The Liberals believe it is time to build a new, large event arena in Umeå. Meanwhile, the Social Democrats are investigating the issue of an event arena, with investigations ongoing from the municipality regarding the need for an event arena and how it should best be designed. In parallel, plans are already underway for a private venue that can hold concerts and events for 10,000 visitors.
In 2020, land was allocated at the old goods yard, next to the police station and fire station. The business idea is held by Bedros Sakayan together with UM fastigheter. The project goes to consultation in May, and sketches already exist for how it could look.
The proposed arena would be primarily for large congresses, conferences, and concerts.