Convention CentreBronze

Rotterdam Ahoy

Rotterdam, South Holland, NLby AEG / ASM Global

54,000 sqm

Indoor Space

16,500

Plenary Capacity

1,700

Banquet Capacity

35

Breakout Rooms

6

Exhibition Halls

About this Venue

Rotterdam Ahoy is a multi-purpose complex in Rotterdam, Netherlands, featuring a convention centre, exhibition halls, and the iconic Ahoy Arena. Originally opened in 1950, the current complex dates from 1971 and was significantly expanded in 2020 with the addition of the Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre (RACC) and RTM Stage. It hosts a wide array of events including fairs, exhibitions, congresses, conferences, concerts, and major sports tournaments. The venue is known for its versatility, modern facilities, and commitment to sustainability.

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Venue at a Glance

Venue Type

Convention Centre

City

Rotterdam

Country

NL

Total Indoor Space

54,000 sqm

Max Plenary

16,500

Max Banquet

1,700

Breakout Rooms

35

Exhibition Halls

6

Airport Distance

17 min

Hotel Rooms (1km)

250

Accessibility

70/10

Full Address

Ahoyweg 10, Rotterdam, South Holland, 3084 BA, NL

Event Spaces & Rooms

10 configurable spaces

Space NameTypeTheatreClassroomBanquetReceptionArea
Ahoy Arenaarena
RTM Stageconcert_hall_auditorium
Hall 1exhibition_hall
Exhibition & Event Halls (Halls 2-6)exhibition_hall
Rotterdam Ahoy Convention Centre (RACC) Meeting Roomsmeeting_rooms
Congreszaalconference_room
Port 1meeting_room
De Rotterdamevent_space
Club Ahoyevent_space
RDM Submarine Wharfevent_space

Sustainability

Rotterdam Ahoy has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, deeply rooted in its history. The venue focuses on smart and sustainable energy management, including investments in 5,442 solar panels (supplying 25% of electricity needs), heat and cold storage, and a gas-free climate control system. It also features a moss sedum roof (1,713 m²) for natural insulation and a sustainable urban water buffer system that reuses 20,000 cubic metres of rainwater for cleaning. Social sustainability is emphasized through creating an open, safe, and accessible environment for all. The venue aims for circularity in waste management, promotes eco-friendly transport, and collaborates with partners and local communities on sustainable initiatives. It also hosts sustainability conferences.

Notable Past Events

28 events hosted

Eurovision Song Contest 2021
MTV Europe Music Awards (1997, 2016)
Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2007
World Judo Championships 2009
World Artistic Gymnastics Championships (1987, 2010)
World Table Tennis Championships 2011
UCI BMX World Championships 2014
Women's European Volleyball Championship 2015
World Short Track Speed Skating Championships 2017
Premier League Darts
Rotterdam Open
Six Days of Rotterdam
North Sea Jazz Festival
Art Rotterdam
Hans Zimmer Live
Fally Ipupa
Dave Chappelle & Killer Mike
Keith Sweat, SWV and Ginuwine
Bee Gees Forever
Rotterdam Rave
Ludovico Einaudi
A State of Trance
C2C: Country to Country
Chandler Moore
Black Coffee
Urban Future 2024
Europort
Led Zeppelin concert (1980)

Subvention & Funding Support

Rotterdam Partners offers complimentary support to event organizers, including connecting them with venues and service partners, providing city information, and assisting with bids and congresses to promote Rotterdam as a host city.

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Quick Facts

Airport
17 min drive
Hotels (1km)
250 rooms
Exhibition Halls
6
Breakout Rooms
35
Indoor Space
54,000 sqm

Contact Information

www.ahoy.nl — register free for link access

Destination

Rotterdam, Netherlands

Europe — Western Europe

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Data Quality

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Last Verified

5 Apr 2026

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