First Interstate Arena

First Direct Arena in Leeds, LS2 8BY, UK, is a versatile and world-class venue ideal for meetings, conferences, and various events. Here is a detailed description of its facilities and function rooms:

Venue Overview

• Capacity: The main auditorium can accommodate up to 12,000 people, making it suitable for large-scale events.

• Configuration: The arena features a unique "super theatre" style configuration, with all seats facing the stage and high-quality acoustics, providing an intimate atmosphere with reduced viewing distances.

• Location: Strategically located near Leeds Train Station and Leeds Bradford International Airport, making it easily accessible.

Function Rooms

• Auditorium

• Capacity: Up to 12,000 people
• Configurations: Banqueting, Theatre, Cabaret, and Reception

• Boardroom

• Capacity: 20 people
• Configurations: Boardroom

• Black and White Lounge

• Capacity: 100 people (banqueting), 40 people (boardroom), 100 people (theatre), 80 people (cabaret), 350 people (reception)
• Features: Dedicated entrance, natural light, registration desk, and the ability to partition into separate zones.

• Level 1 Concourse

• Capacity: Flexible space suitable for conferences, exhibitions, seminars, or team building.
• Features: Ideal for multiple sessions or break-out spaces when combined with the Black and White Lounge.

• Production Office and Promoter Office

• Capacity: 30 people each
• Configurations: Boardroom

• Concourses

• Capacity: 800 people
• Configurations: Theatre

Services

• Event Tailoring: The venue offers a tailored approach to ensure that all expectations are exceeded, providing an unforgettable event experience.

• Versatile Spaces: The arena boasts a choice of luxury function rooms and versatile spaces, making it suitable for various events such as product launches, exhibitions, dinners, conventions, awards, AGMs, conferences, celebrations, fundraisers, meetings, roadshows, car launches, fashion shows, and receptions.

• Accessibility: The venue is easily accessible by both train and air, with Leeds Train Station and Leeds Bradford International Airport nearby.

First Direct Arena is operated by SMG Europe, a world leader in venue management, marketing, and development, ensuring top-notch service and management for all events.