Spectrum Center

📍 333 East Trade Street, Charlotte, NCView on map →

197 upcoming events

🏟️ Venue Guide

🕐 Box Office Hours

Event Day: The Ticket Office opening hours will vary based on show time and event. Please call 704.688.9000 for more information.

📞 Phone

704-688-8600 For general group sales questions for Spectrum Center: 704.688.9047

💳 Accepted Payment

American Express, MasterCard, VISA, Discover Card

🅿️ Parking

Location: None. There are approx. 30,000 parking spaces within a 15 minute walk of Spectrum Center. Prices vary by lot.

♿ Accessibility

This venue is accessible. For sight impaired and hearing patrons please contact the Box Office. Spectrum Center is committed to providing every guest with a comfortable and enjoyable experience. The arena is one of the most accessible arenas in the U.S. Seating throughout the venue allows guests with accessible needs flexibility in seat locations and price levels.

📋 General Rules

Spectrum Center is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable sports and entertainment experience. Guests of Spectrum Center have a right to expect an environment where guests will: • Respect and appreciate each and every fan. • Be treated in a consistent, professional and courteous manner by all arena and team personnel. • Enjoy the arena experience free from disruptive behavior, including foul or abusive language or obscene gestures. • Consume alcoholic beverages in a responsible manner. Intervention with an impaired, intoxicated or underage guest will be handled in a prompt and safe manner • Sit only in ticketed seats and show tickets when requested. • Act in an appropriate manner without fighting, throwing objects or attempting to enter the court or stage area. • Smoke in designated smoking areas only. • Wear appropriate clothing and have signage that is free of any obscene or indecent messages. • Comply with requests from arena staff regarding arena operations and emergency response procedures. The arena staff has been trained to intervene where necessary to help ensure that the above expectations are met, and guests are encouraged to report any inappropriate behavior to the nearest event staff member. Guests who choose not to adhere to these provisions will be subject to ejection without refund and revocation of tickets and may also be in violation of the law resulting in possible arrest and prosecution.

👶 Child Policy

Children 2 years or older must have a ticket for most events at the Spectrum Center. This age restriction can fluctuate from event to event.

💡 Guru Tips

Insider tips to make the most of your experience at Spectrum Center

🅿️ Parking Guru Tip

Surface lots fill fast on popular show nights. Arrive early or consider parking a few blocks away — it's often cheaper and you'll avoid the post-show traffic jam.

🎭 Theater Tip

Center orchestra or front mezzanine are your best bets. Avoid extreme sides — you'll miss staging and expressions. Most theaters don't allow late seating, so arrive on time.

♿ Accessibility Guru Tip

Accessible seating is available — book early for the best options. Call the box office directly for companion seating or specific accommodation needs. They're usually more helpful than the website.

📅 Busy Venue

Spectrum Center hosts 197+ events — it's a popular spot. For big shows, arrive 30-60 minutes early to clear security, grab food, and settle in without stress.

👨‍👩‍👧 Bringing Kids?

This venue has a child policy — check age requirements before buying. Pro tip: aisle seats are a lifesaver with little ones for quick bathroom and snack runs.

🚕 Rideshare Tip

Set your pickup spot a block or two away from the main exit — everyone else is fighting for rides right at the door. You'll get matched faster and pay less surge.