Wembley Arena facts for kids
Wembley Arena is a famous indoor building in Wembley, London, England. It is located right next to the well-known Wembley Stadium. This arena is a very popular place for concerts and other big events. It can hold up to 12,000 people!
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The Story of Wembley Arena
Wembley Arena was first built for a big sports event called the 1934 British Empire Games. When it first opened, it had a large swimming pool inside. Because of this, it was originally called the Empire Pool.
From Pool to Arena
In 1978, the name of the building was changed to Wembley Arena. It quickly became one of the most famous indoor places for music concerts in England. The arena was updated and improved in April 2006.
Olympic History
Wembley Arena has also played a part in the Olympic Games. It was the main stadium for the 1948 Summer Olympics. Later, it was also used for events during the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.
Home to Famous Artists
Since 1934, Wembley Arena has hosted many concerts. Some of the world's most famous artists have performed here. They have played many different kinds of music, from pop to rock and more.
Images for kids
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Empire Pool Wembley on the first day of the 1938 European Aquatics Championships.
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The arena in SSE colours
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Wembley Arena with Olympic rings for the 2012 Summer Olympics
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Square of Fame
See also
In Spanish: Wembley Arena para niños
