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Paycom Center

Oklahoma City · Home of 🏀 Oklahoma City Thunder

⚡ Quick answers

Who plays at Paycom Center?
Paycom Center in Oklahoma City is home to the Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA).
What is the closest airport to Paycom Center?
Oklahoma City (OKC) is the closest major airport, about 9 miles (14 km) from Paycom Center — roughly 13 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at Paycom Center?
Game-day parking starts around $8 USD. A genuine free option exists: the EMBARK Park & Ride lot at NW Expressway and Meridian Avenue is free to park, and a receipt from any downtown parking garage doubles as a…
How much is a beer at Paycom Center?
A standard beer (16 oz) is about $6.84 USD at regular stands, 2024-25. Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
How do you get to Paycom Center without a car?
EMBARK's Downtown Streetcar (Bricktown Loop) has a free stop right at Paycom Center along Sheridan Avenue.
Where are the best seats at Paycom Center?
Lower bowl (100s) for the loud Thunder crowd; upper 300s cheap. Downtown by Bricktown — sit lower.
What is the bag policy at Paycom Center?
Bags (clear ones too) must be smaller than 6×9×2 in. No outside food or drinks; email the arena about food needed for medical reasons. No outside drinks or insulated cups.
Is Paycom Center wheelchair accessible?
Buy wheelchair seats at the box office or online and say you need accessible seating; you can add up to three companion seats. Drop-off is at the Northwest Entrance on Thunder Drive; the arena has no ADA parking lot of its own. Northwest Entrance elevators (Section 101) reach every level, including the floor. Guest Relations reps at any entrance give free escorts to your seat, and you can store your own chair at the NE or NW Guest Relations desk.
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✈️🚗 Getting to Paycom Center

Nearest major airport: Oklahoma City (OKC) — about 9 mi / 13 min away.

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🏟️ Fan guide

Best seats

Lower bowl (100s) for the loud Thunder crowd; upper 300s cheap. Downtown by Bricktown — sit lower.

Parking

Downtown/Bricktown garages and lots around the arena; walkable. Easy in/out. ($15–25 USD)

Getting there

No rail — walk from downtown OKC / Bricktown; the OKC Streetcar loops downtown. Ample garages.

Bar scene

Bricktown right by the arena — a canal entertainment district full of bars and restaurants — is the pre-game hub. Very walkable.

Pre-game bars

  • Bricktown — Canal-side bar/restaurant district by the arena.
  • Downtown OKC pubs — More a short walk away.

Concession prices (USD, approx)

  • Standard beer (16 oz), 2024-25$6.84
  • BBQ$13

Prices vary by stand and size and may change.

Insider tips

  • Bricktown pre-game
  • OKC Streetcar loops downtown

♿ Accessibility at Paycom Center

Buy wheelchair seats at the box office or online and say you need accessible seating; you can add up to three companion seats. Drop-off is at the Northwest Entrance on Thunder Drive; the arena has no ADA parking lot of its own. Northwest Entrance elevators (Section 101) reach every level, including the floor. Guest Relations reps at any entrance give free escorts to your seat, and you can store your own chair at the NE or NW Guest Relations desk.

Sensory-friendly
KultureCity partner: sensory kits at the VIP and Southwest entrances, and a quiet room (also the Mother's Room) next to First Aid at Section 112.
Hearing
Free assistive listening devices at Guest Relations inside the Northeast entrance, across from Section 105 (ID deposit). No captioning info listed.
ASL interpreters
Signed performances for select events only; request at least 3 weeks ahead (info@paycomcenter.com, 405-602-8700).
Service animals
Trained guide dogs and service animals permitted. No relief area listed.
📞 405-602-8700Official accessibility guide ↗

🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy

Bags
Bags (clear ones too) must be smaller than 6×9×2 in.
Bag check
No bag check; strollers are discouraged and must be checked with Guest Services.
Outside food
No outside food or drinks; email the arena about food needed for medical reasons.
Water bottles
No outside drinks or insulated cups.
Refill stations
Accessible fountains on every concourse.
Re-entry
No re-entry.

Not allowed & exceptions

  • No listed diaper/medical bag exception
  • Cameras with detachable lenses
  • Signs over 11×17 in.
  • Umbrellas must stay closed

From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗

🧳 Visiting Paycom Center as an away fan

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