Braehead Arena

The Braehead Arena is a 5,200 capacity multi-purpose events & sports arena on the banks of the River Clyde in Renfrewshire, Scotland.

About Braehead Arena

	Braehead Arena Kings Inch Road, Renfrew G51 4BP
	01418868300
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Braehead Arena, managed and operated by the Sportscape Group, is one of Scotland’s premier events & indoor sports venues.

Since opening in 1999, the arena has hosted the biggest names in live entertainment including Beyonce, JLS, Calvin Harris, Tiesto, Kelly Clarkson, Megadeth, Liam Gallagher and the X Factor.

In addition to live music, the venue has also staged some of the biggest events in the UK sporting calendar including Ricky Burns boxing, Amir Khan boxing, WWE Wrestling, Davis Cup Tennis, Harlem Globetrotters Basketball and on a regular basis, the Glasgow Clan Elite Ice Hockey.

Attracting almost 200,000 visitors each year, the 5,200 capacity arena is based inside Braehead Shopping Centre which boasts 5,000 FREE car parking spaces.

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Upcoming Events at Braehead Arena

Sport

Glasgow Clan vs Cardiff Devils

12th December 2025

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

The Cardiff Devils are in town and the Glasgow Clan need YOU behind them. Let's pack the barn and make it a night to remember on Friday 12th December!

Sport

Glasgow Clan vs Nottingham Panthers

17th December 2025

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

Cup hockey hits Braehead - grab your tickets now and witness history when Glasgow Clan take on Nottingham Panthers on Wednesday 17th December!

Sport

Glasgow Clan vs Fife Flyers

19th December 2025

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

Bring your friends, your family, your Christmas jumpers and get ready for a night of festive chaos and rivalry hockey at its best when Glasgow Clan take on Fife Flyers on Friday 19th December!

Sport

Glasgow Clan vs Dundee Stars

26th December 2025

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

The Glasgow Clan are ready to battle the Dundee Stars in an epic Boxing Day Battle... bring your passion, your voice, and your support to help the Clan claim victory!

Sport

Glasgow Clan vs Belfast Giants

31st December 2025

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

Start your Hogmanay in true Purple Army style! Kick off the celebrations with a massive Celtic showdown as the Clan face the Belfast Giants in their final game of the year!

Sport

International Arena League

Selected dates between 18th April 2026 - 25th July 2026

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

Arena football makes its debut in Scotland as the International Arena League (IAL) takes over Braehead Arena for an action-packed summer season!

Sport

UK’s Strongest Man 2026

8th August 2026 - 9th August 2026

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

For the first time in the show's legendary history, the Live UK's Strongest Man 2026 competition is coming to Braehead Arena in August! Scotland ARE YOU READY?

Braehead Ice Centre

Braehead Arena Kings Inch Road, Renfrew G51 4BN

Braehead Ice Centre have polished the ice, sharpened the skates and the doors are now officially open at Scotland's Premier Rink!

Braehead Shopping Centre

Braehead Shopping Centre Kings Inch Road, Renfrew G51 4BN

Braehead Shopping Centre is Scotland's leading shopping and entertainment destination with over one million square feet of retail and leisure facilities!

GRID Braehead

GRID Braehead Kings Inch Road, Renfrew PA4 8XQ

As XSite approaches its 20th anniversary, GRID Braehead marks the next thrilling chapter — transforming this iconic destination into Scotland's most high-octane leisure experience!

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