Smoothie King Center

What an experience! My son and I first NBA game and we got to experience it in this great venue. We had good seats but next time we’ll be sure to get the warm-up passes. These will allow you to get in earlier to watch the teams warm-up before the game. The seating for this was on the floor, court side. Of course you have to move whenever the game starts but to be court side while they’re warming up would be a cool experience. The food was also really good, you’d expect to pay more for food and drinks at a game but the prices weren’t bad at all. All of the staff were very helpful and patient with us and our questions. We’re looking forward to getting to go to another game.

Very good experience. We had a sky box, nice food and drinks. Our bartender was amazing. Bathroom had an attendant that was very helpful. Highly recommend

The venue is an amazing place to see/ hear a concert. Traffic is controlled well outside the venue. I went to see Mercy Me. Zach Williams and Toby Mac opened for Mercy Me. I was very disappointed that Mercy Me only played around 6 songs and that was it. No encore. Nothing. Zach Williams played approximately 30 minutes. Then came Toby Mac. He played for A LONG TIME. TOO LONG. You would have thought he was the head liner. After Toby Mac was done a flashy, fast talking pastor came on, soliciting the crowd to sponsor a child from a third world country. Volunteers started handing out brochures with a photo and info of the child to be sponsored. He said no two were alike. Yet, the woman in front of me had the same child I did. The pastor after being on the stage for about 30 minutes then walked around the floor of the arena trying to make sure everyone had a child to sponsor. Then about a 30 minute intermission began. FINALLY, Mercy Me takes the stage and played about 6 songs. Between songs Bart would joke with the audience and that was it. I left feeling very conflicted. It wasn't supposed to be a Toby Mack concert. It wasn't supposed to be a money grab. It was supposed to be a Mercy Me concert. I am so disappointed that I can't listen to their music right now. They really let me and other fans down. All the people around me couldn't believe that was it.

I recently attended a Cirque du Soleil show here, and while the venue itself is decent—small, yet well-suited for this type of performance with good visibility—the overall experience was extremely disappointing because of the staff and their policies. The bag policy is absurd. The size restrictions are unreasonably small, and there are no exceptions whatsoever. To make matters worse, the venue doesn’t offer any storage or coat check. Staff simply tell you, in a dismissive and rude manner, that it’s your problem whether you’re allowed in or not. I was forced to leave my bag outside, constantly worried that it could be stolen. What made the situation even worse was the staff’s attitude. They were not just unhelpful but openly impolite, showing no concern for guests or their experience. Instead of assisting, they made it clear they didn’t care. If you plan to come here, be very cautious and pay close attention to the exact dimensions allowed for bags. Otherwise, you may end up in the same stressful situation I did.

Love the Pels and always a good time. Upper levels are chilly and floor is warm so dress in layers. Also DO NOT USE GOOGLE MAPS, they will want you to cross a median, 2 T-walls and a fence... use "Champion Square Parking Garage" instead.

Box seats are the way to go for a cost/access friendly way to enjoy events. Located on the same level and short walking distance to merch, bathrooms, food, and drinks.

The Smoothie King Center was an awesome place to visit. The staff was welcoming, the lines moved quickly, and the whole venue felt clean and well‑managed. The energy inside was great, and the experience was smooth from start to finish. I really enjoyed my time there and would definitely come back for another event.

Great experience watching a game here. Amazing atmosphere. Loved the jersey wall. Great stadium. Food was great too!

Just saw Cique Du Soleil' Ovo at the Snoothie King Center and have to say I admired how organized the center was. We were able to quickly just walk in and get to our ground level seats in just a few minutes and the view of the show was fabulous!

Attended the Mary J concert at this venue. Other artists were Ne-Yo and Mario Event flow was pretty smooth. Security present with an abundance of valets to help you find your seats and enforce crowd control measures. Every seat appeared to have optimal views to see the artist on stage. Food and drink options were pricy and typical. Had a great time.

Even in a crowd this place is fun. Things were well organized and efficient with lots of people entering the exiting the event. Lots of choices for food too, not just your average hot dog and soda.

