Toyota Center Events

About Toyota Center Events

For Toyota Center tickets and general venue information, read below.

Located in downtown Houston, the Toyota Center is known primarily as the home of the NBA's Houston Rockets. The arena has seen its share of winning teams, with the Rockets seeing plenty of success throughout the history of the venue. Toyota Center has been open since 2003, and has since seen its fair share of entertainers take the stage there in addition to its extensive experience as the home for sports in Houston.

When people think of the Houston Rockets, they usually think of some successful teams, which makes it easy to remember plenty of success on the basketball court taking place at the Toyota Center. The first wave of successful basketball in the Toyota Center came in the 2000s, when center Yao Ming teamed up with the likes of Tracy McGrady and Dikembe Mutombo who, coached by Jeff Van Gundy, were perennial contenders in the Western Conference.

After that era in Rockets history disappeared, the Rockets returned to prominence once again when the great James Harden and Chris Paul joined forces, with the two dynamic point guards working together to make the Rockets one of the best teams in the NBA once again. With an identity focused on transition basketball and three point shooting, coach Mike D'Antoni made this version of the Rockets one of the most fun teams in the history of the NBA.

In addition to the litany of exciting basketball games that have taken place at Toyota Center, the venue also has a long track record of bringing in top musical talents to perform there. From classic artists like the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Guns N' Roses, to current artists like Rihanna and Drake, there has been no shortage of a-list talent lining up to play at the Toyota Center, making it a venue that can be enjoyed year round.

When do gates open for Toyota Center events?

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

When do doors open?

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

What is Toyota Center’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 Toyota Center’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 Toyota Center, but may be subject to inspection or X-ray.

What is Toyota Center's address?

Toyota Center is located at 1510 Polk Street, Houston, TX.

What can I bring into Toyota Center?

While exact rules vary from venue to venue, there are general rules as to what fans can bring into venues like Toyota Center. Even so, we recommend visiting the official Toyota Center 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 Toyota Center (alongside other items).

Where can I buy Toyota Center tickets?

You can buy Toyota Center 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 Toyota Center.

You can find Toyota Center tickets to sporting events, concerts, comedy shows, Broadway shows and more on this page.

Are there hotels near Toyota Center?

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 Toyota Center, we recommend checking out the official Toyota Center site.

Where can I see Toyota Center photos?

You can find Toyota Center 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 Toyota Center.

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