ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando is racing against time as Camping World Stadium undergoes a major transformation, with aspirations of temporarily hosting the Jacksonville Jaguars by the 2027 season.

The construction phase officially began on Wednesday, and significant progress is evident as crews actively clear debris to pave the way for extensive renovations.

According to Steve Hogan, CEO of Florida Citrus Sports, the stadium is strategically positioned to accommodate the team if required.

“The Jaguars need a temporary home, and our community is ready for that challenge. The revamped stadium will be perfect, provided we adhere to the construction timeline, which we intend to,” Hogan stated confidently.

While the $400 million renovation project is now in motion, Hogan clarified that there is no official agreement regarding the Jaguars relocating to Orlando in 2027.

“Our relationship with the Jaguars is solid, but we are awaiting the NFL committee’s formal approval,” he concluded.

The Jaguars need a temporary home because EverBank Stadium’s $1.4 billion renovation could force the team out for the 2027 season.

Renovations at Camping World Stadium include adding more seats to reach a 65,000 capacity, constructing a new community event center, and installing a retractable stage for concerts.

City leaders are also looking beyond the stadium, voting to expand the Community Redevelopment Agency district to help fund road, sidewalk, and infrastructure upgrades around the venue.

When asked for his message to residents in the Parramore area, Mayor Buddy Dyer said, “To be excited as we continue to invest in our venue to bring world-class events to the City of Orlando.”

Nearby residents say they are concerned about traffic, though some also see opportunities to benefit from game-day parking.

Officials note the timeline is tight, with construction needing to be completed by the summer of 2027, just ahead of the NFL season.

There is a job fair for the construction project on Thursday at Camping World Stadium at 6 p.m.

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