State Farm Arena Events

About State Farm Arena Events

For State Farm Arena tickets and general venue information, read below.

Atlanta's Philips Arena is the home of the NBA's Atlanta Hawks and the WNBA's Atlanta Dream. It was built in 1999 to replace the previous home of basketball in Atlanta, the Omni Coliseum. Since then has seen more than 23 million visitors, attending as many as 160 events each year. It seats up to 18,118 for basketball games and 17,700 for concerts.

Built to update the Hawks' previous venue and modernize Atlanta's sports space, the Philips Arena has a unique layout that accentuates its presence in Atlanta's busy Centennial Park District -- outer steel columns spell out "ATLANTA" along one side of the arena. Inside, club and VIP seating is arranged along one side of the court so that more total seats could be closer to the game. In 2009, the arena gained LEED certification -- becoming the first previously-existing NBA arena to receive this honor based on operation and performance measures.

Located in the Centennial Park District, the Philips Arena sits near several other Atlanta landmarks. The CNN Center is right next door and the facade facing it used to spell out "CNN" as a nod to the arena's neighbor. Other Centennial Park District attractions include the Georgia Dome, the Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia World Congress Center, and the Georgia Aquarium. Beyond that, you'll find a range of restaurants -- from high-end dining to fast food -- as well as lounges, bars, and more. You can easily make a day of a basketball game at Philips Arena, with lots to explore around the arena as well as inside.

In addition to basketball, you can find concerts, family events, conferences, MMA matches, wrestling, and more. For concerts, it's one of the busiest venues in the world, ranked among the top ten busiest in 2008. The first musical performer to visit was Sir Elton John, whose performance was the first event ever held in the newly constructed Philips Arena.

When do gates open for State Farm Arena events?

Depending on the venue and event, gates typically open 2-3 hours before the event start time

When do doors open?

Doors to State Farm Arena typically open between 90 minutes to 2 hours before event time. This usually depends on the type of event.

What is State Farm Arena’s bag policy?

Bag policies regularly change to accommodate new guidelines and protocols, and are in place to protect fans. Though it’s best to consult State Farm Arena’s site for their official bag policy, there are a few general guidelines that most venues follow. For an acceptable bag, we suggest opting for small, hand-held clutches (4.5" x 6.5") rather than large purses. Clear bags are better than opaque backpacks. Medical bags or kits are usually accepted at venues like State Farm Arena, but may be subject to inspection or X-ray.

What is State Farm Arena's address?

State Farm Arena is located at 1 Philips Drive, Atlanta, GA.

What can I bring into State Farm Arena?

While exact rules vary from venue to venue, there are general rules as to what fans can bring into venues like State Farm Arena. Even so, we recommend visiting the official State Farm Arena site for exact rules on what you can and cannot bring.

Outside food is typically permitted, but cans, glass bottles, thermoses and alcoholic beverages are not. Items like camera equipment, laptops or computers, flashlights, drones, strollers and laser pointers are typically not permitted at venues like State Farm Arena (alongside other items).

Where can I buy State Farm Arena tickets?

You can buy State Farm Arena tickets right here on SeatGeek! As the Official Ticket Marketplace for a number of teams, leagues and venues, we work hard to provide the best ticket buying experience for all fans attending State Farm Arena.

You can find State Farm Arena tickets to sporting events, concerts, comedy shows, Broadway shows and more on this page.

Are there hotels near State Farm Arena?

You will often find a number of hotels near the venue you’re attending. For specific information on hotels, restaurants, parking garages and more around State Farm Arena, we recommend checking out the official State Farm Arena site.

Where can I see State Farm Arena photos?

You can find State Farm Arena seating charts, seat views and maps here. You can scroll through photos of seat locations to find exactly where you want to sit for your event at State Farm Arena.

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