Long Beach Arena Parking, Tickets, Events & Entry Guide
Long Beach Arena at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center is at 300 E. Ocean Blvd. in Downtown Long Beach, CA. The most reliable event-day order is simple: confirm that your event is actually inside the Arena, open the event’s official ticket page, choose parking, then check the show-specific entry rules before leaving.
This matters because the Arena sits inside a multi-venue waterfront campus, and the Arena landing page currently mixes some Convention Center and Terrace Theater events into its broader event feed.
Long Beach Arena quick answers for 2026
Use these as planning facts, not substitutes for your event page. Event setup, parking price, ticket rules and security can change by show.
Long Beach, CA 90802. This gets you to the campus, not necessarily your exact entrance.
General facility and accessibility questions.
Main box office is accessed via 400 E. Seaside Way on South Hart Place.
Current general rate; no in/out. Event and special-event rates can differ.
Current dedicated parking page lists it for arena events, conventions and tradeshows.
Use the venue’s event page first; not every campus event uses the same purchase route.
Closes 30 minutes after event start. Bring photo ID and purchase card.
All bags are subject to search; the event page can publish a different rule.
Dedicated official page explicitly names Long Beach Arena.
Official Arena/Pacific Ballroom PDF; lower concourse is 29,000 sq. ft.
Valid placard or plate required; all four on-site parking structures have designated spaces.
The City of Long Beach confirms the ownership/operations relationship.
Long Beach Arena vs. Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center
Long Beach Arena is one venue inside the larger Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center campus. That distinction matters for parking, tickets, security and walking routes. A search result or calendar card can use the campus name even when the actual event is in the Convention Center, Terrace Theater or another space.
| If your ticket/event page says | What it means | What to verify next |
|---|---|---|
| Long Beach Arena | The arena venue within the campus | Arena seating chart, Arena-side parking, entertainment bag/camera rules and event doors |
| Long Beach Convention Center | Convention/exhibit side of the campus | Hall/room name, badge pickup, consumer/trade-show policy and convention-side parking |
| Pacific Ballroom | The Arena floor can be transformed into a flexible ballroom/event space | Use the organizer floor plan rather than assuming standard arena seating |
| Terrace Theater / Beverly O’Neill Theater | Separate theater venues on the same campus | Theater box office/entrance and the event’s specific parking instructions |
Long Beach Arena events: do not trust the shared venue feed blindly
The official Arena landing page currently displays a mixed event feed. That feed is useful for discovery, but it is not reliable enough by itself to prove an event is physically inside Long Beach Arena.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks
Arena confirmedOct. 3–4, 2026. The dedicated official event page names Long Beach Arena. Kids age 2+ require a ticket; ages 2–12 use kids pricing.
Long Beach Comic Con
Convention CenterSept. 5–6, 2026. The organizer identifies Long Beach Convention Center, not Long Beach Arena. Do not choose the Arena garage solely because the Arena feed lists it.
Acordeones / Anthony Hamilton
Terrace TheaterSept. 11 and Sept. 18. Their dedicated event/Ticketmaster pages identify Terrace Theater even though the Arena landing page also surfaces them.
Long Beach Arena parking: rate, garages, payment and exit rules
The dedicated official parking page is the strongest current source for parking counts and payment rules. It says the campus has more than 4,000 spaces and specifically lists the Arena Parking Garage for conventions, tradeshows and arena events.
| Parking area | Current capacity / use | What the visitor should know |
|---|---|---|
| Arena Parking Garage | 1,200 spaces; arena events, conventions, tradeshows | On E. Seaside Way. Strong first choice for Arena events unless the event page directs you elsewhere. |
| Main Parking Lot | 1,900 spaces | Along Shoreline Drive / Linden Ave side. Useful for large campus events depending on traffic routing. |
| Terrace Theater Garage | 700 spaces | Generally used for theater events; do not choose it just because it appears close on a map. |
| Convention Center Promenade Garage | 400 spaces | Used for conventions, tradeshows and special events; E. Seaside Way & Pine Ave. |
How much is parking?
