Nashville Predators
Venue and travel guide
Venue and location
Address
501 Broadway
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City
Nashville
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State
TN
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Venue name
Bridgestone Arena
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Zip code
37203
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Parking
Cheapest
Complimentary Nissan Stadium Lot R (with free BEEP shuttle or 10–12 min walk via John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge); Fifth Ave of the Arts Garage advance $10
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Guide url
https://www.bridgestonearena.com/plan-your-visit/directions-parking and https://www.nhl.com/predators/arena/parking-directions
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Accessible parking
Accessible parking available in the 6th Avenue Garage; requires valid disability placard or plate (honored from all 50 states, D.C., and Canadian provinces). First-come, first-served
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Hours
Varies by facility; Nissan Stadium Lot R/shuttle opens 2 hours before each Predators home game and runs until 2 hours after the game
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Payment
Credit/debit cards and online advance purchase via Ticketmaster, Parking.com (Metropolis), and Nashville Yards Parking; many facilities accept card on entry
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Premium
Guaranteed parking for Season-Ticket ("Smashville Loyal") members available at the Music City Center Garage; reserve by calling 615-770-2355
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Prepaid
Yes; advance purchase available through Metropolis/Parking.com, Ticketmaster, and Nashville Yards Parking for several garages and lots
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Prices
Varies; First Baptist Church lot advance purchase $25; Fifth Ave of the Arts Garage advance $10; other garages purchased on entry or online (rates vary by event, roughly $10–$40). Nissan Stadium Lot R is complimentary
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Overview
Bridgestone Arena has multiple parking options including the Fifth Avenue South Garage, the Music City Center parking, the Pinnacle at Symphony Place garage, and various surface lots. Pre-paid parking available. Event rates range from $15-$35. ADA parking available in the Fifth Avenue South Garage.
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Public transport
WeGo Public Transit buses serve downtown via WeGo Central hub; Route 18 runs express to/from Nashville International Airport (BNA) for $2 one-way
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Tailgating
N/A — indoor arena (no general tailgating at downtown garages; Nissan Stadium Lot R is overflow parking only)
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Types
No on-site arena lot for general public; nearby garages and lots — Parking at Bridgestone Arena garage (6th Ave/Demonbreun), Fifth + Broadway Garage, 222 2nd Ave Garage, Nashville Yards Garages, Pinnacle at Symphony Place Garage, Ragland Lot, Music City Center Garage, First Baptist Church lot, Fifth Ave of the Arts Garage, and complimentary Nissan Stadium Lot R
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Public transportation
Airport connection
WeGo Route 18 express runs between WeGo Central and Nashville International Airport (BNA), $2 one-way
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App
WeGo Public Transit app (and Moovit) for routes and real-time arrivals
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Best option
WeGo Central downtown hub with a short walk, or free BEEP shuttle from Nissan Stadium Lot R
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Bus routes
Numerous WeGo Public Transit routes through downtown; nearest stops include 5th Ave N & Church St, 4th Ave N & Church St, Broadway & 2nd Ave; Route 18 express to/from BNA airport
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Fare
$2 one-way local fare; pay via WeGo app, fare cards, or onboard
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Ferry
N/A — none serving the arena
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Nearest station
Riverfront Station (WeGo Star commuter rail terminus), about 0.5 mile from the arena
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Overview
WeGo Public Transit bus routes serve downtown Nashville with stops near the arena. The Music City Star commuter rail (from Lebanon) stops at Riverfront Station, approximately 5 blocks away. WeGo bus fare: $2.00. The arena's downtown location makes it highly walkable.
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Rail lines
WeGo Star commuter rail (Lebanon line) terminating at Riverfront Station downtown
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Tips
Route 18 is the best option from the airport; downtown is highly walkable so transit plus a short walk avoids game-night parking and surge pricing
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Walking distance
WeGo Central hub (400 Charlotte Ave) and nearest downtown stops are roughly 0.3–0.6 mile (about a 6–12 minute walk) from the arena
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Shuttles
Cost
Free (complimentary with complimentary Lot R parking)
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Dropoff
Bridgestone Arena (and Lot R for return)
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Frequency
Every 15–20 minutes, from 2 hours pre-game to 2 hours post-game
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Notes
Patrons may also park in Lot R and walk via the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge (10–12 minutes). Only offered for home games without a scheduling conflict
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Operator
Best Ever Event Parking (BEEP) / Nashville Downtown Partnership special event parking program
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Park ride
Nissan Stadium Lot R (1 Titans Way), across the Cumberland River
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Pickup
Nissan Stadium Lot R (and arena side for return trip)
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Overview
No dedicated shuttle service. The arena sits directly on Broadway in the heart of downtown Nashville's entertainment district, within walking distance of countless bars, restaurants, and hotels.
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Routes
Free BEEP (Best Ever Event Parking) two-way shuttle between Nissan Stadium Lot R and Bridgestone Arena
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Schedule
Opens 2 hours before each Predators home game; runs every 15–20 minutes until 2 hours after the game (Lot R locked after close). Schedule subject to change
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Bicycles
Overview
Nashville BCycle stations located near the arena on Broadway and Demonbreun Street. Bike racks available on the arena plaza.
