Löfbergs Arena is an arena located in Karlstad, Sweden, situated just above the river delta of Klarälven. It is primarily used for ice hockey, and is the home arena of Färjestad BK.

Löfbergs Arena
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Former namesLöfbergs Lila Arena (2001–2013)
LocationNorra Infarten 78
651 08 Karlstad
Coordinates59°24′27″N 13°30′03″E / 59.40750°N 13.50083°E / 59.40750; 13.50083
OwnerFärjestad BK
OperatorFärjestad BK
CapacityIce hockey: 8,645
Concerts: 10,300
Construction
Broke ground19 June 2000
Opened15 September 2001
Renovated2008–2009
Expanded2002, 2004, 2009
Construction cost160 million SEK
ArchitectUlf Bergfjord, Bergfjord & Ivarsson Arkiteter Karlstad
Tenants
Färjestad BK (SHL) (2001–present)

It opened in 2001 following a complete overhaul and major expansion of the previously existing arena Färjestads Ishall. It replaced Färjestads Ishall as the home of Färjestad and has a capacity of 8,647 people. The name of the arena comes from the coffee roastery Löfbergs.

Events

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Löfbergs Arena during period break

In 2004, 2006, 2018 and 2024, the arena hosted a semi-final of Melodifestivalen. Other notable music artists and groups who have performed at the arena include Elton John, Bob Dylan, John Fogerty, Bryan Adams, Dolly Parton, Rod Stewart, Motörhead and Judas Priest.

On 30 September 2009 Färjestad BK faced off against the NHL's Detroit Red Wings in an exhibition match from the arena, losing 6–2.

The arena was named the host of the 2010 Men's World Inline Hockey Championships, as well as the 2012 European Curling Championships.

The venue hosted the fifth heat of Melodifestivalen 2024.[1]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Conte, Davide (20 September 2023). "Sweden: Melodifestivalen 2024 Dates and Host Cities Announced". Eurovoix. Retrieved 20 September 2023.
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