The Simone Biles-led Gold Over America Tour is set to reach its next destination after already dazzling 14 cities. The tour has received rave reviews, especially from families, with many parents highlighting how much their children enjoyed the show’s vibrant, pop concert-style design. However, it’s not just for kids—many adults have also reported tearing up and feeling inspired by the end of the show, demonstrating its broad emotional impact.
Thus, the city of Boston must be feeling excited as they are next location on the map. The show is going to be hosted at TD Garden, the home of numerous iconic sporting moments in history. Thus, it’s a brilliant venue to host the Gold Over America tour.
TD Garden: The home of the Boston Celtics and iconic sports moments
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The TD Garden perhaps stands as the most symbolic stadium in the United States. This venue has been home to the mighty Boston Celtics of the NBA and the NHL’s Boston Bruins. Since its inception, it hosts around 200 events annually and holds the title of the largest sports and entertainment arena in the New England area.
It spans 755,000 square feet and stands 162 feet high, with ten stories. In 2014, a comprehensive renovation was completed at a cost of over $70 million, as stated by its owner and operator, Delaware North. The design was carried out by Ellerbe Becket of Kansas City. Additionally, access to the stadium is convenient, with seven elevators, 13 escalators, and 47 concession stands.
The total number of executive seats is 90, and the club seats are 1,100. The total cost of the whole thing is a whopping $160 million. Finally, the seating capacity for basketball is 19,156, 17,580 for hockey, and 19,580 is the maximum for any event. The number of seats would also be the same for the Simone Biles-led Gold Over America Tour.
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Major events beyond GOAT: TD Garden’s biggest spectacles
TD Garden is synonymous with the Boston Celtics, so it’s no surprise that many of the stadium’s most exciting moments are tied to the team. One standout memory is Paul Pierce’s performance during the 2008 NBA Finals against the Lakers, which helped the Celtics win their first title in 22 years and their first at TD Garden.
The entire 2008 season was one of the most memorable for the Celtics. Another iconic moment came on February 10, 2011, when Ray Allen broke the NBA record for the most three-pointers, also against the Lakers. On the hockey side, the Boston Bruins’ 2011 Stanley Cup win stands as the most iconic event in the stadium’s history, marking one of the best seasons for the team. With moments like these, TD Garden has cemented its place as a venue rich in sports history.
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When it comes to concerts, TD Garden has hosted numerous iconic artists over the years. In 2016, Beyoncé’s performance as part of her world tour was a standout event. The venue is also famous for its legendary Bruce Springsteen marathon concerts. In 2009, Irish rock band U2 performed during their 360° Tour, setting a record for attendance at the stadium.
Not to mention, recent performers at TD Garden include contemporary stars like Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey, Shakira, Deftones, and Dua Lipa, keeping the venue constantly buzzing with energy. Since the Gold Over America Tour blends sports with a pop concert atmosphere, it will seamlessly fit in with the wide array of events the stadium is known for hosting.
