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Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game First to Host Games on Back-to-Back Days
2012 season will feature first-ever opening with marquee games on consecutive days at one venue.
c21 President Sharon Goldmacher Named Executive Director of the Atlanta Local Organizing Committee
Goldmacher, c21 team will lead the local effort for the 2013 NCAA® Men’s Final Four®
Alabama Will Face Virginia Tech to Open the 2013 College Football Season in the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game
SEC and ACC powers set for rematch of their 2009 showdown of No. 5 vs. No. 7
Georgia State Football Opener vs. Clark Atlanta Moved to Sept. 2
Georgia State’s 2011 football season opener against Clark Atlanta will be played Friday night, Sept. 2 at the Georgia Dome.
Georgia Dome to Install New FieldTurf Prior to the 2011 Season
The Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA), which includes the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC), Georgia Dome and Centennial Olympic Park, will be busy March 31-April 3 with several large events on campus and at neighboring facilities. These events will draw over 100 thousand attendees to the campus.
Georgia World Congress Center Authority Campus BUSY This Weekend
The Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA), which includes the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC), Georgia Dome and Centennial Olympic Park, will be busy March 31-April 3 with several large events on campus and at neighboring facilities. These events will draw over 100 thousand attendees to the campus.
Morris, Manning and Martin’s John Yates to Head Atlanta Basketball Host Committee
NCAA® Men’s Final Four® returns to Atlanta in 2013 for tournament’s 75th anniversary
GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER AUTHORITY PARTICIPATING IN EARTH HOUR

ATLANTA - (March 23, 2011) On Saturday, March 26th the Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA), which includes the Georgia World Congress Center, Georgia Dome and Centennial Olympic Park, will participate in Earth Hour.
THE SEC FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP WILL BE PLAYED AT THE GEORGIA DOME THROUGH 2017
ATLANTA – (February, 25, 2011) – The Southeastern Conference and the Georgia Dome have agreed to keep the SEC Football Championship in Atlanta through the 2017 season, announced today by SEC Commissioner Mike Slive.
FANS SHOULD EXPECT HEAVY TRAFFIC FOR THE AMA SUPERCROSS SATURDAY
ATLANTA – (February 24, 2011) The Georgia Dome will once again welcome the Monster Energy AMA Supercross to Atlanta this weekend and fans should anticipate traffic congestion around the Dome Saturday evening.
GWCCA RECEIVES OPEN-AIR STADIUM FEASIBILITY STUDY
ATLANTA - (February 22, 2011) The Georgia World Congress Center Authority received the results of a third commissioned study performed by Populous Architects regarding the feasibility of building an open-air stadium on the GWCCA campus and sustainability of the Georgia Dome for the next 20 years (links to all studies below). This study was approved and awarded to Populous by the Authority in August 2010.
NEW MATCH-UP FOR 2011 BANK OF AMERICA ATLANTA FOOTBALL CLASSIC
100 Black Men of Atlanta announced today the new match-up and sponsorship extension for the 2011 Bank of America Atlanta Football Classic, which will return to Atlanta for the 23rd year Sept. 24, 2011. For the first time in Classic history, the Florida A&M University Rattlers will take on the Southern University Jaguars, in a gridiron battle ripe with pageantry and pride. The Bank of America will extend its title sponsorship of this iconic event hosted and produced by the 100 Black Men of Atlanta, which it has supported for so many years.
FANS ENCOURAGED TO RIDE MARTA ON SATURDAY; REMINDER OF AUTHORIZED TICKET SOURCES FOR FALCONS' GAMES
Downtown Atlanta will be packed with numerous activities on Saturday, January 15, highlighted by the Falcons Divisional Playoff game vs. the Green Bay Packers in the Georgia Dome Saturday evening at 8:00 p.m.

In addition to the Falcons’ home playoff game the Georgia World Congress Center will be hosting the 49th Annual Atlanta Boat Show Jan. 13-16 in building C of the convention facility. Georgia’s largest boating event, offers novice and experienced boaters a place to gather under one roof for a rare opportunity to board and compare hundreds of boat brands and everything needed for outdoor fun.
