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Matthews Arena sits at 238 St. Botolph Street on the Northeastern University campus in Boston, a historic multipurpose venue known for its role in Boston sports history. From hosting the early years of the Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics to the Beanpot and NCAA Frozen Four, Matthews Arena is a landmark where fans can connect with the city’s athletic heritage. While the final event was held on December 13, 2025 and demolition is scheduled to begin in February 2026, this page provides context, seating insights, and practical details for planning a visit or securing tickets for events during its final chapter as a live venue. A new multi‑purpose athletics complex is planned to open in 2028, continuing the legacy of sports at Northeastern.
We’ve got you covered with reliable information on seating configurations, parking options, transit access via Boston’s MBTA, and nearby hotels and dining—prioritizing trusted partners to help you secure comfortable accommodations and convenient meals near Matthews Arena.
Matthews Arena historically accommodated hockey and basketball in the mid‑to‑late 20th century with capacities around 4,666 for hockey and 5,066 for basketball. While there isn’t a current public seating chart, you can expect a layout designed for flexibility across events. If you’re attending a final run of events, plan ahead for doable viewing options and be prepared for changes as the site transitions toward its replacement complex.
How to get there and park
- Address: 238 St. Botolph Street, Boston, MA 02115
- Transit: MBTA Orange Line at Massachusetts Avenue station; Green Line at Symphony station. The venue is easily accessible from central Boston and the Northeastern campus hub.
- Parking: Gainsborough Garage (paid event parking) adjacent to the Arena. Camden Lot has been used historically. Note: surface parking is being replaced as part of the new campus complex project.
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Ticket tips from Your Guys in the know
- Secure your seats early for any final or historical events tied to Matthews Arena. We’ve got you with straightforward, no‑frills access to tickets through trusted channels.
- Check for any venue changes or scheduling updates as the site transitions toward its replacement complex.
- Think location wise: proximity to transit is excellent, and walking options to hotels like The Colonnade can simplify your trip.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: 238 St. Botolph Street, Boston, MA 02115 (Northeastern University campus).
- Venue type: historic multi‑purpose arena (ice hockey, basketball, events).
- Capacity: ice hockey 4,666; basketball 5,066.
- Transit: MBTA Orange Line at Massachusetts Avenue; Green Line at Symphony.
- Parking: Gainsborough Garage (paid event parking) adjacent to the Arena; Camden Lot also used historically; surface parking to be replaced by new complex.
- Notable events: original home of the NHL Boston Bruins (1924–1928); Boston Celtics (1946–1955); Beanpot started there (1952); NCAA Frozen Four (1960).
- Demolition status: final event held December 13, 2025; demolition scheduled to begin February 2026; replacement multi‑purpose athletics complex planned to open in 2028.
- Nearby hotels: The Colonnade Hotel (official Northeastern AthleticsHotel), 120 Huntington Avenue, within walking distance.
- Seating chart: no public current seating chart; historic configurations include hockey 4,666 and basketball 5,066.