The Araneta Coliseum, also known as the "Big Dome," is a historic landmark in the Philippines, located in the Araneta City, Cubao, Quezon City. J. Amado Araneta bought the land in 1952, envisioning a venue inspired by Madison Square Garden and the Roman Colosseum. Construction began in 1957 and was completed in 1959. The Coliseum opened on March 16, 1960, with a boxing match between Gabriel "Flash" Elorde and Harold Gomes, attracting over 33,000 spectators. At its opening, the Araneta Coliseum w

Here are the highlights of the events that happened here at #TheBigDome this October! | Smart Araneta Coliseum

🏀 PBA 50 greats is proudly displayed all over the Smart Araneta Coliseum. ⛹️ A fitting tribute to the players who helped shape the league’s proud history. ⭐️✨ #AranetaCity #CityOfFirsts #PBA50atAranetaCity #PBA50 #PBA50LID | Araneta City

The Sexbomb Dancers absolutely shook the Araneta Coliseum last night! Their energy, their nostalgia, their impact — unmatched. And let’s be honest… many of us grew up dancing to their iconic hit #spaghetti . Count yourself in? 🔥 📷Raymond Rafon Jose #EXPTravelAndLiving #EXPMedia #SexbombAtAraneta | Experience Travel and Living

🏆 Fifty years ago, history was made. This October, we’re once again ready to make history in Filipino boxing! 🥊 👊 Our very own boxing legend, Manny Pacquiao, invites everyone to witness the special anniversary matches on October 29, right here at The Big Dome. 🎟 Buy your tickets here: https://www.ticketnet.com.ph/event-detail/THRILLA-IN-MANILA #ThrillainManila #SmartAranetaColiseum #TheBigDome | Smart Araneta Coliseum