Spectator informationOpening and Closing Ceremonies

Baku 2015 welcomes youThis guide will help you to know how to travel to the venue, what to expect when you arrive at the venue and what will be available on venue; allowing you to get the best experience and enjoy the opening and closing ceremonies.

The Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the inaugural European Games are historic events for Azerbaijan and the European sporting community. Brought together by world-leading artistic, production and technical teams, the Ceremonies promise to be creative, inspiring and memorable.

The Opening Ceremony will take place on 12 June 2015 and the Closing Ceremony on 28 June 2015, both at the Olympic Stadium in Baku.

The Opening and Closing Ceremonies will be presented by two world-class Artistic Directors and their respective creative teams.

Dimitris Papaioannou, Artistic Director of the Opening Ceremony, was the creator of the Athens 2004 Olympic Ceremonies. Rooted firmly in the fine arts, Dimitris first gained recognition as a painter and comics artist before turning his attention to the performing arts in 1986 as a director, choreographer, performer, and designer of sets, costumes and lighting.

James Hadley, Artistic Director of the Closing Ceremony, was Cirque du Soleil’s Senior Artistic Director for their North American shows including Mystère, La Nouba, “O”, The Beatles’ LOVE, Ka, Iris and Zumanity and was the Artistic Director for Cirque performances in events including the Grammy Awards and The Tonight Show.

Schedule and venue information

Cheering,with one hand in the air

Schedule and venue information

Venue name: Olympic Stadium

Venue address: Boyukshor Highway, Sabunchu district, Baku, Azerbaijan

Venue facts: Situated close to the Athletes Village, the spectacular Olympic Stadium will host two days of Athletics events as well as the Opening and Closing Ceremonies.

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Competition Venue

Pedestrian Route

Entrance/Exit

Ticket Box Office

Accessible Drop Off/Parking

Metro Station

Express Bus Terminal

Koroğlu Metro Station

Express Bus Terminal

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Transport

Travelling to the Olympic Stadium - CeremoniesParking

Please don’t drive your car to the venue as no parking will be allowed.

You can drive your car up to the Park & Ride locations at Merkezi Park and Ganjlik Parki, park your car there and get on the relevant Express Bus Line to reach the venue.

Please retain your parking ticket to ensure your exit from the Park & Ride and remember not to bring any prohibited items with you to the venue.

Recommended Transport Modes

The Metro and Express Bus Lines are the recommended modes of transport.

Please be aware that public taxis will not be allowed to stop at or approach the Olympic Stadium due to specific traffic measures on the day of the event.

On the Opening Ceremony day, the part of Heydar Aliyev ave. starting from the road junction in front of the Excelsior Hotel until Sabunchu roundabout, will be closed to general traffic from 4.00pm on June 12 to 2.00am on June 13 (check the Spectators page of baku2015.com for the latest information on road closures).

You are strongly encouraged to use the recommended transport mode to reach the venue.

Metro

The metro will operate on an extended 20 hour schedule from 6.00am to 2.00am.

The nearest metro station serving the venue is Koroghlu and is approximately 20 minutes’ walk to the Olympic Stadium entrance.

Spectators with a valid ticket or ticket purchase confirmation will be able to use the metro free of charge on Opening and Closing Ceremony days. If your ticket says Gate S, S1, S2, W, W1, W2, N1 or E2 please take the metro and get off at Koroghlu metro station (Olympic Stadium exit).

Express Bus Lines

Express Buses will be transporting ticketed spectators free of charge from several locations around the city to the Olympic Stadium.

The Express Buses arrive at the Express Bus Terminal which is a 5 minute walk to the Olympic Stadium entrance.

Be ready to present your Government issued ID (Şəxsiyyət Vəsiqəsi for nationals) or Passport (for internationals) and Ceremonies ticket (or ticket purchase confirmation) to be able to use the Express Bus Line service.

Please purchase and collect your tickets in advance, as tickets will NOT be available for sale at the Stadium on the ceremony days. If your ticket says Gate E, E1, N or N2 please take the Express Bus Lines to get to the Olympic Stadium.

X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6 are the Express Bus Lines serving the venue.

All Express Bus Stops start/terminate near the metro stations indicated below, which allow you to get on/off the Express Buses and take the metro to continue your journey. Please refer to the transport map on the Spectator page of baku2015.com for the pick/drop off Express Bus Stops.

Express Bus Lines will operate from 04.30pm to 02.00am on Ceremonies days with 5 to 10 minutes’ frequency.

Destination / Venue

Express Bus Line

No.Express Bus Route From Express Bus

StopsExpress Bus

Route To

Olympic Stadium (Ceremonies)

X120 Yanvar metro station

(50 metres walk from metro station)

No stop

Olympic Stadium (Ceremonies)

X2Azadlig metro station(150 metres walk from

metro station)Ayna Sultanova

X3Merkezi park (Fizuli meydani)(600 metres walk from Nizami

metro station)

Ganjlik metro station(200 metres walk

from metro station)

X4Khalglar Dostlugu

metro station(100 metres walk from

metro station)No stop

X5Gara Garayev metro station

(150 metres walk from metro station)

No stop

X6Elmlar Akademiyasi

metro station(600 metres walk from

metro station)No stop

More detailed information about Ceremonies Express Bus times will be announced soon.

Continue to check the Spectators page of baku2015.com or call 2015 (+994 (0)77 2015 000 for international calling) for the latest schedule of Express Bus Lines and to know how you can combine the use of the metro and buses to best plan your journey to and from the venue.

