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Visiting KeyBank Center: what to know before you go

One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203, United States

KeyBank Center is a arena in Buffalo, open since 1996, with room for about 19,070 people.

Of the 54 upcoming shows with a published time, 65% start at 7:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.

Most dates fall on Saturday and Thursday.

The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 18 dates.

5 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train and Ferry); the nearest is Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority-Special Events Station, 220 m away.

KeyBank Center

Key facts

Type of venue
Arena
Capacity
19,070
Opened
1996
Address
One Seymour H. Knox III Plaza, Buffalo, NY 14203, United States
Upcoming events
77
Usual start time
7:00 PM
Busiest days
Saturday, Thursday

KeyBank Center, month by month

  • November 202618 dates, including Chris Tomlin, Tobymac, Third Day, Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour and Matt Rife: Stay Golden World Tour
  • December 202618 dates, including Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve, PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour and ANDREA BOCELLI "Romanza - 30th Anniversary World Tour"
  • January 202714 dates, including Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero, Buffalo Bandits v Vancouver Warriors and Dancing with the Stars: Live! - 2027 Tour
  • February 20279 dates, including Monster Jam, Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour Presented By Sprite and Limited Edition Rivals Replica Game Ball From Spalding®
  • March 202713 dates, including Nickelback: Everything Under The Sun Tour, Buffalo Bandits v Colorado Mammoth and Buffalo Bandits v Oshawa FireWolves
  • April 20274 dates, including Buffalo Sabres v Boston Bruins, Buffalo Bandits v Rochester Knighthawks and Buffalo Bandits v Calgary Roughnecks

Coming evenings with more than one show: Wednesday, November 4, Friday, November 6, Sunday, November 8 and Wednesday, November 11.

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Sports (64), Concerts (9), Plays & Musicals (1), Comedy (1) and Family & Kids (1).

Arriving by public transport

  • Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority-Special Events StationTrain220 m
    3 min walk
  • Queen City Bike FerryFerry390 m
    5 min walk
  • Amtrak Station - Exchange Street (BFX)Train420 m
    5 min walk
  • Buffalo (Exchange) station trainTrain420 m
    5 min walk
  • Amtrak-BuffaloTrain440 m
    6 min walk

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 80 m from the venue.

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KeyBank Center: practical questions

How many people fit in KeyBank Center?

KeyBank Center has a capacity of about 19,070; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.

When did KeyBank Center open?

KeyBank Center opened in 1996.

What time do shows start at KeyBank Center?

Usually at 7:00 PM (65% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.

What is the nearest stop to KeyBank Center?

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority-Special Events Station (Train), 220 m away – about 3 min on foot.

Can I park near KeyBank Center?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 80 m away.

What kind of events does KeyBank Center host?

Upcoming dates by category: Sports (64), Concerts (9), Plays & Musicals (1) and Comedy (1).

Which month has the most events at KeyBank Center?

November 2026, with 18 dates, including Chris Tomlin, Tobymac, Third Day and Pentatonix: Christmas in the City Tour.

Which other venues are close to KeyBank Center?

Shea's Performing Arts Center (1.9 km), Town Ballroom (2 km), Shea's Smith Theatre (970 m) and Electric City (1.5 km).

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