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The Biggest Indoor Arenas in The World: Top 10 List To Follow!

The Biggest Indoor Arenas in The World: Top 10 List To Follow!

Indoor arenas are designed to organise international events, sports and exhibitions and have an occupancy of large crowds. With a large enclosed space, these arenas invite celebrative vibes to cherish the victory of top sports tournaments. Philippine Arena is the biggest arena in the world, but what about the second & third?

Here, we are enlisting the biggest indoor arenas in the world, where thrilling sports events are organised occasionally.

1.Philippine Arena (55,000 Occupancy)

The first biggest indoor arena in the world is the Philippine Arena, with an occupancy of 55,000 seats. It is located in Santa Maria town, 30 Km away from Manila (the capital of the Philippines). This arena’s overall architecture and craftsmanship make it more attractive and the best choice for hosting large sports events. Key highlights of this world’s largest indoor stadium are the large dome design, unique space frame, Sandwich Plate System(SPS), and Seismic Design to prevent earthquakes. 

2.París La Défense Arena (40,000 Occupancy)

This is the second biggest indoor arena in the world, París La Défense. It has a total occupancy of 40,000 spectators. Located in La Défense, it has become the one-stop destination to host major sports events. The arena has been operating since October 2017, and the development was done by the rugby union club ‘Racing 92’. The major highlights of this arena are U-shaped stands, cutting-edge interior and great ambience. 

3.Saitama Super Arena (35,000 Occupancy)

It is a famous indoor arena in Chūō-ku, Saitama, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It is also known as the largest venue in Japan to host a range of events since its inception in 2000. From indoor basketball to organising the summer Olympics, it makes every event memorable and organised wide seating arrangement makes it the biggest indoor arena in the world. 

4.Baku Crystal Hall (27,000 Occupancy)

Located in Baku, Azerbaijan, near National Flag Square, it is the leading and biggest indoor arena in the world for large events. With an occupancy of 25,000 seats, this arena offers a great aesthetic look with more than 45,000 LED bulbs to present an ideal atmosphere and alleviate spectator’s interest in enjoying sports matches. It is famous as well-known world’s largest indoor stadium.

5.Mineirinho Arena (25,000 Occupancy)

This widely popular arena is located in Brazil, Mineirinho Arena, and was constructed between 1973 to 1980. This arena has already hosted top FIFA Confederation Cup 2013 and FIFA World Cup 2014 events. Hosting such grand events makes it the biggest indoor arena in the world.

6.Araneta Coliseum (25,000 Occupancy)

Araneta Coliseum must be on the list as it is popular for its state-of-the-art infrastructure and well-designed architecture. It was the oldest arena located in Araneta City, Philippines and was built from 1957 to 1959; once you enter, you can feel the classic architecture. It has multiple seating sections, patron, lower or upper box, VIP suites, press room and conference centre being a world’s largest indoor stadium.

7.Greensboro Coliseum Complex ( 24,000 Occupancy)

Being the home of several sports teams, such as the Carolina Cobras, the Greensboro Swarm, and UNC Greensboro Spartans; this indoor arena has modern facilities. It is situated in Greensboro, North Carolina and has a great sound system, seating architecture and a wider amphitheatre. So, apart from sports events, many cultural events also take place here. 

8.Štark Arena (23,000 Occupancy)

It is also known as Belgrade Arena, one of Serbia’s most famous indoor arenas. Many sports and cultural events are already organised here to make it worth mentioning in the list of the biggest indoor arena in the world. Some of the events are the Karate World’s Champion, EuroBasket, European Waterpolo Champions, and others. 

9.Mexico City Arena (22,000 Occupancy)

It is a widely spread indoor arena in Mexico City. The tallest height and small outdoor seating increase the thrill of watching sports to the next level. This world’s largest indoor stadium accommodates more than 20,000 spectators, and more than 650 security guards provide a broader view of the arena. 

10.United Center ( 20,000 Occupancy)

Lastly, in the list of the biggest indoor arena in the world, United Center is home to the Chicago Blackhawks of the National Hockey League and the Chicago Balls of the National Basketball Association. It has a large scoreboard, a 190-foot ribbon board, and a 2,50,000-watt sound system. Here, more than 200 events are organised in the year. 

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FAQs

Philippine Arena is the largest indoor arena in Asia, located in the Philippines.

Stadiums are open spaces and outdoors, while arenas are enclosed indoor areas. So, in most cases, stadiums are bigger than indoor arenas. Still, you will find many stadiums designed for short games that are smaller than arenas. 

Some of the popular sports played in indoor arenas are basketball, volleyball, handball, football and ice hockey.

The Indira Gandhi Arena is India’s largest indoor sports arena with seating occupancy 25,000.

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