I came here for the Pelicans vs. Memphis Grizzlies game and had a great time. The tickets were a good deal--I was sitting in row 8 for less than $100, which is a steal compared to my usual Golden State Warriors games in the Bay, where you can't even get a seat for that price. The food at the concessions was surprisingly good! I got fried shrimp and bang bang shrimp fries. The portions were huge, the food was perfectly seasoned, and it tasted amazing! There was so much that my friend and I couldn't finish it, so we gave the rest to the kid sitting in front of us to finish. Yes, it was that much food. It's rare that I like stadium food, but New Orleans definitely does it right. Drinks were pricey, but that's expected at any game. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I'd definitely go back for another game!

It's a good time in here for a pelicans game. Good vibe, good music and drinks. Can't complain. The staff is very kind and will hold a convo with you lol

Great venue for watching concerts. We usually sit in the box seats. I prefer the box seats over the suite. The box seats are very comfortable and have a great view. This made me comfortable to drop my nephew and his friend for the Rod Wave concert as I knew they were chillin in a controlled space.

Brought my nephew to the Pelicans vs Rockets game for his 18th birthday along with his cousin and my sister. We had a blast. Rockets won of course! The food was decent with a nice selection to choose from. Staff were friendly and helpful with pointing you in the direction of your seats. The smoothie king center is on the smaller side compared to other NBA arenas but it's New Orleans so they definitely make up for it.

It was a good night at the smoothie king center because it was 504 night so it extra fun

Amazing atmosphere and the pelicans won!! The foot traffic on the way out was not good and it wasn't very organized. Other than that was an amazing NBA experience.

I always enjoy attending concerts at the Smoothie King Arena! The venue is designed with concert-goers in mind, offering superb acoustics, ample seating, and several multi stall restrooms. I've seen many big-name artists here, including Drake, Justin Timberlake, Maxwell, Kevin Hart, Mike Epps and others. The energy of the crowds are electric, creating a vibrant and unforgettable atmosphere. Every event is always fully staffed, "yellow vest" every where! The staff is attentive and helpful, making sure that guests locate their seat and nearest restroom. The concession stands have the usual nachos, hotdogs, popcorn, alcoholic, and non-alcoholic beverages. I think there's definitely room for improvement in the concessions area maybe including some local favorites more consistently like seafood poboys maybe even jambalaya. The location of the arena is convenient, with nearby parking options. Overall, attending a concert at the Smoothie King Arena is a truly memorable experience, filled with great music, and a lively atmosphere; in my own backyard.

Really nice facility! Got seats higher up for a pelicans game and still had a really good view. And they've got a screen in the middle so even if you aren't able to see the court you've got all the action right in front of you. It has some good dining options too, a mix between New Orleans Staples and traditional chicken pizza dogs. I'd say don't worry about which seats you get, the experience is worth it

I love working this venue. It's always fun to see what color the superdome is lit up for each event.

We came for the game opener of the season, Pelicans versus the Knicks. Entry was fairly simple. They had a line for those with bags to clear thru security and another for the bagless entrants. After the security check they scan your ticket and direct you to the left or right to find your section. There were many good options for food and drinks and of course Smoothie King was one. We had chicken tenders, fries, popcorn, sausage nachos, pizza and various drinks. There was even a Hennessy section. The stadium is nice and huge. They had free shorts on each seat for fans. The game was fun to watch and the crowd was so lively. Can't comment on parking.

This was my 3rd NBA Game to watch my Celtics play (they got that W by the way lol). Compared to other stadiums I have been to, this one can use an upgrade. Cup holders would be one of the first recommendations from me as well as upgraded seats. Other than that, it's a regular game stadium.

The Smoothie King Center atmosphere was off the charts!! The energy of the crowd was electrifying and motivating for the Pels game. I am happy that I was able to attend Friday night's game. If you have not been to a Pelican's game, please put it on your todo list in the near future. I will be back for sure.

I absolutely love the energy of this stadium. From the band playing outside to the music inside it's a party from start to finish! Drinks and concession prices are reasonable and the Pels are in first place in the west!

This center was totally ridiculously cold inside. We could not enjoy the concert for shriveling, if they are going to keep it that cold, they should warn people to bring a coat this is how cold it was inside. They really should refund me, my husband , my friends, and myself had to leave if they were so uncomfortable. The center appearance was nice.

