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From Pavarotti To Linkin Park: Sydney's Iconic Arena Hits 15 Million Tickets Sold; Top-5 Live Music Venue In The World, Qudos Bank Area, Hits New Milestone

Qudos Bank Arena

Qudos Bank Arena today announced it sold its 15 millionth ticket at the weekend’s Linkin Park concert, marking a major milestone for the Sydney venue since opening in 1999.

Originally built as the Sydney SuperDome, the arena has spent more than two decades hosting some of the world’s biggest names in music, sport and entertainment. Voted Top-5 Live Music Venue in the world for 2025 by Billboard magazine, the venue continues to set box office records.

Sydney engineering student Jarrod Garwood, 20, struck gold when he bought a ticket to Linkin Park’s sold-out show in Sydney, landing a money-can’t-buy experience.

“Congratulations to our 15 millionth ticket purchaser,” said Michael Cox, Deputy General Manager, Qudos Bank Arena. “You represent the many millions of people who have come through our doors and helped make our venue what it is. We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone with you and make your night truly memorable.”

From the beginning, Qudos Bank Arena has held a special place in the sporting, entertainment and cultural hearts of Australians.

Qudos Bank Arena, owned by TEG and proudly operated by Legends Global, working alongside its partners to bring fans live entertainment experiences to Sydney.

In November 1999, the venue officially opened with a special performance by Luciano Pavarotti. The arena also played a central role hosting basketball, gymnastics and trampolining,  during the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

Most recently, the arena delivered a record-breaking $14.4 million box office for UFC 325, underscoring its continued role in staging major live sport and entertainment events in Australia.

In music, Qudos Bank Arena has hosted many of the world’s biggest artists across multiple genres and generations. Highlights include:

●  P!NK – 147,970 tickets sold across nine shows on her Beautiful Trauma World Tour

●  Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour set a new single-event attendance record of 21,001 patrons, previously held by Justin Timberlake’s FutureSex/LoveShow Tour

●  RÜFÜS DU SOL – 48,865 tickets sold across three shows in November 2025, setting a new benchmark for an electronic music act at the venue

●  TWICE –  29,572 tickets sold over two shows for their This Is For World Tour, establishing a new record for the highest ticket sales by a K-Pop artist at the arena.

●  Katy Perry – returned to the Arena in 2025 for three blockbuster shows, reinforcing the venue's status as a destination for global touring acts.

Legends Global Chairman & CEO, Harvey Lister AM:

“Qudos Bank Arena is one of Australia's most important live entertainment destinations and hitting this magnificent milestone of 15 million tickets sold, shows how the venue has become much used and much loved by the people of Sydney.

“The arena has played host to so many of Sydney's most memorable entertainment moments over the past 27 years and now regularly ranks in the top 10 in ticket sales for large indoor arenas anywhere in the world. 

“With a constant stream of sport, music, comedy and family events, Qudos Bank Arena has become a firm audience, promoter and fan favourite with an incredibly bright future ahead.”

Michael Cox, Deputy General Manager, Qudos Bank Arena:

“Behind every event at our venue is an incredible team. Up to 1,000 people work with us at each event to deliver over 120 performances annually and experiences for audiences. I want to sincerely thank every one of them for the role they play in bringing these events to life.

“I also want to acknowledge the promoters, hirers and partners who trust us with their shows, and most importantly the people of Sydney and New South Wales whose passion for live performances, sport and family events makes it all possible.”

Cameron Hoy, Chief Operating Officer, Ticketek Entertainment Group

“Qudos Bank Arena is one of the world’s most iconic and visited venues, and the 15 million tickets sold is testament to the important role the arena plays in bringing the very best in live experiences to the people of Sydney.

“TEG congratulates Harvey Lister, and the team at Legends Global in reaching this incredible milestone, and we look forward to many more incredible events at Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena.”

About us:

 

ABOUT QUDOS BANK ARENA

Qudos Bank Arena is Australasia’s number 1 venue for live entertainment and largest indoor arena, located in Sydney Olympic Park. As a world-class venue, the Arena was named in the Top-5 Live Music Venues in the World for 2025 by Billboard magazine (*Venues with a capacity of 15,001 or more).  The venue hosts concerts, sports events, comedy and family entertainment experiences, attracting over 1 million patrons annually.

ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world’s greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services, including feasibility and consulting, project development, sales, partnerships, venue management, hospitality, merchandise, and content and booking. Our white-label approach ensures our partners remain front and centre while we harness the power of our global network – including over 450 venues, 20,000 events, and 165 million guests annually – to enhance their business and guest experience. To learn more, visit us at www.LegendsGlobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

LEGENDS GLOBAL (APAC and MENA)

From its APAC regional headquarters in Brisbane, Australia, Legends Global operates, manages and books a network of venues that includes:

Stadiums – Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane; Kai Tak Sports Park Main Stadium, Hong Kong; and 50% ownership of VenuesLive, the operator of Optus Stadium, Perth ;

Entertainment and Indoor Sports Arenas – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney; RAC Arena, Perth; Brisbane Entertainment Centre; Newcastle Entertainment Centre, TikTok Entertainment Centre; Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Great Hall; Cairns Arena, Bangkok Arena (under construction); Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai; and Kai Tak Sports Park Indoor Arena, Hong Kong;

Live Performance Theatres – Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Sydney, Bahrain, Dubai, and Kuala Lumpur;

Convention & Exhibition Centres – Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Newcastle, Sydney, Christchurch, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Bahrain, and Riyadh.

ABOUT TEG

Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) is a Fan Experience Group, powered by digital, data, and technology, united by our purpose – We Partner to Make Life Better Live. With the Fan as our Star, TEG brings together Ticketek, TEG Touring, TEG Sport, TEG Experiences, and Ovation to create, promote, and power world-class live entertainment.

From global concert tours and major sporting events to immersive family and cultural experiences, TEG makes it easier for Fans to find, and attend unforgettable events.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Qudos Bank Arena acknowledges that we are on Wangal land. This land connects us all to the past and the future. We respect Wangal Country, recognise Elders past, present and emerging as Traditional Custodians of it, and celebrate the ongoing deep cultural connection of the people who continue to carry its language, song, dance, and stories.

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