Bangkok Arena, located in Khok Faet, Nong Chok, Bangkok, Thailand, is an indoor sporting arena designed to be versatile for various activities including concerts, basketball, futsal, and volleyball. Here is a detailed description of its meeting, conference, and event facilities:
Arena Details
- Capacity: The arena has a seating capacity of 12,000 spectators.
- Size: The building spans 10 rai with a total usable area of approximately 30,000 square meters.
- Design: The arena features a 5-level amphitheater with a roof height of 34 meters and is 116 meters wide and 132 meters long.
- Structural Design: The field uses a steel cable rod to pull the steel roof frame, weighing about 3,000 tons. The architectural design includes pillars and roof framing in the Kranok pattern, combining patterns of blossoms.
Function Rooms
Bangkok Arena does not have specific function rooms listed in the provided information. However, it is designed to host various events such as concerts, basketball games, futsal matches, and volleyball games. The arena's versatility allows it to accommodate different types of events and activities.
Event Hosting
The arena is expected to host a variety of events including:
- Concerts: Due to its large capacity, it can host concerts and other entertainment events.
- Sports Events: It is specifically designed for sports like basketball, futsal, and volleyball.
- Meetings and Conferences: While it does not have dedicated function rooms, the arena's large space can be utilized for meetings and conferences.
Additional Information
The arena was initially scheduled to be finished in 2012 for the 2012 FIFA Futsal World Cup but was delayed due to the 2011 Thailand floods. It was finally opened in 2015, in time for the 2015 AFF Futsal Championship.