PIERRE MAUROY STADIUM IN VILLENEUVE D'ASCQ : CONCERTS, EVENTS
Take advantage of your stay in Villeneuve d'Ascq to attend the biggest concerts and events at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve d'Ascq near Lille!
The Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve d'Ascq has become a major venue for major cultural and sporting events, both national and international. It was built between 2008 and 2012. Modern and giant, it has a unique modularity with a movable roof allowing it to go from a soccer stadium to an exceptional concert hall, and this, in less than 24 hours!
Ideally located 4 km from the Pierre Mauroy Stadium, the Hotel Morphée *** in Villeneuve d'Ascq offers you comfortable rooms in a warm and friendly atmosphere to enjoy the latest sporting and cultural events at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium!
❓ Good to know: The Pierre Mauroy Stadium is changing its name! The Metropolis of Lille has recently concluded a naming partnership for the Pierre Mauroy Stadium in Villeneuve d'Ascq with the northern sports retailer Decathlon. The stadium will be called Decathlon Arena Stade Pierre Mauroy.
Sports events, shows and concerts... a multipurpose stadium!
The Pierre Mauroy stadium is a multi-purpose stadium that can accommodate 50,000 spectators, just like the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris. It has a particularity, it can be configured as an arena or even as a sports hall.
Its capacity for rugby, basketball, tennis or handball matches is 30,000 spectators. As for shows, the central configuration of the stage allows it to have a total capacity of 56,000 spectators.
It is located just after the Stade de France in Paris, the Stade Velodrome in Marseille and the Parc Olympique in Lyon. Nevertheless, the Stade Pierre Mauroy is the first covered stadium, with a mobile roof that can be closed or opened very quickly! In only 30 minutes, it allows the spectators to be plunged into total darkness!
A stadium hosting major sporting events...
Many important sports events have taken place at the Pierre Mauroy Stadium:
- The test match of the French national team against Argentina
- The Champions League matches opposing LOSC to Bayern Munich or Chelsea
- The 2 Top 14 semi-finals in 2014 for the stadium configuration.
- The Davis Cup finals between France and Switzerland in 2014
- The 2018 Davis Cup finals between France and Croatia
- The semi-finals in 2017 and 2018
- The Euro Basket in 2015,
- The Paris-Lille Supercross
- The Volleyball Nations League in 2018
...and great artists for unforgettable concerts!
When the Stade Pierre Mauroy in "arena" mode (in closed and covered stadium configuration), it is in the world's top 10 largest venues!
For concerts, it has become an essential venue for the biggest world tours. Céline Dion, Elton John, Indochine, Stars 80, Rihanna, Patrick Bruel, Depeche Mode or Johnny Haliday... Lille has welcomed many great artists!
The next concerts at Pierre Mauroy stadium
Big Flo and Oli
The phenomenal duo from Toulouse have announced a stadium tour following a sold-out Zeniths tour. The tour kicks off at the Paris La Défense Arena on 8 December 2023, before a stopover in Lille on 31 May 2024 at the Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy.
More than a billion views on YouTube, a million albums sold, packed houses and prestigious awards (3 Victoires de la Musique and 11 NRJ Music Awards): Bigflo & Oli have established themselves as a major force on the French music scene.
Their talent and authenticity have helped them build a loyal and passionate fan base. Their fourth album, "Les autres c'est nous", recorded between Toulouse, Barcelona and Los Angeles, offers an intimate insight into the brothers' world.
Don't miss the chance to experience Bigflo & Oli's explosive energy live!
📆 Friday 31 May 2024, at the Decathlon Arena Stade Pierre-Mauroy!
Upcoming events
The 6 Nations Tournament 2024
The 6 Nations Tournament 2024 will be a historic edition for the French national team. After the Rugby World Cup in France, Les Bleus will meet their fans in three different regional stadiums, a first for the Tournament!
In 2024, Les Bleus will face Italy at the Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy in Lille. This will be a unique opportunity for fans in the north of France to get into the rhythm of rugby and cheer on their national team in a match that will be crucial for final victory.
Don't miss the chance to experience this exceptional event live and support Les Bleus in their quest for victory!
📆 Sunday 25 February 2024 at 4pm, at the Decathlon Arena Stade Pierre-Mauroy!
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