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[![FACEIT Major London 2018 flyer](https://www.ticketfairy.com/uploaded/thumbnails/db_file_img_3801_300xauto.jpg)](https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/faceit-major-london-2018) ### [FACEIT Major London 2018](https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/faceit-major-london-2018) Thu, 20 Sep - Sun, 23 Sep 2018 Sep 20 - 23 The SSE Arena Wembley ### ### Events and Programming Engineers Way is the address of several Wembley Park destinations, but the major live-event venue at Arena Square is OVO Arena Wembley, formerly known as Wembley Arena and SSE Arena Wembley. Its programme combines touring music, comedy, sport, family entertainment, cultural celebrations and occasional corporate or broadcast events. The current programme demonstrates how broadly the arena is used. Announced events for the remainder of 2026 include André Rieu, Spiritbox, Young Jonn, Anastacia, *Diwali Story*, Simple Plan, Jay Park, Tokio Hotel, Sunil Grover, Tamer Hosny, Synthony, Gladiators Live, Omah Lay, Misfits Boxing, Tayc, Shinedown, Duke Dumont, Taemin, Don Toliver, Paul Smith, Daniel Sloss, Razorlight, Placebo and several South Asian and Arabic music events. The calendar also includes a BAPS celebration and Big Gig, showing that the venue is not limited to conventional concert touring. Programming already announced beyond 2026 includes Sota, Scouting For Girls, Role Model, Kacey Musgraves, Morgan Jay, Valery Meladze, Megadeth, Tash Sultana, Disney On Ice and The Warning in 2027. That forward calendar points to a venue comfortable with both established international artists and specialist fan communities, including electronic music, metal, K-pop, J-pop, Afrobeats, South Asian music, comedy and family shows. The recent 2021–2025 period reflects the same range. After the pandemic, the arena hosted national celebration events linked to the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, rock and punk touring acts such as The Offspring, large-scale K-pop events including ATEEZ, R&B and dancehall shows, the 25th MOBO Awards, comedy, boxing and major international concerts. Its 2024 calendar included genre-crossing artists such as DPR IAN, while 2025 included Sean Paul and Ashanti, Toto and YOASOBI. Recurring or typical bookings include one-night arena concerts, multiple-night tours when demand is high, comedy specials, boxing and wrestling, televised awards, family spectaculars and large community or religious celebrations. The venue says it hosts more than 120 shows a year and attracts more than one million visitors annually, although those figures cover the arena’s overall operation rather than a particular season’s ticketed concerts. ### Tickets and Booking Tickets are normally released in stages: an artist, promoter or venue presale may come first, followed by general sale and, for some events, later releases of production holds or returned allocations. Popular concerts can sell quickly, particularly for K-pop, J-pop, major comedy tours and artists with concentrated London fanbases. The safest approach is to use the event listing linked to the venue and buy through the authorised primary route identified for that event. There is no single Engineers Way or OVO Arena ticket price. Prices are set by the promoter and vary by artist, production, day of the week, seating location, demand and whether the ticket includes hospitality. Standard seated, standing, restricted-view, floor, premium-seat and lounge tiers may all be offered for the same show. The venue’s public information does not publish a reliable all-events price range, so a fixed figure would be misleading. For in-person help, the box office is on the right-hand side of the building’s frontage on Arena Square. On event days it opens no later than one hour before doors and normally closes around 15 minutes after the main act begins. Mobile tickets are commonly issued through the venue’s digital ticketing system, so check that the ticket is downloaded and accessible before travelling. Premium options include Empire Seats, Club Seats, VIP Seats, Terrace Suites and several lounge upgrades. Terrace Suites can accommodate up to ten guests, while lounge packages may provide a quieter pre-show space, food, drinks and merchandise access. Availability is event-specific, and a premium package does not necessarily mean the same seating location for every production. ### About Engineers Way and OVO Arena Wembley OVO Arena Wembley is a 12,500-capacity indoor arena at Arena Square, Engineers Way, Wembley Park, Wembley, HA9 0AA. It is an arena rather than a theatre: the main bowl can be configured for fully seated events, standing-floor concerts, sports, comedy, family entertainment and corporate layouts. The venue’s corporate information identifies 2,655 square metres of uninterrupted floor space and theatre-style configurations ranging from approximately 1,000 to 12,500 delegates, with banquet layouts for about 1,400 guests. The building opened on 25 July 1934 as the Empire Pool and Sports Arena for the British Empire Games. It was constructed in only nine months by approximately 800 workers. The original swimming pool remains beneath the modern standing floor, an unusual reminder of the building’s sporting past. After the Empire Games, it operated as a public pool