The Name + Partnership For Regions Arena Were Unveiled On April 7, 2026. — The name + partnership for Regions Arena were unveiled on April 7, 2026. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

Downtown was abuzz with excitement this afternoon as Mobilians gathered at the construction site of the arena to hear the name + sponsor of the all-new arena in District 2.

“This is what it looks like when a city bets on itself. Arts and entertainment, they’re not extra; they are essential.”
Lenise Ligon, Fox10 News Anchor + host of naming ceremony

Here’s a quick run-down:

Arena location: 401 Civic Center Dr. Mobile, AL 36602
When it’ll be open: Early 2027
What it will host:
- Live performances + concerts
- Sporting events
- Large-scale programming
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Keep reading to learn more about what the name unveiling ceremony featured!

A partnership with deep roots

Mayor Spiro Cheriogotis proudly announced the name of the new arena, along with everything this new structure represents for the city of Mobile. This highly anticipated project will be named after the partnership that helped create it: Regions Arena. This ceremony also reminded Mobile + future tourists that it is about more than the name; it is about what is being built to foster the community.

Mobile'S Mayor + Ceremony Speakers Pose In Front Of Regions Arena At The Name + Partnership Unveiling On April 7, 2026. — Mobile’s mayor + ceremony speakers pose in front of Regions Arena at the name + partnership unveiling on April 7, 2026. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

Regions Bank has been a part of Mobile’s community for over a century, with deep roots in Alabama. Bruner Binion, Regions’ market president, expressed gratitude and excitement about this partnership, stating that Regions goes beyond banking — they are supporting economic progress + community development.

Regions Bank is also partnered with Regions Field, located in Birmingham, Alabama.

Something for everyone

Defined as one of the most transformative projects Mobile has ever taken on, there are promises that the Regions Arena will offer entertainment for everyone from Mardi Gras balls to live music to Mobile’s own minor league hockey team.

The Regions Arena is situated in the heart of the city, as stated by District 2’s city councilwoman, Samantha Ingram. By strengthening the heart, you help the entire system feel the impact.

“[The arena will be] a direct boost to our city’s economy, with an estimated 400,000 visitors annually, which will drive tourism — increasing hotel occupancy, strengthening our restaurants + creating consistent foot traffic in our areas to support our local businesses. This also opens the door for expanded employment opportunities, creating pathways for our residents to participate in + benefit from this growth, both culturally + financially.”
Samantha Ingram, District 2 Councilwoman

Sarah Simmons At The Name + Partnership Unveiling Of The Regions Arena. — Sarah Simmons at the name + partnership unveiling of the Regions Arena. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

Img 9611 Alabama, Mobile, Regions Bank — Sarah Simmons at the name + partnership unveiling of the Regions Arena. (Ella Walton / The Bama Buzz)

The Oak View Group will be managing this arena, but Peter Luukko emphasized the importance of the arena belonging to the people of Mobile. LiveNation will be involved with the concerts + touring shows scheduled at Regions Arena. Since they will call this arena their home, there will be a name unveiling for the new minor league hockey team in June!