CBS Arena Weddings – A Spectacular Large-Scale Wedding Venue in Coventry
- Ian Bennett
- 3 hours ago
- 3 min read
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that’s bold, impressive and completely unforgettable, CBS Arena Weddings offers something few venues can match: true scale, flexibility and wow-factor.
Located in the heart of the West Midlands, the Coventry Building Society Arena is one of the region’s most iconic venues. Known for hosting major sporting events, concerts and corporate functions, it also provides an extraordinary setting for weddings of all sizes — from elegant receptions to truly grand celebrations.
With capacity for thousands of guests, on-site accommodation and award-winning catering, this is a venue built to deliver big moments beautifully.
A Venue That Adapts to Your Vision
One of the biggest strengths of CBS Arena Weddings is its versatility. Whether you’re planning a culturally rich multi-day celebration, a lavish Asian wedding, or a sophisticated gala-style reception, the space can be transformed to suit your vision.
The Premier Lounge
The standout wedding space within the arena is the Premier Lounge.
Column-free design
High ceilings
Natural daylight
Stunning views overlooking the stadium bowl
Divisible into three separate sections
Capacity includes:
Up to 1,080 guests for a seated dinner
971 guests for a dinner and dance
This makes it ideal for large-scale celebrations where space, flow and atmosphere matter.
Exhibition Halls
For couples planning an even bigger celebration, the pillar-free Exhibition Halls provide a vast blank canvas.
These spaces are perfect for:
Large cultural weddings
Multi-stage décor installations
Grand entrances
Elaborate staging and entertainment
With dining capacity up to 3,600 guests and reception capacity reaching 5,000, the venue offers possibilities rarely available elsewhere in the Midlands.
Lounges for More Intimate Gatherings
If you’re planning something smaller, the arena also offers a selection of comfortable lounges. These are ideal for:
Pre-reception drinks
Medium-sized celebrations
Family-focused wedding events
The range of spaces ensures flexibility, whatever your guest numbers.
Asian Wedding Specialists & Cultural Expertise
CBS Arena Weddings is particularly well suited for large Asian and multicultural weddings.
With:
Asian catering options
Cultural wedding specialists
Extensive guest capacity
Flexible room layouts
The venue understands the importance of tradition, scale and celebration. Whether it’s a vibrant sangeet, a formal reception or a multi-day wedding programme, the team can accommodate your plans.
Award-Winning Catering & Dedicated Event Support
Food plays a central role in any wedding celebration, and CBS Arena Weddings delivers with tailored, award-winning catering.
You’ll benefit from:
✔ In-house catering
✔ Asian catering options
✔ Fully licensed bar
✔ Alcohol licence
✔ Late licence so the party can continue
A dedicated events team guides you throughout the planning process, helping coordinate layouts, timings, catering, and logistics to ensure your day runs seamlessly.
When managing events of this scale, experienced coordination makes all the difference.
On-Site Hotel & Guest Convenience
Another huge advantage is the integrated on-site hotel, offering:
121 bedrooms
Some unique pitch-side view rooms
Convenient accommodation for travelling guests
For weddings with large guest lists or international attendees, having accommodation on site simplifies everything — from late-night celebrations to next-morning breakfasts.
Easy Access & Stress-Free Travel
Location is key, especially for large weddings.
CBS Arena Weddings is:
Just 800 yards from the M6 motorway
Around 20 minutes from Birmingham Airport
Well connected by public transport
Equipped with ample on-site parking
Fully accessible with disabled access
For events hosting hundreds — or even thousands — of guests, this level of accessibility is invaluable.
Who Is CBS Arena Weddings Perfect For?
This venue is ideal for:
✔ Large-scale weddings
✔ Asian and multicultural celebrations
✔ Couples wanting dramatic, statement venues
✔ Gala-style receptions
✔ Weddings requiring high guest capacity
✔ Multi-day events
If you’ve ever worried that most venues simply aren’t big enough for your guest list, CBS Arena Weddings removes that concern entirely.
Final Thoughts – Grand Scale, Professional Delivery, Endless Possibilities
CBS Arena Weddings is not your typical hotel ballroom or country house venue. It’s a destination designed to host major events — and that experience translates perfectly into weddings that require space, expertise and impact.
From the impressive Premier Lounge to the vast Exhibition Halls, the flexibility is unmatched. Add award-winning catering, cultural expertise, on-site accommodation and exceptional transport links, and you have one of the most capable wedding venues in the West Midlands.
For couples looking to celebrate on a grand scale — without compromising on organisation or quality — CBS Arena Weddings is an outstanding choice.
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