Central Energy Trust Arena is a multi-use sports and events venue at 61 Pascal Street in central Palmerston North. It is home to 36 sporting codes and hosts events through the year. The venue includes the B&M Centre, an indoor sports facility with courtside seating for up to 1,300 people, and the Palmy Arena stadium, which holds up to 18,000. Fly Palmy Arena is an indoor venue for up to 5,000 people. The Palmerston North Conference and Function Centre is in the same complex, with spaces such as the Elwood Room and the Gallery.
Recent and upcoming events include the Basketball NZ Secondary School Nationals, a Come and Try flag football day, Youth Fest for ages 12 to 24, the Diwali Mela, Remembrance Day commemorations and Christmas in the Square. The Speedway at Robertson Prestige International Speedway runs its own race days. Our pick in Palmerston North for a sports event or a Christmas celebration in the city.