SM Mall of Asia Arena, Manila Venue Guide
About SM Mall of Asia Arena (MoA Arena)
SM Mall of Asia Arena (also known as MoA Arena) is a large indoor arena in Bay City, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines, part of the SM Mall of Asia complex by Manila Bay. It has a standard seating capacity of 15,000 and can accommodate up to 20,000 at full-house capacity. The arena opened on May 21, 2012, with Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Ball as its first public event. Designed by Arquitectonica, it spans about 52,000 square meters and is used for concerts, basketball (PBA, UAAP, NCAA), volleyball (Premier Volleyball League), and other sports and entertainment events, making it one of the Philippines’ premier venues for large-scale shows.
Venue Features
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 15,000 standard seating; up to 20,000 full-house |
| Area | 52,000 sq m |
| Opened | May 21, 2012 |
| Design | Arquitectonica |
| Use | Concerts, basketball (PBA, UAAP, NCAA), volleyball (PVL), sports, entertainment |
Facilities
- Indoor arena with professional lighting and sound
- Multiple seating levels and configurations
- Part of SM Mall of Asia (dining, retail, parking, transport links)
- Accessible facilities; check venue for specific services
Address & Transport
Address: SM Mall of Asia Arena, SM Mall of Asia Complex, Bay City, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines. The arena is within the Mall of Asia complex along the Manila Bay reclamation area.
- By car: Drive to SM Mall of Asia; parking is available at the mall (check rates and availability on event days).
- By taxi / ride-hail: Set destination to SM Mall of Asia or Mall of Asia Arena; common from anywhere in Metro Manila.
- By bus: Various bus routes serve the Mall of Asia area; check current routes to MOA / Pasay.
- By train: LRT-1 or MRT to the nearest station, then bus or taxi to Mall of Asia. EDSA is a main corridor for connections.
Event Guide
Before You Arrive
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Valid ticket | All guests must hold a valid ticket for the event |
| ID | Present ID if required by the promoter or ticketing platform |
| Arrival | Arrive in good time for security and entry; large events may have queues |
| Parking | SM Mall of Asia has parking; allow extra time on event days |
Seating
Seating layout varies by event (concert, basketball, etc.). Check your ticket for section, block, row, and seat. The arena offers multiple levels and clear sightlines.
Venue Rules
- Follow photography and recording rules set by the promoter and venue
- No smoking inside the venue
- Only purchase tickets through official channels; resale or scalping may result in refused entry
- Comply with SM Mall of Asia Arena and local regulations