and leisure facility, with a sun terrace and restaurant. Its sporting history includes the 1948 Olympic Games, when the building hosted boxing and swimming events, as well as ice hockey, ice skating, tennis, cycling, wrestling, basketball, netball, esports and boxing. Its first concert took place in 1959. During the 1960s, the venue hosted the NME Poll Winners Concert, with performers including The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, Cream, The Beach Boys, Dusty Springfield and Cliff Richard. The 1 May 1966 concert is particularly notable as The Beatles’ final scheduled live appearance. The arena’s later music history includes Pink Floyd, Tina Turner, Diana Ross, David Bowie, Madonna, Led Zeppelin, Queen, Janet Jackson, Take That, Boyzone, the Spice Girls and many others. In 1993 it hosted what the venue describes as the UK’s first arena comedy show, beginning a long association with stand-up and filmed comedy specials. A major refurbishment closed the arena for 14 months from 2005. The £35 million project reopened in April 2006 and introduced the Square of Fame, now Arena Square, where celebrated performers have been commemorated. The venue later hosted badminton and rhythmic gymnastics during the 2012 Olympic Games. It was among the early major venues to reopen after the COVID-19 pandemic and adopted the OVO Arena Wembley name in 2022. ### Architecture, Design and Technical Capabilities The building is Grade II listed. Historic England describes its reinforced-concrete frame as three hinged arches spanning 240 feet, at the time the largest concrete span of its kind in the world. The original pool measured 200 feet by 60 feet, with an ice-skating deck, fifteen substantial concrete buttresses and tall narrow lights rising towards the centre of each end elevation. The clear-span structure is one of the arena’s defining qualities: it avoids internal pillars interrupting the main audience view. The building’s historic shell has been adapted for modern touring productions, with a mother grid and catwalks for rigging, adequate loading limits for the arena floor and roof, and an in-house draping system that can turn the large bowl into a shorter hall or event space. The venue does not publish a permanent, visitor-facing inventory of one fixed concert sound system or lighting rig. Production-heavy shows bring systems designed for the specific artist and stage plot. The arena provides the structural and operational infrastructure, while corporate-hire information states that sound and lighting for hired events are supplied by the production team. In practice, audiences may encounter large line-array sound systems, video screens, moving lights, lasers, haze or pyrotechnics, but these are show-specific rather than guaranteed house features. ### Seating and Layout The standard seating plan is divided into numbered bays. Blocks A and B are closest to the floor and are not raised; audience members in these areas may stand during a performance. Blocks C and D are slightly raked behind them. Block E forms the East Terrace, with high rows that may not suit visitors uncomfortable with heights or steps. N and S are tiered side sections, with even-numbered bays generally in the lower tier and odd-numbered bays higher up. Standing-floor access is down 14 steps from the main concourses. For a high-energy concert, the floor offers the closest atmosphere, but it is not suitable for everyone and walking aids are not permitted there because of crowd movement. For a more relaxed view, a central seated bay or a mid-level side section usually gives a useful balance between stage perspective and distance. Always check the event-specific plan because the stage, runway, screens and production towers can change the sightlines. Premium areas include Terrace Suites, Empire Seats, Club Seats, VIP Seats and multiple lounges. Restricted-view seats are identified when sold, but audience members standing in front of seated customers can also affect the view; the venue’s terms state that this is not normally grounds for compensation. Seat bases are listed as 378 millimetres wide, so visitors who need additional space should consider accessibility or premium options before booking. ### Getting There and Parking The address is Arena Square, Engineers Way, Wembley Park, Wembley, HA9 0AA. Wembley Park Underground station is the closest Tube station, served by the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines, and the walk to the arena is approximately ten minutes. Wembley Central is another option, served by the Bakerloo line and London Overground, at roughly a 15-minute walk. Chiltern Railways trains from London Marylebone stop at Wembley Stadium station, which is also within walking distance. From Wembley Park, follow the main pedestrian route along Olympic Way towards Wembley Stadium, then use the Arena Square approach beside the arena. The route is busy before and after large shows, particularly when an event is also taking place at the stadium. Allow more time than the nominal walking distance suggests if you are travelling with children, using a wheelchair or arriving during a major stadium event. Local buses serve Wembley Park and Wembley Central, but routes can be diverted on event days. Check live transport information before leaving, especially after late concerts. The venue