I had such a wonderful experience at my first NBA game! This arena is great and offers a lot of different vendors throughout. We had wonderful seats and overall it was a really fun time. I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

Stupid. My friends and I came her four hours before the Drake and J. Cole concert on Thursday to buy tickets from the box office. When we walked up and asked the lady what was available she said there were only tickets in the 100s level for $400 plus. We were in a bind and we had to purchase tickets quickly on StubHub for $225 a piece. When we came back to the venue when the concert was about to start, we went to the box office window and asked a different lady about ticket availability. She was much kinder and said that they had much better tickets than the ones we bought available for WAYYYY cheaper. Super aggravating.

Let me start by saying im from LA and have only been to staples center or what is now crypto. The stadium is a lot smaller then what im used to but the prices are very cheap compared to where im from. The atmosphere was good . The local fans came in and rooted for the pelicans and they got the W against the Sacramento kings. I enjoy visiting other venues and the people were kind to me and my wife. I meet some GS fans vehind me and they said the same thing. All in all they have everything you would expect at a good price. I would recommend visiting the arena for any basketball fan just to come and watch a game.

Kudos to whoever finally had the balls to pull the trigger to get rid of the hideous green exterior. It's been repainted a more likeable gray. Some of the other new features of the arena are LED lights along the exterior of the building as well as a much bigger main entrance. Since last year they have put in all new signs at all of the concession stands. They have added new bars, renovated suites, and even added a kid-friendly area called the STEAM zone. The STEAM zone is really neat with interactive activities for the kids that teach them the science behind basketball. You can learn about the anatomy of a basketball shoe for instance. Other things that I love about the Smoothie King Center include the Porch Bar which overlooks the whole arena. It is located on the 300 level and gives fans a chance to watch the game by a bar without having to go into the seating area. The two bunker bars are probably the coolest spots in the whole place.....nice lighting, plenty of seating, private seating areas, and nice restrooms. Overall the arena is very nice now with lots of new or renovated areas. The fan experience here has been much improved!

Smoothie King Arena, is the home court of the National Basketball Association (NBA) New Orleans Pelicans. It's located directly behind Mercedes-Benz Superdome, home of the New Orleans Saints. Smoothie King is conveniently located downtown in the heart of New Orleans and has parking located next to the arena. Parking on game days is $20.00. The arena is a decent size with two levels. There is a large lower section (100's), and the rest is level 300s. Please see the pictures and you'll understand what I mean. The arena is easy to commute or Uber/Lyft to. It's definitely worth visiting if your New Orleans!

This has to be the strangest name for a sports arena right next to Guaranteed Rate Field in my native Chicago lol! Just even riding past it on the expressway, it looks so tiny right next to the SuperDome! Once we set foot inside of the stadium, it felt pretty small compared to other basketball arenas I have been to. Tickets here were very inexpensive to see the New Orleans Pelicans defend their home court against the Toronto Raptors. Nice Jumbotron above the court and the overall menu is pretty cool. I would come back and watch another game here.

Had a great time at the Pelicans vs Clippers game. The stadium seems older than it is since it's not very modern, but still is clean, well maintained and has plenty of dining options. We sat in section 116 and I definitely appreciated the extra leg room. Security and seating was super easy. It was very easy to get to from the French quarter which is where we were coming from. They could use some more dessert options, but that's just my presence :) Separately, they do a phenomenal job of getting the crowd into the game. I haven't seen this much engagement at any other sporting event.

Being from California, and having gone to Staples Center in LA, I have high standards of how an Arena should be. This place is a treat. I had a great time watching the Pelicans V. Hornets game. The place is very clean and interior design is off the beautiful. *100 Tier Level Seats - If you get the 100 Level Seats, you have access to a lounge area with more dining options. It is quite the treat. You have the option of getting Shrimp and Grits in an awesome sauce layered over it. You also can get a spicy hot dog that is different from the outer venue's It really is something else. **Pelicans Store - The store is remarkably similar to how the Brooklyn Net's store looks with the high windows. They do have a plethora of options from alternate jersey's regular jerseys, different NOLA logos and hats and trinkets. It's a really nice area. ***Arena - The arena is very beautiful with huge jumbotron above the court. I'm not sure why I'm not too impressed with Staples Center and I'm really impressed with this place. It was awesome just watching the game.

I never know how to really review places like this, but the employees were really friendly! They also have some cool food options that are local to New Orleans. I enjoyed the game and the Pelicans won so that made the night even better.

