Amerant Bank Arena
Sunrise · Home of 🏒 Florida Panthers
⚡ Quick answers
- Who plays at Amerant Bank Arena?
- Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise is home to the Florida Panthers (NHL).
- What is the closest airport to Amerant Bank Arena?
- Fort Lauderdale (FLL) is the closest major airport, about 15 miles (24 km) from Amerant Bank Arena — roughly 21 min by car depending on traffic.
- How much is parking at Amerant Bank Arena?
- Game-day parking starts around $40 USD. Some fans park for free in the northern reaches of the Sawgrass Mills mall lot across the street and walk over (roughly 12-15 minutes), but the mall has cracked down on e…
- How much is a beer at Amerant Bank Arena?
- A standard beer (16 oz) is about $15.00 USD at regular stands, 2025-26. A regular hot dog is about $9.85 USD. Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
- How do you get to Amerant Bank Arena without a car?
- Public transit to this arena is poor - fan-guide sources explicitly advise against relying on it.
- Where are the best seats at Amerant Bank Arena?
- Lower bowl (100s) for the surging Panthers crowd; upper 300s cheap. It's out in Sunrise (not Miami) — sit lower, arrive via the lots.
- What is the bag policy at Amerant Bank Arena?
- At Panthers games, plan on a clutch up to 4×6×1.5 in.; the arena's general policy allows bags up to 12×12 in. through X-ray. No outside food or drinks except medical or religious needs (in see-through bags). One sealed plastic water bottle per guest at most events; no glass, metal or thermoses.
- Is Amerant Bank Arena wheelchair accessible?
- Accessible seats are on every level with up to 3 companion seats; buy on SeatGeek or call the Box Office (954-835-7469). ADA parking details aren't published; Lyft drop-off and Broward TOPS paratransit (954-357-8400) are options. Enter at the North entrance via Publix Plaza, with priority elevators outside Sections 104, 131, 304 and 331. Tell any Event Services team member when you arrive for an escort to your seat.
✈️🚗 Getting to Amerant Bank Arena
Nearest major airport: Fort Lauderdale (FLL) — about 15 mi / 21 min away.
🏟️ Fan guide
Best seats
Lower bowl (100s) for the surging Panthers crowd; upper 300s cheap. It's out in Sunrise (not Miami) — sit lower, arrive via the lots.
Parking
Huge surface lots around the arena (tailgating happens); suburban with no transit, so everyone drives. Easy in/out. ($20–40 USD)
Getting there
No transit — drive to Sunrise (west of Fort Lauderdale). Budget time on I-595 / the Sawgrass.
Bar scene
Suburban lots plus the adjacent Sawgrass Mills area; not a walkable bar district — tailgate or hit chains nearby. Las Olas (Fort Lauderdale) is a ~20-min drive for nightlife.
Pre-game bars
- Sawgrass/arena-area spots — Chains and sports bars nearby.
- Las Olas (Ft. Lauderdale) — Real bar strip, ~20-min drive.
Concession prices (USD, approx)
- Standard beer (16 oz), 2025-26$15.00
- Hot dog$9.85
- Cuban sandwich$12
Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
Insider tips
- Drive — it's in Sunrise, not Miami
- Give yourself buffer on the Sawgrass
♿ Accessibility at Amerant Bank Arena
Accessible seats are on every level with up to 3 companion seats; buy on SeatGeek or call the Box Office (954-835-7469). ADA parking details aren't published; Lyft drop-off and Broward TOPS paratransit (954-357-8400) are options. Enter at the North entrance via Publix Plaza, with priority elevators outside Sections 104, 131, 304 and 331. Tell any Event Services team member when you arrive for an escort to your seat.
- Sensory-friendly
- Sensory room on the 300 Level (by ABA Centers of Florida) and free sensory bags at Guest Services, first-come. Strobe lights may be used.
- Hearing
- Free hearing devices for most events at Guest Services in the North Entrance Lobby (photo ID). Your own FM receiver can pick up the broadcast at Panthers games.
- ASL interpreters
- Available for any event with at least two weeks' notice—call 954-835-7469.
- Service animals
- Trained service animals and animals in training, leashed and in your seating area. No relief area listed.
🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy
- Bags
- At Panthers games, plan on a clutch up to 4×6×1.5 in.; the arena's general policy allows bags up to 12×12 in. through X-ray.
- Bag check
- Paid lockers at the bottom of the Publix Plaza stairs (fee not stated).
- Outside food
- No outside food or drinks except medical or religious needs (in see-through bags).
- Water bottles
- One sealed plastic water bottle per guest at most events; no glass, metal or thermoses.
- Refill stations
- No refill policy stated; fountains near Sections 108, 115, 121, 128, 308, 315, 321 and 328.
- Re-entry
- No re-entry.
Not allowed & exceptions
- Diaper, breast-pump and medical bags allowed with screening
- Strollers in seating areas
- Laptops and tablets
- Airhorns and whistles
- The arena is cashless
⚠️ Check before you go: The arena's policy allows bags up to 12×12 in., but the Panthers' July 2026 FAQ allows only a 4×6×1.5 in. clutch—we show the stricter rule.
From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗
🧳 Visiting Amerant Bank Arena as an away fan
The next visiting teams, and the airport you'd fly into: Fort Lauderdale (FLL) (FLL). Each link has that team's full road-trip guide.
- Sat, Oct 17Seattle Kraken at Panthers NHL
- Fri, Oct 30Winnipeg Jets at Panthers NHL
- Mon, Nov 2Detroit Red Wings at Panthers NHL
- Wed, Nov 4Chicago Blackhawks at Panthers NHL
- Thu, Nov 12Detroit Red Wings at Panthers NHL
- Tue, Nov 17Edmonton Oilers at Panthers NHL
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