GEORGIA DOME RESCHEDULES ADVANCE AUTO PARTS MONSTER JAM TO MAKE WAY FOR THE FALCONS’ NFL PLAYOFF GAME
The Georgia Dome and Feld Motor Sports, producer of the Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam, has rescheduled the annual event from Saturday, January 15 to Saturday, February 12 at 7:30 p.m. due to the Atlanta Falcons clinching home field advantage throughout the NFL playoffs with today’s win over the Carolina Panthers.
MEXICAN NATIONAL TEAM KICKS OFF 2011 U.S. TOUR THIS FEBRUARY IN ATLANTA, SQUAD BEGINS WORLD CUP CYCLE
MEXICO CITY & NEW YORK (Wednesday, December 22, 2010) – The ever-popular Mexican national soccer team will return to the Southeast this coming February to launch its 2011 U.S. Tour and new World Cup cycle, it was announced today by the Federación Mexicana de Fútbol (FMF) and Soccer United Marketing (SUM).
FALCONS OFFER GUIDANCE FOR PURCHASING TICKETS FROM SECONDARY MARKET
Flowery Branch, GA - (December 22, 2010) Because of the heightened demand for tickets to the final two regular season home games for the Falcons at the Georgia Dome, the club has advised the following suggested guidelines to avoid purchasing counterfeit tickets.
CUSTOMER SERVICE STATEMENT FOR INQUIRES REGARDING POSSIBLE DATE CHANGE FOR 2011 ADVANCE AUTO PARTS MONSTER JAM® AT THE GEORGIA DOME
GEORGIA DOME - (December 21, 2010) Thank you for your inquiry. At this time, should the Georgia Dome host the play offs with the Atlanta Falcons on Saturday, January 15, 2011, Feld Motor Sports, producer of the Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam® has made preliminary arrangements with the executives of the Georgia Dome to tentatively reschedule Atlanta’s annual Monster Jam event for Saturday, February 12. All Monster Jam ticket purchases and seats will be honored for the tentative date or may be exchanged for Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship racing event on Saturday, February 26.
SEC ALERTS FANS OF COUNTERFEIT TICKETS
ATLANTA - (November 29, 2010) The Southeastern Conference reminds fans to take precautions when purchasing SEC Football Championship Game tickets on the secondary market.
GEORGIA DOME CAMPUS BUSY MONDAY NOVEMBER 1st
ATLANTA - (October 29, 2010) On Monday, November 1, the Georgia Dome will host Get Motivated, a highly publicized motivational seminar.
FALCONS ANNOUNCE SPECIAL PLANS FOR SUNDAY'S GAME AGAINST 49ERS
ATLANTA - (October 1, 2010) "Journey to the Dome" Walk, and Discounted Food and Merchandise Specials Still Available to Fans Who Arrive Early at the Dome.
AUBURN TO FACE CLEMSON IN 2012 CHICK-FIL-A KICKOFF GAME
ATLANTA - (September 21, 2010) Second game set for opening weekend to be paired with Tennessee vs. NC State.
TWO GEORGIA STATE GAMES TO BE TELEVISED ON CSS
ATLANTA - (September 9, 2010) Georgia State's home football games against Jacksonville State (Sept. 18) and Morehead State (Oct. 2) will be televised live on CSS.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL RETURNS TO THE GEORGIA DOME
ATLANTA - (September 02, 2010) The 2010 college football season is upon us and once again the Georgia Dome will serve host to an array of events.
The Georgia Dome opened its 19th NFL season when the Atlanta Falcons hosted the Kansas City Chiefs to begin the 2010 preseason schedule.
ATLANTA - (August 13, 2010) The Georgia Dome opened its 19th NFL season tonight when the Atlanta Falcons hosted the Kansas City Chiefs to begin the 2010 preseason schedule.
GEORGIA DOME COMPLETES AUDIO RENOVATION
ATLANTA - (August 12, 2010) The Georgia Dome recently completed a $3 million audio renovation as part of a four-year $55 million building renovation.
