The Kia Center in Orlando, Florida, is a versatile venue hosting various events, including NBA games with the Orlando Magic and significant concerts featuring artists like Michael Jackson and One Direction. Opened in 2010, the center has a seating capacity of 18,846 and offers different seating arrangements for basketball and concerts. It has a strict no-bag policy, with exceptions for small clutches and specific medical or parenting bags, and provides locker services through Binbox. Convenient parking options include the GEICO Garage and other nearby facilities, while hotel accommodations are available within walking distance, such as the AC Hotel Orlando Downtown. The Kia Center is a cashless stadium using mobile tickets for entry, provides free Wi-Fi, and enforces a no re-entry and no smoking policy, ensuring a secure and efficient experience for visitors attending events like concerts and sports games.

The Kia Center, located at 400 West Church Street in Orlando, serves as a multi-purpose arena, home to the Orlando Magic and Predators, and has hosted events like WWE's Thunderdome during the COVID-19 pandemic.

With a seating capacity of 18,846, the center accommodates various layouts for basketball games and concerts, with detailed seating maps available on the venue's website to assist guests, including those with accessibility needs.

The center enforces a strict no-bag policy, allowing only small clutches and specific exceptions for medical and parent bags, with Binbox providing locker services for larger items near the venue.

Parking options include the adjacent GEICO Garage and the 520 W Pine St. Garage, with additional first-come, first-serve parking in downtown Orlando ranging from $10-$20, while pre-paid parking must be arranged in advance.

Nearby hotel options such as the AC Hotel Orlando Downtown and Aloft Orlando Downtown offer convenient accommodations within walking distance of the arena, and the closest airport is Orlando Airport (MCO), 18.5 miles away.

The Kia Center uses mobile tickets exclusively, requires guests to enter through the West Plaza entrance, and opens doors an hour before events, maintaining a no re-entry policy except for emergencies and allowing service animals.

The venue is cashless, accepting only credit, debit, and gift cards, offers free Wi-Fi to all guests, and prohibits outside food and beverages, with exceptions for medical reasons, and strictly enforces a no-smoking policy.

Table of contents:

• Kia Center key facts
• Kia Center seating map
• Kia Center bag policy
• Kia Center parking and transportation options
• Hotels near Kia Center
• Airports near Kia Center
• Full event schedule at Kia Center
• FAQ

A family trip to Orlando could involve a trip to Disney World or Universal Studios, but if you aren't hanging around Disney Springs, the Kia Center is perfect to watch some basketball. 

The Kia Center is home to the Orlando Magic and Predators. The Magic is a team with young stars — while they've never won a championship, the NBA has been put on notice.

Some iconic concerts have graced the venue, like performances from Michael Jackson, Britney Spears, One Direction and more. WWE also held events there during the COVID-19 pandemic, calling the Kia Center "The Thunderdome." 

Are you traveling to Orlando soon and want to know more about Kia Center? We've got you covered.

Here's everything you need to know about Kia Center, including a full schedule of upcoming events that will be held at the venue. 

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Kia Center key facts

• Address: 400 West Church Street, Orlando, Florida 32801
• Capacity: 18,846
• Built: 2008-2010
• Opened: October 1, 2010

Kia Center is located at 400 West Church Street in Orlando, Florida.

Kia Center seating map

Basketball Seating Map

You can see the full layout for basketball games below. If you need information on accessible seating for individuals with disabilities, you can check out accessibility resources on the Kia Center website.

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Concert seating map 

Kia Center alters its seating map for concerts. The map below gives you the general layout for a concert, though it can change depending on how a performer sets up the stage. 

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Kia Center bag policy

Kia Center has a strict "no bag" policy. Guests are allowed to bring one small clutch that measures 4.5x6.5x1 inches. The only exceptions are medical and parent bags (max: 14x14x6 inches)

Binbox is a service available for holding bags. For a small fee, you can reserve a locker outside near Big Storm Brewery on Church St. and Division Ave. 

For a full list of prohibited items, check out the Kia Center website. 

Kia Center parking options and cost

Parking is available at the GEICO Garage, right next to Kia Center. Parking is also available for purchase inside the 520 W Pine St. Garage, a five-minute walk from the arena. 

There's also first-come, first-serve parking in downtown Orlando that ranges from $10-$20. Purchases for reserved or pre-paid parking must be made by 5 p.m. on the day before the event. 

For more information on parking, check out the Kia Center website. 

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Hotels near Kia Center

There are plenty of hotel options near Kia Center. The closest hotel is the AC Hotel Orlando Downtown, just a six-minute walk from the arena. 

It takes 12 minutes to get to the arena from Aloft Orlando Downtown, and about 14 minutes to get to Kia Center from the Marriott Orlando Downtown.

The closest airport to Kia Center is Orlando Airport (MCO), which is 18.5 miles away. Orlando Sanford International Airport is another option, about 27 minutes (26 miles) away from Kia Center. 

Event schedule at Kia Center 2025

Below is a list of other events and concerts being held at Kia Center in 2025. For a more comprehensive schedule, visit the Kia Center website.

• June 13: Luke Bryan
• July 17: Dude Perfect
• Sept. 7: Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour
• Sept. 13-14: Tate McRae
• Oct. 26: Jonas Brothers
• Nov. 8: Lainey Wilson

FAQs

Does Kia Center use mobile tickets?

Kia Center uses mobile tickets for all events. Guests must display their passes on mobile phones in order to enter. 

Where do I enter Kia Center?

Guests going through General Admission must enter through the West Plaza entrance at the corner of Division Ave. & Church St.

In general, doors open to the public one hour before the event time on a ticket. Guests can line up for a show at 7 a.m. that day (subject to change per event).

Can I re-enter Kia Center?

The Kia Center has a strict no re-entry policy, unless in the case of emergency. 

Are animals allowed into Kia Center?

Service animals are permitted inside Kia Center as long as they are attended and remain on leash.  

Does Kia Center sell alcohol?

Kia Center has alcoholic beverages available for purchase at concessions and bars around the stadium. 

For a list of rules regarding alcohol and places that serve, check out Kia Center website. 

Can I bring outside food or beverages into Kia Center?

Outside food and beverage are not allowed into Kia Center. However, exceptions can be made for medical purposes. 

Is smoking allowed at Kia Center? 

Kia Center strictly prohibits the use of tobacco and smoking in the arena.

Does Kia Center have Wi-Fi?

Yes, Kia Center has free and available Wi-Fi for all guests.

Is Kia Center a cashless stadium?

Yes, Kia Center is a cashless stadium. Only credit, debit and gift cards are accepted at concessions.