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Embaixador Abelardo Bueno Arena is a premier indoor multi-purpose venue in the Barra da Tijuca district of Rio de Janeiro. Known for its flexible seating configurations, the arena hosts sports, concerts, and large conventions. Located at Avenida Embaixador Abelardo Bueno, 3401, the venue has undergone name changes over the years, most recently in 2024 under a naming-rights agreement. Whether you’re here for gymnastics, basketball, or a headline concert, we’ve got you covered with clear seating information, easy access, and trusted local partners for lodging and dining.
Note: All seating is configurable by event type. When you buy tickets, you’ll see exact seating details for your show, including available great seats and the section you want options. Date information follows event-level details: some events may be RESCHEDULED from its original date or Date to be announced for upcoming shows.
Location, access, and nearby amenities are a big part of your ticket experience. The Embaixador Abelardo Bueno Arena is well connected to Rio de Janeiro’s transit network, including the BRT Rio 2 line and Parque Olímpico stations, with metro connections in Jardim Oceânico and connections to Transoeste/Transolímpica routes. On-site parking is available, with spaces depending on event configuration. For hotel stays and dining, we highlight nearby options with affiliate partner recommendations to help you secure comfortable accommodation and convenient dining after the show.
Key details
- Location: Avenida Embaixador Abelardo Bueno, 3401, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 22775-040
- Venue type: Indoor multi-purpose arena
- Seating: Four-level bleacher arrangement; adaptable for sports, concerts, and conventions
- Capacity: 15,430 for sports; up to 18,768 for concerts
- Parking: On-site parking available; typically 500–1,000 spaces depending on event
- Transit: BRT Rio 2, Parque Olímpico stations; metro connections in Jardim Oceânico; Transoeste/Transolímpica networks
- Nearby hotels: Multiple options in Barra da Tijuca; example: Residence Inn Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca
- Nearby dining: Diverse restaurant options in the Barra area; affiliate partner recommendations available
- Notable events: Pan American Games gymnastics; 2016 Olympics gymnastics and wheelchair basketball; UFC/NBA events
- Past names: HSBC Arena (2008–2016), Jeunesse Arena (2017–2023), renamed Farmasi Arena in 2024
Plan your visit
Whether you’re securing seats for a gymnastics showcase, a basketball game, or a headline concert, we’ve got you covered with reliable information and easy ticket access. Use our affiliate partners for hotel stays and dining near the venue to make your trip smooth from arrival to post-show.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location/address: Avenida Embaixador Abelardo Bueno, 3401, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, RJ 22775-040.
- Venue type: Indoor multi-purpose arena with four levels of seating.
- Capacity: 15,430 for sports events; up to 18,768 for concerts.
- Seating/chart: Four-tier bleacher arrangement; configuration adapts for sports, concerts, and conventions.
- Parking: On-site parking available; sources cite approximately 500 spaces (Consequence) and up to about 1,000 spaces (GL Events).
- Transit: Accessible via BRT Rio 2 and Parque Olímpico stations; integrated with metro connections (Jardim Oceanico area) and Transoeste/Transolímpica networks.
- Nearby hotels: Example nearby option is Residence Inn Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca; Barra area offers multiple hotels.
- Notable events hosted: Pan American Games 2007 gymnastics, 2016 Olympics gymnastics and wheelchair basketball, UFC/NBA events; formerly known as Arena Olímpica do Rio, RioArena, HSBC Arena, Jeunesse Arena.
- Renaming history: Renamed Farmasi Arena in 2024 after a naming-rights deal; previously HSBC Arena (2008–2016) and Jeunesse Arena (2017–2023).