Construction begins on ‘music-first’ Munich Arena
Live Nation says its 'clear ambition' is to make Munich the first choice for tour stops in Germany
News By Ciaran Donnelly | 29 October 2026
Live Nation has broken ground on Munich Arena, the long-awaited 20,000-cap music-first space for the Bavarian capital.
Set to open in 2029 and with a projection of hosting 1.5 million spectators a year, Live Nation said the venue will “strengthen Munich and Bavaria’s position as a destination for live entertainment, by creating a new stage for artists touring Europe”.
The official start of construction comes after Munich’s city council approved updated plans for a 20% smaller venue footprint with refined sightlines…