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About Kaiser Permanente Arena

Located in downtown Santa Cruz, Kaiser Permanente Arena is a versatile, indoor venue designed to host basketball, concerts, and a wide range of events. With a capacity of 2,505, it’s a core hub for local sports, national tours, and community gatherings. We’ve got you covered with parking, transit options, nearby hotels and dining, and practical tips to secure your seats for the next big night in Santa Cruz.

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Parking and access are convenient for visitors driving to the arena from the surrounding Bay Area, with downtown lots like Lot 17 Laurel Street Extension and ample street parking on Spruce Street. If you’re using public transit or rideshare, Santa Cruz Metro bus routes serve the arena area, and Lyft is an official rideshare partner with a dedicated pick-up/drop-off zone at 140 Front Street.

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Nearby hotels and dining options make it easy to plan a full night out. Popular options include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Hotel Paradox, both within a short distance, plus a variety of downtown eateries to suit every taste. For attendees coming from out of town or planning a longer stay, check our affiliate partner recommendations for trusted lodging and dining experiences near the venue.

Key events held at Kaiser Permanente Arena have included UC Santa Cruz basketball contests, USA Basketball / World Cup Qualifiers (USA vs Cuba and USA vs Puerto Rico in 2018), Harlem Globetrotters’ 100 Year Tour stop on January 15, 2026, the Gipsy Kings concert on May 19, 2024, and the LFA event on May 9, 2025. Whether you’re here for a game night or a headline show, we’ll help you secure your seats with clear information and dependable service. For the latest event-specific details, including date changes or reschedules, we provide updates and are here to assist with any questions about seating, parking, or getting to the venue.

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Official venue details, maps, and participating partner links are provided to help you plan your visit with confidence. Always verify the latest event date or changes directly with the event organizer when you’ve got your tickets.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Kaiser Permanente Arena, 140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
  • Capacity: 2,505 seats.
  • Venue type: Indoor multi-purpose arena (basketball, concerts, events).
  • Seating chart: Arena Map available on the official Santa Cruz Warriors site.
  • Parking: Downtown Santa Cruz lots (e.g., Lot 17 Laurel Street Extension) and Spruce Street street parking; full city parking map linked from the arena site.
  • Transit: Santa Cruz Metro bus routes serve near the arena; Lyft is an official rideshare partner with a dedicated pick-up/drop-off zone at 140 Front Street.
  • Nearby hotels: Dream Inn Santa Cruz (175 W Cliff Dr); Hotel Paradox (611 Ocean Street); other downtown options like Dream Inn directions page.
  • Notable events hosted: UC Santa Cruz basketball; USA Basketball/World Cup Qualifiers (USA vs Cuba and USA vs Puerto Rico, 2018); Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour stop (Jan 15, 2026); Gipsy Kings concert (May 19, 2024); LFA event (May 9, 2025).