**Southlake Arena, a $117M Bet, Aims to Spur Clayton County Growth**
By Rebecca Williams | Published 2026-03-01T13:14:39.856Z
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Location: Atlanta, GA, Clayton County, Morrow
The $117M Arena at Southlake in Morrow aims to boost Clayton County's economy, create 300+ jobs, and offer diverse entertainment. Opens 2026!
Set to open in Morrow in March 2026, The Arena at Southlake, a $117 million, 268,000-square-foot facility, aims to drive economic growth and educational opportunities for South Metro Atlanta residents. The arena, metro Atlanta’s first purpose-built mid-size venue, is projected to create more than 300 jobs, offering a significant boost to local employment in construction, operations, hospitality, and event management. This investment could stabilize housing affordability by fostering commerce in
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Keywords: Southlake Arena, Clayton County, economic development, Atlanta jobs, Morrow GA, event venue, South Metro Atlanta