Bojangles Coliseum

Best seats

The tin roof reflects crowd noise down into the bowl, so it gets loud. Balcony seats above the concourse are the cheapest and still see well. Platinum and Rinkside seats sit low on the sides. The Red Line Club sits between the locker room and the ice, so you can high-five players as they come out.

Parking

Parking in the lot next to the Coliseum is usually included in your ticket price. Lots open 2 hours before events. Enter from Paul Buck Blvd/Arena Blvd. Rideshare drop-off and pickup is next to Ovens Auditorium off Paul Buck Blvd. (Included with ticket (otherwise $10) USD)

Getting there

The Coliseum is on Independence Blvd (US-74) east of Uptown, with the main entrance off Briar Creek Road. The arena recommends arriving 1 hour early for big crowds.

Bar scene

The streets right around the arena aren't great for walking, so park in the arena lot or use rideshare. For food before the game, the venue points to nearby Plaza Midwood.

Pre-game bars

• Vaulted Oak Brewery — Popular pre- and post-game brewery a short drive away
• Red Line Club — In-arena restaurant and bar at ice level; the bar opens to everyone when doors open, and reservations start 90 minutes before puck drop

Insider tips

• The venue is fully cashless.
• Clear bags only; non-clear bags can be no bigger than 4.5x6.5 in. Entry uses walk-through metal detectors.
• Wednesday games have $2 draft beer (Winning Wednesday).
• No strollers in the venue.
• Skip concession lines with the Checkers mobile ordering app.