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Share cost
Varies by BCycle pass/ride; purchase passes and check out e-bikes via the BCycle app
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Share provider
Nashville BCycle (electric bikes)
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Share station
Yes — Nashville BCycle e-bike stations located throughout downtown near the arena
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Tips
Download the Nashville BCycle app to locate e-bikes and stations and check out bikes from your phone; e-scooters (Bird, Lime, Spin) are also available downtown
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Accessibility
Accessible parking
Accessible parking in the 6th Avenue Garage; valid disability placard/plate required (honored from all 50 states, D.C., and Canadian provinces); first-come, first-served
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Assistive listening
Courtesy assisted listening devices available at the Guest Services Center built by Cabinets To Go (near section 103); photo ID required as collateral
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Contact
accessibilityservices@nashvillepredators.com or (615) 722-1657; sign language interpreters available with at least two weeks' notice
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Dropoff
Accessible entrances at the Nissan Main Entrance (5th Ave & Broadway), Nissan SoBro Entrance (5th Ave & Demonbreun), and all five entry points in the 6th Avenue Parking Garage
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Fun fact
Courtesy manual wheelchairs are available for in-arena use (with photo ID as collateral) at the Guest Services Center near section 103
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Overview
Bridgestone Arena is fully ADA-compliant. Accessible seating on all levels. All entrances are wheelchair accessible. Elevators serve every level. Assistive listening devices and sensory kits at Guest Services.
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Restrooms
Accessible restrooms and accessible family restrooms located throughout the arena, ADA-compliant
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Sensory
Certified sensory inclusive via KultureCity; sensory bags (noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, cue cards, weighted lap pads) and a dedicated sensory room available; check out bags at Guest Services Center near section 103
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Service animals
Service dogs permitted as allowed by the ADA (must be leashed/harnessed and under handler control); pets not permitted. Email accessibilityservices@nashvillepredators.com in advance
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Wheelchair seating
Wheelchair-accessible and companion seating on every level (including floor when offered); Predators-game accessible sections include 101, 102, 106, 108–113, 115, 119, 120, 201, 223, 302, 304, 308, 314, 320–322, 324, 327, 331, 333
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Food and vendors
Craft beer
Music City Taps (outside section 119) featuring Yazoo Brewing on draft; Craft Beer and Pretzels stand; local/regional brews including Yazoo, Turtle Anarchy, and Yee-Haw Brewing
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Fun fact
When the Predators score a hat trick, fans can redeem a free "Hat Trick" of Hattie B's hot chicken tenders via the Hattie B's app at any Nashville location
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Local
Puckett's BBQ, Hunt Brothers Pizza, Humphrey's Street Coffee, and Christie Cookie Co., among others (concessions operated by Delaware North)
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Notable stands
Music City Taps (Yazoo bar, section 119), hot chicken stand, Puckett's BBQ; BetMGM Sports Lounge and Pete & Terry's Tavern as in-arena bars
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Parking Apps Accepted
Parking.com (Metropolis), Ticketmaster parking, Nashville Yards Parking for advance/online parking purchases
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Overview
Bridgestone Arena features a Nashville-themed food program with hot chicken, Southern comfort food, craft beer from Tennessee breweries, and live music performances in the arena. The Predators Team Store is on the main concourse.
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Signature food
Nashville hot chicken (hot chicken stand offering sandwiches, tenders, and mac and cheese), reflecting the city's signature dish
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Venue history
Architect
HOK Sport (with Hart Freeland Roberts, Inc.)
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Construction cost
Approximately $144 million
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Famous moments
Hosted Predators' first Stanley Cup Final games (2017); the "catfish on the ice" tradition; 2016 NHL All-Star Game; numerous CMA and major concert events
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Fun fact
Naming rights have changed multiple times — Nashville Arena, Gaylord Entertainment Center, Sommet Center, then Bridgestone Arena (since 2010, with Bridgestone headquartered in Nashville)
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Original capacity
Approximately 17,000+ for hockey at opening
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Original name
Nashville Arena
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Overview
Opened December 18, 1996 as the Nashville Arena. The Predators reached the Stanley Cup Final in 2017, creating an electric 'Smashville' atmosphere. The arena is a cornerstone of Nashville's Broadway entertainment district, with live country music integrated into the game-day experience.
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Renovations
Renamed Gaylord Entertainment Center (1999), Sommet Center (2007), then Bridgestone Arena (2010). Renovations in 2007 (new center-hung scoreboard, ~$3.6M), 2011, and 2015; "The Studio" premium club opened October 2024. Multi-year "Broadway 2030" transformation underway (enabling work in 2026; major work over summers 2027–2029; targeted completion 2030, adding ~600–700 seats, wider concourses, glass/open-air concepts)
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Retired numbers
No. 35 Pekka Rinne — first jersey retired in franchise history (Feb. 24, 2022); GOLDen Hall banner honoring David Poile raised in the rafters; bronze Pekka Rinne statue outside the arena
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Venue details
Climate
Fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena
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Elevation
Approximately 500 ft above sea level (downtown Nashville elevation)
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Levels
Multiple levels — lower bowl (100s), club/suite level (200s), and upper bowl (300s)
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Premium
72 luxury suites; premium spaces include The Studio (opened Oct 2024, all-inclusive for ~80 members), 501 Club, Yuengling FLIGHT Deck, Lexus Lounge, Hap & Harry's Taproom, BetMGM Sports Lounge, Opera/Loge Boxes
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Overview
Hockey seating capacity: 17,159. Ice surface: 200 ft × 85 ft. The arena features a unique downtown location on the famous Broadway strip.
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Shared tenants
Primary tenant Nashville Predators (NHL); hosts concerts, CMA events, college basketball, and other entertainment. No permanent co-tenant pro team
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Surface
NHL regulation ice sheet, 200 ft x 85 ft
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