What to Know Before Visiting TD Garden in Boston [2023]


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TD Garden currently serves as the home arena for the Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins. 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 TD Garden for a Game
  • Can You Buy Tickets at TD Garden?
  • TD Garden Gate Information
  • How to Park at TD Garden
  • Does TD Garden Take Cash?

What to Bring to TD Garden 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 TD Garden.
  • 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 – TD Garden 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.

TD Garden Ticket Information

Yes, you can buy purchase tickets at the arena, but only as long as supplies last. If you need to visit the box office, the TD Garden ticket office that 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 – to learn more, click 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:

TD Garden Mobile Tickets

As of 2023, TD Garden 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 TD Garden.

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 TD Garden Mobile Tickets.

TD Garden Gate Information

TD Garden has three public entry gates (Main, East, & West). These are the three gates:

  • TD Garden Main Entrance (located on south side of the arena)
  • TD Garden East Entrance
  • TD Garden West Entrance

To read more about the location of entry gates, visit our TD Garden Gate Guide.

How to Park at TD Garden

When you park at TD Garden, you have two basic options:

  • Pre-purchase a parking pass (learn more).
  • Drive up and pay for parking on site.

Purchasing a parking pass in advance is always helpful and can reduce the hassle of paying on site. Parking passes can be purchased through the TD Garden parking page or through online ticket brokers like Ticketmaster, StubHub, and Vivid Seats.

When buying a parking pass, you have 3 basic options:

  • Buying a Parking Pass from TD Garden
  • Buying a Parking Pass from online brokers
  • Buying a Parking Pass from Private Lots and Garages

The cost of parking at TD Garden will vary by event and by lot. In general, many private lots and garages cost in the $20 to $40 dollar range. The TD Garden North Station Garage will range between $40 and $60 depending on the event. If you are parking there on non-event days, the parking will usually be much cheaper. This is where you can find the current pricing for parking at TD Garden.

To read more, visit our parking guides listed below:

Does TD Garden Accept Cash Inside the Arena?

As of 2023, TD Garden concessions and premium suite locations do not accept cash (source). There are a number of kiosks where you can convert cash to cards though. So, if you prefer to pay with cash, your best option would be to contact TD Garden staff to get more information on how to proceed (view contact information), or plan on using the kiosks.

TD Garden Contact Info

This website (sportsfanfocus.com) has no affiliation with TD Garden, the Boston Celtics, the Boston Bruins, 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 TD Garden staff. Contact information is below:

Joshua Lloyd

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