urheiluareena
Urheiluareena, literally "sports arena" in Finnish, is a term used for indoor arenas designed for sports and large-scale events. In Finland, the designation can refer to a generic facility type as well as to specific venues whose official names include the term Urheiluareena. Such arenas are typically multi-purpose, capable of hosting ice hockey, basketball, floorball, volleyball, badminton, and handball, as well as concerts, exhibitions, and community events.
A standard urheiluareena comprises a main hall with a configurable playing surface, spectator seating, and supporting
Management is often municipal or publicly subsidized, sometimes operated by a joint venture or a sports federation.
While the name Urheiluareena is not unique to a single venue, it is a recognizable designation across