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Visiting Cross Insurance Arena: what to know before you go
1 Civic Center SQ, Portland, ME 04101, United States
Cross Insurance Arena is a built structure in Portland, open since 1977, with room for about 6,733 people.
Of the 12 upcoming shows with a published time, 50% start at 7:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Thursday and Saturday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 6 dates.
2 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus stop); the nearest is METRO Pulse, 330 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Built structure
- Capacity
- 6,733
- Opened
- 1977
- Address
- 1 Civic Center SQ, Portland, ME 04101, United States
- Upcoming events
- 23
- Usual start time
- 7:00 PM
- Busiest days
- Thursday, Saturday
Cross Insurance Arena, month by month
- October 20261 date, including New England Motorsports Classic
- November 20266 dates, including WWE Road To Survivor Series: WarGames, Chris Tomlin, Tobymac, Third Day and An Evening With Goose
- December 20264 dates, including Disney On Ice presents Magic of Family, Maine Mariners vs Trenton Ironhawks and Maine Mariners vs. Reading Royals
- January 20274 dates, including Xtreme Motorsports Ice Racing, Maine Mariners vs Norfolk Admirals and Maine Mariners vs Bloomington Bison
- February 20275 dates, including Limited Edition Rivals Replica Game Ball From Spalding®, Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour Presented By Sprite and Maine Mariners vs. Trois-Rivieres Lions
- April 20272 dates, including MercyMe, Ben Fuller, Peter Burton and Maine Mariners vs Greensboro Gargoyles
Coming evenings with more than one show: Saturday, January 23 and Thursday, February 11.
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Sports (13), Concerts (4), Exhibitions (2), Family & Kids (2) and Nightlife (1).
Arriving by public transport
- METRO PulseBus stop330 m
4 min walk - Greyhound BusBus stop410 m
5 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 70 m from the venue.
Next events at Cross Insurance Arena
Nov5Thu
Nov10Tue
Nov14Sat
Other venues near Cross Insurance Arena
- State Theatre380 m · 44 dates
- State Theatre410 m · 30 dates
- Merrill Auditorium480 m · 20 dates
- Aura120 m · 17 dates
- Portland Expo1.4 km · 12 dates
- Portland House of Music and Events330 m · 2 dates
Cross Insurance Arena: practical questions
How many people fit in Cross Insurance Arena?
Cross Insurance Arena has a capacity of about 6,733; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did Cross Insurance Arena open?
Cross Insurance Arena opened in 1977.
What time do shows start at Cross Insurance Arena?
Usually at 7:00 PM (50% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Cross Insurance Arena?
METRO Pulse (Bus stop), 330 m away – about 4 min on foot.
Can I park near Cross Insurance Arena?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 70 m away.
What kind of events does Cross Insurance Arena host?
Upcoming dates by category: Sports (13), Concerts (4), Exhibitions (2) and Family & Kids (2).
Which month has the most events at Cross Insurance Arena?
November 2026, with 6 dates, including WWE Road To Survivor Series: WarGames and Chris Tomlin, Tobymac, Third Day.
Which other venues are close to Cross Insurance Arena?
State Theatre (380 m), State Theatre (410 m), Merrill Auditorium (480 m) and Aura (120 m).
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