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About The Sports Arena

The Sports Arena, officially known as Pechanga Arena San Diego, is a premier multi‑purpose indoor venue in San Diego. Located at 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, this versatile arena hosts concerts, sports, family shows, and major tours. With seating configurations that adapt to each event, the arena accommodates roughly 12,920 for hockey or indoor sports and up to about 14,600 for concerts and other configurations. Whether you’re planning a big show or a sports night, we’ve got you covered with practical seating info, parking details, and nearby hotel and dining options to make your visit smooth from start to finish.

As your insider source, we’ll help you secure your seats for high‑demand performances and provide straightforward, dependable guidance on logistics. The venue has a storied history of hosting legendary acts and major tours, and redevelopment plans under Midway Rising point to exciting changes on the horizon while the arena continues to serve fans today.

Getting to the arena is straightforward with on‑site parking (including pre‑paid Ace Parking options) and multiple transit options. The venue sits within reach of public transit, with the nearby Old Town Transit Center and several bus lines (such as 35, 8, and 9), plus Coaster service in the area. If you’re staying nearby, there are several hotels within a mile or two, including Wyndham Garden San Diego, Four Points by Sheraton San Diego – Sea World Area, and Hilton Garden Inn Old Town, among others. We’ve highlighted trusted hotel and restaurant partners to help you plan a convenient and comfortable stay around your event. For fans seeking a mix of classic and contemporary experiences, The Sports Arena has hosted icons like Elvis Presley, Madonna, Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, UFC events, and renowned concert lineups featuring Sheryl Crow, Willie Nelson, and Bob Dylan. When you’re ready to buy, we’ll guide you through the process with clear options and no‑nonsense assistance—because you’ve got a guy who can help you secure your seats for the show you want.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current name: Pechanga Arena San Diego (formerly San Diego Sports Arena; Valley View Casino Center; iPayOne Center).
  • Address: 3500 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110.
  • Venue type: Multi-purpose indoor arena / multipurpose venue.
  • Seating capacity: approx. 12,920 for hockey/indoor sports; up to ~14,600 (varies by event/configuration).
  • Seating chart: configurable layouts for concerts, basketball, hockey, etc.; seating capacities differ by configuration.
  • Parking: on-site parking with pre-paid options via Ace Parking; general parking options available on event pages.
  • Transit: accessible by San Diego public transit; nearby Old Town Transit Center and multiple bus lines (e.g., 35, 8, 9); Coaster service nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: Wyndham Garden San Diego (nearby), Four Points by Sheraton San Diego – Sea World Area, Hilton Garden Inn Old Town, among others within a mile or two.
  • Notable events hosted: Elvis Presley, Madonna, Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, UFC events, Sheryl Crow/Willie Nelson/Bob Dylan, Bad Bunny and other major tours.
  • Renamed status: not demolished; current name reflects a 2010 rename to Valley View Casino Center and subsequent renames; redevelopment plans (Midway Rising) aim to replace the arena with a new 16,000-seat venue in the future.