AARON'S INTERNATIONAL SOCCER CHALLENGE OFFERS TWO DAYS OF EVENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT - Practice on July 27 kicks off activities for July 28 Match at Georgia Dome, features Manchester City vs. Club America
ATLANTA - (July 20, 2010) International Events Groups Operations (IEGO) today announced the schedule of activities surrounding the Aaron's International Soccer Challenge on Wednesday, July 28 at the Georgia Dome.
GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER RELEASES UPDATED MASTER PLAN FOR GEORGIA DOME
ATLANTA - (June 29, 2010) The Georgia World Congress Center Authority received the results of a commissioned study performed by Populous regarding the Georgia Dome.
ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL SOCCER CHALLENGE ANNOUNCES TELEVISION AGREEMENT WITH ESPN DEPORTES CLUB AMÉRICA vs. MANCHESTER CITY TO BE TELEVISED LIVE FROM THE GEORGIA DOME JULY 28 AT 8 P.M. (EST)
ATLANTA - (June 17, 2010) The Atlanta International Soccer Challenge, featuring Mexico's Club América vs. Manchester City, will be televised by ESPN DEPORTES on July 28, live from the Georgia Dome.
ATLANTA INTERNATIONAL SOCCER CHALLENEGE ANNOUNCES CLUB AMERICA vs. MANCHESTER CITY LIVE FROM THE GEORGIA DOME JULY 28
ATLANTA - (May 12, 2010) The Atlanta International Soccer Challenge will be held July 28 at the Georgia Dome featuring Mexico's Club de Futbol America (Club America) versus the Barclays English Premier League's Manchester City, it was officially announced today.
Georgia State Panthers Hold First Spring Scrimmage Saturday at Georgia Dome
ATLANTA - (April 8, 2010) The Georgia State football program will write another piece of history as the Panthers hold their first-ever Spring Scrimmage Saturday, April 10 at 1 p.m. at the Georgia Dome.
GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER AUTHORITY TO TAKE PART IN EARTH HOUR
ATLANTA - (March 26, 2010) The Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) is proud to announce its participation in Earth Hour 2010.
FRANK POE APPOINTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER AUTHORITY
ATLANTA - (February 23, 2010) The Georgia World Congress Center Authority announced today that Frank Poe, a 38-year convention center veteran from Dallas, was appointed GWCCA executive director.
ATLANTA TO HOST WRESTLEMANIA® XXVII
ATLANTA - (February 1, 2010) The Atlanta Sports Council, Georgia World Congress Center Authority and World Wrestling Entertainment® are proud to announce that the Georgia Dome will host WrestleMania XXVII on Sunday, April 3, 2011.
ATLANTA FALCONS RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF TOP 5 NFL TEAMS FOR DESIGNATED-DRIVER PROGRAM
ATLANTA - (January 19, 2010) The Atlanta Falcons set a franchise record this season, and it had nothing to do with play on the field.
ATLANTA NAMED ONE OF FINAL HOST CITIES FOR U.S. WORLD CUP BID
ATLANTA - (January 12, 2009) The city of Atlanta was named as one of the final 18 host cities that will be included in the United States' bid to host either the 2018 or 2022 FIFA World Cup™.
MEDIA ADVISORY
ATLANTA - (December 30, 2009) Downtown Atlanta will be packed with numerous activities on New Years Eve, Thursday, December 31.
Georgia World Congress Center Names Patrick Skaggs New Assistant General Manager
ATLANTA- (October 28, 2009) Patrick Skaggs has been named the assistant general manager of the Georgia World Congress Center effective December 1, 2009.
ATLANTIC COAST CONFERENCE BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT GENERATES NEARLY $23 MILLION FOR ATLANTA ECONOMY
ATLANTA- (August 5, 2009) When the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) chose Atlanta as a host market for the 2009 Men's Basketball tournament, officials knew that meant more passionate fans could watch their beloved teams play.
