Rizal Memorial Sports Complex Guide: Events, How to Get There & Tickets
The Rizal Memorial Sports Complex in Malate, Manila is the country's historic home of sport — opened in 1934, it has hosted the Far Eastern Games, the 1954 Asian Games, and countless PBA, UAAP, volleyball, and boxing events. Its Coliseum (about 6,000 seats) also doubles as a concert and events venue.
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Quick facts
- Where: Pablo Ocampo Sr. St. (Vito Cruz), Malate, Manila
- Venues in the complex: Rizal Memorial Coliseum (~6,000, indoor), Rizal Memorial Stadium (football/track), Ninoy Aquino Stadium, tennis courts, and a swimming complex
- Hosts: basketball, volleyball, boxing, football, track, and concerts
- Opened: 1934 (a designated historical landmark)
How to get there
- By train (easiest): LRT-1 to Vito Cruz Station — the complex is right beside it.
- By car: Along Pablo Ocampo Sr. St. (Vito Cruz) near Taft Avenue; parking around the complex is limited on big event days.
- By Grab/jeep: Countless routes run along Taft Avenue; drop off at Vito Cruz.
Tips
- Take the LRT — Vito Cruz station is steps away and beats parking hassles.
- Check which venue your event is in (Coliseum vs. one of the stadiums) — the complex is large.
- Arrive early for popular UAAP/PBA games and concerts to clear entry.
FAQ
What's the closest train station to Rizal Memorial? LRT-1 Vito Cruz Station, right next to the complex.
What events are held there? Basketball and volleyball (UAAP, PBA, and more), boxing, football and track meets, and occasional concerts.
Is Rizal Memorial a historical site? Yes — the 1934 complex is a recognized historical landmark and one of the oldest sports venues in Asia.
See more sports events and what's on in Manila, or the full Metro Manila venues guide.