FULHAM are set to turn their historic Craven Cottage into a hot new venue for live music – with plans to host up to SIX gigs every year.
The Premier League club announced they will hold the concerts during the off-season, between June and July, when football fans are itching for something to do during the summer break.
Fulham want to generate more money and will put their stadium into good use during the off season
The Tottenham stadium is used to host concerts and NFL games
Fulham say they will hold an exhibition on the 30th of September to take in comments
This is the first time the 29,600-capacity stadium will be used for major music events, giving fans a chance to see top stars perform in one of the most iconic grounds in football.
A statement on the club website said : “Information on proposals to host up to six concerts each year at Craven Cottage.
“Concerts would be limited to the football off-season (June and July), hosted inside the stadium, and carefully managed.”
While Craven Cottage may not be among the largest grounds in the Premier League, the club’s brand new Riverside Stand, complete with rooftop swimming pool, would make it a unique experience for concertgoers.
Fulham say there will be a public exhibition on September 30 as they continue to dialogue on the best kind of concerts to host and take on comments.
But expect a mix of genres, from rock and pop to dance and electronic acts.
There’s speculation that could land some chart-topping headliners for their inaugural concert series.
The move is a clever one, as the club looks to tap into new revenue streams.
Matchday income and are no longer enough to keep up with the rising costs of top-flight football, and concerts could provide a much-needed financial boost during the off-season.
The concerts will be held exclusively during the off-season, with June and July set aside for the summer music events.
This timing avoids any clashes with the football season, meaning Fulham fans won’t miss out on their usual matchdays.
The announcement comes as Premier League clubs across the country are looking to expand their reach beyond football.
