Atlanta Dream
Venue and travel guide
Venue and location
Address
2330 Convention Center Concourse
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City
College Park
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State
GA
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Venue name
Gateway Center Arena @ College Park
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Zip code
30337
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Parking
Cheapest
On-site flat-rate lots start at $10 for Dream games; the venue's free ATL SkyTrain link from the airport lets transit/air travelers avoid driving and parking entirely
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Guide url
https://gatewaycenterarena.com/getting-here/parking
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Accessible parking
30 accessible (ADA) spaces in the general lot, first-come first-served
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Payment
Cashless only. All major credit cards accepted except Discover; Tap & Pay available. Apple Pay/other apps not accepted at this time. Pay at kiosks inside the building or at lot exit
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Prepaid
Yes — reserve in advance via ParkMobile (https://app.parkmobile.io/venue/the-gateway-center-arena-at-college-park/events)
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Prices
$10–$20 per vehicle for Dream and Skyhawks games; flat-rate, varies by event
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Overview
Gateway Center Arena offers several on-site parking options including Lot A, Lot B, and Lot C. Guests are encouraged to use the ParkMobile app to pre-purchase parking passes for Atlanta Dream games. Event rates typically range from $10 to $20 depending on the specific lot and event type. Overflow parking is available at the adjacent Georgia International Convention Center (GICC). ADA parking is available in Lot A near the main entrance.
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Public transport
MARTA rail to Airport Station, then the free ATL SkyTrain (~2 min) to the Gateway Station next to the arena
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Tailgating
N/A — indoor arena (camping is prohibited on the Gateway Center Campus, including outside the arena)
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Traffic
Area sits at the juncture of I-85 and I-285 near Hartsfield-Jackson; expect congestion on these interstates and around airport access roads pre-event
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Types
All surface-level — five conjoined surface lots (GICC/Gateway shared) accessible at east and west entrances during high-volume events
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Public transportation
Airport connection
Directly connected — one-quarter mile from Hartsfield-Jackson via the free ATL SkyTrain (Gateway Station)
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App
MARTA website/app (itsmarta.com); arena directs guests to MARTA for trip planning
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Best option
MARTA rail to Airport Station, then free ATL SkyTrain to Gateway Station — the venue promotes "MARTA is smarta."
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Fare
MARTA fare via Breeze card/mobile (standard MARTA single-ride fare); ATL SkyTrain is free
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Ferry
N/A — landlocked location
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Nearest station
MARTA Airport Station (transfer to the free ATL SkyTrain to reach Gateway Station next to the arena)
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Overview
MARTA Red and Gold lines serve the College Park Station. From the station, transfer to the free ATL SkyTrain for direct access to the Gateway Center Arena. Bus routes 82, 89, 180, 189, and 195 also serve the area. Single-trip fare is $2.50; multi-day passes available. The SkyTrain provides a seamless airport-to-arena connection for travelers.
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Rail lines
MARTA Red and Gold lines terminate at Airport Station; ATL SkyTrain connects to the venue
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Tips
From downtown Atlanta the arena is roughly 10 minutes away; take MARTA to Airport, follow signs toward the Rental Car Center, then board the ATL SkyTrain
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Walking distance
Gateway Station is adjacent to the arena (a short walk)
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Shuttles
Cost
Free
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Dropoff
Gateway Station, adjacent to the arena/GICC
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Notes
No dedicated game-day team shuttle is published; the free ATL SkyTrain is the primary shuttle connection to the arena
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Operator
ATL SkyTrain (Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport / City of Atlanta)
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Pickup
Hartsfield-Jackson airport terminal (west end) and the airport Rental Car Center
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Overview
The ATL SkyTrain provides free, automated shuttle service connecting Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to the Gateway Center Campus (GICC and Arena station). Operates 24/7 with trains arriving every few minutes. The ride from the airport to the arena takes approximately 2 minutes.