is close to the A406 North Circular, but driving is not necessarily faster: Engineers Way and nearby roads can close before and after stadium events, while pedestrian traffic can delay access to car parks. Wembley Park’s official event car parks are open 24 hours, CCTV monitored and marshalled on event days. Spaces should be booked in advance because availability and pricing vary by event. There is no dependable free or casual event-day parking on surrounding residential streets. Brent’s event-day parking restrictions can operate from morning until midnight, and vehicles without the correct permit may receive a penalty or be removed. Drop-off and collection points can change with road closures. A pre-arranged rideshare or taxi may not be able to reach the arena frontage, so agree a meeting point outside the controlled pedestrian zone and follow steward instructions on the night. ### Inside the Venue Expect security screening before entry. The venue uses an AI-assisted security system designed to screen people without requiring ordinary pocket items to be removed. Bags should be kept to a minimum: bags larger than 30cm wide by 40cm long by 20cm deep are prohibited, backpacks are not permitted, and bags worn on the back must not exceed 30cm wide by 20cm deep by 20cm high. There is no venue storage for prohibited bags. The arena is cashless. Concourse kiosks sell hot dogs, burgers, pizzas, nachos, cocktails, spirits, wine, prosecco, beer, cider, soft drinks, tea and coffee, with vegan and vegetarian choices available. Premium lounges offer more substantial food, including small plates, main courses and desserts. Food and drink bought outside cannot be brought into the auditorium, and alcohol is not permitted through the doors. There are merchandise counters, free Wi-Fi and food and drink counters on the North and South concourses. The arena has no cloakroom and no general readmission once you leave, so bring only what you need and do not plan to go outside for smoking or forgotten items. Electronic cigarettes are allowed in the foyer and concourses but not inside the auditorium. ### Accessibility and Inclusive Facilities The venue provides level access from the foyer to dedicated wheelchair bays via a public lift, accessible entrances, wheelchair spaces, seats for ambulant disabled guests and spaces for personal assistants. A personal-assistant ticket scheme is available subject to the venue’s booking process and evidence requirements. Accessible tickets should be arranged when the event first goes on sale because demand can be high. Accessible toilets are available on the concourses and near wheelchair viewing platforms. The venue also provides an adult changing space with a height-adjustable bench, sink and room for a mobile hoist. Radar keys are required for accessible toilets, with keys available from reception or stewards. Assistance dogs are welcome, although the venue may need to agree an alternative arrangement depending on the event format. An infrared hearing-assistance system is available, with hearing-loop coverage in specified seating areas. Assisted performances, including sign-language interpretation, may be arranged when requested in advance. Evacuation alarms use visual and audible warnings, and routes from foyer and concourse levels are step-free. Visitors using upper premium areas should note that lifts may not be used during an evacuation; staff will direct guests to a place of refuge. Recent visitor feedback is mixed but useful. Many reviews praise the arena’s easy Tube access, atmosphere, organisation, broad sightlines and strong performances. Common criticisms include compact seats, expensive food and drink, crowded queues, occasional confusion around entrances and inconsistent sound or staff experiences. An independent accessibility review published in January 2025 praised the accessible ticketing process and a close wheelchair-bay view but reported a concern with locking arrangements in one accessible toilet. Treat reviews as individual experiences and contact the venue before booking if you have a specific access need. ### Nearby Amenities Wembley Park is designed as a complete event district rather than a standalone arena forecourt. Nearby facilities include London Designer Outlet, restaurants, bars, cafés, a cinema, BOXPARK Wembley, hotels and public squares. The wider estate includes the stadium, the arena, accommodation and residential buildings, so visitors can eat before a show without travelling into central London. For the widest choice, arrive at least 90 minutes before a popular concert if you want a proper meal, merchandise and a relaxed security queue. On a normal night, arriving around an hour before doors is usually more comfortable than turning up at show time. When the stadium has an event, allow substantially longer and expect road closures, longer Tube queues and crowded pedestrian routes. Late-night travel depends on the show finish and the day of the week. Tube and Overground services do not all run equally late, and queues at Wembley Park can build quickly after a sold-out event. Check the last available service before travelling and consider staying nearby if your event ends late or you are travelling with a group that needs step-free access. ### What Makes This Venue Special OVO Arena Wembley is unusual because its identity