Concerts may have been in short supply over the last year and a half, but music fans are looking forward to getting back into venues big and small to listen to their favorite bands perform. And when we say big, we mean really big. While many iconic venues offer room for 5 or 10,000 spectators, the biggest venues in the world make that look like small fry. In this article, we explore the 20 largest music venues around the globe, highlighting their unique features and the legendary artists who have performed in these colossal spaces.
These venues are not just places to watch a concert; they are experiences in themselves. From the massive Great Strahov Stadium in Prague to the historic Wembley Stadium in London, each venue has its own story to tell. Get ready to discover where the biggest concerts happen and what makes these locations special in the world of live music!
As we delve into the details, you'll learn about the capacity, history, and notable performances at each venue. Whether you're a concert-goer looking for your next venue to visit or just a music lover curious about where your favorite bands have played, this guide is for you. Let’s take a closer look at the world’s biggest music venues!
What You Will Learn
- The Great Strahov Stadium in Prague boasts a capacity of 250,000.
- AT&T Stadium in Texas can host up to 105,000 spectators.
- The iconic Wembley Stadium has a rich history of hosting major artists.
- Bukit Jalil National Stadium is the largest stadium in Southeast Asia.
- The Maracanã Stadium has a record-breaking concert attendance of 198,000.
1. Great Strahov Stadium
Initially built for synchronized gymnastics, the Great Strahov Stadium in Prague, Czech Republic, is the second biggest stadium ever built, and can hold a whopping 250,000 spectators - 56,000 of those being seated. Since 1990, concerts have been held at the Great Strahov, with artists including Guns N' Roses, U2, and Bon Jovi playing there.
The biggest concerts ever held there were The Rolling Stones in 1995, attended by 127,000 people, and Pink Floyd in 1994, which was attended by 110,000 fans.
2. AT&T Stadium
With enough seating for 80,000 and a full capacity of 105,000 including standing, this stadium in Arlington, Texas, is used for everything from being the home of the Dallas Cowboys to staging rodeos. Since 2009, huge concerts have been staged there, including gigs from Paul McCartney, U2, Taylor Swift, Metallica, and Kenny Chesney.
3. Ohio Stadium
Ohio Stadium - on the campus of Ohio State University in Columbus - initially opened in 1922 with a capacity of 66,210, but this has been raised numerous times to reach a capacity of 104,944. As well as being a sports stadium, the Horseshoe, as it is nicknamed, has played host to concerts from Pink Floyd, George Strait, and Beyoncé and Jay-Z.
It was reported that 90,000 people attended Buckeye Country Superfest there in 2015.
4. Beijing National Stadium
While it was designed for the 2008 Summer Olympics and Paralympics, Beijing National Stadium, with its 91,000 capacity, is multi-purpose. Jackie Chan was the first star to hold a concert there, in 2009, and since then, many Chinese and Korean artists have performed at the stadium.
5. Wembley Stadium
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