State Farm Arena
Atlanta, GA
Conveniently located in the heart of Downtown Atlanta, the State Farm Arena is one of the city’s premier sports and entertainment complexes. Home to the Atlanta Hawks National Basketball Association (NBA) team, the arena also hosts concerts from internationally renowned artists, wrestling matches, sporting events, and a range of festivals throughout the year.
The basics
Following an extensive renovation in 2018—the second-largest in NBA history—Atlanta’s State Farm Arena has been reborn as one of most state-of-the-art stadiums of its kind in the country. It’s a must-do for locals and visitors who want to catch a basketball game, concert, or other event, and has become one of Downtown Atlanta’s most recognizable landmarks.
If you’re planning a trip, it’s worth researching the calendar in advance and purchasing tickets online. Beyond events, the stadium offers a wealth of entertainment options. A number of food-and-drink destinations are located along its walkable, 360° concourse, and other amenities include Topgolf Swings Suites (offering simulated golf), The S.W.A.G. Shop (an on-site barber shop dreamed up by Atlanta rapper Killer Mike), and premium seating options.
Things to know before you go
- State Farm Arena is accessible to wheelchair users and also has disabled parking, bathrooms, interpreters, and other features and amenities.
- The arena is a cashless environment, so be sure to bring a card or contactless payment option with you.
- Large bags, backpacks, outside food and drinks, vapes, and other items are prohibited; consult the full list on the venue’s website.
- Kids under 2 years old visit for free, and diaper bags and strollers are also permitted (but may need to be searched or stored upon arrival).
- Free, high-speed Wi-Fi is available across the arena.
How to get there
The State Farm Arena is located at 1 State Farm Drive, right in the heart of Downtown Atlanta. To get there via public transportation, take MARTA Blue or Green lines to GWCC/CNN Center Station, located moments away. On-site paid parking can be reserved in advance, and there is a dedicated pickup area for rideshare services.
When to get there
The State Farm Arena’s hours vary depending on its events schedule; consult your tickets for specifics. The arena’s box office, located next to Gate 2 on the Centennial Olympic Park Drive side of the stadium, opens on event days only, one hour before the scheduled door time.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Just adjacent to the State Farm Arena is another of Atlanta’s major sports and entertainment venues: the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The home stadium of the Atlanta Falcons National Football League (NFL) team and Atlanta United FC Major League Soccer (MLS) team, it also hosts performances and major sporting events throughout the year.
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