Venetian Arena

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Venetian Arena
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Arena Veneziana
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Venetian Arena
Full nameThe Venetian Macao
Former names
  • Cotai Arena (2010–2024)
Location Cotai, das Ilhas, Macau, China
Coordinates 22°08′52″N113°33′32″E / 22.1477°N 113.5590°E / 22.1477; 113.5590
Owner Las Vegas Sands
Operator Las Vegas Sands
Capacity 14,000
Construction
Broke ground26 May 2005 (2005-05-26)
Opened8 April 2007 (2007-28-08)

The Venetian Arena (previously known as the Cotai Arena) is an indoor arena located on the premises of The Venetian Macao, on the Cotai Strip, in Macau, China. It opened in 2007 and has a seating capacity of 14,000. The facility was known as Venetian Arena from 2007 to 2010, and was renamed the Cotai Arena from 2010 until 2024, when it reverted back to its original name. It hosts sporting events such as basketball, tennis and boxing, as well as concerts and internationally-televised awards shows.

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History

The arena opened as the Venetian Arena on 8 April 2007, and was renamed the Cotai Arena in 2010. In November 2024, the venue reopened with its original name, following renovations that added 15 VIP suites, enhanced acoustics, and advanced lighting systems. [1]

Notable events

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