Kitchener Memorial Auditorium

Best seats

Steep seating gives great sightlines all around. The blue seats on the south side are newest with the most legroom, though support beams can block the video board (TV screens fill the gap). Sit on the south side for the centre-ice view.

Parking

The Aud's general lots (C, D, E, F, G) are free. Lot A is reserved paid parking, and Lot B is for carpools of 3+ people. Enter from Ottawa St or Stirling Ave, and arrive early because the lots fill up. (Free CAD)

Getting there

400 East Ave, just east of downtown Kitchener and right off Highway 7 (take the Ottawa St exit, then East Ave north). Most fans use the main concourse entrance off Eugene George Way.

Bar scene

There's almost nothing within walking distance, apart from a small plaza on Ottawa St. Fans head downtown or to the Sportsworld area for a pre-game meal and drinks.

Pre-game bars

• Strykerz Kitchen and Bar — Small bar in the Ottawa Street plaza, the closest option to the Aud.
• The Grand Trunk Saloon — Downtown Kitchener bar, a short drive away.
• Bobby O'Brien's — Downtown Kitchener pub.
• Concordia Club — German club known for schnitzel, a classic Kitchener pre-game meal.

Insider tips

• Bags can be no larger than 8"x10", and no backpacks. Medical and diaper bags are OK.
• There's no re-entry once you're scanned in.
• Sealed clear water bottles (500 ml max), empty reusable bottles and small snack bags are allowed.
• Fridays are the big crowd nights. Concourses are tight at intermission, so expect lines.
• Don't miss Don Cameron Potato Night and the Teddy Bear Toss.