has never been purely musical. The same structure has been a competition pool, Olympic venue, ice rink, tennis arena, boxing hall, concert room, comedy theatre and community celebration space. The suspended swimming pool beneath the standing floor gives the building a physical connection to its 1934 origins, while the Grade II-listed arches and buttresses remain visible reminders of inter-war engineering. Its cultural importance comes from the breadth of artists and audiences it has accommodated. The Beatles’ 1966 appearance, decades of NME concerts, major pop and rock residencies, arena comedy, MOBO recognition, K-pop and J-pop tours, South Asian concerts and family spectaculars all form part of a long-running London live-entertainment tradition. Current bookings suggest that its role is increasingly international and multicultural as well as mainstream. The arena also anchors the wider transformation of Wembley Park. The surrounding 85-acre district has developed into a mixed-use neighbourhood with homes, retail, hotels, restaurants and public spaces. That has made Engineers Way a year-round destination rather than simply a road used on concert nights. The wider Wembley events economy brings substantial visitor spending and employment, although public economic figures generally combine the arena, stadium and surrounding attractions rather than isolating OVO Arena alone. The benefits come with pressures. Large events create demand for hospitality, taxis, parking, security, cleaning and temporary event work, but they also bring congestion, noise, litter, road closures and increased pressure on local services. Brent’s event-day parking and transport measures reflect that balance. For visitors, the practical conclusion is simple: public transport is usually the least stressful option, and planning matters more when the stadium and arena are busy at the same time. ### Visitor Tips and Information - Check the event-specific age rule before booking. Generally, children aged 14 or under must attend with an adult; under-13s cannot use the standing floor, and 14- and 15-year-olds in standing areas must be accompanied by someone aged 16 or over. - Do not bring a backpack, suitcase, large handbag, outside food, drinks, glass, weapons, illegal substances, selfie sticks or professional recording equipment. - There is no cloakroom, no luggage storage and no readmission after leaving. - Keep your ticket charged and ready on your phone, but carry the booking details needed to recover it if your battery or connection fails. - Ask about special effects if you are sensitive to haze, smoke, pyrotechnics, flashing lights or strobe effects. - For standing concerts, choose practical footwear and arrive early if you want a position near the front. - For seated shows, check the bay, row, height and step information rather than relying only on a generic arena map. - Do not assume a stadium event will be unrelated to your arena visit: it can affect road closures, parking and Tube queues around Engineers Way. ### Frequently Asked Questions #### Is Engineers Way itself a concert venue? No. Engineers Way is a road and address within Wembley Park. The main live-event venue at Arena Square is OVO Arena Wembley, the indoor arena formerly known as Wembley Arena and SSE Arena Wembley. Other destinations on or near Engineers Way include civic, conference, retail and public-event spaces, so check the full venue name on your ticket. #### What is the exact address of OVO Arena Wembley? The official address is Arena Square, Engineers Way, Wembley Park, Wembley, HA9 0AA. Arena Square is the pedestrian-facing area directly outside the arena. Use the full postcode rather than simply entering “Wembley” into a sat-nav, because the district contains the stadium, arena, designer outlet, hotels and several other event spaces. #### How many people can OVO Arena Wembley hold? The published maximum capacity is 12,500, although the usable capacity changes with the production. Fully seated concerts, standing-floor shows, sports, comedy, hospitality and family events use different layouts. Corporate information also describes 2,655 square metres of uninterrupted floor space and theatre-style configurations ranging from approximately 1,000 to 12,500 guests. #### What kind of events are held at the arena? Expect touring concerts, comedy, boxing, wrestling, family entertainment, cultural celebrations, televised awards and occasional corporate events. Recent and announced bookings cover rock, pop, metal, electronic music, Afrobeats, R&B, South Asian music, K-pop, J-pop, classical crossover and stand-up. The programme is international rather than focused on one genre or audience. #### Are ticket prices fixed at OVO Arena Wembley? No. Prices are set separately for each event and can vary by seat, standing access, demand, production, booking stage and hospitality benefits. The venue does not publish one standard price range for all shows. Compare the available seating tiers for the specific event, and treat unusually cheap or expensive resale offers with caution. #### Can I buy tickets at the box office? The box office is located on the right-hand side of the frontage on Arena Square and operates on event days. It opens no later than one hour before doors and generally closes about 15 minutes after the main act starts. Door