I refuse to call this the Smoothie King whatever. Hehe...but seriously the New Orleans Arena is pretty darned awesome! Back when we were the Hornets I came to a few games and sat in the nosebleed section. But for my first game watching the Pelicans I had clubhouse seats! Let me tell y'all, the clubhouse is swanky! Just look at my pix and compare the regular ladies restroom to the one in the clubhouse. My friend Steve I always makes fun of the fact that I take pix of ladies restrooms but for me it's a big deal if it's clean. A dirty restroom doesn't bode well for the cleanliness of a joint for me. Besides, I have the tiniest bladder known to man so I'm always going to the bathroom so I want it to be a pleasant experience! And the clubhouse has bars, seating areas, big screen tv's and a couch room so you never miss the game. Plus they have people who will prepare hot food in front of you-I so love that! But we didn't eat down here. We were hungry and had the yummy jambalaya and boudin upstairs. My friend did get a beer down here which was convenient. The staff are really friendly and helpful, the arena is clean and maintained well. Plus they have fun things like a DJ outside, inflatable slides for the kids, inflatable hoops, tables outside to tailgate before the game, face painting inside, organ donor tables (with a strange anatomically correct looking heart guy-see my pic), Pelican shops, and tons of food options! I had such a great time cheering on my Pelicans even though they lost to Phoenix. I gotta tell ya, clubhouse is the way to go! The ticket price was $33 which isn't that bad for all the amenities! Happy arena watching!

I like it here. I have no idea why the main picture for the place is a picture of the men's room, but okay. I attended my first ever Pelican's game here, as you do, and I really liked the place. There's a nice gift shop where you can pick up all of the Pelican's fan gear that you could ever want. Upstairs, there are plenty of food and drink stations, that will keep you hydrated and well fed during the game, or any other event that you may be attending here. One thing I noticed was that there is staff EVERYWHERE and they are very friendly and help you find your seat or anything else that you might need. We were high in the seats for the game, but had no problem seeing all of the action and had a really good time.

Smoothie King Center is great. There's so many different events here but the one we frequent the most is Pelican Basketball. The center is always clean. The seats are great. The staff are friendly. Parking is easy to get to.

I've seen everything from concerts, to NBA games, to special events like Cirque du Soleil at the Arena (Smoothie King Center) and never had a bad seat. Even at the tippy top, in the cheap seats, the view is pretty good. There's plenty of parking available, but it can get pretty congested getting in and out of the lots but the police do their best to keep it moving as efficiently as possible. My only negative on the arena is the concession prices but I guess it's pretty standard as stadiums and arenas go. But at $5 for the smallest soft drink, it's still ridiculously overpriced. The arena staff is courteous and helpful and that does always stand out and that's a great thing!

Only come to the arena for Pelicans games. I sit in section 305 row 3 which are pretty good seats at $1200 for 2 tix a season. There's no bad seat in the house though. I spent 5 yrs in section 311 row 12. There's a big difference in where I was to now where I'm at. They added a HUGE screen center court so that makes up for the view if anyone is wondering what the view is like from 31l row 12. I'm looking forward to next season where I shall invest in the lower bowl 100 level of the arena. That's goes from spending $1200 on two seats a season ....to $1200 for one seat

The renovations in the Arena make this a really nice spot to watch a concert or a game. I've been here many times (Sir Paul, Garth Brooks, Pelicans, Hornets, Voodoo) and I'm pleased each time. Yes, the beers are $9 and the hotdogs are $6...but it's an arena. Pretty much what you would expect! The bathrooms are plentiful, so the wait-times aren't too bad if you have to go during a show. The 300 level seats are not bad for viewing either. They always keep the temperatures pretty cool, which is nice for a big crowd. It does get pretty chilly in there, so bring a sweater! It's nice to see an arena in New Orleans starting to attract really big acts! The LED lights bring the outside up to snuff next to the Superdome. I'm pretty sure you can see these two buildings from Space! There's parking close-by for a fee (typically $15-$20), or you can try to get street parking in the CBD for free. All in all, I'm always stoked when a show goes to the arena.

