Poliedro de Caracas

The Poliedro de Caracas, located at Avenida Principal de La Rinconada, Caracas 1090, Distrito Capital, Venezuela, is a versatile indoor sports arena and event venue. Here is a detailed description of its meeting, conference, and event facilities:

Meeting and Event Facilities

Geodesic Dome Structure: The Poliedro de Caracas is housed beneath a geodesic dome, providing a unique and spacious environment for various events. The dome has a seating capacity of 20,000 for concerts and 13,500 for sporting events.

Event Usage: The venue is used for a wide range of activities including concerts, ice skating shows, circuses, trade expositions like auto shows and furniture exhibitions (expomuebles), and sporting events such as basketball and boxing.

Function Rooms and Capacities

While specific function rooms are not detailed in the available information, the venue is known for its flexibility in accommodating various types of events. The capacity can range from 13,500 for sporting events to 20,000 for concerts, depending on the event type.

Services

• Event Hosting: The Poliedro de Caracas has hosted numerous high-profile events, including international acts and local performances. It has been the main venue for the Miss Venezuela beauty pageant and the 2013 FIBA AmeriCup.

• Rent Rates: The rent rates for concerts and some sporting events range from $400 to $1,000 per day.

• Event Variety: The venue supports a variety of activities, from concerts and sporting events to trade expositions and children’s shows.

Additional Information

• History: The Poliedro de Caracas was finished in 1974 and officially inaugurated with a boxing match between George Foreman and Ken Norton on March 26, 1974.

• Notable Events: It has been a significant cultural and leisure hub in Caracas, hosting various international and local acts, including Michael Jackson who was scheduled to perform but had to cancel due to health issues.

The Poliedro de Caracas offers a comprehensive event space with a rich history of hosting diverse and large-scale events, making it an ideal choice for meeting, conference, and event planners.