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The Aberdeen Exhibition Centre (AECC) opened in 1985 in Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, and was a prominent venue for exhibitions, conferences, and large-scale events. Its arena spaces could accommodate up to 8,500 standing or about 4,750 seated, with additional suites and halls such as Boyd Orr Hall, Gordon Suite, Crombie Suite, Forbes Suite, and Fleming Auditorium for a versatile event experience. In 2019, AECC closed, the arena was demolished in 2020, and the site evolved into TECA (The Event Complex Aberdeen), later branded as P&J Live. Today, P&J Live sits at East Burn Road, Stoneywood, Aberdeen AB21 9FX, offering modern facilities and substantial capacity for concerts, conferences, and major international events.
Whether you’re attending a premiere concert, a conference, or a sporting event, you’ll find seating configurations and spaces designed to fit a range of needs, from intimate gatherings to large-scale showcases. This page covers seating details, parking, transportation, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you secure your seats with ease.
At P&J Live, on-site facilities include extensive parking (about 2,200 spaces) and direct pedestrian access from the surrounding complex. Transit options are convenient, with Stagecoach and First bus services nearby, plus Dyce railway station a short ride away. For visitors seeking a seamless stay, Hilton Aberdeen TECA connects directly to the TECA complex and offers comfortable accommodations close to the venue. Nearby hotels, restaurants, and amenities are well-located for pre-event meals or post-show relaxation, with affiliate partners frequently highlighted for value and reliability. If you’re planning to attend events like Offshore Europe, Aberdeen Cup tennis history, or Premier League Darts at P&J Live, we've got you covered with practical tips and trusted recommendations to secure your seats and enjoy your Aberdeen experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- AECC opened in 1985 in Bridge of Don, AB23 8BL, as a major exhibition/conference centre with a BHGE Arena (capacity 8,500) and additional spaces (Boyd Orr Hall, Gordon Suite, Crombie Suite, Forbes Suite, Fleming Auditorium).
- AECC Arena capacities included 8,500 (standing) or around 4,750 seated, with other spaces seating up to about 2,000 (depending on configuration).
- AECC closed in June 2019 and the arena was demolished in 2020; TECA (The Event Complex Aberdeen) replaced it on the same site, later branded as P&J Live.
- P&J Live is located at East Burn Road, Stoneywood, Aberdeen AB21 9FX; plans/visits pages confirm the address and access information.
- Current capacity at P&J Live ranges from roughly 10,264 seated to 15,000 seated/standing depending on configuration (arena/Event space).
- On-site hotels include Hilton Aberdeen TECA (about 200 rooms) connected to the TECA complex.
- Parking at P&J Live: about 2,200 onsite car spaces; transit options include Stagecoach/First buses, nearby Dyce railway station, and PJ1/Jet 727 services.
- Notable events: Offshore Europe oil conference (hosting from TECA/P&J Live), Aberdeen Cup tennis (historically at AECC), and Premier League Darts at P&J Live since 2020.