Capacity: 18,187-19,000
Home Teams: Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL)
PPG Paints Arena opened as the new home of the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins in 2010 after over a decade of trying to secure a replacement for their previous aging arena. The Penguins actually won their third Stanley Cup in 2009, shortly before the venue opened and actually, amusingly, brought the Cup to the construction site. Penguins captains past and present Mario Lemieux and Sidney Crosby both participated in the arena’s opening ceremony, giving fans the unique opportunity to see these two hockey legends of different eras on the ice together. The Penguins have delighted their fans since with two more Stanley Cups (back-to-back triumphs in 2016 and 2017), bringing the franchise total to five. Along with all regular season and playoffs Penguins home games, PPG Paints Arena is also a popular venue for concerts, comedy shows, and NCAA basketball. Anyone who arrives at PPG Paints Arena hungry will be tempted by the many tasty snacks on offer, with everything from smokehouse BBQ to mac & cheese bites to Jake’s Shake milkshakes on the menu. The venue’s numerous kiosks and shops stock team and event merchandise, including lots of stuff emblazoned with the Penguins colors and famous skating penguin logo.
PPG Paints Arena presents visitors with a diverse range of seating options. Premium areas such as executive suites and loge boxes provide an exclusive luxury game day experience, while those in search of some upscale fun can opt for the Captain Morgan and F.N.B Clubs or PPG Party Suites. General admission seating around the arena all provides excellent views of the action below, meaning that the venue caters well to those with different preferences and budgets. TicketX lists available tickets for PPG Paints Arena games and events, so be sure to keep checking TicketX as your event approaches. Our helpful seating chart makes it easy to compare different seating options.
Visitors can access PPG Paints Arena via public transportation or driving their own vehicle.
Your options for getting to PPG Paints Arena using public transportation are city bus or local light rail. The closest light rail station is Steel Plaza, a short walk from the arena. Visit PPG Paints Arena's official website for more details on public transportation. Taxi or rideshare to the venue is also another decent option.
You can drive your own vehicle to PPG Paints Arena, but be aware that traffic in the area around the venue can get pretty busy before and after big games or events. Leave early to beat the traffic. You can find clear maps and driving directions on PPG Paints Arena's official website.
There are many large parking lots available around PPG Paints Arena, but it is still highly recommended that you purchase prepaid parking in advance to ensure your spot. Reservations can be made via the Penguins's official website, which also has parking maps and directions.
Parking at PPG Paints Arena will generally cost you between $25-32, though prices can rise depending on the popularity of the event. Parking off site can net you cheaper rates. Visit the Penguins's official website for general parking information as well as links where you can find the cheapest parking rates.