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Central Energy Trust Arena and the Palmy Conference & Function Centre are leading multi-use sports and events facilities taking more than 3,300 bookings a year across both venues.

The Arena is home to 36 sporting codes and hosts a wide range of events year-round, boasting six Arenas. The Conference & Function Centre has a versatile range of function spaces available to accommodate a vast number of guests and attendees under one roof and in the heart of Palmy’s CBD.

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Popular Venues

Arena 1
The Central Energy Trust Arena Stadium has capacity for up to 18,000 people.
Fly Palmy Arena (Arena 2)
Fly Palmy Arena is a purpose-built indoor sports and entertainment venue that can accommodate up to 5,000 people.
B&M Centre (Arena 4)
The B&M Centre is one of New Zealand’s most extensive indoor sports facilities with courtside seating for up to 1300 people.
Elwood Room
The Elwood Room is ideal for conferences, large meetings, exhibitions, trade shows, gala dinners, dances and all social occasions.
The Gallery
The light and airy Gallery offers a beautiful setting for morning/afternoon teas or lunches when using the Conference or Meeting Room.

Upcoming Events

Jets vs Panthers
April 26, 2025
Saturday 26 April 12.30pm The Property Brokers Manawatu Jets are back on home court and ready to take flight against the Indian Panthers in a thrilling Sal’s NBL matchup you won’t want to miss! Be part of the energy, the...
Blood Drive
April 28, 2025
Join our group of life savers on the next blood drive! Everyday people save lives. Give blood. Give Hope. Date 28 April Time 12.30pm – 5.30pm FREE Entry Please hydrate and bring original photo ID with you
Manawatu Innovation Showcase
May 1, 2025
Come along to an annual evening to showcase start-ups, technologies and cutting-edge innovations that are being worked on within the region. This event is set to give you a glimpse into the vibrant world of Manawatū’s Innovation ecosystem. Hear from some...
NZIFST Conference
June 24, 2025
Embracing Tradition. Transforming the Future. Join us for: NZIFST Food Industry Awards Dinner, Exhibitor Networking, Student Poster Competition, 3 Minute Pitch Competition, Early Career Foodies’ Function. Date 24 + 26 June Register Now
Women’s Lifestyle Expo
May 17, 2025
Date: Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 May (open 10am-4pm) The Palmy Women’s Lifestyle Expo is returning for 2025, bringing together 150 of the best lifestyle companies under one roof for the weekend of 17 and 18 May at Fly Palmy...
NZ Careers Expo
May 21, 2025
Meet the future of work in person. Our regional expos provide the opportunity to connect face to face with young people looking to make key decisions about their future career choices. Date 21 May Register Now
Manawatu Stockcar Champs + Saloon King of the Arena
May 3, 2025
Adult Ministocks Saloons Stockcars Date 3 May
Robertston Prestige International Speedway- Grand Finale: Girls v Boys Stockcar Teams Race + Super Saloon Series + Sidecar Best Pairs + Brent Lowe Memorial Stockcars
May 10, 2025
Stockcar King of the Arena – Finals + Manawatu Sprintcar Champs + Midget King of the Arena Fireworks, Minisprints, Sidecars, Stockcars, Super Saloons, Superstocks, Youth Ministocks Date 10 May
¡Salud! Festival
October 11, 2025
Palmy cocktail lovers and foodies – mark your calendars! ¡Salud! is hitting our Pit Lane 11 October — Palmy’s first and best food & spirits festival! Get ready for boutique distilleries, craft breweries, and top beverage producers, all in one...
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