Pittsburgh's three sports venues for the Steelers, the Penguins, and the Pirates all have gotten approval to move forward with upgrades from the area's Sports and Exhibition Authority board. According to KDKA's news partners at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the three major venues are getting a total of more than $10 million in upgrades.

Pittsburgh’s Sports and Exhibition Authority board approved more than $10M in venue upgrades for the city’s three major sports teams as they, and the rest of the city’s tourism industry, prepare for major influxes of visitors during the U.

PITTSBURGH — It’s the year of upgrades for Pittsburgh’s big venues that host the Steelers, Pirates and Penguins. While the Sports & Exhibition Authority just approved $10 million for the facilities, Aaron Waller, the Executive Director, said it was planned prior to the 2026 draft announcement, but it couldn’t come at a better time.

STORY HIGHLIGHTS SEA approved over $10 million for venue upgrades in Pittsburgh. Steelers will upgrade Acrisure Stadium's Wi-Fi for $7 million. Penguins and Pirates receive SEA reimbursements for venue improvements.