What to Know Before Visiting Scotiabank Arena in Toronto [2023]


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Scotiabank Arena currently serves as the home arena for the Toronto Raptors and Toronto Maple Leafs. 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 Scotiabank Arena for a Game
  • Can You Buy Tickets at Scotiabank Arena?
  • Scotiabank Arena Gate Information
  • How to Park at Scotiabank Arena
  • Does Scotiabank Arena Take Cash?

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What to Bring to Scotiabank Arena for a Game

If you are going to an NBA or NHL 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 types of bags are not approved. There are exceptions for small 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 Scotiabank Arena.
  • 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 – Scotiabank Arena does not accept cash at most concession stands, so be sure to plan accordingly (learn more).
  • Noise-Canceling Headphones – Stadiums can get very loud, and noise-canceling headphones may be needed.

Scotiabank Arena Center Ticket Information

Yes, you can buy purchase tickets at the arena, but only as long as supplies last. The main ticket office at the Scotiabank Arena is located inside the building on the north side just across from Gate 1 (view this area).

Tickets can also be purchased online by clicking here. If the event is sold-out, you will need to use online ticket brokers like Ticketmaster, StubHub, or Vivid Seats to purchase tickets.

To learn more about each team, visit our ticket resources linked below:

Scotiabank Arena Mobile Tickets

As of 2023, Scotiabank Arena uses digital, mobile tickets for most events. 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 Scotiabank Arena.

If you use digital tickets, 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 Scotiabank Arena Tickets.

Scotiabank Arena Gate Information

Scotiabank Arena has 6 main gate entry points. Click on each gate to learn more about the location of that specific gate:

To read more about how entry to Scotiabank Arena works, visit our Scotiabank Arena Gate Guide.

How to Park at Scotiabank Arena

These are the most common ways to get parking for Scotiabank Arena:

  • Purchase a parking spot on parking sites like ParkWhiz or SpotHero. Scotiabank Arena partners with ParkWhiz.
  • Purchase a parking pass from an online ticket broker site like Ticketmaster, StubHub, or Vivid Seats.
  • Find a parking lot near the arena that allows you to pay on site.
  • Use Public Transportation or Rideshare.

Scotiabank Arena has very limited parking on site which is typically reserved for VIP suite holders. However, there are thousands of public parking spaces within a short walk of the arena. These public parking spaces are not controlled by Scotiabank Arena.

Some of these public parking garages allow you to pay on site, but purchasing a parking pass in advance can really simplify things and help reduce hassle.

You can reserve a parking spot through parking sites like ParkWhiz or SpotHero (among others). Scotiabank Arena partners with ParkWhiz, and you can reserve a parking spot through ParkWhiz by visiting the Scotiabank Arena parking page.

You can also check online ticket brokers like Ticketmaster, StubHub, and Vivid Seats.

If you wish to visit the Scotiabank Box Office in person prior to the event, the main ticket office at the Scotiabank Arena is located inside the building on the north side just across from Gate 1 (view this area).

To read more, visit our parking guides listed below:

Does Scotiabank Arena Accept Cash Inside the Arena?

As of 2023, Scotiabank Arena does not accept cash.

This is where you can learn more about the accepted forms of payment at Scotiabank Arena.

Scotiabank Arena Contact Info

This website (sportsfanfocus.com) has no affiliation with Scotiabank Arena, the Toronto Raptors, the Toronto Maple Leafs, 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 the Scotiabank Arena staff. Contact information is below:

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