Arenas Europe

“The need for education is now.” In a new interview with IQ Magazine, Arenas Europe President Robert Fitzpatrick discusses the organisation’s new direction and why education is central to the future of the arena sector. iqmagazine.com/2026/05/the-ne… #IQMagazine #LiveEntertainment

Arenas Europe launches its Micro-Credentials programme. Practical, flexible learning for arena professionals, built by the industry, for the industry. Registrations now open - contact: management@europeanarenas.com Encourage your teams to take part. #LiveEvents #Leadership

Applications are open for Arenas Europe’s MSc Business in Technology (MBT) 2027, developed with @UlsterUni Business School. Built for arena leaders. Study alongside your role. Lead with confidence in a tech-driven sector. Contact management@europeanarenas.com #LiveEvents

Arenas Europe grows 🚀 Welcome Inalpi Arena (Turin), MVM Dome (Budapest) and Velomax Berlin. From Italy to Hungary to Germany, they extend our reach across key European markets & strengthen our network. Stronger together. Shaping the future of live events. #Arenas #LiveEvents

Today in Stockholm, the European Arenas Association becomes Arenas Europe. 🚀 A new name that reflects a more connected, outward-facing and ambitious sector. Building capability, setting standards and shaping the future of arenas across Europe. #Arenas #LiveEvents

💫Live from Stockholm: the EAA Spring General Meeting is underway at Avicii Arena. A moment to shape the future of arenas and recognise the leadership of John Langford, Olivier Toth and Robert Fitzpatrick in guiding the sector through transformation. #Arenas #LiveEvents

🎶💫 Live from #TallinnMusicWeek: Robert Fitzpatrick (EAA) joined leaders across music and culture to open the conference, exploring how live music helps cities thrive. “A model for any city serious about developing live music.” #Arenas #LiveEvents

How does live music power cities and regions? Tomorrow, Robert Fitzpatrick (EAA) kicks off @TlnMusicWeek, joining Patrik Tengwall and Mirkka Rautala to explore how live music drives economic value and shapes cities. #LiveEvents #Arenas

The future of arenas will be shaped by the strength of their people. Next week in Stockholm, the EAA Spring General Meeting at @AviciiArena places Education at the centre of the conversation. Building capability. Setting standards. #Arenas #LiveEvents

All venues aim for great fan experience. Few deliver it consistently at scale. Today at #ColiseumSummitEurope, Victoria Matthews (EAA) and Raphaëlle Plasse (Paris La Défense Arena) unpacked what it takes, from 5,000 to 45,000 fans. What sets the best apart? #Arenas #LiveEvents

Who’s setting the standard for world-class fan experience? #ColiseumSummitEurope opens in London tomorrow, bringing the industry together. Victoria Matthews (EAA) joins Raphaëlle Plasse (Paris La Défense Arena) to explore what it takes at scale. #Arenas #LiveEvents

What separates a good venue from a great one? At next week’s Coliseum Summit in London, Raphaëlle Plasse of Paris La Défense Arena joins EAA’s Victoria Matthews to explore how Europe’s largest indoor arena delivers world-class fan experiences at scale. #Arenas #LiveEvents #Venues

Great to see so many EAA members at ILMC in London this week. Day two’s Stadiums & Arenas panel featured Marie Lindqvist (Legends Global) alongside leading industry voices, tackling the challenges and opportunities shaping the fast-moving live sector. #ILMC #Arenas #LiveEvents

Last week, our first cohort of industry leaders gathered in Belfast to launch the European Arena Industry Master’s, developed with Ulster University. The MSc Business in Technology blends academic rigour with real-world insight. #Arenas #VenueManagement #Education #Leadership

Our first cohort begins the European Arena Industry Master’s next month in Belfast. Built for the live events & venue sector, the MSc Business in Technology blends academic teaching with real-world insight. #Arenas #LiveEvents #VenueManagement #Education #Skills #Leadership

Micro-credentials launch end of the month from @EAA, starting with Customer Experience for live events & venue teams. Fast, practical upskilling for our sector. Great to work with @SaskiaSissons following comms audit & Master’s launch. #Arenas #LiveEvents #VenueManagement #Skills

@EAA micro-credentials launch end of this month, starting with Customer Experience for live events & venue teams. Fast, practical upskilling for our sector. Great to work with @SaskiaSissons following comms audit & Master’s launch. #Arenas #LiveEvents #VenueManagement #Skills #CX

We’re pleased to confirm the launch of the first European Arena Industry Master’s Degree with Ulster University Business School. The MSc Business in Technology starts Feb 2026 and is built for the live events & venue sector. #Arenas #LiveEvents #VenueManagement

Congratulations to the EHC European Hockey Alliance for orgnanising a great conference in Belfast this week. EHC Managing Director Caroline Jonssson and the Belfast Giant's executive team brought together over 60 clubs, 180 delegates and a host of inspirational speakers.

The EAA has partnered with Ulster University Business School to launch the first Master’s degree for the arena industry: the MSc Business in Technology (MBT) Starting Feb 2026 + supported by new micro-credentials in venue management. Shaping the next generation of arena leaders.