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Madison Square Garden currently serves as the home arena for the New York Knicks and the New York Rangers. There are certain policies and procedures you will want to be aware of beforehand, as well as arena gate and parking lot locations for easy entrance.
In this article we will discuss:
- What to bring to Madison Square Garden for a Game
- Can You Buys Tickets at MSG?
- Madison Square Garden Gate Information
- How to Park at Madison Square Garden
- Does MSG Take Cash?
What to Bring to Madison Square Garden for a Game
If you are going to an event at MSG, like a Knicks or Rangers game, planning ahead is always important. Below is a list of things you might need to bring, and you will want to make sure you are complying with any security protocols the stadium has:
- Stadium Approved Bag – If you have a bag, make sure it is approved. Most all types of bags (even clear bags) are not approved. There are exceptions for small clutch bags that meet certain size requirements, and there are also exceptions for certain types of medical and parental bags. This is where you can read more about approved bags for MSG.
- Reserved Parking – Purchasing a parking pass in advance can help reduce hassle on gameday. However, there are parking options near the arena that allow you to pay on site. This is where you can learn more about parking options.
- Cashless Payment – Madison Square Garden is a cashless environment, so be sure to plan accordingly (learn more).
- Noise-Canceling Headphones – Stadiums can get very loud, and noise-canceling headphones may be needed.
Madison Square Garden Ticket Information
Yes, you can buy purchase tickets at the arena, but only as long as supplies last. The Knicks ticket office is located inside the Main Entrance off of 7th Avenue between 31st and 33rd Street (view). This is on the east side of the arena.
Tickets can also be purchased online by clicking here. If the event is sold-out, you will need to use online ticket brokers like StubHub and Vivid Seats to purchase tickets.
To learn more about each team, visit our ticket resources linked below:
- New York Knicks Ticket Guide
- How to Buy Knicks Tickets at the Arena
- New York Rangers Ticket Guide
- How to Buy NY Rangers Tickets at the Arena
Madison Square Garden Mobile Tickets
As of this year, MSG uses digital, mobile tickets. This means that even if you purchase a ticket at the arena, you will receive a mobile ticket for entry.
If you do not have a smartphone, it would be best to contact the ticket office and let them advise you on how to proceed. This is where you can view the contact information for MSG.
Because tickets are digital, be sure to have your phone fully charged when you leave for the game. It’s also important to download your tickets in advance of the game (if possible) in case there is limited cellular service in the vicinity of arena.
This is where you can learn more about Madison Square Garden Mobile Tickets.
Madison Square Garden Gate Information
Crypto.com Arena has five main public gate entry points. These five main public gates are listed below:
- Madison Square Garden Chase A Entrance Gate
- Madison Square Garden Chase B Entrance Gate
- Madison Square Garden Chase C Entrance Gate
- Madison Square Garden Chase D Entrance Gate
- Madison Square Garden 7th Avenue Entrance Gate
To read more about the location of entry gates, visit our Madison Square Garden Gate Guide.
How to Park at Madison Square Garden
These are the most common ways to get parking for Madison Square Garden:
- Purchase a parking pass directly from the Madison Square Garden Box Office or online.
- Purchase a parking pass from an online ticket broker site like StubHub or Vivid Seats.
- Reserve a spot in a private parking lot or garage from parking sites like SpotHero.
- Find a parking lot or metered spot near the arena that allows you to pay on site.
- Use Public Transportation or Rideshare.
To see a list and location of popular parking lots, visit our MSG Parking Guide.
The price of parking can vary depending on many factors. In general, some of the cheapest parking near the arena will cost in the $20-$40 range. Again, those prices are subject to change. Certain lots and garages very near to the stadium will be much more expensive.
As you expect, traffic can be congested near the arena on gameday. MSG recommends using public transpiration such as the subways, buses or ferry if you can.
To read more, visit our parking guides listed below:
New York Knicks Parking Information
New York Rangers Parking Information
Does Madison Square Garden Accept Cash Inside the Stadium?
MSG does not accept cash inside the stadium. Madison Square Garden does accept debit and credit cards, including major contactless and mobile payment methods. They also have conversion kiosks onsite that allow you to change cash into prepaid cards (source).
Madison Square Garden Contact Information
This website (sportsfanfocus.com) has no affiliation with Madison Square Garden, the NY Knicks, the NY Rangers, the NBA, the NHL, or any of the events hosted at this facility.
Any information is provided “as is” with no guarantee of completeness, meaning much of this information is subject to change, and although we do our best to keep these guides updated, we can’t guarantee accuracy at all times. For all official information, we urge you to contact MSG staff. Contact information is below: