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3 Big Enhancements Coming To Amalie Arena This Hockey Season

Author Jen Glorioso

Ahhh hockey season, aka the best season, is about to kick off. Although there’s one major component missing from the Tampa Bay Lightning this year, the team has announced a few big enhancements coming to Amalie Arena in the 2024-2025 season. “These new arena enhancements are designed to elevate the experience for everyone who visits, from the moment they step onto Ford Thunder Alley to their time inside the arena,” says VSG & Lightning CEO Steve Griggs.

You probably heard about the new digital signage being worked on the exterior of Amalie on the corner of Thunder Alley. The $6.5 MILLION digital video wall will feature cutting-edge LED lights with 3D capabilities. The new special digital kiosks will also border the sidewalk on Channelside Dr.—so when the Lightning score a goal, even the folks walking around outside will know it.

New Enhancements Coming To Amalie Arena

One thing we always look forward to every hockey season is the new foods inside the arena. Even though we’ll never forgive them for taking away Portillo’s, fans can now try items from local restaurants in the new Market on Four food hall! This vibrant new food hall that brings together five iconic local eateries under one roof including: King of the Coop, Bavaro’s, Malio’s, Zukku Sushi and Bake’n Babes. The new food hall will be open 90 minutes prior to puck drop and extending service for an additional hour after a Lightning game.

The new digital sign isn’t the only change coming to Thunder Alley. Pregame is going up a level with new and improved Corona Bolts Bay. This space will feature a shipping container concept with a relaxed, low-key beach vibe and happy hour pricing up to half off, making it the perfect pregame spot for Lightning fans.

Not only is the club level getting a sweet upgrade with new carpet, TV’s, kiosks, and more. But the Lightning have also announced the new and improved party deck aka the RIPA Rooftop. This is open to all fans and will feature new seating, TV’s, and absolutely STUNNING views of Tampa Bay.

Jen was born and raised in the Tampa Bay area. She’s been with Beasley Media Group since 2022. In her spare time, you can find her at Tampa Bay Lightning games, Tampa Bay breweries, or the beach. Catch up on Jen’s content about the highest-rated restaurants/bars in Tampa, things-to-do around the area, and upcoming concerts.

7 Steven Stamkos Highlights And Memories We'll Always Cherish

  • Draft Day

    June 20, 2008 was a day to remember in Lightning history. Although it wasn’t the first time Stamkos was drafted first overall, as he was also taken first overall by the Sarnia Sting in the OHL draft. But this was the start of everything for Lightning fans, a breath of fresh air when we needed it the most.

    OTTAWA, ON - JUNE 20: First overall pick, Steven Stamkos of the Tampa Bay Lightning is interviewed during the 2008 NHL Entry Draft at Scotiabank Place on June 20, 2008 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Richard Wolowicz/Getty Images)

    OTTAWA, ON – JUNE 20: First overall pick, Steven Stamkos of the Tampa Bay Lightning is interviewed during the 2008 NHL Entry Draft at Scotiabank Place on June 20, 2008 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Richard Wolowicz/Getty Images)

     

  • Coming Back From Broken Leg

    This just proves what a warrior Steven Stamkos is. Stamkos broke his tibia in this game against Boston in 2014 and still was trying to stand up. His return to the ice as our new captain after this injury still gives me chills.

  • 50 Goal Season

    In the 2009-2010 season Steven Stamkos became the 3rd youngest player in league history to score at least 50 goals in a season. This earned him the Rocket Richard trophy.

  • Warrior On The Ice

    Another playoff memory that’s forever etched in Lightning fan’s brains is the 90 mph slap shot to the face Stammer took back in the Game 7 of the ECF against Boston. A shot deflected from St. Louis and hit Stamkos directly in the face. Just after 5 minutes of clean up, Stamkos returned to the ice in a full cage, just showing how tough he is.

  • 1 Shot 1 Goal in the 2020 Stanley Cup Final

    Who could forget Stamkos’ iconic goal in the 2020 SCF against Dallas. Stamkos had less than 5 shifts on ice and under 9 minutes in playing time that game. But all it took was 1 shot and 1 goal to change momentum of the series.

  • 500th Goal/Carter Stamkos

    Not sure who we’ll miss more, Steven or future Lightning captain, Carter Stamkos. We’ll miss his cutest moments like driving the zamboni or stealing the show at his dad’s 500th goal celebration

  • Boat Parades

    Every great memory surrounding Stamkos can be summed up with the back-to-back boat parades. One of my favorite moments will always be Stamkos lifting the cup on Alex Killorn’s jet ski, his speech to the fans at Raymond James, and watching him lift the cup on home ice.

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