Coca-Cola Arena

For the arena in Toronto, Canada, see Coca-Cola Coliseum.

Coca-Cola Arena

Address	Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Coordinates	25°12′13.5″N55°15′56.5″E / 25.203750°N 55.265694°E / 25.203750; 55.265694
Owner	Dubai Holding
Operator	Legends Global
Capacity	17,000
Construction
Broke ground	January 2017
Opened	June 6, 2019
Architect	Populous
Builder	ASGC
Tenants
Dubai Basketball (EuroLeague)
Website
www.coca-cola-arena.com

Coca-Cola Arena is a multi-purpose arena located in the City Walk area in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. ^{[1] [2] [3] [4]} The venue was opened on June 6, 2019. ^[5] It has a capacity of 17,000. ^[6] It has capacity of 5,000 people on the 86mx45m arena bowl floor area, 5,000 on level one, 5,000 on level four and 1,500-2,000 in the VIP suite halls. ^[7]

The award-winning arena serves as a premier venue for sporting tournaments, international concerts, comedy shows, live theatre, corporate gatherings, exhibitions, conferences, and gala dinners. It is also the official home of Dubai Basketball, the city’s first professional sports franchise competing in European leagues, including the EuroLeague and ABA League.

Owned by Dubai Holdings Entertainment and managed by Legends Global, the arena hosts events that include concerts, sport, family entertainment and ceremonies.

Construction

The roof structure ^[8] can support 190 metric tonnes. It includes 17 elevators, 26 escalators, four sports changing rooms, eight artist dressing rooms, more than 35 F&B outlets and 28 wheelchair spaces and companion seats. ^[9]

Façade Lighting

The front of the Coca-Cola Arena has a façade lighting system made up of 4,600 LEDs. ^[10] The arena is traditionally lit up in red to represent the name of the arena^{[ citation needed ]}.

Bowl Seating Modes

A Philippine Basketball Association game held at the arena in 2019.

Coca-Cola Arena can accommodate up to 17,000 people ^[11] and be arranged in an array of different seating and viewing modes including end-stage, in-the-round and intimate mode. This means it can host everything from large-scale music concerts to shows and gala dinner evenings. ^[12] The main bowl features four levels. Levels one and four are made up of fixed seating while levels two and three consist of hospitality suites. An extra tier of seating can be added due to automatic retractable seating on the bowl floor. A viewing terrace is also positioned at the stage end of the arena on level three and can be used for premium packages and after-show parties.

Food & Beverage

Tempo

Coca-Cola Arena’s in-house Food & Beverage brand, Tempo, is designed with guests in mind.

Created to turn up the taste, the menu brings together bold flavors, quick service, and seasonal variety, available through online pre-order when purchasing tickets or at 10 Tempo concessions conveniently located throughout the Arena.

Adding to the experience, the Plaza and concourse also host food trucks and pop-ups from local and regional businesses, giving guests even more flavors to discover on every visit.

Premium Experiences

Elevate

Elevate is the first premium hospitality brand in the MENA region, introduced by Coca-Cola Arena to enhance the live event experience for every guest.

Elevate offers a range of exclusive experiences, from Private Hospitality Suites with customizable spaces and premium F&B options to the Premier Club. The Live Lounge brings an upbeat atmosphere with live entertainment, delicious bites, and refreshing drinks, while the Entourage Club on Level 1 offers table service in a lively, social setting.

Also on Level 1, REPLAY offers a fun and casual space for guests to relax, play games, and enjoy tasty snacks. For guests seeking the best views, the Elevate Deck offers unbeatable vantage points from its elevated platforms, ensuring every moment is enjoyed in style.

Dubai Basketball

Coca-Cola Arena is proud to be the official home of Dubai Basketball, the city’s first professional basketball franchise and a defining force in the region’s sporting landscape.

Founded in 2023, the club made its inaugural appearance in 2024, quickly earning a place among Europe’s elite through its entry into the EuroLeague — one of the sport’s most competitive and prestigious stages. Alongside its participation in the ABA League, Dubai Basketball is setting new standards for athletic excellence while igniting a growing passion for the game across the Middle East.

The partnership officially tipped off with the 2024/25 ABA League season, introducing Dubai Basketball to home fans and featuring thrilling matchups against leading regional clubs. Looking ahead, the 2025/26 season will see the world’s top basketball powerhouses, including FC Barcelona, Fenerbahçe, Real Madrid, Panathinaikos, and FC Bayern Basketball take the court in Dubai, marking a landmark moment for basketball in the UAE.

CCA Glows Gold

For every home game Coca-Cola Arena glows gold in the team's signature colour, a striking symbol of unity, pride and meaningful collaboration. This golden glow represents Coca-Cola Arena's commitment to supporting Dubai Basketball and celebrating the city's growing community of fans and athletes.

Location

Coca-Cola Arena is located in City Walk, an urban leisure destination in central Dubai.Close to Financial Centre Road and Sheikh Zayed Road. ^[13]

Events Hosted

Jo Koy at Coca-Cola Arena - 2020

Coca-Cola Arena has been a stage for concerts by Simple Minds, Bastille, Demi Lovato, Hans Zimmer, Lewis Capaldi, Jason Derulo, 50 Cent, Martin Garrix, Maroon 5, Bini, Tiësto, Kygo, SB19 and many other singers. ^{[14] [15]}

Apart from that it hosted several comedy shows, featuring famous comedians such as Kevin Hart, Michael McIntyre and Trevor Noah. ^[14]

In 2024, the arena hosted Euroleague Basketball Next Generation Tournament, which was won by the youth team of Ratiopharm Ulm. ^[16] In 2025, it hosted the final phase of the 2025 Basketball Champions League Asia. ^[17] PFL Champions Series: Nurmagomedov vs. Hughes was held in January 2025. PFL Champions Series: Nurmagomedov vs. Hughes 2 will be held in October 2025. The arena will also hold the San Miguel vs. Barangay Ginebra basketball match as part of the celebrations for PBA's golden season, which will be held on October 26, 2025. ^[18]

References

1. "A first look inside Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena: more on the acts, the food and future plans". The National. Retrieved 2019-05-15.
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5. Tesorero, Angel. "Russell Peters to perform debut show at Coca-Cola Arena". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 2019-05-15.
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13. "Coca Cola - Arena". about.coca-cola-arena.com. Retrieved 2024-09-26.
14. "Coca Cola Arena concerts and comedy shows". concertarchives.org.
15. "BINI". Coca-Cola Coliseum. Retrieved 2025-02-26.
16. "LIVE BLOG: U18 ratiopharm Ulm vs. U18 Zalgiris Kaunas | Adidas Next Generation Tournament". Euroleague Basketball. 2024-03-24. Retrieved 2024-04-18.
17. "Dubai to host BCL Asia 2025". FIBA.basketball. 2025-05-21. Retrieved 2025-05-21.
18. "Dubai holds San Miguel-Barangay Ginebra PH Cup rematch". www.pba.ph. 2025-08-31. Retrieved 2025-09-14.

External links

• Official website