Quick Facts
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | 400 W Church St, Orlando, FL 32801 |
| Venue type | Multi-purpose indoor arena |
| Basketball capacity | 18,846 |
| Concert capacity | About 16,500 (end-stage) to 17,030 (center-stage) |
| Opened | 2010 |
| Former name | Amway Center |
| Primary tenants | Orlando Magic (NBA), Orlando Solar Bears (ECHL) |
| Website | kiacenter.com |
Kia Center opened in October 2010 in downtown Orlando as Amway Center, taking its current name in December 2023 under a new naming rights deal. It’s home to the Orlando Magic and the ECHL’s Orlando Solar Bears, and it regularly hosts major touring concerts, WWE events, and family shows in addition to basketball and hockey.
Seating and Layout
- Floor: Set up as either a standing general admission pit or reserved rows, depending on the tour.
- 100-Level (Lower Bowl): Circles the arena floor.
- Club level and suites: The ThreatLocker Club Level, along with Founders Suites, Presidents Suites, and Loge Boxes, offer private dining and lounge access.
- 200-Level (Upper Bowl): The higher tier, with wide concourses and generally lower ticket prices.
A concert’s exact seating map depends on the artist’s stage design and whether the show runs end-stage or center-stage, so check the specific event’s seating chart rather than relying on a generic layout. Center lower-bowl sections facing the stage typically offer the most balanced combination of distance and angle, while extreme side sections closer to the stage can face a sharper viewing angle depending on where video screens and stage elements are positioned.
Capacity
Kia Center seats 18,846 for Magic games. Concert capacity is smaller and varies by configuration: Wikipedia’s venue data lists roughly 17,030 for a center-stage setup and 16,486 for an end-stage layout, since both configurations close off portions of the bowl behind or beside the stage. The arena’s listed 20,000 figure applies to NCAA basketball tournament configurations, not standard touring concerts, so it’s worth treating any single “concert capacity” number as an approximation tied to that show’s specific stage plan.
Accessibility
The arena is ADA-compliant, with accessible platform seating on every level, public elevators, accessible restrooms, and assistive listening devices available through Guest Services. Sensory relief accommodations are also available for guests who need them.
Venue Policies
- Bags: Kia Center runs a near-total no-bag policy. Only a small clutch up to 4.5″ x 6.5″ x 1″ is allowed, clear or not. Medical and parent bags are an exception, permitted up to 14″ x 14″ x 6″ but subject to X-ray screening at designated lanes. Standard purses, backpacks, and totes of any size aren’t allowed.
- Cameras: Non-flash still cameras are generally fine at basketball and hockey games. Cameras with detachable lenses, or lenses longer than 3 inches, aren’t permitted without a media credential.
- Payment: Fully cashless across all concessions, retail, and bars.
- Age policy: Children under 2 are admitted free for most events if seated on a parent’s lap; Magic games use a 36-inch height threshold instead.
Because bag policies can shift for specific tours, it’s worth checking the event page or the venue’s official site before you go, especially if you plan to bring anything beyond a small clutch.
Getting There
- SunRail: Church Street Station sits a short walk from the main entrance, though SunRail runs Monday through Friday with limited evening service, so it’s worth checking the schedule before relying on it for a weekend show.
- LYNX bus: Local routes, including the 20, 36, and 40, service the downtown corridor near the arena.
- Driving and parking: The arena connects directly to the GEICO Garage via a covered skywalk. City of Orlando garages a few blocks away typically run cheaper, and downtown street parking is free after 6 p.m. in some zones.
- Rideshare: Pickup and drop-off zones are located along Hughey Avenue and Division Avenue.
Nearby
The arena sits in downtown Orlando’s Church Street district, within walking distance of local restaurants, sports bars, and nightlife.
Before You Arrive
Gates typically open 90 minutes to 2 hours before showtime, though this varies by event type. Because Kia Center’s bag policy is unusually strict, the best move is to plan not to bring a bag at all, or confirm in advance that whatever you’re carrying meets the clutch-size limit.
What to bring:
- A smartphone with your digital ticket loaded
- A credit card, debit card, or mobile payment method, since the venue is cashless
- A small clutch under 4.5″ x 6.5″ x 1″ if you’re bringing anything at all
- Nothing larger, since there’s no general bag check for oversized items
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of Kia Center for concerts?
Concert capacity runs roughly 16,500 to 17,000 depending on whether the show uses an end-stage or center-stage layout. The arena’s 18,846 basketball capacity and 20,000 NCAA tournament figure don’t apply to standard touring concerts.
Where is Kia Center located?
400 W Church St, in downtown Orlando.
What is the bag policy at Kia Center?
Only a small clutch up to 4.5″ x 6.5″ x 1″ is allowed. Medical and parent bags up to 14″ x 14″ x 6″ are an exception, subject to X-ray screening.
Was Kia Center previously named Amway Center?
Yes, the venue was renamed from Amway Center to Kia Center in December 2023.
Does the Kia Center have general admission floor seating?
Yes, floor configurations vary by tour between standing GA pits and reserved seating rows.
Is Kia Center accessible?
Yes, it offers accessible seating on every level, elevators, accessible restrooms, and assistive listening devices.
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