Rotterdam Ahoy ( also known as Ahoy Rotterdam or simply as Ahoy ) is a convention centre and multi-purpose arena located in Rotterdam , Netherlands . Opened in 1950 , the venue consists of three main parts : a fairs and event hall , a congress and conference centre , and the Ahoy Arena . The Ahoy Arena ( known as the " Sportpaleis " from 1971 to 2016 ) , was opened on 15 January 1971 . Rotterdam Ahoy could host Eurovision 2020 . It is running against MECC Maastricht
Eurovision 2020
Eurovision Song Contest 2020
Rotterdam Ahoy