Florida Panthers
Venue and travel guide
Venue and location
Address
1 Panther Parkway
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City
Sunrise
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State
FL
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Venue name
Amerant Bank Arena
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Zip code
33323
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Parking
Cheapest
Public transit (BCT bus, ~$2-$3) or general D Lot at the base rate; off-site lots via Prked/SeatGeek may be lower
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Guide url
https://www.amerantbankarena.com/plan-your-visit/directions-parking and https://www.nhl.com/panthers/tickets/parking
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Accessible parking
92 disabled spaces, first-come first-served, located north or south of the main entrance; enter via Gates 1, 2, 5 & 7 with placard displayed
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Hours
Lots open 2 hours prior to puck drop and remain open about 1 hour after each game; no re-entry into lots
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Payment
Cashless; prepaid online via SeatGeek and credit/debit at gates
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Prepaid
Available — purchase in advance online through SeatGeek ("Buy Parking")
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Prices
Panthers game general parking starts around $35 + tax (varies by day/opponent); bus parking $75; limousines pay double the event rate
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Overview
Amerant Bank Arena offers extensive on-site parking with over 7,000 spaces across multiple surface lots. General parking, Preferred parking, and VIP parking available. Pre-paid parking is available through the Panthers app. Event rates typically range from $20-$35. ADA parking is available in all lots.
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Public transport
Broward County Transit (BCT) Routes 22, 36, 72 (also 23, 110, 114) serve the area
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Tailgating
N/A — indoor arena (no formal tailgating program published)
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Traffic
Sawgrass Expressway and I-595/Sawgrass interchange congest pre/post-event; Sawgrass Mills mall traffic adjacent to arena
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Types
General/D Lot parking, garage parking, Suite/club (Amerant Vault) parking, disabled parking, bus/oversized vehicle parking; 7,045 total spaces (4,446 general, 1,771 suite/club, 226 garage, 92 disabled)
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Public transportation
Airport connection
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is the nearest airport (~15-20 miles); connect via car, rideshare, or BCT/Tri-Rail transfers
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App
Moovit and BCT GoPass app for real-time bus tracking
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Best option
BCT Route 22 bus (direct service from Fort Lauderdale/Tri-Rail area) is the most practical transit option
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Bus routes
Broward County Transit (BCT) Routes 22, 36, 72 (plus 23, 110, 114)
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Fare
BCT fare approximately $2-$3 per ride; pay via cash, GoPass app, or transit card
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Ferry
N/A — inland venue
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Nearest station
No rail station adjacent; nearest are Tri-Rail/Brightline stations in Fort Lauderdale (connect onward by bus, roughly 50 min-1h13m)
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Overview
Limited public transit to Amerant Bank Arena. Broward County Transit bus Route 2 serves the Sawgrass Mills area with a stop near the arena. Most fans drive or use rideshare. The nearest Tri-Rail station (Fort Lauderdale) is approximately 15 miles away.
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Rail lines
None directly; Tri-Rail and Brightline serve Fort Lauderdale with bus transfers to the arena
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Tips
Transit trips are long (1+ hour from coast) with transfers; driving or rideshare is generally faster for game day
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Walking distance
Pedestrians access grounds via Gate 6 and the pedestrian sidewalk; bus stops are near NW 136th Ave (short walk)
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Shuttles
Overview
No dedicated shuttle service. The arena is car-centric; parking, rideshare, or driving are the primary access methods.
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Bicycles
Overview
Bicycle racks are available near the main entrance. Limited bike infrastructure in the immediate area.
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Share provider
N/A — indoor/suburban arena with no on-site bike share
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Share station
N/A — no bike share station at the arena (suburban Sunrise location)
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Tips
Cycling is uncommon due to the arena's location near the Sawgrass Expressway; driving, transit, or rideshare recommended
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Accessibility
Accessible parking
92 designated disabled spaces, first-come first-served, north/south of the main entrance; enter via Gates 1, 2, 5 & 7 with placard
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Assistive listening
Available — administered by Guest Services representatives
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Contact
Guest Services / arena line (954) 835-7469 (SHOW); ADA info at https://www.amerantbankarena.com/arena-info/ada-information
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Dropoff
Near the main entrance via accessible gates (1, 2, 5, 7); follow signage for attendant direction
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Fun fact
Guest Services will store a guest's walker or wheelchair behind their seat in the ADA section when transferring to a fixed seat
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Overview
Amerant Bank Arena is fully ADA-compliant with accessible seating on all levels. Accessible parking in all lots. Elevators serve every level. All entrances are wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices and sensory kits available at Guest Services.
