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About Bilbao Exhibition Centre

The Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC), located at Ronda de Azkue, 1, 48902 Barakaldo (Ansio), just outside Bilbao, is one of northern Spain’s premier multi-purpose venues. Spanning about 150,000 m2 across six column-free exhibition halls, BEC is designed to handle large-scale fairs, conferences, concerts, and sports events with versatility and reliability. The complex also houses the Bizkaia Arena, a multi-purpose arena that regularly hosts world-class concerts, basketball, and other large events. With direct transit links, ample parking, and nearby hotel and dining options, BEC provides a straightforward, no-fuss experience for attendees and organizers alike.

Whether you’re attending a convention in the 18,000 m2 congress area or catching a show in Bizkaia Arena (concert seating up to approximately 20,000 and sports configurations reaching around 18,000), you’ll find seamless access via the Ansio metro station (Line 2) and nearby Barakaldo RENFE station. The Bilbao Airport sits about 13 km away for international travelers. We’ve highlighted convenient parking (up to 4,000 spaces), plus trusted partner hotels and dining options to help you secure your plans quickly. As your trusted connection in the events world, we’ve got you covered for a smooth, reliable experience at BEC.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location/address: Ronda de Azkue, 1, 48902 Barakaldo (Ansio neighborhood), near Bilbao, Spain.
  • Exhibition space: about 150,000 m2 distributed across six halls without columns.
  • Bizkaia Arena: multi-purpose arena within the complex; can be configured for concerts, sports, cinema, etc. Concert seating up to around 20,000 (sports up to ~18,000; some sources cite up to 26,000 in broader configurations).
  • Congress centre: 18,000 m2 for conventions and meetings.
  • Parking: up to 4,000 spaces across multiple levels.
  • Transit: adjacent Ansio metro station (Line 2); Barakaldo RENFE station nearby; Bilbao Airport ~13 km away.
  • Nearby hotels: several options in Barakaldo/Bilbao area (examples include Hotel Embarcadero, Vincci Consulado de Bilbao, BYPILLO Bilbo, etc.).
  • Notable events: MTV Europe Music Awards 2018 were held at Bizkaia Arena; the venue has hosted major fairs (e.g., BIEMH) and sports events (e.g., 2014 FIBA Basketball World Cup).
  • Renamed/demolished: no demolition or renaming; BEC remains a standing, active complex with Bizkaia Arena as its main indoor arena.