The current parking page lists $15 per day with no in-and-out privileges. It also says rates may differ by event and special-event rates may apply. There is no overnight parking unless a specific event says otherwise, and tailgating is not allowed.
| Situation | Current official rule | Best move |
|---|---|---|
| Pay station / kiosk | Major cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay | Pay before walking back to your vehicle after a crowded event when possible. |
| Cash | Accepted only at select kiosks in the Promenade Lobby and near Arena Box Office | Do not assume every kiosk or exit lane accepts cash. |
| Exit gate | Credit or debit card only | Have a card ready if you did not prepay at a kiosk. |
| Mobile parking | ACE Parking app available | Venue identifies ACE Parking as the official parking operator. |
| Lost ticket | Use the “Lost Ticket” option at a kiosk | Follow on-screen assistance rather than waiting until the exit gate. |
| EV charging | Buy normal parking, then scan QR at an EV Passport spot | Charging is a separate session from the parking pass. |
Long Beach Arena tickets, box office hours and Will Call
Start from the official LB Entertainment Center event page, then follow its official purchase link. The venue says online tickets are available through Ticketmaster, while some non-Arena campus events use registration or subscription routes instead.
Main Box Office
Next to the Pacific Arena/Pacific Ballroom on South Hart Place, accessible via 400 E. Seaside Way.
Regular hours
Monday–Friday 9 AM–5 PM; Saturday 10 AM–2 PM. Sunday and holiday hours vary.
Ticket contact
562-436-3661 • boxoffice@longbeachcc.com. General venue number is 562-436-3636.
What the current official Box Office page says
- Cash and credit cards are accepted; cards listed include Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover.
- Personal checks, bitcoin, crypto and money orders are not accepted.
- When paying by credit card, have picture identification and do not use someone else’s card.
- All sales are final; refunds and exchanges are not available under the venue’s general box-office policy.
- Will Call opens 1.5 hours before the event, closes 30 minutes after the event starts, and requires photo ID plus the purchase card.
- Will Call drop-off is not permitted.
Long Beach Arena bag policy, cameras and prohibited items
For concerts and live entertainment performances at Long Beach Arena, the current entertainment Code of Conduct encourages guests to travel light and lists a personal-bag maximum of 5 inches high × 8 inches wide × 2 inches deep. All bags are subject to search, and the venue explicitly says show-specific policies can change.
| Item / issue | Current general rule | What to do before your show |
|---|---|---|
| Personal bag | 5 × 8 × 2 inches or smaller | Check the event page because a show may modify the general rule. |
| Camera | Professional cameras, detachable lenses or lenses longer than 2 inches are not permitted | Small point-and-shoot cameras still depend on artist/event approval. |
| Recording gear | Video cameras, GoPros, monopods, tripods, audio recorders and selfie sticks are prohibited | Media/press should use organizer credentials rather than general admission assumptions. |
| Outside food / beverage | Listed as prohibited for entertainment performances | Ask the event/venue about medically necessary items before arrival. |
| Weapons / pepper spray | Prohibited; venue does not provide weapon lockers | Do not bring items you cannot safely return to a vehicle. |
| Smoking / vaping | Prohibited under the entertainment code | Follow event-day staff direction for any designated exterior policy. |
Long Beach Arena seating capacity: why official numbers differ
A single “capacity” number is misleading for this venue because Long Beach Arena can be configured for concerts, sports, floor seating, risers, ballroom-style events and production kills.