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Restrooms
Available throughout the arena (ADA-compliant restrooms on all levels)
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Sensory
KultureCity sensory room (first at the arena, sponsored by ABA Centers of Florida) on the 300/Upper Level; sensory bags and tools available
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Service animals
Certified service animals are permitted; no other animals allowed inside
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Wheelchair seating
Accessible/wheelchair seating on every level of the arena; up to three companion seats may be purchased per accessible seat
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Food and vendors
Cashless
Yes — all concession stands are cashless
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Craft beer
Funky Buddha Tap Room & Bar, VooDoo Ranger Craft Beer & Bar, Yuengling Flight Deck & Bar, Jameson Crossbar, Coors Light Cold Zone
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Fun fact
The Funky Buddha Tap Room sits right inside the front main doors, pouring locally brewed South Florida craft beer
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Local
South Florida local tie-ins including Funky Buddha Brewery (Oakland Park, FL) tap room; Cats Cantina; Coca-Cola food courts
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Mobile ordering
Yes — mobile food ordering and contactless pickup available at select concession stands (https://www.nhl.com/panthers/arena/mobileordering)
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Notable stands
Plaza Level — 3 Coca-Cola food courts, Pantherland Retail, VooDoo Ranger Bar, Cats Cantina, Funky Buddha Tap Room, Jameson Crossbar, Patron Patio, Yuengling Flight Deck; premium spaces include Corona Beach House and Club Stoli
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Outside food policy
No outside food or beverages allowed except for medical/religious purposes
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Parking Apps Accepted
SeatGeek (official prepaid parking); third-party Prked/ParkWhiz-style listings exist
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Overview
Amerant Bank Arena features a Florida-focused concessions program with Latin-inspired food options, local craft beer, and traditional arena fare. The Pantherland Team Store is on the main concourse. Mobile ordering available.
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Signature food
Local craft-brew-and-bar focus; signature offerings include Funky Buddha Tap Room beers and barbecue/pizza concessions (no single iconic dish published)
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Venue history
Architect
Ellerbe Becket (architect); project manager Upton & Partners; structural engineer Walter P. Moore & Associates
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Construction cost
US$184-185 million (almost entirely publicly financed)
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Famous moments
2003 NHL All-Star Game (first official NHL shootout); 2023 NHL All-Star Game; host of 2024 Stanley Cup Final clincher (Panthers' first Cup) and 2025 Stanley Cup Final clincher (back-to-back Cups)
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Fun fact
Built in just ~26 months (vs. the firm's prior minimum of 31) and the naming-rights name has changed six times
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Original capacity
~19,250 for hockey (70 suites and 2,623 club seats at opening)
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Original name
National Car Rental Center (1998-2002)
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Overview
Opened October 3, 1998 as the National Car Rental Center. The Panthers won their first Stanley Cup in 2024. The arena has undergone multiple naming changes and renovations, including a new state-of-the-art scoreboard. Located adjacent to the Sawgrass Mills mall, one of the largest outlet malls in the US.
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Records
First "official" NHL shootout (2003 All-Star Game); multiple Latin-concert gross/ticket records (Marco Antonio Solis, Juan Luis Guerra)
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Renovations
2012 Club Red/Amerant Vault lounge; 2013 new scoreboard; 2025 new center-hung scoreboard (four 4mm LED screens, 38' x 31' each) operational for 2025-26 season opener (Oct. 7, 2025)
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Retired numbers
No. 1 Roberto Luongo (retired March 7, 2020, first Panther so honored); 2024 and 2025 Stanley Cup championship banners; Eastern Conference and division banners
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Venue details
Climate
Fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena; total facility ~872,000 sq ft (81,000 m2)
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Elevation
Approximately 10 ft above sea level (Sunrise, FL is near sea level)
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Levels
Plaza (lower), Mezzanine (club/suite), and 300/Upper levels
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Premium
70 suites and 2,623 club seats; premium areas include Amerant Vault, Corona Beach House, Club Stoli, Champions Club
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Overview
Hockey seating capacity: 19,250. Ice surface: 200 ft × 85 ft. The arena features a modern bowl design with updated technology and premium seating options.
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Scoreboard
New 2025 center-hung board — four 4mm LED screens, each 38 ft wide x 31 ft high, forming a 360-degree canvas spanning ~151 ft; integrated by ANC with consultant AJP
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Shared tenants
Florida Panthers (NHL) are the primary tenant; Florida Freedom (PBR) plays annually; hosts Orange Bowl Basketball Classic, concerts, and wrestling/MMA events
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Surface
Standard NHL ice sheet (200 ft x 85 ft); ~17,000 sq ft arena floor for non-hockey events
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