Avicii ArenaAbout Avicii Arena
Avicii Arena, formerly known as the Ericsson Globe or Globen, is a large spherical indoor arena in the Johanneshov district of Stockholm. It is widely described as the world’s largest spherical building, with a diameter of about 110 metres and a height of roughly 85 metres.
The arena hosts concerts, ice hockey and large public events with a typical capacity of around 16,000 for major shows. The exterior features the SkyView gondola attraction that carries visitors to a viewing cabin near the top of the sphere for panoramic views across Stockholm.
Opened in the late 1980s as part of the Stockholm Globe complex, the arena forms a prominent landmark on the southern approaches to central Stockholm and is served by the Globen metro station and other public transport links. It was renamed Avicii Arena in 2021 in memory of the Swedish musician Avicii and to support related charitable initiatives.
The site is part of a larger entertainment and sports precinct that includes secondary arenas and event facilities; it is frequently used for international sporting fixtures and large-scale cultural events.
- Structure and name: Known as the world’s largest spherical building, the arena has a diameter of about 110 metres and a height around 85 metres, and was renamed Avicii Arena in 2021.
- Capacity and access: Typical event capacity is about 16,000 for concerts; check event schedules and public transport as the Globen area can be busy on match and concert days.
What to See#
- Main arena bowl: The main spherical arena bowl which hosts concerts, ice hockey, and large-scale events with an arena capacity of around 16,000 depending on configuration.
- SkyView gondolas: SkyView - an external gondola system that travels up the arena’s exterior to a viewpoint near the summit, offering panoramic views over Stockholm.
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Best Time to Visit Avicii Arena
Best visited during scheduled events - concert and sports calendars determine the arena's busiest times. Plan around specific performances for the intended visitor experience.
Weather & Climate near Avicii Arena
Avicii Arena's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -6°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (581 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 42 mm | overcast | 96% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.7h |
| February | Poor | -6° - 0° | -8° | 29 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.0h |
| March | Poor | -3° - 3° | -4° | 35 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 0° - 8° | 1° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 14.3h |
| May | Very Good | 5° - 15° | 10° | 30 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.1 m/s | 1.0 high | 16.8h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 18.2h |
| July | Very Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 70 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 17.5h |
| August | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 64 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 15.3h |
| September | Good | 8° - 15° | 12° | 57 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 53 mm | overcast | 89% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 10.0h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 5° | -2° | 60 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.4h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 2° | -6° | 50 mm | overcast | 97% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.9h |
How to Get to Avicii Arena
The arena is adjacent to Globen metro station on Stockholm’s Green Line; buses serve the district and there is pedestrian linkage from central Södermalm and adjacent neighbourhoods.
Tips for Visiting Avicii Arena
- Check the event calendar before visiting - the arena's programming changes frequently and affects access.
- Globe Square and the surrounding Tele2 Arena district have good public transport links via the Ericsson Globe (Globen) station on the metro (Green Line).
- For hockey or concert experiences, arrive early for fan zones and to enjoy pre-show atmosphere around the arena.