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Metallica’s roar echoes still. Right here stands Royal Arena a testament to Copenhagen’s vibrant spirit. Royal Arena opened in February 2017. It wasn’t just another building. It was a dream realized. Copenhagen needed a venue. A space large enough for international events. Parken Stadium was too big. Brondby Hall and Ballerup Super Arena were too small. Malmo Arena in Sweden was an option. But Copenhagen wanted its own. Royal Arena was born from this need. The city council first designated Orestad for redevelopment in 1993. The arena was a key part of that plan. The design was unveiled in 2012. 3XN HKS Inc Arup ME Engineers and Planit IE created a distinctly Nordic design. Royal Arena is more than just concrete and steel. Realdania and Copenhagen Municipality invested heavily. Live Nation was chosen to operate the arena beating out AEG Facilities. Royal Unibrew secured the naming rights in 2014. The arena’s construction cost a billion DKK. That’s over 134 million Euros. The first event was Metallica. Their WorldWired Tour kicked things off in February 2017. Three nights 46500 fans a record-breaking start. Royal Arena is adaptable. It holds 12500 for ice hockey 13000 for handball. Concerts can fill it to 17000. Since then it has hosted major events. The 2017 European Short Course Swimming Championships were a splash. The 2018 IIHF World Championship and the 2019 World Men’s Handball Championship also graced its stage. E-sports found a home too. BLAST Premier tournaments are regulars. Royal Arena’s future is bright. The PGL Major Copenhagen 2024 Counter-Strike 2 Major is coming. The International Dota 2 tournament is also scheduled. Royal Arena isn’t just a venue. It’s a cultural icon a beacon of entertainment. It’s a part of Copenhagen’s story. A story that continues to unfold.

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