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- Portland, ME
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About Cross Insurance Arena
Welcome to Cross Insurance Arena, a trusted, multi-purpose venue in downtown Portland, Maine. Since opening in 1977 and undergoing a major renovation in 2012–2014, the arena has hosted Maine Mariners hockey, major concerts, conventions, and trade shows. Whether you’re here for a hockey game, a concerto, or a convention, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.
Located at 1 Civic Center Square, the arena offers a comfortable seating experience with fixed seats for most events and enhanced layouts for concerts. Explore the official seating resources, parking options, transit access, and nearby hotels and dining to make the most of your trip to Portland, Maine.
Pro tip: Check the official seating chart for the event you’re attending. Cross Insurance Arena provides an interactive 360° panorama and a downloadable seating chart to help you choose the perfect view. For travel planning, consider nearby hotels like the Portland Harbor Hotel, The Westin Portland Harborview, and Hyatt Place Portland – Old Port. If you’re driving, the adjacent Spring Street Parking Garage offers convenient parking with hourly rates, and there are additional street parking options nearby. Public transit is readily available via METRO routes along Congress Street, and there are special event transit options through GP Metro when large crowds are expected. We’ve got you covered with a straightforward, no-fuss approach to tickets and visit planning.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1 Civic Center Square, Portland, ME 04101
- Capacity: 6,200 fixed seats; up to about 9,500 for concerts
- Venue type: multi-purpose arena for hockey/basketball, concerts, conventions and trade shows
- Seating chart: official interactive 360° panorama and downloadable seating chart available
- Parking: adjacent Spring Street Parking Garage; street parking nearby; $4/hr in the garage
- Transit: public bus service nearby (METRO routes; several lines stop near Congress St), potential for special event transit via GP Metro
- Nearby hotels: multiple options within walking distance (e.g., Portland Harbor Hotel, The Westin Portland Harborview, Hyatt Place Portland – Old Port, among others)
- Notable events: opened in 1977 with ZZ Top; Elvis Presley was scheduled to perform that year; renovated 2012–2014 and reopened in 2014; hosts Maine Mariners hockey and major concerts