| Official source | Number | How to interpret it |
|---|---|---|
| Current planning-side Arena page | 13,500 arena seating capacity | Useful public maximum-style reference, not the sellable count for every show. |
| Current entertainment Arena page | 13,000 seats | Rounded public description of the venue. |
| 2026 Planning Guide | 12,600 attendees | The guide notes final counts are pending review from the venue’s Director of Productions & Theaters. |
| Arena / Pacific Ballroom PDF | 13,462 maximum seating | Older detailed configuration PDF with seat-category breakdown. |
Arena dimensions and seat breakdown from the official Arena/Pacific Ballroom PDF
| Specification | Official PDF detail | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Arena floor | 46,000 sq. ft. | Floor configuration can dramatically change seating, queues and sightlines. |
| Lower concourse | 29,000 sq. ft. | Large crowds can spread around the lower level rather than one simple lobby. |
| Ceiling height | 30–60 ft.; concourse ceiling 14 ft. | Explains why production and rigging can vary widely. |
| Seat categories in PDF | 2,747 floor; 2,106 floor risers; 3,691 loge; 4,918 balcony | Seat type matters more than the raw total when comparing views and stairs. |
| Back-of-house | 9 dressing rooms; loading dock with vehicle ramp | Useful for tours, exhibitors and production planning. |
| Vertical circulation | 2 elevators + 2 escalators plus stairwells | Accessibility and crowd movement depend on event configuration and operating plan. |
Micro-level official PDF details visitors, exhibitors and planners usually miss
The Arena/Pacific Ballroom specification PDF and the facility FAQ PDF are written mainly for planners, but they contain operational rules that directly prevent attendee and exhibitor problems.
What is included vs not included with Arena use
| Included in Arena specification | Not automatically included | User consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Risers and upper-tier arena seating | Audio visual | Planners should budget production separately. |
| Men’s and women’s restrooms | Stagehand services for specialty equipment | Special production labor is not simply part of room rental. |
| 2 elevators, 2 escalators and stairwells | Additional furniture / equipment | Room-set assumptions should be confirmed in advance. |
| Standard stage up to 40 × 60 ft. | Catering / food trucks (exclusive) | Outside food vendors cannot be assumed. |
| Loading dock with vehicle ramp | Crowd control, EMT, ticketed-event box office, parking, bulk trash | These operational costs/services need separate planning. |
| 9 dressing rooms | Dock attendant / loading access labor | Having a dock does not mean unscheduled freight can arrive anytime. |
Facility FAQ: shipping, public-event security and change deadlines
| Topic | Official PDF rule | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Shipping / receiving | No general shipping & receiving department; the facility cannot accept packages/freight on behalf of an event | Use the event GSC/drayage process and put the event name + exact location on the label. |
| Public-event screening | Magnetometers, bag checkers and wanders are required for events open to the public | Arrive before show time instead of treating the start time as your arrival time. |
| General service contractor | A GSC using union labor is required for exhibit displays in exhibit halls or Arena/Pacific Ballroom | Exhibitors should follow the show manual for freight, display setup and cleaning. |
| Final equipment requests | Due no later than 2 weeks before the first contracted move-in day | Last-minute changes depend on labor availability and may incur standard rates. |
| Electrical | Basic wall outlets included; additional power needs an electrical contractor; extension cords are not provided | Order power in advance or bring compliant cords when permitted. |
| Rigging production | Stagehands required in Arena/Pacific Ballroom for production items that require rigging | Do not schedule rigged production without advance venue labor planning. |
| Lost & found | Items can be transferred to facility security and held for 30 days | Ask show management first, then venue/security after the event when necessary. |
ADA parking, accessible seating, service animals and assistance
Accessible parking
Designated paid ADA parking is available in all four on-site parking structures. A valid placard or license plate is required, and spaces are first come, first served.
Companion seating
Accessible seating areas include space for at least one companion seat adjacent to the accessible seat, subject to availability.
Service animals
Allowed under ADA guidelines. The venue also says event organizers may provide additional accessibility services for specific events.
Metro, rideshare and campus navigation
Metro’s A Line timetable identifies Downtown Long Beach Station and marks the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center among the nearby downtown destinations. If you use rail, plan the last walking segment to the Arena/Seaside Way side rather than stopping at the first campus entrance you see.
Arena/Pacific Ballroom planning checklist before move-in
Do not treat the attendee parking address as an exhibitor shipping address. The official facility FAQ makes freight, labor and access timing event-managed processes.
The same 46,000-sq.-ft. floor can operate as an arena or flexible ballroom-style event space.
The venue does not operate a general shipping/receiving department for event freight.
