Located in the Menlyn Maine precinct of Pretoria, the SunBet Arena at Time Square is a relatively new addition to South Africa’s event landscape but has quickly established itself as a premier destination for entertainment. Part of the massive Time Square casino and hotel complex, this venue is a state-of-the-art indoor arena designed specifically to host large-scale concerts, sporting events, and theatrical productions that require high-tech production values.
With a capacity of approximately 8,500 to 10,000 attendees (depending on the configuration), the SunBet Arena fills a crucial gap in the market between smaller theatre venues and massive outdoor stadiums. It offers an intimate yet electric atmosphere, ensuring that every seat in the house has a great view. The acoustics were a primary focus during construction, resulting in a venue that sounds as good as it looks, making it a favorite among touring international artists and local performers alike.
The arena is highly versatile. In a matter of hours, it can be transformed from a concert venue into a space for e-sports tournaments, boxing matches, or large-scale corporate conferences. The facility includes private hospitality suites that offer VIPs a luxurious experience with catering and dedicated seating. Outside the arena, visitors have immediate access to the Time Square casino, a variety of upmarket restaurants, and the Maslow Time Square Hotel, creating an all-in-one entertainment hub.
The Menlyn Maine precinct itself is South Africa’s first “green city,” and the arena adheres to these sustainable principles. For event organizers, the venue offers easy loading access, world-class dressing rooms, and robust technical infrastructure. It has hosted major acts like Backstreet Boys, Kevin Hart, and various WWE wrestling events. Its location in Pretoria East makes it easily accessible from both Johannesburg and the capital city, drawing crowds from across the entire Gauteng province.
