Left for dead, Oakland Arena has become a pop music mecca

Ariana Grande’s June 6 performance will be her first stadium show since 2019, following her “Eternal Sunshine” tour momentum and two “Wicked” films. She chose Oakland Arena, a 19,200-capacity venue previously viewed as abandoned, for three shows that sold out immediately and are priced above $1,000 on secondary markets. Olivia Rodrigo is also booked for two sold-out Oakland Arena dates in mid-December. Oakland Arena expects major acts across 2026, including Kacey Musgraves, Billy Strings, Rosalia, J. Cole, Aespa, and Katseye, after major league teams left and naming rights changed.

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