Located at 3900 W Manchester Blvd in Inglewood, The Kia Forum is a premier multi-purpose indoor arena that hosts major concerts, residencies, and events. With a flexible bowl seating design and a full capacity of up to 17,500 for concerts, the venue is a cornerstone of the LA entertainment scene, adjacent to SoFi Stadium and other popular venues. Whether you’re chasing a blockbuster show or a classic residency, we’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket access and practical venue details to make your experience smooth from first click to final encore.

Historically known as The Forum and The Forum presented by Chase, the venue has remained a cornerstone of LA culture since its renaming in 2022. No demolition occurred; it continues to host high-profile acts and community events alike.

Parking is on-site with Lot H available for drop-offs, and entrances are conveniently located along Prairie Ave and Kareem Ct. The Kia Forum is accessible via LA Metro bus lines 211 and 215, with rideshare drop-off options for added convenience. The arena is fully equipped to accommodate accessibility needs with multiple entrances and a flexible seating configuration that can adapt to each event’s requirements.

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Venue history

The Kia Forum first opened its doors for a Los Angeles Kings hockey game on December 30, 1967. The Kia Forum was named Pollstar’s Arena of the Decade for the 2010s. The Kia Forum is the only arena-sized venue dedicated to music and entertainment in the United States. [1]

References

[1] About the Kia Forum

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 3900 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305.
Capacity: up to 17,500 for concerts; 8,000 for smaller events.
Venue type: multi‑purpose indoor arena / concert venue.
Seating chart: bowl design with flexible configurations; full capacity around 17,500.
Parking: on‑site parking; Lot H allows drop‑offs; entrances via Prairie Ave and Kareem Ct.
Transit: LA Metro bus lines 211/215; ride‑share drop‑offs; accessibility via multiple entrances.
Nearby hotels: The Westin Los Angeles Airport, Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX, Crystal Inn Suites & Spas – LAX, Best Western Plus Suites Hotel – LAX, Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel (all within a few miles).
Notable events: 2014 MTV VMAs at The Forum; 2017 MTV VMAs; Eagles residency and other major shows/custom events.
Renaming/history: The venue has been The Forum, The Forum presented by Chase, and since 2022 The Kia Forum; no demolition occurred.
Location context: Adjacent to SoFi Stadium and near other LA sports/entertainment venues.