Peoria Civic Center

Best seats

Glass seats are the priciest at $31.50. Upper Bowl Ends ($15.50) are the budget pick, and Sunday Family Fun Days drop kids' upper bowl seats to $8.50.

Parking

Two first-come lots: the Marquee Lot (entrance off Kumpf Blvd, best for the arena) and the Fulton Lot (Fulton & Monroe). There is more parking around downtown, and the accessible drop-off lane is on Jefferson Ave. (Usually $10-$25 depending on the event; credit/debit card only, no prepay. USD)

Getting there

At 201 SW Jefferson Ave. From I-74 West take Exit 94 (Riverfront Dr) and follow signs to Carver Arena; from I-74 East take Exit 92 (Glendale Ave), which becomes Kumpf Blvd, and the arena is on the left.

Bar scene

Inside, Whiskey City Pub (Sec 114) is a full-service bar and Brewhaus (Sec 120) pours beer and mixed drinks.

Pre-game bars

• Whiskey City Pub (Sec 114) — In-arena full-service cocktail bar.
• Brewhaus (Sec 120) — In-arena beer and mixed drinks.

Insider tips

• Fully cashless: the parking lots and concessions take cards and mobile wallets only.
• Construction affects entrances: Entrances #2 and #5 are open for every event, and doors typically open 1 hour early.
• Clear bag policy (12x6x12 in) or a 5x8 in clutch; no re-entry.
• Day-of-game tickets cost $1 more in most sections, so buy ahead.
• Try Avanti's Gondolas at the 309 Eats stands, a Central Illinois favorite.