I come to this place once a month! Always love supporting the pelicans! The shrimp basket had sooo much food and we got the nachos can never go wrong with that lol

Many people are familiar with the Greek myth of Icarus, the story of a young man who flies too close to the sun and crashes down to Earth after his wax wings melt. In Cirque du Soleil's re-imagining of the story, Icarus doesn't die but instead lands deep in a forest at the summit of a volcano. In this new land called Varekai, which means "wherever" in the Romani language, Icarus begins a journey of re-invention as he explores the new land and meets its many fantastical creatures. In traditional Cirque du Soleil style, the show is filled with both colorfully costumed characters and the usual - and unusual - circus acts. Acrobats defy gravity high above the stage, while jugglers and clowns engage the audience closer to the ground. Not your usual show as in Vegas, but nicely done and enjoyable if you know the story and now you do.

Nice place! Good Venue We saw Sam Smith. Close enough to walk to the French quarter. Saved us money. Drinks were good!

This arena is actually quite charming in its own little way. This place gives you a homely feeling more so than a lot of basketball venues in today's game. If you're in for a great atmosphere and wanting to have a good time, try watching the local Pelicans take on someone else in the nba. Sure, they are not the best team in the league, but they definitely put up a fight and their fans are extremely passionate about the game. Came into town, sat in the club levels, enjoyed some jambalaya and a cocktail while watching the game, can't beat that. Also, this may be one of the cheapest ticket prices venues in the entire nba, take a chance on stubhub, you may be surprised...

Attended a Pelicans game on New Year's Eve against the Clippers. Besides the performance of the Pels I was happy with my experience here. Smoothie King is located to the southwest-ish of the Superdome. Our seats were good and affordable. We sat in section 121 for about $60 a ticket. Again, the on court performance left me wishing for more but everything else was top notch for a NBA game. The halftime performance was awesome. They had a dance theme that counted down the top songs of the year. The in-game entertainment was well organized and kept the crowd involved. They had t-shirt tosses, calendar giveaways, and it was Jrue Holiday bobblehead night. They do not allow selfie sticks here. We had to stash it outside in a dark place behind a bush.

This is a great venue to see a concert. I saw twenty one pilots here on the 2nd and I loved it there. It was a sold out concert, every seat filled, and the pit was an ocean of TØP-notch clique. Great crowd, great energy, and the sound and lighting were the best I've experienced at any concert. Plus, it was only a mile away from our hotel. No nightmarish experience of looking for an overpriced parking spot and sitting in traffic for 45 minutes afterwards. If I had to complain about anything, it would be the railing, or lack thereof. We were in the first row of Section 300, right in front of the rails in the balcony. The railing was barely knee-high and the space between the railing and the knees of the people sitting next to us was MAYBE a foot. You could easily trip and have a nasty thirty foot fall to look forward to. Being that they serve alcohol here and it is New Orleans, I'm really surprised that this hasn't already happened. The reason I know it hasn't happened, is because the railing is still at a dangerously low level. Things are only improved for your safety AFTER someone is seriously injured or dies from the result. That's the world we live in. No one actually cares about your safety, they care about preventing future lawsuits. That aside, don't pass up an opportunity to catch your favorite band if they're playing here. But if you're buying tickets and you see seats available for the front row of any section on the 3rd level, you MIGHT want to go one row back, especially if heights bother you. And if the thought of falling to your death in front of thousands of onlookers and winding up on liveleak.com bothers you, as it should bother most oxygen-breathing mammals, then there's no might to it. You DEFINITELY do not want to sit in the front row of Level 3. Oh yeah. And don't forget to have fun!

First time going here enjoyed the Allstar games during the weekend. They have a nice selection of food, It was pretty cold inside but that was a good thing considering the weather outside. Their staff is not the friendliest, the arena was clean. I did enjoy the activities outside where they had a basketball hoop set up with different activities that were going on so that was a lot of fun.

We attended a #bucketlist concert and while we enjoyed seeing Tool perform the venue had some highs and lows for us. The venue was pretty cold, the food items were pretty expensive, and parking was an atrocious nightmare. Some of the staff in the parking lot were not the friendliest of people. Actually one of the male staff members was down right rude and inappropriate in his comments to me. Aside from that they have several food vendors to choose from and we opted for jambalaya bowls. We were hoping they would've had the big screens up to get up close visuals of the band but alas they did not and that was disappointing. I would attend here in the future if it was a band I am desperate to see, but I much rather a smaller more intimate venue.

