in 1996 and later converted into the Atlanta Braves ballpark. It was replaced by the new Truist Park in 2017.

The Metrodome in Minneapolis was a multi-purpose stadium known for its collapsed roof. It was demolished in 2013 and replaced by U.S. Bank Stadium.

Candlestick Park in San Francisco was a baseball stadium with multiple seating expansions. It served as the home of the San Francisco Giants and the San Francisco 49ers. It was demolished in 2015.

The Georgia Dome in Atlanta was a domed stadium that hosted the Atlanta Falcons and other events. It was replaced by Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2017.

Why were these stadiums abandoned and demolished?

—These stadiums were abandoned when the teams that played in them either moved to new venues or relocated to different cities. The stadiums were then demolished to make way for new developments or to repurpose the land.

What happened to the teams that played in these stadiums?

—The teams that played in these stadiums either moved to new stadiums within the same city or relocated to different cities. Some teams built brand new stadiums, while others shared existing venues or moved into temporary facilities.

Are there any plans to reuse these stadiums?

—In some cases, the land that was once occupied by these stadiums has been repurposed for new developments, such as parks, residential areas, or commercial spaces. However, in other cases, the stadiums have remained vacant or have been used for other events or sports, such as college football or soccer.

What are some memorable moments from these stadiums?

—These stadiums have hosted numerous memorable moments in sports history, such as championship games, record-breaking performances, and iconic plays. Each stadium has its own unique history and moments that are cherished by fans and players.

What are some current examples of abandoned stadiums?

—Some current examples of abandoned stadiums include the Oakland Coliseum in Oakland, California, which is no longer used for Major League Baseball; the Pontiac Silverdome in Pontiac, Michigan, which has fallen into disrepair; and the Astrodome in Houston, Texas, which is currently undergoing renovation.

00:00This video explores recent stadiums that have been abandoned and demolished.

02:19San Diego Stadium, also known as Qualcomm Stadium, was a multi-purpose venue that closed in 2020 and was recently demolished.

05:09Turner Field in Atlanta was built for the Olympics in 1996 and later converted into the Atlanta Braves ballpark. It was replaced by the new Truist Park in 2017.

06:51The Metrodome in Minneapolis was a multi-purpose stadium known for its collapsed roof. It was demolished in 2013 and replaced by U.S. Bank Stadium.

08:49Candlestick Park in San Francisco was a baseball stadium with multiple seating expansions. It served as the home of the San Francisco Giants and the San Francisco 49ers. It was demolished in 2015.

11:59The Georgia Dome in Atlanta was a domed stadium that hosted the Atlanta Falcons and other events. It was replaced by Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2017.