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About ExploreAsheville.com Arena at Harrah's Cherokee Center

Welcome to the ExploreAsheville.com Arena at Harrah's Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville. This versatile, multi-purpose arena hosts a wide range of events—from college basketball to concerts and regional showcases. With a seating capacity of up to 7,200 (configurations vary by event), you’ll want to secure your seats in advance. The arena sits within Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville, a complex that also includes the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium and other spaces. Here’s what you need to know to plan your visit, from seating and parking to transit and nearby hotels and dining options.

Whether you’re attending a high-energy game, a concert, or a cultural performance, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticket purchasing and insider tips. We’ll point you toward affiliate hotel partners and recommended dining near the venue to help you build a smooth day or weekend in downtown Asheville.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: Up to 7,200 for arena events (configurations vary by event).
  • Address: 87 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801.
  • Venue type: Multi-purpose arena (ExploreAsheville.com Arena) within Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville; the complex also includes Thomas Wolfe Auditorium and other spaces.
  • Seating charts: Separate seating charts exist for the ExploreAsheville.com Arena and Thomas Wolfe Auditorium; accessibility varies by event and balcony elevator access is limited in the Auditorium.
  • Parking: Multiple city garages nearby with posted rates; Harrah’s Cherokee Center Garage has 550 spaces; special event parking often $11; on-street meters and other surface lots available in downtown Asheville.
  • Transit: ART (Asheville Rides Transit) serves the area; ART Transit Station is located at 49 Coxe Avenue in downtown Asheville.
  • Nearby hotels: Walking-distance options include Cambria Hotel (0.1 mi), Embassy Suites (0.2 mi), Renaissance Asheville Downtown (0.7 mi), Haywood Park Hotel (0.2 mi), and other downtown properties.
  • Notable events hosted: Ingles Southern Conference Men’s & Women’s Basketball Championships; Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam; Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands; Asheville Symphony performances in the associated Thomas Wolfe Auditorium.
  • Renaming/demolished: The facility has undergone naming changes over the years (formerly U.S. Cellular Center Asheville); the arena within the complex is officially named ExploreAsheville.com Arena.