availability is not guaranteed, so buying through the authorised primary route is safer for popular events. #### Which area is best for a concert? It depends on your priorities. The standing floor is closest to the stage and offers the most energetic atmosphere. Central seated areas provide a balanced view, while side tiers offer height and a wider perspective. Blocks A and B are not raised, whereas E and upper N or S bays involve more steps and may feel high. #### Does the arena have standing tickets? Many concerts use a standing floor, but not every event does. The floor is reached by 14 steps from the main concourses. Walking aids are not permitted on the standing floor because of crowd movement, so visitors who need a walking stick, crutches or similar support should select a suitable seated or accessible arrangement before booking. #### Is every seat suitable for children? Age rules vary by event, but the venue’s general guidance says children aged 14 or under must be accompanied by an adult. Children aged 13 or under cannot enter the standing floor, while 14- and 15-year-olds in standing areas must be accompanied by someone aged 16 or over. Check the event’s own restrictions before purchase. #### What is the nearest Tube station? Wembley Park is the closest Tube station, served by the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines, with an approximate ten-minute walk to the arena. Wembley Central, served by the Bakerloo line and London Overground, is around 15 minutes away on foot. Chiltern Railways services from London Marylebone stop at Wembley Stadium station. #### Is parking available near Engineers Way? Yes, official Wembley Park event car parks operate near the arena and are typically open 24 hours, CCTV monitored and marshalled on event days. Spaces should be booked in advance because availability and prices vary. Do not rely on residential street parking: event-day restrictions can run from morning to midnight and enforcement is active. #### Can I be dropped off directly outside the arena? Not always. Drop-off points and vehicle access can change with road closures, stadium events and crowd-control measures. A taxi or rideshare may need to stop away from Arena Square. Agree a meeting point outside the restricted pedestrian area, allow extra walking time and follow steward instructions rather than asking a driver to approach a closed road. #### What bags are allowed inside? Large bags are prohibited, and backpacks are not permitted. The published limit is 30cm wide by 40cm long by 20cm deep; bags worn on the back must not exceed 30cm wide by 20cm deep by 20cm high. There is no cloakroom or storage facility, so do not bring luggage or a bag that may fail screening. #### Can I bring food and drinks? Outside food and drink cannot be brought into the venue, and alcohol is not allowed through the doors. Inside, concourse kiosks sell hot food, snacks, alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, tea and coffee, with vegan and vegetarian options. Food and drink outlets are cashless and accept major credit and debit cards. #### Does OVO Arena Wembley have accessible seating? Yes. The venue provides wheelchair spaces, seats for ambulant disabled visitors, personal-assistant places subject to its booking process, level access and a public lift to dedicated bays. Accessible toilets, an adult changing space, hearing assistance and step-free evacuation routes are also provided. Contact the accessible booking service before buying if you have specific requirements. #### Are assistance dogs allowed? Assistance dogs are welcome, although the venue says the animal may not always be able to remain in the auditorium depending on the event format. Staff can discuss an alternative arrangement. It is sensible to notify the venue in advance, particularly for standing concerts, pyrotechnic shows or events with unusual staging and high audience movement. #### Does the arena have Wi-Fi and cash machines? Free Wi-Fi is available inside the venue. The arena is cashless and does not have cash machines, so plan to pay by card or an accepted digital payment method. Merchandise can generally be bought by card or cash where the event arrangement permits, but food and drink concessions operate on a cashless basis. #### How early should I arrive? For a standard seated event, arriving around an hour before doors gives time for travel from the station, security and finding your bay. Arrive earlier for standing concerts, popular fan communities, merchandise or accessible assistance. If Wembley Stadium also has an event, allow considerably longer because road closures and pedestrian queues can affect the entire Wembley Park area. #### What is the building’s historical significance? It opened on 25 July 1934 as the Empire Pool and Sports Arena for the British Empire Games. The Grade II-listed structure later hosted the 1948 Olympics, ice sports, tennis and major concerts. The original swimming pool remains beneath the modern standing floor. The venue’s long history also includes The Beatles, Olympic sport, arena comedy and the 2012 Games. #### Why can reviews of the same arena differ so much? Experience varies with the event, seating bay, sound mix, crowd density, queue timing and whether a stadium event is taking place nearby. 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