The arena was purposed in 1990 initially to replace the aging Grandstand at the Colorado State Fair. At first, an outdoor amphitheater was purposed. However, this was later dismissed in favor of the arena and a year-round use.
The arena was planned in 1990 initially to replace the outdated Grandstand at the Colorado State Fair. Initially, an outdoor amphitheater was proposed but later abandoned in favor of the arena and year-round use.