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Global Stadium Report 2026

An annual deep-dive into the very top tier of the international touring business.

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Stadium Stars 2026

Stadium Stars 2026

Discover who made the cut, as Hanna Ellington profiles the 20 venues that made our 2026 list...

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Johan Cruijff ArenA

Johan Cruijff ArenA

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, Johan Cruijff ArenA has become one of Europe's most influential stadiums with a long-standing reputation for innovation and sustainability
Eden Park

Eden Park

Auckland, New Zealand

As New Zealand’s only stadium with a capacity of more than 50,000, Auckland’s Eden Park continues to raise the bar for touring in the Southern Hemisphere
Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium

Riyadh Air Metropolitano Stadium

Madrid, Spain

Home to Atlético de Madrid, Spain’s Riyadh Air Metropolitano has established itself as one of Europe's leading destinations for stadium touring
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

London, UK

Tottenham Hotspur's stadium reopened on the site of the historic White Hart Lane in April 2019, following a £1.2bn redevelopment, doubling the capacity of the ground
Allegiant Stadium

Allegiant Stadium

Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

Allegiant Stadium, positioned adjacent to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, has swiftly established itself as one of the premier destinations for global touring
Estadio El Campín

Estadio El Campín

Bogotà, Colombia

Originally conceived as a modernist concrete structure, El Campín has evolved into a 39,500-capacity venue that balances football fanfare and major concerts
Kai Tak Stadium

Kai Tak Stadium

Hong Kong

Opening just last year, Kai Tak Stadium has rapidly established itself as one of Asia’s foremost destinations for major international touring productions
AT&T Stadium

AT&T Stadium

Arlington, Texas, USA

Strategically positioned in the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex, AT&T Stadium has earned its reputation as one of the world's premier live event destinations, becoming a star in the US stadium circuit
National Stadium Singapore

National Stadium Singapore

The Kallang, Singapore

Strategically positioned between Singapore’s international airport and the city centre, the National Stadium remains the centrepiece of Singapore’s premier live entertainment precinct
Marvel Stadium

Marvel Stadium

Melbourne, Australia

Welcoming more than 47m fans since opening in 2008, Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium has established itself as one of the region’s leading venues for major live experiences
Deutsche Bank Park

Deutsche Bank Park

Frankfurt, Germany

At the heart of one of Europe's best-connected cities, Deutsche Bank Park has established itself as a premier destination for international touring
Wembley Stadium

Wembley Stadium

London, UK

Dominating the London skyline with its iconic 133-metre arch, the venue is one of the world's most sought-after stops for global touring
Accor Stadium

Accor Stadium

Sydney, Australia

A core part of Australia’s touring circuit, Accor Stadium (the second-largest stadium in the country) combines world-class event infrastructure with a strong focus on sustainability
Nubank Parque

Nubank Parque

São Paulo, Brazil

Purpose-built with concerts in mind, Nubank Parque has established itself as one of Brazil’s premier stadium destinations for live music and sport
Merkur Spiel-Arena

Merkur Spiel-Arena

Düsseldorf, Germany

Configurable up to 65,000-capacity, Germany’s Merkur Spiel-Arena has earned a reputation as one of Germany's most versatile destinations for large-scale live entertainment
Estadio GNP Seguros

Estadio GNP Seguros

Mexico City, Mexico

Formerly the Foro Sol, Estadio GNP Seguros reopened its doors two years ago and has swiftly reestablished itself as one of the world’s premier live music destinations
Goyang Stadium

Goyang Stadium

Goyang, South Korea

As some of Seoul's stadiums undergo redevelopment, Goyang has become the country's go-to destination for blockbuster live events
SoFi Stadium

SoFi Stadium

Inglewood, California, USA

SoFi Stadium has redefined the modern stadium concert experience, with a 70,000-capacity that is expandable to more than 100,000 for concerts
BC Place

BC Place

Vancouver, Canada

Vancouver's BC Place has emerged as one of North America's fastest-growing stadium destinations, welcoming a record 1.2m visitors in 2024
Stade de France

Stade de France

Paris, France

With a flexible capacity of over 100,000 spectators, France’s national stadium is a must-play destination for both major international and leading French acts

The Stadium Era: New Frontiers

Top promoters from across the globe tell IQ about the diversity of opportunities and challenges in the current era of stadium touring

Feature 30 July 2026

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Bunny Business: Behind Bad Bunny’s record-breaking tour

Bad Bunny’s record-breaking world tour has been one of the biggest stadium stories of 2026. IQ speaks to some of the venues behind the numbers

Feature 30 July 2026

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The Game Plan: College Stadiums

With stadium tours booming and venues in short supply, US college stadiums are filling the gap. IQ explores whether they're built for mega productions

Feature 30 July 2026

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Gather Round: The pros & cons of in-the-round production

IQ breaks down the ticket-maximising, complexity elevating intricacies behind the accelerating trend of 360° productions

Feature 30 July 2026

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Think Big: The agency view on stadium touring’s new era

Four of the world's leading agents take stock of the booming stadium touring market as the live industry reaches new levels of scale and competition

Feature 30 July 2026

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The many stages of stadium shows: Production

Feature 30 July 2026

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The Long Game: Keith Magnus, The Kallang

Feature 30 July 2026

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The Green Machine: Vive Claro, Bogotá

Feature 30 July 2026

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COMMENT

Q&A: Laura Chiplin, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

What has remained constant is my passion for creating exceptional live experiences

Laura Chiplin

Tottenham Hotspur's Major Stadium Events Director talks to IQ about her move to North London, and what excites her about the future of stadium events..

COMMENT 30 Jul 2026

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Q&A: Emma Banks, CAA

The scale of touring today is unlike anything we've seen before

Emma Banks

Co-head of Global Touring, Emma Banks talks to IQ about how the 2026 stadium season compares to previous years, and how infrastructure restrictions impact the sector

COMMENT 30 Jul 2026

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Q&A: Hidde Salverda, Johan Cruijff ArenA

We’re not satisfied with simply being energy neutral; we want to generate a shareable surplus

Hidde Salverda

The COO of Amsterdam’s famous stadium explains why cooperation means the venue is at the forefront of sustainability and innovation

COMMENT 30 Jul 2026

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