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HISTORY:

Bridgestone Arena opened as the Nashville Arena in 1996 and also has been known as Gaylord Entertainment Center and the Sommet Center. The entrance to Bridgestone Arena faces the Ryman Auditorium, the original home of the world famous Grand Ole Opry and is a tribute to the city's musical music heritage. Bridgestone Arena is home to the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame Museum. The museum has Predators displays, several other sports exhibits and interactive games. Among the other events Bridgestone Arena has hosted include the U.S. National Figure Skating Championship (1997), the NCAA men's basketball tournaments (2000, 2003 and 2005), and the SEC men's basketball tournament (2001, 2006 and 2010).

SEATING NOTES:

• Suites locations are not shown in the map. Availability is only indicated in the Legend.
• Front Row seating includes Lower Bowl, Row AA only, for sections 104-107 and 114-117.
• Front Row seating includes Lower Bowl, Row BB only, for sections 103, 110-111 and 118.
• Front Row seating includes Lower Bowl, Row AA-BB, for sections 101 and 120.
• Front Row seating includes Lower Bowl, Row CC only, for sections 102, 108-109, 112-113 and 119.
• Second Row seating includes Lower Bowl, Row BB only, for sections 104-107 and 114-117.
• Second Row seating includes Lower Bowl, Row CC only, for sections 101, 103, 110-111, 118 and 120.
• Second Row seating includes Lower Bowl, Row DD only, for sections 102, 108-109, 112-113 and 119.
• Premium Lower Bowl Sections 108-109 and 112-113 include Rows EE-LL followed by Rows A-E.
• Premium Lower Bowl Sections 110-111 include Rows DD-LL followed by Rows A-E.
• Premium Lower Bowl Sections 102 and 119 include Rows EE-LL followed by Rows A-D.
• Premium Lower Bowl Sections 101 and 120 include Rows DD-LL followed by Rows A-D.
• Premium Lower Bowl Sections 103 and 118 include Rows DD-LL followed by Rows A-F.
• Premium Lower Bowl Sections 104-107 and 114-117 include Rows CC-LL followed by Rows A-F.
• Tickets not specified by the seller as Front Row, Second Row or Premium Lower Bowl or All Inclusive Zone may map to a less premium section.

Kids:

Children under the age of 2 can sit in parents lap.

General:

The Bridgestone Arena Box Office is open Monday thru Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday at 10 a.m. on event day sonly and Sunday at 12 p.m. on event days only. All major credit cards, cash and travelers checks are accepted at the venue. Will Call tickets can be picked up two hours prior to events. Smoking is prohibited at the Bridgestone Arena, as are recording devices. Accessible seating is available, and elevators and escalators are located throughout the facility.

Additional Information:

Nashville's Bridgestone Arena was previously known as the Nashville Arena (1996-1999), Gaylord Entertainment Center (1999-2007) and Sommet Center (2007-2010), and this massive venue has been host to several events through the years, including college basketball conferences, hockey games, bull riding competitions and more.

Address:

501 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203

Directions:

From the west (via I-40), follow signs for Nashville and exit onto Broadway (Exit 209B). Make a left; the arena is on the right between Fifth and Sixth Avenue.

From the east (via I-40), follow I-40 and take the Memphis fork, exiting onto Broadway (Exit 209A). Make a right; the arena is on the right between Fifth and Sixth Avenue.

From the north (via I-65), take the 265 Memphis loop and follow I-40 East, taking the fork following Nashville signs. Exit onto Broadway (Exit 209A) and make a left onto Broadway. The arena is on the right between Fifth and Sixth Avenue.

From the south (via I-65), follow I-40 West toward Memphis and exit at Broadway (Exit 209A). Make a right; the arena is on the right between Fifth and Sixth Avenue.

Parking:

Several parking spots are available at Bridgestone Arena for varying fees. Allright Parking, Central Parking and other parking garages are a short walking distance from the venue. Shuttles also run between downtown parking areas and the Bridgestone Arena.

Transportation:

The Metropolitan Transit Authority provides bus service to Bridgestone Arena. For schedules and more information, visit the MTA Web site or call (615) 862-5969.