03/01/2026
CME Stadium Tour #7 - SAP Garden, Munich Germany 🇩🇪 🏟️
As part of our Thorn Lighting & Zumtobel Group partnership journey, CME Stadium Tour #7 took us inside the state-of-the-art SAP Garden Arena, the new home of EHC Red Bull Munich and FC Bayern Munich Basketball.
As stadium lighting specialists, this was an exceptional opportunity to experience one of Europe’s newest and most technologically advanced arenas, purpose-built to redefine fan engagement, performance and premium hospitality.
🏟️ A stadium built for the future!
SAP Garden is a next-generation venue where lighting plays a central role in shaping atmosphere, broadcast quality and the overall spectator experience. Highlights include cutting-edge Zumtobel lighting solutions (non-FOP) and the world-first Red Bull Gaming Room, setting a new benchmark for immersive, multi-use sporting environments.
🏟️ Expert insight, behind the scenes, we were incredibly fortunate to be guided through the venue by Felix, whose deep knowledge and passion brought the SAP Garden Arena story to life.
🙌 An unforgettable VIP experience
The evening culminated in an exclusive VIP experience, including:
• Dinner in the VIP area, overlooking live player interviews
• Premium seating right on the ice, placing us at the heart of the action and delivering a truly electric fan experience 💯
🏒 A historic night in Red Bull hockey
Adding to the significance, we were there for a milestone moment, Patrick Hager’s 1000th game for EHC Red Bull Munich.
Tour highlights included 👇
Technical Tour – how Zumtobel lighting elevates performance and fan immersion
FIFA Floodlight Programme with Eliot Horsman, exploring global sports lighting standards
Partner Awards & Game Night – Red Bull Munich vs Eisbären Berlin, capped off with a meet-and-greet with player #55 Wagner - the ultimate client experience
This journey reinforces CME’s commitment to Performance and Partnership, and our relentless focus on Innovation that Redefines What’s Possible.