Name finally revealed for Bristol's long-awaited arena | Bristol Live Skip to main content Bristol's arena will be called the Aviva Arena and will sit within the YTL Live entertainment complex (artist's impression of what the arena will look like outside)(Image: YTL) Bristol's arena has officially been named at a special ceremony at neighbouring Aerospace Bristol today (Thursday, February 19). YTL Live, the operating company behind the new live entertainment complex which is being built at the Brabazon Hangars, has announced UK insurer Aviva as the new partner of the upcoming 20,000 capacity indoor arena. The landmark and long-term multi-million-pound sponsorship agreement secures naming rights for the venue, which will be known as Aviva Arena when it opens in late 2028. It will be one of the largest venues in the country and a first of its kind for the West of England. An estimated 1.4 million people are expected to attend live music, sports and entertainment at Aviva Arena each year.
Published: February 19, 2026 12:01 pm
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