What happened to American Airlines Arena?

What happened to American Airlines Arena?

Miami Heat’s arena removed the American Airlines Arena signs and letters as they transitioned to the FTX Arena on June 1, 2021.

What is the new name of the AAA in Miami?

FTX
AmericanAirlines Arena at 5 p.m. on Friday officially became FTX Arena, with the home of the Miami Heat now named for the cryptocurrency exchange.

Where is the FTX Arena located?

Downtown Miami
Miami’s FTX Arena is an international, versatile venue in a vibrant waterfront setting that showcases world-class and sophisticated events. Located in Downtown Miami on the waterfront of Biscayne Bay, the Arena is positioned between the skyline of the city, the beautiful beaches and the nightlife of South Beach.

What is the AAA Arena called now?

FTX Arena
MIAMI (WSVN) – The American Airlines Arena will now have a new name: FTX Arena. The County Commission approved a 19-year partnership with FTX to rename the home of the Miami Heat to FTX Arena.

Why is American Airlines Arena now called FTX?

The name change will be a first for the Biscayne Boulevard building, which has been named the AmericanAirlines Arena since opening its doors in 1999. Miami-Dade commissioners signed off in March on a naming rights deal with cryptocurrency exchange FTX. The 19-year deal is worth $135 million.

Can you bring a purse in the FTX Arena?

For the safety of our guests, FTX Arena does not permit certain items into the Arena. Prohibited items include: Bags, purses, backpacks, briefcases, duffle bags larger than 10” x 6”. For expedited entry into the building, we encourage fans not to bring a bag.

Is American Airlines Arena Changing name?

The home of the Miami Heat officially became the FTX Arena on Friday. The name change will be a first for the Biscayne Boulevard building, which has been named the AmericanAirlines Arena since opening its doors in 1999.

Why did they change American Airlines Arena to FTX?

The county approved the proposal, sponsored by Commissioner Keon Hardemon, to invest $90 million in net revenues from the partnership to go towards programs to reduce gun violence and to “expand economic prosperity for Miami-Dade residents.”

Who plays at the FTX Arena?

Miami HeatFTX Arena / Team