I had a wonderful time at the Pelicans vs Mavs game. There was plenty of parking located around the arena for about $15...which is reasonable for a major event. The event staff were all very nice and welcoming and the game was entertaining. I sat in the upper level and still had a wonderful view of the court. I doubt there is a bad seat in the house! The next time I am in New Orleans I will be sure to visit again!

The building is so beautiful. There were many forms of law enforcement and security, which made me feel very safe. The building is so clean, crisp, and well lit. The temperature was refreshing coming from outside temperatures. The signage makes it very easy to navigate. I enjoyed my time here for a weekly meeting and look forward to the next one.

Went to a New Orleans Pelicans game and had a blast. The arena is clean, safe and has all the updated bells and whistles. They had a basketball hoop set up outside so kids could enjoy themselves. There were food trucks, a dj and other interactive activities for the entire family. The wall of jerseys and the Anthony Davis mural were nice. They had a lot of variety at the concession stand. I went to Zataran's and had jambalaya which was delicious and the portion sizes were great. The seats were great and the arena offers a guys night out package which included a ticket, 2 beverages (water,soda or beer) and a souvenir glass. Never got my glass but that's fine I was traveling so it would be a burden to carry after the game. The Pelicans didn't win but the game was a fight to the finish and they did a lot to keep the crowd interested. The cheerleaders were dancing to rap music from New Orleans artists which was real nice. The drumline band and the half time show were amazing as well. I'd definitely go back. My hometown doesn't have a basketball team so this was a very nice bonus for our trip.

Went to this place 3 times total. Every time I've been there, the staff is VERY friendly and really fun to talk to. They are all very professional and help you find your seat, tell you how to get to the bars with the least wait, and all just seem very happy to be there. The only improvement that should happen, is that they should have staff watching the stairs for spills. One night I saw 5 people slip on the stairs, the first one fell and spilled her drinks all over and no one cleaned it up, so people kept slipping. Someone went out to get someone to clean it, but no one showed up. Overall, it's a great place to go to for a show and the staff is awesome.

We walked here from our hotel about 15 minutes away to see the Lakers play Pelicans since Kobe Bryant is retiring. Place is awesome and the Pelicans fans were very welcoming which was great. We got into the smoothie center only waiting in like maybe 5 to 10 minutes and when we got inside I was liking how clean it was and wasn't a crazy house. We didn't have the best seats in the house since it was last minute but the view was good regardless. Prices for drinks and food are what we expect from any stadium. Overpriced beers and food.

I still hate the name... but, the 1970s (80s?) bathroom tile aqua blue/green exterior is gone, so the Smoothie King Center gets 4 stars. The exterior of this place at least looks like it's part of the modern era, so kudos for making that happen with the naming rights. Anyhow, the arena... er... the Smoothie King Center is a nice venue for everything from basketball to concerts. They have a nice Capital One lounge that has some decent food and drinks if you want to spend some money and hang out in there before a game. The Pelicans gear shop is loaded with all sorts of Pelicans things. It's easy to navigate the perimeter and find your seat. Parking is pretty convenient, with paid parking lots right across the street, and another right next door. It's about $15 to park, or you can find street parking a few blocks away for free.

I always enjoy visiting the SK center. Much smaller than other arenas I have been to. They have pretty decent overpriced food and drinks. Definitely not as expensive as sports centers in other cities. Restrooms are clean. I like the Pelicans, even though no one else seems to! It is fairly easy to find inexpensive tickets to any game or event. Parking is fairly ample. Most sports centers have a pretty terrible traffic flow situation before and after events. Perhaps I have been lucky, but I have always found it a breeze to come and go and not have to wait long. Be back soon!

Nola nba stadium Right next to Mercedes benz done Cool little stadium with an awesome atmosphere

Came here for the 311 concert with the Boi. Didn't worry about parking since we walked there from our stay. The stadium was beautiful and clean!!! The Staff were on point and helpful. Drinks were reasonable and they had stations almost everywhere so it wasn't a long wait in any line plus they had guys walking around with buckets of beers which made it quite convenient also. What really wants me coming back here is the Mac&Cheese! Ordered the seafood Mac and it was uhmazing. A lot of seafood for being at an Arena . so kudos to you guys ... Definitely had a blast here :)