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About Melbourne Arena

John Cain Arena, formerly known as Melbourne Arena, is a premier multi‑purpose venue inside Melbourne Park. With a fixed seating capacity of 10,300 that can adapt for different events, it hosts tennis during the Australian Open, professional basketball, netball, concerts, and a variety of touring shows. Located at 35 Olympic Blvd, Melbourne, VIC 3004, Australia, the arena is easily reachable by public transport and offers convenient parking and nearby dining and lodging options. We’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.

Whether you’re catching a high‑spirited NBL game with Melbourne United or South East Melbourne Phoenix, or enjoying a concert, John Cain Arena is designed to put spectators close to the action. Official entrances are on Olympic Boulevard and Batman Avenue, and seating configurations vary by event. Consider pre‑booking parking at the Eastern Plaza Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard) for around the best available price, with drive‑up options often at about the best available price. Public transport is highly convenient: Tram 70 serves John Cain Arena, and trains, trams, and buses service Melbourne Park. For visitors staying nearby, the Pullman Melbourne on the Park sits just across Wellington Parade, with additional accommodation options within the precinct. Secure your seats and plan ahead with our insider tips and reliable ticket access.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current name: John Cain Arena (renamed from Melbourne Arena in December 2020).
  • Address: 35 Olympic Blvd, Melbourne, VIC 3004, Australia.
  • Venue type: Multi‑purpose arena located within Melbourne Park; hosts tennis (Australian Open), basketball, netball, concerts and other events.
  • Capacity: 10,300 (fixed seating; can vary by event with different configurations).
  • Seating chart: Seating configurations vary by event; official venue maps show entrances on Olympic Boulevard and Batman Avenue.
  • Parking: Eastern Plaza Car Park (Entrance D, Olympic Boulevard); pre‑booking recommended; event parking typically around $20 (pre‑booked) or $30 (drive‑up).
  • Transit: Highly accessible by public transport; trains, trams, and buses serve Melbourne Park; Tram 70 stops at John Cain Arena.
  • Nearby hotels: Pullman Melbourne on the Park located across Wellington Parade, with nearby accommodation options within the Melbourne Park precinct.
  • Notable events hosted: Australian Open matches, home court for Melbourne United (NBL) and South East Melbourne Phoenix (NBL), Melbourne Vixens (Netball), plus concerts and touring shows.