SM Prime Holdings, Inc. (SM Prime), one of Southeast Asia’s leading integrated property developers, is proud to announce the upcoming grand opening of the SM Seaside Cebu Arena in June 2026. As the first purpose-built, multipurpose indoor arena in the Province of Cebu, the facility is poised to become the premier destination for world-class entertainment and sports in the region.
Situated within the thriving South Coast City integrated estate, the arena is a feat of modern engineering and design. The facility spans a massive building footprint of 1.6 hectares, with a total gross floor area of approximately 7.4 hectares.
Designed to provide a seamless experience for visitors, a SkyBridge will directly link the arena to the SMX Convention Center Cebu and SM Seaside City Cebu, ensuring easy accessibility and efficient foot traffic across the lifestyle district.
The SM Seaside Cebu Arena is engineered to host a wide array of events, from high-octane sporting matches to massive international concert tours. Key features include:
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Massive Capacity: Accommodations for over 25,000 guests.
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Premium Viewing: Multi-level spectator areas, exclusive corporate suites, and luxury VIP lounges.
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Advanced Technology: Professional-grade sports and entertainment systems tailored for international standards.
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Lifestyle Integration: A diverse range of food and beverage concepts and lifestyle amenities.
The project reflects SM Prime’s commitment to decentralizing world-class entertainment from Metro Manila and boosting the economic profile of the Visayas. “By building a venue of this scale in Cebu, we are strengthening the Visayas as a destination for international events, domestic tourism, and long-term investment,” said Jeffrey C. Lim, President of SM Prime. “Cebuanos have long supported live events, and this venue makes global acts more accessible without the added cost of traveling to Manila.”
SM Seaside Cebu Arena builds on the success of the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Arena in Pasay City. Since its 2012 debut with Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Ball, the MOA Arena has hosted global icons such as Taylor Swift, BTS, and BLACKPINK, as well as prestigious sporting events like the NBA Global Games and the FIBA Basketball World Cup.
Ahead of its 2026 opening, the SM Seaside Cebu Arena is already in active negotiations with international concert promoters, sports federations, and corporate organizers, ensuring a robust pipeline of events for its inaugural year.
