Seating at Smoothie King Center
Smoothie King Center is a 17,805-seat multi-purpose indoor arena in downtown New Orleans, home to the New Orleans Pelicans. Capacity varies: 16,867 for NBA regular season games, up to 18,500 for playoffs and concerts.
- Main Floor: Configurable for concerts (GA or reserved) or sports events
- Lower Bowl (100s): Closest to the court/stage — best overall experience
- Club Level (200s): Premium club seating with amenities
- Upper Bowl (300s-400s): More affordable; upper corners are least desirable
- Luxury Suites: Premium private suites available
- Best Seats: Lower bowl sideline sections for concerts and games
Parking at Smoothie King Center
The complex adjacent to Smoothie King Center offers 7 public parking garages and 2 surface lots accommodating approximately 7,000 vehicles. Credit/debit cards only in garages. Pre-purchase event parking is strongly recommended.
- Garages: #1, #1A, #2, #2A, #5, #6, and Champions Garage
- Surface Lots: Lot 3 and Lot 4
- Parking Office: (504) 587-3805 (Superdome) | (504) 587-3971 (Champions Garage)
Rideshare: Designated pickup/drop-off on Poydras Street between Clara Street and Loyola Avenue. Check event page for any changes.
Box Office at Smoothie King Center
Tickets are available online at smoothiekingcenter.com and via Ticketmaster. The box office is open on event days at the venue.
- Address: 1501 Dave Dixon Drive, New Orleans, LA 70113
- Parking Office: (504) 587-3805
- Ticket Sales: smoothiekingcenter.com / Ticketmaster
