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Visiting PPG Paints Arena: what to know before you go
1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, United States
PPG Paints Arena is a multi-purpose hall in Pittsburgh, open since 2010, with room for about 18,387 people.
Of the 36 upcoming shows with a published time, 42% start at 7:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Saturday.
The busiest month ahead is December 2026, with 17 dates.
3 public transport stops are within walking distance (Train and Metro / subway); the nearest is Steel Plaza, 550 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Multi-purpose hall
- Capacity
- 18,387
- Opened
- 2010
- Address
- 1001 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, United States
- Upcoming events
- 55
- Usual start time
- 7:00 PM
- Busiest days
- Saturday
PPG Paints Arena, month by month
- November 202614 dates, including PPG Paints Arena Tours, Jim Gaffigan: Everything is Wonderful! and SOMBR - You Are The Reason Tour
- December 202617 dates, including Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve, Limited Edition Rivals Replica Game Ball From Spalding® and Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour Presented By Sprite
- January 202711 dates, including PBR: Unleash the Beast, Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Washington Capitals and Pittsburgh Penguins vs. New York Islanders
- February 20275 dates, including Monster Jam, Nickelback: Everything Under The Sun Tour and Robert Morris vs Penn State Men's Hockey
- March 20278 dates, including Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero, Staind: Break The Cycle 25th Anniversary Tour and 2027 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship - 1st Round
Coming evenings with more than one show: Saturday, November 21, Saturday, December 26, Wednesday, December 30 and Friday, January 15.
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Sports (36), Concerts (11), Plays & Musicals (1), Nightlife (1) and Comedy (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Steel PlazaTrain550 m
7 min walk - Pittsburgh Union StationTrain650 m
8 min walk - Port Authority Wood Street StationMetro / subway840 m
10 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 150 m from the venue.
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PPG Paints Arena: practical questions
How many people fit in PPG Paints Arena?
PPG Paints Arena has a capacity of about 18,387; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did PPG Paints Arena open?
PPG Paints Arena opened in 2010.
What time do shows start at PPG Paints Arena?
Usually at 7:00 PM (42% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to PPG Paints Arena?
Steel Plaza (Train), 550 m away – about 7 min on foot.
Can I park near PPG Paints Arena?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 150 m away.
What kind of events does PPG Paints Arena host?
Upcoming dates by category: Sports (36), Concerts (11), Plays & Musicals (1) and Nightlife (1).
Which month has the most events at PPG Paints Arena?
December 2026, with 17 dates, including Trans-Siberian Orchestra - The Ghosts Of Christmas Eve and Limited Edition Rivals Replica Game Ball From Spalding®.
Which other venues are close to PPG Paints Arena?
UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse (260 m), Citizens Live at The Wylie (380 m), Benedum Center (890 m) and Club Cafe (1.2 km).
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