Pittsburgh

PPG Paints Arena

  • June 10 2026
  • Within Walking Distance
Overview
Getting To and From
Inside the Venue
Onsite Accessibility
Our Guidelines
Comments
About
PPG Paints Arena, at 1001 Fifth Avenue in Pittsburgh, is a multi-purpose arena and the home of the Pittsburgh Penguins, hosting hockey, concerts, and family shows. The arena has four points of entry, 8 elevators and 12 escalators reaching all seating levels, and accessible seating on every level, with concessions provided by ARAMARK throughout the building.
Getting To and From
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
On Site Parking Garage or Lot
Yes
Yes
Parking is available in the PPG Paints Arena lots (all cashless); pre-purchasing in advance through the arena's partner ParkWhiz is strongly encouraged. A parking garage is available for non-hockey events with rates that vary by event (call 412-804-3371 for pricing). Designated accessible spaces are available for vehicles displaying a current state-issued disability placard or license plate. Accessible and general garage availability varies by event — call 412-642-1800 (PA Relay 7-1-1) to confirm. Arena lots include East, Fullerton, South, and West. A downloadable parking map is available on the website.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share
Yes
Yes
The accessible drop-off location is on Fifth Avenue near the Peoples Gate, at the southwest corner of PPG Paints Arena. Lyft is the official rideshare partner of the arena. Taxis are available outside the F.N.B. Gate after events, or by calling 412-321-8100.
Off site Parking
Yes
Yes
Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses serve the arena — inbound stops along Fifth Avenue and outbound along Forbes Avenue (routes 61A/61B/61C/61D and 71A/71C/71D); routes 81 Oak Hill and 83 Webster stop along Centre Avenue. The "T" light rail connects Downtown stations with the North Shore, Station Square, and the South Hills; Steel Plaza (Ross Street and 6th Avenue) is closest to the arena, and service within the Golden Triangle (Downtown) is free at all times. Many other routes stop Downtown within a short walk of PPG Paints Arena. Use the Pittsburgh Regional Transit Trip Planner or Google Maps to plan a trip.
Accessible Entrance
Yes
Yes
There are four points of entry: Peoples Gate (Fifth Avenue and Washington Place), Highmark Gate (Centre Avenue lower entrance), F.N.B. Gate (Centre Avenue upper entrance), and a private parking-garage entrance for suite ticket holders. Elevator access is available from all main entrances, and complimentary wheelchair escorts are provided at any entry point when requested.
Site Map/Floorplan
Yes
Yes
An interactive seating map is available on the arena website, and a downloadable parking map is also provided.
Inside the Venue
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
Dedicated Accessible Entrance
Yes
Yes
Accessible entry is available through all main entrances — each of the arena's main gates has elevator access — rather than through a single separate entrance. Complimentary wheelchair escorts are provided at any entry point when requested.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors
Security Checkpoint
Yes
Yes
A search process is required for all events to prevent prohibited items from entering. Prohibited items include bags, backpacks, air horns, hard/soft coolers, thermoses, large purses, cans, bottles, flasks, alcoholic beverages, laser pointers, video/audio recording devices, and professional cameras/lenses. Only wallets/wristlets (4"x6"x1") and medical/diaper bags are permitted; medical and diaper bags must pass through the X-ray machines. No outside food or beverages of any kind are permitted.
Use of Mobility Aids
Yes
Yes
Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at any entry point when requested; staff transport guests from the gates to their seats but do not remain during the event and cannot assist with transferring in or out of a wheelchair. A limited number of wheelchairs are available for transporting guests. Service animals specifically trained to assist a person with a disability are welcome and must remain on a leash or in a harness. ASL interpreters are available with at least two weeks' notice (info@ppgpaintsarena.com or 412-642-1800).
Accessible Seating (Theater)
Yes
Yes
Accessible seating is available on all seating levels of PPG Paints Arena. Request it via the "Request Accessible Seating" option on Ticketmaster or at the DICK'S Sporting Goods Box Office; specific accessible seat locations appear on each event page. For ADA inquiries, call 412-642-1800, use PA Relay 7-1-1, or email adaseating@ppgpaintsarena.com.