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Routes
ATL SkyTrain — free automated people-mover linking Hartsfield-Jackson airport terminal to the GICC/Gateway Arena and the Rental Car Center along a 1.6-mile elevated guideway
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Schedule
ATL SkyTrain runs continuously; first stop GICC/Gateway in ~2 minutes from the terminal
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Bicycles
Overview
Bicycle racks are available near the Northwest entrance of the arena and within the Gateway Center campus footprint.
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Tips
Note — the arena offers two ChargePoint EV charging stations in Parking Lot E for electric vehicles; bicycle-specific amenities are not published
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Accessibility
Accessible parking
30 marked accessible spaces in the general lot, first-come first-served
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Contact
Gateway Center Arena Box Office on event day; Ticketmaster (800) 745-3000 for accessible seating. Parking ADA questions: Diane Walcott, dwalcott@gicc.com
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Fun fact
Bags required for medical necessity are exempt from the venue's clear-bag policy and allowed in with special accommodations
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Overview
ADA-compliant parking is available in Lot A on a first-come, first-served basis near the main entrance. The arena is fully accessible with elevators, wheelchair seating areas, and accessible restrooms on all levels. Drop-off zones are located at the front entrance.
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Service animals
Only certified service animals are allowed; other pets are prohibited
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Wheelchair seating
Designated accessible/companion seating areas around the arena offering the same view as other guests; accessible tickets via Ticketmaster, (800) 745-3000, or the box office on event day
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Food and vendors
Cashless
Yes — the entire GICC campus, including the arena, is fully cashless (since November 1, 2021)
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Craft beer
Specially selected beers and wines at concession stands plus full bars on the concourse; venue aims to offer local beers when possible
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Fun fact
The Post Oaks concession stand partners with local nonprofit LATO, donating 10% of its sales to support underserved communities
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Local
Proof of the Pudding @ GICC is the exclusive food & beverage provider (four concession stands plus portable bars). The Post Oaks stand is staffed by local nonprofit Loving Arms Transitional Outreach (LATO), with 10% of sales donated
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Notable stands
Four concession stands plus portable concourse bars; Coca-Cola is the soft-drink partner. Souvenirs/merchandise sold in the Skyway area when available
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Outside food policy
No outside food or beverages (including alcohol) permitted
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Parking Apps Accepted
ParkMobile (pre-paid parking reservations)
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Overview
Concession stands include local favorites like JR Crickets, Southern Fried chicken, Curbside Kitchen (Southern fare), Fresh Market (healthy options), and The Hangar Bar. The Atlanta Dream Official Team Shop is located on the main concourse near Section 105. Mobile ordering is available via the arena app.
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Signature food
House-Smoked BBQ, hand-breaded chicken tenders and homemade pickles from Proof of the Pudding's culinary team
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Venue history
Architect
TVS Design and Rosser International
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Construction cost
$45 million (broke ground February 2018)
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Famous moments
The Atlanta Dream began playing home games here in 2021; the venue anchored the franchise's 2025 turnaround (30–14, No. 3 seed, first playoff berth since 2018 under head coach Karl Smesko)
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Fun fact
Per the arena, Gateway Center Arena is ranked the top arena among the NBA's 28 G League/affiliated arenas for operations and security
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Original capacity
3,500 (basketball); 5,000 (concerts/maximum)
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Original name
Gateway Center Arena @ College Park (name unchanged)
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Overview
Opened in November 2019. The Atlanta Dream officially relocated to Gateway Center Arena for the 2021 WNBA season. The arena has hosted WNBA Playoff games and various concerts. It is the primary home for the College Park Skyhawks (NBA G League) and serves as a key community venue in the College Park area adjacent to the world's busiest airport.
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Venue details
Climate
Fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena; 100,000 sq ft multi-purpose facility adjacent to the GICC. Events are "rain or shine."
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Overview
Seating capacity: 3,500 for WNBA games. The 100,000 sq ft multi-purpose arena features a flexible floor plan for basketball, volleyball, and other events. Standard 94-foot basketball court.
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Shared tenants
College Park Skyhawks (NBA G League), Atlanta Dream (WNBA) and LOVB (volleyball); formerly Atlanta FaZe (Call of Duty League, 2020–2025)
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Surface
Hardwood basketball court (indoor)
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