NEWS: Sports & Events Center Builder Claims Construction, Site Prep Are 20% Complete

Joint effort between the City of Williamsburg, James City County and York County and is planned to open in 2026

Construction of the Greater Williamsburg Sports and Events Center. This week, the local authority managing the project received key updates from contractors. (Photo Credit: George Arbogust)

This week, the Executive Board of the Historic Triangle Recreational Facilities Authority (HTRFA)received updates from both the builder and facility operator of the Greater Williamsburg Sports and Events Center. The facility is a joint effort between the City of Williamsburg, James City County and York County and is planned to open in 2026.

Building Construction Update

A memo written by building contractor MEB and published on the City of Williamsburg website reports that site preparation and building construction of the Greater Williamsburg Sports and Events Center are both 20% completed. According to the company, more major milestones are planned to begin this month, such as underground rough-in for things like electrical cables and plumbing pipes as well as installing the roof deck.