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About Freedom Shopping Mart Center
Welcome to the Freedom Shopping Mart Center page, your one-stop guide to attending events at this versatile Fresno venue. Located on the Fresno State campus, the arena hosts a range of events from concerts to sports. We’ve gathered practical details on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby hotels and dining to help you secure your tickets and plan your visit with ease.
Whether you’re catching a high-energy concert, a college or professional basketball game, or a special event, this page covers what you need—from seating configurations to commuter tips—so you’ve got a friend in the business when you buy tickets.
Venue overview: Freedom Shopping Mart Center is a multi-purpose arena on the Fresno State campus, configured to accommodate a variety of event types with scalable seating from intimate setups to full-capacity shows.
Seating and configurations: Official seating charts show lower, mid, and upper levels, with floor options varying by event. Typical capacities include approximately 15,596 for basketball, 14,224 for hockey, about 18,000 for center-stage concerts, around 15,500 for end-stage concerts, and up to 8,000 for half-house concerts. For the most accurate seating and ticket availability, refer to the specific event listing and seating plan.
Parking: On-site North and East lots with additional campus parking. Standard parking for most non-athletic events is around the best available price per vehicle. Premium parking options may be available for select events. Expect roughly 2,900 on-site spaces, with campus lots as needed for large crowds.
Transit and getting there: Rideshare drop-offs occur near the main entrance for convenience. Public transit options exist but may be limited on event days, so plan ahead. Consider nearby hotels and dining along Shaw Avenue and River Park for a comfortable visit.
Nearby hotels: University Inn Fresno (2655 East Shaw Ave) offers convenient access to the arena. Other nearby options include Hilton Garden Inn Clovis (520 West Shaw Ave, Clovis) and Holiday Inn Express Fresno River Park (7115 N Howard St), all good bases for pre- or post-event meals and accommodations.
Nearby dining: The surrounding Shaw Avenue corridor and River Park area offer a range of casual to family-friendly dining. We highlight affiliate partnerships with trusted local and national brands to help you book in advance and secure your plans.
Notable events: The venue has hosted major acts and events including WWE Royal Rumble 2005, Vans Warped Tour, Winter Jam, Mayhem Festival, and historic basketball tournaments. Check the event page for date-specific details and seating options.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Venue (closest match): Save Mart Center at Fresno State, 2650 East Shaw Avenue, Fresno, CA 93710.
- Venue type: multi‑purpose arena on a university campus (Fresno State).
- Capacity (configurations): ~15,596 for basketball, ~14,224 for hockey, ~18,000 for center‑stage concerts, ~15,500 for end‑stage concerts, ~8,000 for half‑house concerts.
- Seating chart: official seating charts available (lower/mid/upper levels; floor options vary by event).
- Parking: on-site North and East lots with additional campus parking; standard vehicle parking around $25 for non‑athletic events; premium options available; ~2,900 on‑site spaces plus campus lots as needed.
- Transit: rideshare drop‑offs near the main entrance; public transit options exist but are limited for events (BUS routes to near campus; plan ahead).
- Nearby hotels: University Inn Fresno (2655 East Shaw Ave), Hilton Garden Inn Clovis (520 West Shaw Ave, Clovis), Holiday Inn Express Fresno River Park (7115 N Howard St).
- Notable events hosted: WWE Royal Rumble 2005, Vans Warped Tour, Winter Jam, Mayhem Festival, Western Athletic Conference basketball tournament (2004), among others.