GWCCA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT
ATLANTA - (July 28, 2009) Dan Graveline, executive director of the Georgia World Congress Center Authority, will retire at the end of this year following 33 years at the helm of one of the nation's largest convention, sports and entertainment complexes.
A SEC FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP GAME TO BE AT GEORGIA DOME THROUGH 2015- Southeastern Conference and Georgia Dome agree on five-year extension
ATLANTA - (July 27, 2009) The Southeastern Conference and the Georgia Dome have agreed on a five-year extension for the SEC Football Championship Game that will have the game played at the world-class facility through the 2015 game, announced SEC Commissioner Mike Slive Monday.
KEVIN DUVALL APPOINTED CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER OF GWCCA
ATLANTA - (July 16, 2009) Kevin Duvall has been named chief operating officer of the Georgia World Congress Center Authority, effective August 1. Dan Graveline, Georgia World Congress Center Authority executive director, recently announced the appointment.
UPPER BOWL SEATS NOW ON SALE FOR MEXICO VS. VENEZUELA ON JUNE 24 AT GEORGIA DOME -High demand for historic international match allows for additional seats to be made available-
NEW YORK - (June 19, 2009) With the lower seating bowl nearly full for the match between Mexico and Venezuela in Atlanta on June 24 at 7:30 p.m. ET, Soccer United Marketing (SUM), together with the Atlanta Falcons, today announced today that seats in the Georgia Dome’s upper bowl are now available for purchase.
ATLANTA SELECTED TO HOST SEC MEN'S 2014 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT-City continues long legacy of hosting prestigious sporting event-
ATLANTA - (June 15, 2009) Atlanta has been selected to host the 2014 Southeastern Conference (SEC) Men’s Basketball Tournament.
El Georgia Dome tendr una cancha de hierba natural en el interior
NUEVA YORK Y ATLANTA - (Jueves, 23 de abril, 2009) – La Selección Nacional de México jugará contra Venezuela su primer encuentro en el Georiga Dome de Atlanta, el miércoles, 24 de junio a partir de las 7:30 p.m. (hora local), evento promovido y anunciado por Soccer United Marketing (SUM), los Atlanta Falcons de la NFL y la Federación Mexicana de Fútbol (FMF).
MEXICAN NATIONAL SOCCER TEAM TO PLAY VENEZUELA AT GEORGIA DOME JUNE 24Natural Grass Field Will Be Used Indoors at the Georgia Dome
NEW YORK & ATLANTA - (April 23, 2009 ) Mexico’s national soccer team will play the Venezuelan national team in the first international soccer game at the Georgia Dome on June 24 at 7:30 p.m. local, event promoter Soccer United Marketing (SUM), the Atlanta Falcons and the Federación Mexicana de Fútbol (FMF) announced today.
FOUR TOP INTERNATIONAL SOCCER CLUBS FACE OFF IN THE U.S. IN THE FIRST-EVER WORLD FOOTBALL CHALLENGE
NEW YORK - (March 24, 2009) Chelsea FC, AC Milan, FC Internazionale Milano and Club America to play in six-city championship tournament this Summer
Georgia World Congress Center Authority Busy One Year After Tornado
ATLANTA - (March 13, 2009) One year after an F2 tornado hit downtown Atlanta, the Georgia World Congress Center Authority is busy with activity.
Georgia World Congress Center Authority Busy One Year After Tornado
ATLANTA - (March 13, 2009) One year after an F2 tornado hit downtown Atlanta, the Georgia World Congress Center Authority is busy with activity.
ACC announces sale of 2009 ACC Men's Basketball Tournament tickets
GREENSBORO, N.C. - (February 24, 2009) The Atlantic Coast Conference announced today that tickets for the 2009 ACC Men's Basketball Tournament will be available for sale on a tournament book basis starting Monday, March 2. The 56th annual ACC Tournament is scheduled for March 12-15 at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga.
GEORGIA DOME SOLD OUT FOR MONSTER JAM 2009
Atlanta (January 9, 2009) - For the ninth time in ten years, Monster Jam has sold out the Georgia Dome.