The Arena Stage is located in the heart of Hakaniemi, in the Arena building (Hämeentie 2). It is easily accessible by public transport: Hakaniemi metro station and nearby tram and bus stops are right next to the theatre. Before or after the performance, you can enjoy refreshments at Teatteriravintola Lämpiö in the Arena building or explore the countless restaurants in the Hakaniemi and Kallio districts.
Getting here and services
The accessible entrance to the Arena Stage is at Hämeentie 2. The theatre is located on the edge of Hakaniemi Market Square, opposite Hakaniemi Market Hall. The nearest metro station is Hakaniemi.
The Arena Stage box office opens one hour before each performance.
The Arena Stage offers a complimentary cloakroom service. Cloakrooms are located on both the stalls and balcony levels.
The Arena Stage is also home to the theatre’s own restaurant, Teatteriravintola Lämpiö, where you can enjoy refreshments before the performance or during the interval. For more information and advance bookings, visit the Refreshments page.
Print the Arena Stage seating plan here.
Explore the Arena Stage through our virtual panorama.
Stage and programme
One of the Arena Stage’s greatest assets is its ideal size. The auditorium seats around 500 people and, as a former cinema, it provides the perfect setting for atmospheric theatre performances.
Since autumn 2010, the Arena Stage has hosted Helsinki City Theatre’s fast-paced and entertaining productions. Its programme has featured comedies and musicals, detective stories and stand-up, Finnish premieres and music-filled concert evenings.
The Arena Stage is located in the Arena building, designed by Lars Sonck and one of Helsinki’s best-known landmarks. Together with Ympyrätalo and Hakaniemi Market Hall, it forms a distinctive historic ensemble on the edge of Hakaniemi Market Square.