Do not label only “300 E. Ocean Blvd.” when the event manual specifies Arena/Pacific Ballroom or another space.
On-site additions depend on labor availability and may be denied when staffing is unavailable.
Additional power needs an electrical contractor; rigged production items in Arena/Pacific Ballroom require stagehands.
A/V, crowd control, EMT, ticketed-event box office, parking, bulk trash and certain labor are separate in the Arena specification PDF.
Event-day checklist
Related convention-center.org guides
Use the broader Long Beach campus guide when your event is not in the Arena, or compare Anaheim when planning another major Southern California convention trip.
Best official source for each task
Use these links after the explanation above so you know which source solves which problem.
Long Beach Arena FAQs
Where is Long Beach Arena located?
Long Beach Arena is at 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802, inside the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center waterfront campus.
Is Long Beach Arena the same as the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center?
No. Long Beach Arena is one venue within the larger Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center campus, which also includes convention halls, the Pacific Ballroom, Terrace Theater and Beverly O’Neill Theater.
How much is parking at Long Beach Arena?
The current official parking page lists a general rate of $15 per day with no in-and-out privileges. Rates can differ by event and special-event rates may apply, so check the event page before driving.
Where should I park for a Long Beach Arena event?
The official parking page specifically lists the Arena Parking Garage on East Seaside Way for arena events, conventions and tradeshows. It currently lists 1,200 spaces.
What payment methods can I use for parking?
On-site kiosks accept major credit/debit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay. Cash is accepted only at select kiosks in the Convention Center Promenade Lobby and near the Arena Box Office. Exit-gate payment is credit or debit card only.
Where do I buy Long Beach Arena tickets?
Start with the official LB Entertainment Center event page and follow its official ticket link. Arena ticketed events generally route to Ticketmaster, while some other campus events use registration or subscription systems.
What are the Long Beach Arena box office hours?
The current official Box Office page lists Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM and Saturday from 10 AM to 2 PM. Sunday and holiday hours vary.
Where is the Main Box Office?
The Main Box Office is next to the Pacific Arena/Pacific Ballroom on South Hart Place and is accessible via 400 E. Seaside Way, Long Beach, CA 90802.
When does Will Call open?
Will Call opens 1.5 hours before the event starts and closes 30 minutes after the event begins. Bring photo identification and the credit card used to purchase the tickets. Will Call drop-off is not permitted.
What is the Long Beach Arena bag policy?
For entertainment performances, the current general Code of Conduct lists personal bags equal to or smaller than 5 inches high by 8 inches wide by 2 inches deep. All bags are subject to search and event-specific rules can differ.
Are professional cameras allowed?
Professional cameras, detachable lenses or lenses longer than 2 inches, video cameras, GoPros, tripods, monopods, audio recording devices and selfie sticks are prohibited under the general entertainment policy. Some events can impose stricter photography rules.
Is Long Beach Arena wheelchair accessible?
The venue provides designated paid ADA parking, accessible seating with adjacent companion seating and ADA-compliant service-animal access. Parking spaces are first come, first served and require a valid placard or plate.
How many people does Long Beach Arena hold?
Official sources publish different configuration figures: the planning-side Arena page lists 13,500, the entertainment page rounds the venue to 13,000, the 2026 Planning Guide lists 12,600 with final counts pending review, and an Arena PDF lists 13,462 maximum seating. Use your event’s actual seating chart for the sellable configuration.
What is the next confirmed Long Beach Arena event?
As of the August 20, 2026 review, the next event found with a dedicated official page explicitly naming Long Beach Arena is Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire on October 3–4, 2026.
Can exhibitors ship packages directly to Long Beach Arena?
Do not ship blindly to the venue. The official facility FAQ says the Center does not have a general shipping and receiving department for event freight. Use the event’s general service contractor or approved shipping process and include the event name and exact location on the label.
Who owns and operates Long Beach Arena?
The City of Long Beach states that the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center is City-owned. The complex is operated, maintained and programmed by ASM Global.
What should you verify first?
Choose your visit type and arrival method to get a short list of the checks most likely to prevent an event-day problem.