Hamilton Hammers road trip guide

Best seats

For the best view of center ice, sit on the north side; the floor-level suites are on that side too.

Parking

The arena has no on-site parking. The official lot is the York Boulevard Parkade (28 York Blvd), which you can prepay in the TD Coliseum app or on the website, or pay drive-up if spaces remain. Jackson Square Garage (100 King St W, enter from Bay St), the Bay Street Parkade and the Hunter Street Parkade are all walkable. ($20+)

Getting there

Downtown at 101 York Blvd. From Toronto, take the QEW to Hwy 403 West and exit at Main St E/York Blvd. Rideshare drop-off and pick-up is in the Vine Street lot off James St N.

Bar scene

The James Street North and downtown core are a short walk away, with breweries and restaurants for before and after the game.

Pre-game bars

• Merit Brewing — Local brewpub named by Stadium Journey as a pre/post-game pick
• The Mule — Downtown spot named by Stadium Journey as a pre/post-game pick
• Tobey's Good Eats — Pre/post-game option near the venue

Insider tips

• Concessions use cashier-less tap-to-pay checkouts, and your bank places a temporary hold of about $30 until the final total settles.
• Only small bags and purses are allowed; no backpacks or oversized bags.
• Doors usually open an hour before the event. There's no re-entry, even to smoke.
• Tickets are mobile through the Ticketmaster or TD Coliseum app, and printing at the Box Office costs $5.
• The building reopened in late 2025 after a full rebuild; the former FirstOntario Centre is now home to the AHL Hammers and PWHL Hamilton.

Nearest big-league teams (great to pair up)

Also nearby: pro, minor & junior