San Jose Sharks Announce Extensive 'Sharkification' Renovations for SAP Center

Sharks unveil plans for premium experiences, aesthetic upgrades, and more as part of multi-year arena overhaul.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:25pm

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The San Jose Sharks have announced extensive renovation plans for the SAP Center, their home arena, over the next 4-5 years. The renovations will transform the arena into a more distinctly 'Shark-themed' space, with new premium experiences, expanded concourse areas, and a greater focus on the team's branding and connection to the local community.

Why it matters

As one of the Bay Area's premier sports and entertainment venues, the renovations to SAP Center will help solidify the Sharks' presence in San Jose and enhance the overall fan experience. The changes aim to create a stronger identity for the arena as the true home of the Sharks, while also maintaining its role as a hub for the broader Silicon Valley community.

The details

Key elements of the SAP Center renovation include: a new 'Legends Level' with spaces like the Captain's Lounge and First Line Lounge for premium access; an expanded and 'Sharkified' team store tripling in size; more self-checkout stations and local food partnerships for the concessions; and an overall aesthetic shift towards deeper ocean and Sharks branding themes as you move through the different levels of the arena. The renovations will be rolled out in phases over the next several years to minimize disruptions.

  • The renovations will take place over the next 4-5 years, with some smaller projects beginning this upcoming summer.
  • The Teal Reimagination Puck Drop Event on Tuesday, April 1, 2026 unveiled more details about the planned changes.

The players

Jon Gustafson

Senior Vice President of the San Jose Sharks.

Jonathan Becher

President of Sharks Sports & Entertainment.

Perkins&Will

The architectural firm partnering with the Sharks on the SAP Center renovations.

Aramark

The food and beverage partner for SAP Center, working to evolve the concessions experience.

Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith, Yaroslav Askarov

San Jose Sharks players excited about the upcoming arena renovations.

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What they’re saying

“First and foremost, it's going to feel San Jose, and it's also going to be undeniably the home of the San Jose Sharks. The journey from the car, to the seat, to the food, back to the car, is super important for us, and I'm just super excited to roll this out.”

— Jon Gustafson, Senior Vice President, San Jose Sharks

“This is not the end. This is the beginning. The Shark Tank has always been the convening place for the City of San Jose. We think it'll be the convening place for all of Silicon Valley, coming forward. And so we start today, but this is the beginning of a journey, and you ain't seen nothing yet.”

— Jonathan Becher, President, Sharks Sports & Entertainment

What’s next

The Sharks plan to begin some smaller renovation projects this upcoming summer, with the larger changes rolling out in phases over the next 4-5 years to minimize disruptions to events and games at SAP Center.

The takeaway

The Sharks' ambitious renovation plans for SAP Center signal their commitment to creating a truly unique and immersive home-ice advantage, while also solidifying the arena's role as a hub for the broader San Jose and Silicon Valley communities. By blending premium experiences, local partnerships, and a stronger Sharks identity, the renovations aim to elevate the fan experience and cement the team's place in the region.