Olympia London has announced a major wave of venue openings from 15 June 2026 as part of its £1.3 billion transformation into a fully integrated destination for events, entertainment, hospitality and culture.
The redevelopment introduces a collection of new venues including the 3,800-capacity British Airways ARC live entertainment venue, Hyatt Regency London Olympia, citizenM London Olympia, and a range of new bars and restaurants under Olympia’s rooftop Canopy. The openings mark a significant milestone in the evolution of the 140-year-old London landmark.
Among the new hospitality concepts are Bar Arriba, Wolves of Tokyo, Lillie’s, and Arbour, a multi-concept food hall featuring independent food brands. These additions aim to extend visitor dwell time and create new networking and social opportunities beyond the exhibition floor.
British Airways ARC, operated by AEG Presents, will officially open on 16 June with performances by Self Esteem, followed by acts including McFly, Zac Brown Band, Van Morrison and Khalid. Meanwhile, the 1,575-seat British Airways Theatre is scheduled to open in 2027.
Olympia will also welcome two new hotels this summer: the 204-room Hyatt Regency London Olympia and the 146-room citizenM London Olympia, further strengthening the destination’s offering for international business and leisure visitors.
“This series of incredible summer openings marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for Olympia, highlighting its evolution into a dynamic new destination where our guests will be able to experience the best of London’s culture, entertainment, and hospitality.”
Michael Volkert
CEO
Olympia Estates
Once fully operational, Olympia is expected to contribute more than £600 million annually to the UK economy, generate 7,000 jobs, and attract an annual footfall of 10 million visitors.
