GCU Arena

its doors on September 2, 2011, just 15 months after the University announced the project. The construction of the arena was part of the University's $200 million campus expansion and growth. It will regularly host Christian and secular concerts, outside performances, speaking engagements, Grand Canyon University athletic events, and commencement ceremonies.In addition to the arena, the university is in the process of upgrading the athletics facilities, building new classroom space, dormitories, and other educational facilities on campus.Sports teams and other eventsThe GCU Arena is home to Grand Canyon University's Lopes men’s and women’s basketball.GCU plays host to Christian and secular concerts, outside performances, speaking engagements, athletic events, and commencement ceremonies. Previous acts include: Casting Crowns, David Crowder Band, M-1 Global Challenge, Switchfoot, Pandora’s Unforgettable Moments on Ice featuring David Archuleta and Mannheim Steamroller, Lady Antebellum, and Third Day. In 2017 it hosted the ESPN/Intersport-produced College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championship leading up to that year's Final Four at Glendale's University of Phoenix Stadium.