Bold New Oceanfront Entertainment Venue “The Dome” Set for Construction Completion Spring 2025

The latest addition to the Virginia Beach community’s entertainment landscape, The Dome, is progressing to final stages of construction as part of the greater Atlantic Park project and set to open in spring 2025. Owned by the City of Virginia Beach and operated in partnership with Live Nation, The Dome is expected to host about 100 events per year.

The Dome will honor its storied legacy while making waves as an iconic entertainment epicenter.

“The Dome will quickly become a go-to destination for music, comedy, and special events, all while paying homage to the legacy of the original Dome — a celebrated home for jazz, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll,” said Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer. 

What to Expect Next

Virginia Beach residents can expect to start to see announcements about the top touring artists that will visit the state-of-the-art venue. Additional details about the venue and the first show to play at the Dome will be announced in the coming weeks.   

Seating Capacity 

The venue’s flexible design will allow for a variety of shows and events. The general audience capacity of the music hall is 3,500, with an optional seated capacity of 2,400. When opening the doors to the outside viewing area, the capacity increases by 1,500.   

Focused on the Fan Experience 

• The music hall’s giant sliding doors offer a unique capability to transform the venue into an expansive outdoor space overlooking Atlantic Park. 
• A number of lounges and premium options will offer fans the opportunity to experience the Dome from a unique vantage point, including a second-story VIP lounge with an outdoor terrace and an exclusive balcony with unparalleled sightlines. 
• The Dome is part of a walkable entertainment district and offers easy access by public transportation. 

Designed With the Artist in Mind 

• Artists will have a dedicated artist wing and lounge that includes eight private dressing rooms.
• The venue boasts cutting-edge, customizable technology and design specially curated for artist efficiency and comfort.

The Dome Will Contribute to the Economic Vibrancy of Virginia Beach 

• The Dome will bring an incredible amount of foot traffic to the Virginia Beach Oceanfront as concert fans can visit the shops and restaurants in the area. 
• To support the venue, Live Nation will create more than 200 permanent jobs with base pay starting at $20/hour for all staff. 
• Hiring fairs for the new venue will be held in early spring 2025.

More details about The Dome will be shared at TheDomeVB.com. Stay up to date with the greater Atlantic Park project completion and related venue grand opening events via VirginiaBeach.gov/AtlanticParkVB.