Denver NWSL announces 14,500-seat stadium at Santa Fe Yards which is set to open in 2028

Denver NWSL ownership group announced plans to build a 14,500-seat stadium at Santa Fe Yards, located at Broadway and Interstate 25. It will be the first purpose-built sports and entertainment district built for professional women’s sports in Colorado. The stadium is set to open in the spring of 2028 and as per ESPN, the plans are being developed in collaboration with architectural firm Populous.

“This will be the largest overall investment in a women’s professional sports team in history. We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to leverage this massive private investment to revitalize and transform Santa Fe Yards into a new hub of thriving community activity, a place for outdoor recreation, restaurants, retail, and for building connections with our community,” said Denver NWSL controlling owner Rob Cohen.

As per the club’s statement, the 14-acre redevelopment at Santa Fe Yards will not just feature a professional women’s soccer stadium but also a 3.5-acre recreational park and a mixed use area for future development.

“It’s only fitting that the hottest ticket in town will be making its home on Broadway,” said Mayor Mike Johnston about the project. “This project at Santa Fe Yards will transform an underutilized eyesore into a recreational and economic hub where memories are made, culture is built, and championships are won.”

While the current NWSL season has just started, Denver NWSL was founded as an expansion team in January 2025 which means the team will compete in the NWSL starting from the 2026 season.