One of Australia's most iconic live entertainment venues is getting a new name. Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney will officially become Afterpay Arena from July 2026, following a new five-year naming rights agreement. Whether you have tickets to an upcoming show or you are planning to visit for the first time, here is everything you need to know about the change, and why the venue itself remains one of the best places to catch live sport and entertainment in the country.

 

Qudos Bank Arena Is Becoming Afterpay Arena

From July 2026, Qudos Bank Arena will be known as Afterpay Arena under a new five-year naming rights deal. The venue's name has evolved several times over the years, starting from the Sydney SuperDome at its 1999 opening, to Acer Arena in 2006, Allphones Arena in 2011, and Qudos Bank Arena since April 2016. Afterpay Arena is the next chapter for a venue that has been at the heart of Sydney's live entertainment scene for over 25 years.

The arena itself, its location, seating capacity, and programming remain unchanged. If you have tickets to any upcoming events at Qudos Bank Arena, your tickets remain valid. Only the name is changing.

 

What the Name Change Means for You

Naming rights deals are a normal part of how major venues operate. The arena has had four different names since it opened in 1999, and each time the experience inside has remained world-class. The same seats, the same sound, the same electric atmosphere that makes a night at this venue something worth remembering.

If you are searching for Qudos Bank Arena events, Afterpay Arena tickets, or Sydney Olympic Park concerts, you are looking for the same place. Everything you know about the venue still applies.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions About the Qudos Bank Arena Name Change

When does Qudos Bank Arena become Afterpay Arena?

Qudos Bank Arena officially becomes Afterpay Arena in July 2026, following a new five-year naming rights agreement between the venue and Afterpay. The venue at Sydney Olympic Park will continue to operate as normal throughout the transition.

Do I need a new ticket if my ticket says Qudos Bank Arena?

No. Tickets purchased for events at Qudos Bank Arena remain fully valid after the name change to Afterpay Arena. The venue address, entry gates, and seating layout are unchanged. Only the name is different.

Is Afterpay Arena the same venue as Qudos Bank Arena?

Yes. Afterpay Arena is the new name for Qudos Bank Arena at Sydney Olympic Park. It is the same venue, same location, and same capacity. The name change takes effect from July 2026 under a naming rights deal. No physical changes are being made to the arena.

Where is Afterpay Arena located?

Afterpay Arena is located at Sydney Olympic Park in Sydney's west, next to Accor Stadium. The venue is accessible by public transport via Sydney Olympic Park train station, which is a short walk from the entrance. A 3,400-space car park is also available on site for those driving.

What is the capacity of Afterpay Arena?

Afterpay Arena holds up to 18,000 people for sports events such as basketball and netball, and over 21,000 for concerts and large-scale entertainment events, making it Australia's largest indoor entertainment venue.

What was Qudos Bank Arena called before?

The venue has operated under four names since it opened in October 1999. It was originally known as the Sydney SuperDome, before becoming Acer Arena in May 2006, Allphones Arena in September 2011, Qudos Bank Arena in April 2016, and Afterpay Arena from July 2026.

Why is Qudos Bank Arena changing its name to Afterpay Arena?

The name change is the result of a new five-year naming rights agreement between the venue and Afterpay. Naming rights deals are a common way major venues generate revenue, and Qudos Bank Arena has changed names several times throughout its history as different sponsors have taken on the rights.

 

See What's On at Qudos Bank Arena

The name may be changing in July 2026 but the events calendar is already packed. Whether you are coming for the Sydney Kings, a major concert, or a world-class sporting event, the venue at Sydney Olympic Park remains one of the best nights out in the country.

Browse upcoming events at Qudos Bank Arena and grab your tickets before they sell out.