Arena 8888 Sofia

Arena 8888 Sofia

Arena 8888 Sofia is the largest and most advanced multi-purpose indoor arena in Bulgaria, located at 1 Asen Yordanov Blvd., Sofia. It opened in July 2011 under the name Arena Armeec, and since September 2024, it carries its current name following a sponsorship deal with the Bulgarian sports platform 8888.bg.

The venue has a seating capacity of up to 17,000 people for concerts and 12,373 seats for sports events. It hosts over 30 types of sports including basketball, volleyball, tennis, boxing, and gymnastics, and regularly stages major concerts, business expos, and international cultural events.

Notable events hosted include:

• Junior Eurovision 2015
• ATP Sofia Open tournaments
• FIVB Volleyball World League matches

The facility includes:

• 11 elevators
• 30 entry points and 202 restrooms
• 9 cloakrooms and 16 refreshment areas
• 96 dedicated media seats
• Parking capacity for 1,200 vehicles
• On-site training hall, gym, and a full-service restaurant

Arena 8888 Sofia is owned by National Sports Base EAD, and the project was designed by architect Zheko Tilev. Its modern design and large-scale infrastructure make it the premier location for hosting major events in Sofia and across Bulgaria.