Johan Cruijff Arena (formerly known as Amsterdam Arena) is the official arena of Ajax Amsterdam, the football club, and it is also the host of the biggest concert events in all of Amsterdam. For concerts, the stadium has a capacity of between 35,000 – 50,000 people (depending on where the stage is placed). Many famous artists have performed at Johan Cruijff Arena, including Tina Turner, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Céline Dion, George Michael, Bon Jovi, Eminem, Robbie Williams, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Justin Timberlake, The Rolling Stones, Genesis, Backstreet Boys, U2, AC/DC, and Metallica.
Johan Cruijff Arena
ArenA Boulevard 1
1101 AX Amsterdam Zuidoost
How to get to the venue?
The easiest way to travel to this popular area, where you can also find the popular concert venue Ziggo Dome is with the metro. Travel by metro M50/M54 to Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA, and you can easily walk to the arena within a few minutes.
Upcoming events at Johan Cruijff Arena
July 2025
Imagine Dragons concert in Amsterdam 2025
October 2025
Amsterdam Dance Event 2025
Amsterdam Music Festival 2025
Are there any good hotels or apartments close to the Johan Cruijff Arena?
There are several good hotels and apartments close to the popular arena of Ajax. Look at the map below to get price estimations for all sorts of accommodation options near the popular arena.
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