How old is the Pepsi Center?
Groundbreaking for the arena began on November 20, 1997 and the arena opened October 1, 1999 with a sold-out concert performance by Celine Dion. The Nuggets first regular season home game was opening night of the 1999-2000 season on November 2, 1999 against the Phoenix Suns. The Nuggets defeated the Suns 107-102 in overtime. For more information on the Pepsi Center and its history and events, please visit www.PepsiCenter.com.