Spectrum Center

  • 60 upcoming events
  • 333 East Trade Street, Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
  • 19,077 capacity
  • Opened 2005
  • Home of Charlotte Hornets
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Getting there

Around Spectrum Center:

  • CTC/Arena station (streetcar, light rail) · 300 ft · about 2 min walk
  • 7th Street station (light rail) · 850 ft · about 5 min walk
  • Davidson Street station (streetcar) · 950 ft · about 5 min walk
  • 8 bus stops within 0.3 miles
  • 170 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles, at least 3,208 spaces
  • Hotels nearby: Hyatt House Charlotte/Center City (350 ft), SpringHill Suites Charlotte Uptown (450 ft), AC Hotel by Marriott Charlotte City Center (650 ft)

Straight-line distances from the venue. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Good to know

What's on at Spectrum Center this week?
In the next 7 days: Dave Chappelle (Wed, Oct 21); Atlanta Hawks at Charlotte Hornets (Fri, Oct 23).
How many people does Spectrum Center hold?
About 19,077 people at full capacity (Wikidata). The real number depends on the event layout.
Who plays at Spectrum Center?
Spectrum Center is home to Charlotte Hornets.
What other names has Spectrum Center had?
It has also been known as Time Warner Cable Arena, The Cable Box and Charlotte Bobcats Arena.
Is Spectrum Center indoors?
Yes. Spectrum Center is an indoor venue, so the weather only matters for getting there and back.
How do I get to Spectrum Center by public transit?
The closest stop is CTC/Arena station (streetcar, light rail), 300 ft away, about 2 min walk. Also nearby: 7th Street station (light rail), 850 ft away; Davidson Street station (streetcar), 950 ft away. There are 8 bus stops within 0.3 miles.
Is there parking near Spectrum Center?
Yes. OpenStreetMap shows 170 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles, with at least 3,208 mapped spaces. Event-day prices are usually higher, and many lots can be booked ahead.