KFC Yum! Center’s 15th Anniversary Brings Major Roof Replacement and Launch of Long-Term Strategic Planning

 

Major Roof Replacement Underway

• A $13.6 million capital investment is being made this fall.
• Project includes full replacement of the original 250,000 sq. ft. roof.
• Roof replacement began August 4, 2025, and is expected to be completed by December 2025.
• The new roof will carry a 30-year warranty for long-term durability.
• Work is strategically scheduled to avoid disruptions to events.
• As the KFC Yum! Center celebrates its 15th anniversary this October, the roof replacement is part of a larger initiative to reimagine and further enhance the arena. 

 

Long-Term Strategic Planning & Enhancements

• Over the next 15 years, $100 million+ in additional capital improvement projects are envisioned

Project Partners

• Deer Park Roofing, a Louisville-based company, was selected through a competitive RFP process to lead the roof project.
• ASM Global and the Louisville Arena Authority (LAA) are coordinating closely to manage construction and long-term planning.

 

Ongoing Arena Operations

• The KFC Yum! Center remains fully operational during construction.
• No disruptions expected for concerts, University of Louisville athletics, or other scheduled events.

 

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