Arena Stars 2026:
Avicii Arena | Stockholm, Sweden

An unmistakable part of the Stockholm skyline, Avicii Arena remains one of Europe’s most distinctive venues...

By Hanna Ellington | 15 June 2026

Concert Capacity: 17,000 Operator: Legends Global An unmistakable part of the Stockholm skyline, Avicii Arena remains one of Europe’s most distinctive venues.

 Defined by its iconic spherical design, the arena underwent a major modernisation in 2025, introducing significant upgrades aimed at enhancing both production capability and audience experience. Central to the redevelopment are new retractable seating systems and innovative acoustic panels that can envelop the arena bowl, allowing productions to optimise sound performance, with an advanced electro-acoustic system integrated into…

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Sydney, Australia

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Brooklyn, New York, USA

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