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Pechanga Arena - San Diego Tickets
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About Pechanga Arena - San Diego
Welcome to Pechanga Arena - San Diego, a premier multipurpose venue located at 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110. Since opening as the San Diego International Sports Center, through its stints as San Diego Sports Arena and Valley View Casino Center, it has hosted major sports, concerts, and live shows. Today, it’s known for flexible configurations that accommodate hockey, basketball, and top-tier concerts with seating that can reach up to approximately 14,600 depending on setup. We’ll help you secure your seats for upcoming events, share practical parking and transit tips, and point you toward trusted nearby hotels and dining options.
Whether you’re planning a night of music, a big-league game, or a family show, we’ve got you covered. We recommend using preferred parking options when available, planning ahead for on-site parking fees, and noting that re-entry is not allowed. For guests traveling to the arena, walking or biking is encouraged, with SD MTS public transit as a solid alternative. If you’re looking for a comfortable place to stay nearby, Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is among the close options, alongside other partner hotels. For dining, we’ll share trusted restaurant partners in the area to help complete your event experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110.
- Venue type: multipurpose arena (sports, concerts, live shows).
- Seating/capacity: 12,920 for hockey; 12,920 for basketball; up to about 14,600 for concerts (configurations vary).
- Notable rename/history: opened as San Diego International Sports Center, became San Diego Sports Arena, then Valley View Casino Center, and renamed Pechanga Arena in December 2018.
- Parking: on-site parking with 'Preferred Parking' options; parking fees apply and re-entry is not allowed.
- Transit: encourages walking, biking, or SD MTS public transit; trip planner available for routes.
- Nearby hotels: includes Monsaraz San Diego, Tapestry Collection by Hilton (nearby lodging listed by the venue).
- Notable events: 1972 Republican National Convention; UFC events (Live: Jones vs. Matyushenko in 2010; Fight Night: Mir vs. Duffee in 2015; UFC on ESPN: Vera vs. Cruz in 2022); Elvis Presley and ABBA concerts in the venue's history.