The “eye-conic” SM Mall of Asia Arena has been recognized by IQ Magazine as one of the Top 20 Global Arena Stars of 2026, placing it among the world’s premier concert destinations as determined by industry professionals.
IQ Magazine is a leading global publication for the live music and entertainment industry, delivering insights from venue professionals to more than 100,000 stakeholders worldwide, including concert promoters, booking agents, festival organizers, and venue operators.
Since opening in 2012, the SM Mall of Asia Arena has hosted more than 2,400 events and welcomed some of the world’s biggest live acts.
In the past year alone, it has staged performances by Mariah Carey, Bryan Adams, Josh Groban, and other international artists, reinforcing its reputation as a world-class venue for concerts, sports, and family entertainment.
Through continuous upgrades, modern facilities, and seamless event execution, the Arena has become one of the country’s most popular destinations for large-scale live events.
Other venues included in IQ Magazine’s Top 20 Global Arena Stars list are the Coca-Cola Arena, Intuit Dome, Avicii Arena, Uber Arena, and Barclays Center.
SM is set to expand its portfolio of world-class venues with the upcoming SM Seaside Cebu Arena.
