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About Madhouse/asylum

Welcome to our comprehensive Madhouse/Asylum venue page. While Madhouse on Madison is best known as the historic Chicago Stadium site at 1800 W Madison St, the modern centerpiece in the area is the United Center, just across the street at 1901 W Madison St. United Center is the current large-venue home for basketball, hockey, and concerts, and its surrounding district offers convenient parking, transit access, and a range of hotels and dining options. We’ve got you covered with parking guidance, transit details, and trusted local recommendations to help you plan your next visit.

Note: For the historic Madhouse on Madison, the stadium hosted major events from its opening in 1929 through its closure in 1994 and demolition in 1995, including presidential nominating conventions. Today, the area is anchored by United Center, a premier Chicago venue with extensive seating capacities for sports and entertainment. Each event at United Center is treated as its own experience, so verify date-specific details when you buy tickets.

Seating and venue layout: United Center offers versatile seating configurations for basketball, hockey, and concerts, with capacities up to 23,500 for concerts. The historic Madhouse site remains a landmark in the neighborhood’s story, but all current events take place at United Center or nearby facilities. When booking tickets, you’ll see seating options labeled by the section you want and great seats, along with current availability. Secure your seats through our trusted network—consider accessibility seating if needed and check the venue’s accessibility guide for aisles, entrances, and restrooms.

Parking and transportation: The United Center provides substantial parking with roughly 6,000 spaces across multiple lots and ramps. Plan ahead using official directions and parking options, and consider ride-sharing as a convenient alternative. The venue is well-served by Chicago transit, including nearby CTA stops such as Damen/Ashland, and bus routes that connect to the Illinois Medical District and downtown. If you’re driving, allow extra time for traffic before events and check the venue’s plan-your-visit pages for the latest parking guidance.

Nearby hotels and dining: There are multiple hotels within a short drive or transit ride of the United Center, including properties close to downtown Chicago. For a comfortable stay near event venues, explore hotel options like Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown and other centrally located properties, as well as practical dining options before or after shows. We partner with trusted hotels and restaurants to offer convenient recommendations that balance value and location. Always confirm current rates and availability on the partner sites before booking.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Madhouse on Madison historically referred to Chicago Stadium (address: 1800 W Madison St, Chicago). Capacity was 18,676 for basketball and 17,317 for hockey (with variations by configuration); opened 1929, closed 1994, and demolished 1995. It was replaced by United Center across the street.
  • United Center is the current large venue at 1901 W Madison St, Chicago. Capacity: 20,917 for basketball, 19,717 for hockey, up to 23,500 for concerts.
  • Parking at United Center: official parking capacity around 6,000 spaces; plan-your-visit pages outline parking options and directions.
  • Transit: United Center is served by Chicago transit, with public options and nearby CTA stops (e.g., Damen/Ashland) and proximity to the Illinois Medical District.
  • Asylum NYC is a separate venue at 123 E 24th St, Manhattan, with about 150 seats. Opened 2017 and reopened in 2023. Notable productions include Titanique, Cellino v. Barnes, and Exorcistic: The Rock Musical.
  • Nearby hotels for United Center events include options like the Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown and other nearby properties; some listings note 2 miles or so distance and city-center access.
  • Notable events hosted at Chicago Stadium included five presidential nominating conventions; the venue was a major multi-sport and concert site before replacement by United Center.