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About Erie Insurance Arena

Welcome to Erie Insurance Arena, a multi-purpose indoor arena in downtown Erie, PA. Home to the Erie Otters (OHL) since 1996, this venue hosts hockey, basketball, concerts, family shows, and community events. With a flexible capacity ranging from 6,716 for hockey up to 9,360 for concerts, there’s plenty of room for a great night out. The arena sits at 809 French Street, Erie, PA 16501, and offers a variety of seating levels and club options to suit different preferences.

Whether you’re planning a skate with the Otters, a big-name concert, or a family show, we’ve got you covered with practical tips on seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining options. Secure your seats through trusted partners and enjoy a smooth, no-fuss experience from arrival to post-event.

Parking is convenient with the Erie Insurance Parking Garage directly across from the arena (1,000 spaces) and city garages at 8th & French and 10th & French. Expect event parking rates around the best available price, with garages typically opening about 90 minutes before events. Some locations are credit‑card only for pay‑at‑exit. For transit, EMTA fixed-route buses and the Bayliner Trolley, plus UPMC Shuttle/Park‑N‑Ride and nearby Intermodal Transportation Center access, make getting to the venue easy. Nearby hotels within walking distance include Courtyard Erie Bayfront (2 Sassafras Pier) and Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel (55 W Bay Dr), ideal for a hotel-and-event stay. If you’re after a reliable ticketing connection, we can help secure seats for your preferred date and event.

Venue history: originally the Erie Civic Center (1983–2008) and Louis J. Tullio Arena (2008–2012), the venue was renamed Erie Insurance Arena in 2012 after naming rights were acquired by Erie Insurance Group. It continues to be a central hub for sports, concerts, and community events in Erie.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 809 French Street, Erie, PA 16501.
  • Venue type: multi‑purpose indoor arena; home to the Erie Otters (OHL) since 1996.
  • Capacity: 6,716 for hockey; up to 7,500 for basketball; up to 9,360 for concerts.
  • Seating chart: 100 level lower bowl, 200 level upper bowl, 300 level club; seat numbering starts with the lowest numbers on the right when facing the stage/ice.
  • Parking: nearby options include Erie Insurance Parking Garage (1,000 spaces) across from the arena; city garages at 8th & French (8th St) and 10th & French (10th St) with event rates around $4–$5; garages open ~90 minutes before events; some locations are credit‑card only for pay‑at‑exit.
  • Transit: Erie Transit (EMTA) fixed‑route buses and Bayliner Trolley; UPMC Shuttle/Park‑N‑Ride; Intermodal Transportation Center access nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: Courtyard Erie Bayfront (2 Sassafras Pier) and Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel (55 W Bay Dr) are within walking distance and cater to events at the Bayfront/Erie area.
  • Notable events hosted: Elton John, Rod Stewart, Cher, KISS, Barry Manilow, Alan Jackson; Disney on Ice, WWE, Harlem Globetrotters, Ringling Bros.; also hosts high school/college games and other major community events.
  • Renaming/history: originally Erie Civic Center (1983–2008), Louis J. Tullio Arena (2008–2012); renamed Erie Insurance Arena after Erie Insurance Group naming rights in 2012.