Lotto Arena, Event venue in Merksem, Antwerp, Belgium.
Lotto Arena is a modern indoor venue in Merksem with flexible seating that adapts to different types of events. The space can accommodate up to 8,050 seats for concerts or around 5,200 seats for sporting competitions.
The venue was built in nine months and opened on March 10, 2007, quickly establishing itself as a major entertainment center in Antwerp. Since its opening, it has become a fixture for large-scale events in the region.
The venue serves as the permanent home of the Antwerp Giants basketball team, making it a gathering place for local sports fans throughout the season. On game days, the space becomes a center for the community's passion for competitive play.
The venue sits next to the Sportpaleis complex and offers modern facilities with accessibility features for visitors with different mobility needs. Before attending, check which section of the complex offers the right entrance for your event.
The complex hosts the ATP European Open tennis tournament annually, one of the most important competitions in professional tennis. This high-profile event draws international audiences and gives the city a notable place in the global sports calendar.
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