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State Farm Arena

Atlanta · Home of 🏀 Atlanta Hawks

⚡ Quick answers

Who plays at State Farm Arena?
State Farm Arena in Atlanta is home to the Atlanta Hawks (NBA).
What is the closest airport to State Farm Arena?
Atlanta (ATL) is the closest major airport, about 10 miles (16 km) from State Farm Arena — roughly 14 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at State Farm Arena?
Game-day parking starts around $15 USD. Skip downtown parking entirely and park free at an outlying MARTA park-and-ride lot (e.g., North Springs, Sandy Springs, Doraville, Chamblee, College Park, East Point, In…
How much is a beer at State Farm Arena?
A standard beer (16 oz) is about $7.56 USD at regular stands, 2024-25. Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
How do you get to State Farm Arena without a car?
MARTA rail: the Dome/GWCC/Philips Arena/CNN Center Station sits directly beside the arena — walk from the train platform into the arena concourse with no outdoor street crossings and no shuttle needed.
Where are the best seats at State Farm Arena?
Lower bowl (100s) in the renovated, modern arena; upper 200s cheap. Downtown by Centennial Olympic Park — sit lower for the atmosphere.
What is the bag policy at State Farm Arena?
Purses, drawstring bags or small 'fashion backpacks' under 14×14×6 in. are allowed (clear not required); regular backpacks and hard-sided bags are not. No outside food or drinks, except formula/milk for small children and medically necessary snacks approved in advance. No water bottles, sealed or empty.
Is State Farm Arena wheelchair accessible?
Accessible seating is available in all price ranges through Ticketmaster or the Box Office next to Gate 2 (event days only), with companion seats sold alongside. Accessible parking is first-come, first-served in all arena decks and lots (Ruby Lot, Diamond Deck, Sapphire Deck, State Farm Drive), and MARTA's GWCC station is next door. Priority elevators are inside Gates 4, 5 and 7 and the North VIP Entrance. Call Guest Services (404-878-3000) to arrange a wheelchair escort or an escort for visually impaired guests.
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✈️🚗 Getting to State Farm Arena

Nearest major airport: Atlanta (ATL) — about 10 mi / 14 min away.

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🏟️ Fan guide

Best seats

Lower bowl (100s) in the renovated, modern arena; upper 200s cheap. Downtown by Centennial Olympic Park — sit lower for the atmosphere.

Parking

Downtown garages around the arena and Mercedes-Benz Stadium next door; MARTA is easier. ($20–40 USD)

Getting there

MARTA rail to SEC District station (formerly GWCC/CNN Center), right at the door. The easy way in Atlanta traffic.

Bar scene

Downtown Atlanta by the arena is modest; the Centennial Park district has some, and Midtown / the Battery are short rides for better bars. Take MARTA and plan.

Pre-game bars

  • Centennial Park district — A few spots near the arena.
  • Midtown — Atlanta's better bar scene, short ride.

Concession prices (USD, approx)

  • Standard beer (16 oz), 2024-25$7.56
  • 💸 Deal: Hot dog (value menu)
  • Wings$12

Prices vary by stand and size and may change.

Insider tips

  • MARTA to SEC District station
  • Midtown for a real bar scene

♿ Accessibility at State Farm Arena

Accessible seating is available in all price ranges through Ticketmaster or the Box Office next to Gate 2 (event days only), with companion seats sold alongside. Accessible parking is first-come, first-served in all arena decks and lots (Ruby Lot, Diamond Deck, Sapphire Deck, State Farm Drive), and MARTA's GWCC station is next door. Priority elevators are inside Gates 4, 5 and 7 and the North VIP Entrance. Call Guest Services (404-878-3000) to arrange a wheelchair escort or an escort for visually impaired guests.

Sensory-friendly
KultureCity sensory bags and weighted lap pads (with ID) at Guest Services inside Gate 1. A sensory room is available—ask any Guest Experience staff member or call 404-878-3000.
Hearing
Free assistive listening devices at Guest Services inside Gate 1. No captioning info listed.
ASL interpreters
Request at least 30 days ahead via Guest.Engagement@hawks.com or 404-878-3000; the show must approve it.
Service animals
Leashed service animals welcome; call 404-878-3000 for help in advance. No relief area stated, and no re-entry.
📞 404-878-3000Official accessibility guide ↗

🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy

Bags
Purses, drawstring bags or small 'fashion backpacks' under 14×14×6 in. are allowed (clear not required); regular backpacks and hard-sided bags are not.
Bag check
Paid Bag Valet tent by Gate 2 (fee not stated); strollers must be checked at Guest Services inside Gate 1.
Outside food
No outside food or drinks, except formula/milk for small children and medically necessary snacks approved in advance.
Water bottles
No water bottles, sealed or empty.
Re-entry
No re-entry, including for smokers.

Not allowed & exceptions

  • Backpacks and hard-sided bags
  • Umbrellas
  • Signs over 11×17 in. and all flags
  • Detachable-lens cameras, selfie sticks
  • Medical and diaper bags exempt from size limit

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

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