Stadium · Marrakech
Grand Stade de Marrakech: works, capacity and 2030 guide
A venue already upgraded toward CAF/FIFA standards, with a second phase planned toward roughly 46,000 seats.
Status on 2 October 2026
Grand Stade de Marrakech has already undergone a major upgrade. TGCC documents describe a second phase before 2028 intended to increase capacity from 41,000 to about 46,000 and fully cover the venue for 2030.
Last reviewed
2 October 2026
2030 capacity and configuration still depend on a second construction phase. Verify official information after completion.
City
Marrakech
Announced target capacity
About 46,000
Current phase
Multi-stage 2030 upgrading
City advantage
Deep tourism infrastructure
A first major upgrade already delivered
TGCC describes work across sporting spaces, dressing rooms, mixed zone, media areas, pitch, seating and hospitality. The stadium has therefore already received substantial modernisation in the context of AFCON 2025 and 2030.
That does not mean the 2030 configuration is final: a second phase is planned.
Second phase toward 2030
TGCC states that a pre-2028 phase will increase capacity from 41,000 to 46,000 and provide full roofing. 2026 ANEP procurement also confirms ongoing upgrading.
Final operational capacity should be rechecked after completion.
Marrakech as a stay base
Marrakech has one of Morocco's deepest accommodation markets: riads, city hotels, resorts and apartments. For a match, do not choose only by medina proximity; compare real stadium travel time.
The city also remains attractive for several days without a ticket because of its concentration of sights, food and excursions.
Getting there on match day
Exact 2030 shuttles, traffic controls and drop-off arrangements are not published yet. Large peripheral venues often need a different strategy from a normal taxi ride.
Choose accommodation with easy access to major roads and leave a large buffer.
Prepare Marrakech 2030
Check final completion of the second phase.
Confirm operational capacity after works.
Compare medina, Gueliz and hotel zones by transport.
Plan stadium-to-hotel travel before match day.
Book early but keep flexible terms.
Follow official shuttle and access announcements.
FAQ
What capacity is planned for Marrakech in 2030?+
TGCC describes a target of roughly 46,000 after the second phase.
Are the works finished?+
A first upgrade is delivered, but a second 2030 phase is planned before 2028.
Is Marrakech a good base without a match ticket?+
Yes. It has extensive tourism infrastructure and many activities.
Project sources
The venue is being upgraded in phases; recheck progress before 2030.