The plan to construct a new 18,000-seater indoor arena in Kallang was first announced in March this year, with further details unveiled during Prime M
The plan to construct a new 18,000-seater indoor arena in Kallang was first announced in March this year, with further details unveiled during Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s 2024 National Day Rally speech.
Larger Capacity to Attract More People
Minister for Culture, Community and Youth Edwin Tong elaborated on the project during an engagement session on Aug. 21. He emphasized that indoor arenas are essential drivers of sporting success, allowing Singapore to host world-class sports events while invigorating the surrounding areas. With the new indoor arena, Singapore aims to elevate its status as a venue for sophisticated, high-profile events, keeping pace with regional competitors.
The new arena will feature a capacity of 18,000 fixed seats, surpassing the current indoor stadium’s capacity of 12,000. Tong stated that its multi-purpose design will enhance Singapore’s attractiveness as a destination for sports, entertainment, and lifestyle events.
Currently, Singapore hosts several major sporting events, including the Singapore Badminton Open, Singapore World Chess Championships, and the Women’s Tennis Association 250 tournament. The addition of this new indoor arena is expected to facilitate larger-scale and a more diverse range of events.
So When Is Beyoncé Coming?
In an interview with Mothership on Aug. 21, 2024, Tong expressed that in addition to major sporting events, Kallang is poised to become a vibrant hub for local recreation and “great concerts.” When asked about the possibility of Beyoncé performing at the new venue, he chuckled and remarked, “Never say never.”
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