Stadium Information

Centenario Stadium in Armenia

The Centenario Stadium is the main sports venue in the city of Armenia, capital of the Quindío department, in Colombia. Inaugurated on March 15, 1988, this stadium is a symbol of the sports and cultural development of the coffee region and a meeting point for football lovers and other mass events.

General characteristics

• Official name: Centenario Stadium
• Location: Centenario Avenue with 20th Street, Armenia, Quindío, Colombia
• Capacity: Approximately 20,700 spectators
• Owner: Municipality of Armenia
• Administration: Municipal Institute of Sports and Recreation of Armenia (IMDERA)
• Surface: Natural grass
• Field dimensions: 105 x 68 meters

History and relevance

The Centenario Stadium was built to commemorate the first centenary of the foundation of Armenia, hence its name. Since its inauguration, it has been the home of the Deportes Quindío team, one of the traditional clubs in Colombian football. Over the years, it has hosted matches from the Primera A and Primera B, as well as national and international competitions.

In 2001, the stadium was one of the venues for the Copa América, one of the most important sports events on the continent. It has also hosted matches from the South American U-20 Championship and other youth tournaments organized by CONMEBOL.

Infrastructure and renovations

The stadium has undergone various improvements to meet the standards set by FIFA and CONMEBOL, including upgrades to changing rooms, press boxes, lighting, VIP areas, and grandstands. Its