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

13th March 2026

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 13th March!

Sport

Glasgow Clan vs Belfast Giants

22nd March 2026

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

Sunday hockey at its finest returns to Braehead Arena when the Glasgow Clan face the Belfast Giants in an action-packed clash!

Sport

Glasgow Clan vs Fife Flyers

27th March 2026

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

Get ready for an action-packed evening of Elite Ice Hockey League competition as the Glasgow Clan take on Fife Flyers at Braehead Arena on Friday 27th March!

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!

Exhibitions

The Scottish Festival of Railway Modelling

23rd May 2026 - 24th May 2026

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

Calling all railway enthusiasts, modellers, and families! The Scottish Festival of Railway Modelling is set to be a spectacular event celebrating the intricate and fascinating world of modelling!

Health and Wellbeing

Scottish Dental Show

12th June 2026 - 13th June 2026

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

The Scottish Dental Show returns to Braehead Arena on the on the 12th & 13th June with the opportunity to gain up to 10 hours of verifiable CPD by attending lectures and workshops across the event!

Gaming

PLAY Expo Glasgow

11th July 2026 - 12th July 2026

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

PLAY Expo Glasgow, the UK's favourite and longest running arcade, indie and retro video gaming expo, is returning in to Braehead Arena on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July!

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?

Music

Coloursfest

15th August 2026

Braehead Arena, Renfrew

Get ready for the Coloursfest 25th Anniversary Party, bringing the best artists from the past, to Braehead Waterfront on Saturday 15th August!

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!

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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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