Transport

Accessibility

� Accessible transport is provided to spectators who have a disability or are elderly: this includes an accessible park and ride, a number of accessible express bus routes and accessible load zones for drop-off/pick-up at venues

� All Games venues have accessible toilets, concessions and accessible seating for you and your companion

� Mobility assistance services are available on the venue for spectators who require assistance

For more information about Accessibility call the 2015 European Games Spectator Info Centre or visit the Spectators page of baku2015.com

Female Toilets

Male Toilets

Baby Changing

Lost and found

Information

Entrance/Exit

Cash Machine

Spectator Seating

Medical Assistance

Concessions

Merchandise

Smoking Area

Baby Buggy Storage

Accessible Seating/Toilets

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Male Toilets

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Merchandise

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Level 2

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Male Toilets

Lost and foundInformation

Entrance/Exit

Cash Machine

Spectator Seating

Concessions

Accessible Seating/Toilets

Level 3

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Male Toilets

Entrance/Exit

Baby Changing

Spectator Seating

Concessions

Accessible Seating/Toilets

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Conditions of entry

� Spectators (ticket holders) must have a valid ticket for the session

� Electronic ticket check will be in place at all venues – each ticket holder must carry their ticket at all times while attending the session

� If you are over 16 you will need to bring a valid ticket with a Government issued ID (Şəxsiyyət Vəsiqəsi for nationals) or Passport (for internationals) to enter the venue

� All spectators under 16 years of age as of June 28, must be accompanied by an adult (18+) spectator with a valid ticket and a Government issued ID (Şəxsiyyət Vəsiqəsi for nationals) or Passport (for internationals)

� Children under the age of two will be admitted without a ticket, provided that they remain in the arms of their parents or guardians and do not occupy a separate seat or space

� You will undergo an ‘airport style’ security search at the entrance to the Olympic Stadium which can take time

� Ticket holders will not be allowed to enter the venue with items determined by Government legislation as illegal, dangerous or could compromise safety – Liquids, Aerosols and Gels are prohibited in volumes greater than 100ml and spectators will not be permitted to enter the Olympic Stadium with them – spectators can take medicines in quantity of 1 package and no more than 3 types of medicines in all forms inclusive aerosols, capsules, injections and etc. in fabric manufactures package/bundle (volume of medicines should not excess 100 ml) – the full list of prohibited items are available on baku2015.com

� Ticket holders are not allowed to leave and re-enter any session (using the same ticket)

� No commercial, promotional, advertising or marketing (including charitable) activity may be undertaken at any games venue or in the vicinity of any games venue

Umbrella (Large)

Knives & Offensive Weapons

Fire WorksLiquids & Gels, Glass & Metal TinsOver 100 mls

Demonstration Materials

Lazer Pointers

Whistles & Horns

Large BagsAlcohol

Fire Arms

Explosive Items &Liquids

Pepper Spray

Çətir (böyük)

Bıçaq Və Soyuq Silahlar

Pirotexnika

100 ml-dən Çox Maye, Aerozol, Gel, Şüşə Və Metal Qablar

Nümayiş Materialları Lazer Göstəriciləri

Fitverən Şeypurlar

Böyük ÇantalarSpirtli İçkilər

Silahlar

Partlayıcı Maddələr VəMayelər

Gözyaşardıcı Qaz

Prohibited ItemsQadağan Olunmuş Əşyaların Siyahısı

+100 mls

Conditions of entry

Be prepared

� Purchase your ticket prior to travelling to the event as tickets will not be available for purchase at the venue

� Gates at the Olympic Stadium will open at 17:00 on the day of the Ceremonies, so please make sure that you arrive on time and are in your seat by 20:00, as the show will start promptly at 20:15

� Spectators will be permitted to bring a ‘reasonable’ amount of non-perishable food in original factory packaging for personal consumption - ‘reasonable’ can be defined as a packet of crisps, biscuits and nuts (snacks)

� Bring sun cream (up to 100ml), wear a hat, comfortable shoes and stay hydrated - warm weather is expected

� Bring cash - food and merchandise concessions on the venue accept cash only - there is also an ATM available on the venue

� Look for the signage which will help you to find your way to and around the venue

� Look for the Information Points on the venue where your questions can be answered

� There is no storage available at the venue for ticket holders’ personal property (except for baby buggies which should be stored at the designated areas as you will not be permitted to take them to your seats)

� Smoking is allowed only in designated areas on the venue

� Help us to protect our environment – use the bins provided on the venue and place your waste in the correct bin

� Adhere to the venue rules and codes of conduct and instructions from event staff

� Don’t miss out on your chance to buy Baku 2015 European Games official merchandise, something to suit everyone with the range including t-shirts, backpacks, mugs, mascot soft toys and lots more

Key contact information

Emergency servicesIn case of any emergency situation immediately call:

101 - Fire 102 - Police 103 - Ambulance

112 - Crisis Centre

Baku 2015 Lost & Found Claims CentreIn the case of any personal property lost or found on competition venues, contact: +994 (0) 12 525 5678Lost & Found Claims Centre, Level 2 at the AF Mall (entry via Bul Bul Prospect – follow signs for UAC)

2015 – European Games Spectator Info CentreIn the case of ticketing enquiries, contact: 2015 or +994 (0) 77 2015 000 (for international calling) or ticket@baku2015.com

In the case of general Baku 2015 enquiries, contact: 2015 or +994 (0) 77 2015 000 (for international calling) or visit baku2015.com

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Official Partners

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This information is correct at the time of publication release. More updated information can be found at baku2015.com