Getting To and From

Find essential details on parking, drop-off points, and accessibility to make your visit smooth and hassle-free.
Check the table below for more information.
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
On Site Parking Garage or Lot
Yes
Yes
Parking is available in the PPG Paints Arena lots (all cashless); pre-purchasing in advance through the arena's partner ParkWhiz is strongly encouraged. A parking garage is available for non-hockey events with rates that vary by event (call 412-804-3371 for pricing). Designated accessible spaces are available for vehicles displaying a current state-issued disability placard or license plate. Accessible and general garage availability varies by event — call 412-642-1800 (PA Relay 7-1-1) to confirm. Arena lots include East, Fullerton, South, and West. A downloadable parking map is available on the website.
Drop Off/Pick Up Lanes/ Ride Share
Yes
Yes
The accessible drop-off location is on Fifth Avenue near the Peoples Gate, at the southwest corner of PPG Paints Arena. Lyft is the official rideshare partner of the arena. Taxis are available outside the F.N.B. Gate after events, or by calling 412-321-8100.
Off site Parking
Yes
Yes
Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses serve the arena — inbound stops along Fifth Avenue and outbound along Forbes Avenue (routes 61A/61B/61C/61D and 71A/71C/71D); routes 81 Oak Hill and 83 Webster stop along Centre Avenue. The "T" light rail connects Downtown stations with the North Shore, Station Square, and the South Hills; Steel Plaza (Ross Street and 6th Avenue) is closest to the arena, and service within the Golden Triangle (Downtown) is free at all times. Many other routes stop Downtown within a short walk of PPG Paints Arena. Use the Pittsburgh Regional Transit Trip Planner or Google Maps to plan a trip.
Accessible Entrance
Yes
Yes
There are four points of entry: Peoples Gate (Fifth Avenue and Washington Place), Highmark Gate (Centre Avenue lower entrance), F.N.B. Gate (Centre Avenue upper entrance), and a private parking-garage entrance for suite ticket holders. Elevator access is available from all main entrances, and complimentary wheelchair escorts are provided at any entry point when requested.
Site Map/Floorplan
Yes
Yes
An interactive seating map is available on the arena website, and a downloadable parking map is also provided.

Inside the Venue

Get to know what to expect indoors—from seating layouts to restrooms and concessions.
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
Dedicated Accessible Entrance
Yes
Yes
Accessible entry is available through all main entrances — each of the arena's main gates has elevator access — rather than through a single separate entrance. Complimentary wheelchair escorts are provided at any entry point when requested.
Street Level Access and Automatic Doors
Security Checkpoint
Yes
Yes
A search process is required for all events to prevent prohibited items from entering. Prohibited items include bags, backpacks, air horns, hard/soft coolers, thermoses, large purses, cans, bottles, flasks, alcoholic beverages, laser pointers, video/audio recording devices, and professional cameras/lenses. Only wallets/wristlets (4"x6"x1") and medical/diaper bags are permitted; medical and diaper bags must pass through the X-ray machines. No outside food or beverages of any kind are permitted.
Use of Mobility Aids
Yes
Yes
Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at any entry point when requested; staff transport guests from the gates to their seats but do not remain during the event and cannot assist with transferring in or out of a wheelchair. A limited number of wheelchairs are available for transporting guests. Service animals specifically trained to assist a person with a disability are welcome and must remain on a leash or in a harness. ASL interpreters are available with at least two weeks' notice (info@ppgpaintsarena.com or 412-642-1800).
Accessible Seating (Theater)
Yes
Yes
Accessible seating is available on all seating levels of PPG Paints Arena. Request it via the "Request Accessible Seating" option on Ticketmaster or at the DICK'S Sporting Goods Box Office; specific accessible seat locations appear on each event page. For ADA inquiries, call 412-642-1800, use PA Relay 7-1-1, or email adaseating@ppgpaintsarena.com.

Onsite Accessibility

Learn about ramps, elevators, restrooms, and other accessible features available during your visit
Features Information Available on Website Available at Venue Notes Additional Info / Things to Know Links
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
All restroom facilities at PPG Paints Arena are accessible. There are also fourteen (14) family/unisex restrooms throughout the building, including the FedEx Level (near Sections 107, 109, 121), PNC Legends Level Suites (13, 44), Giant Eagle/Snapple Level (201, 213), and the Peoples Gate.
Baby changing stations are available in all restrooms on all seating levels. Nursing pods and rooms are located behind Sections 117 and 225.
Elevators
Yes
Yes
There are 8 elevators throughout the building, with elevator access from all main entrances, plus 12 escalators leading to all seating levels. Elevators and escalators access all areas of the arena.
On-Site Dining
Yes
Yes
Concessions provided by ARAMARK are available throughout the arena, and all concessions are cashless. No outside food or beverages are permitted.
Premium dining venues include the F.N.B. Club, Lexus Club, and Executive Dining Room. Guests must be 21 or older to purchase alcohol, with a maximum of two alcoholic beverages per purchase.
Theater, Auditorium, etc. (Museum)
Yes
Yes
PPG Paints Arena is a multi-purpose arena (home of the Pittsburgh Penguins) hosting hockey, concerts, and family shows, with four points of entry and accessible seating on every level. Assistive Listening Devices are available for guests with hearing disabilities at Guest Services near Section 104 (a valid photo ID or credit card is required as collateral). Two UPMC First Aid Stations are located one per level, adjacent to the Guest Services room near Section 104. A TAG-A-KID wristband program for children is available at Guest Services, and F.N.B. ATMs are located in the Highmark Lobby and near Sections 118 and 229.
Our Guidelines
1. Make Accessibility Info Easy to Find - Dedicated Website Accessibility Page

Clearly post detailed accessibility information online, covering parking, entrances, interior pathways, site plans, and more.


2. Include All Mobility Devices

Consider walkers, canes, crutches — not just wheelchairs. Provide specifics for a variety of mobility needs. Include people who use different devices in the conversation.

3. Go Beyond ADA Compliance

ADA is the minimum. Strive for real-world accessibility through thoughtful design and ongoing improvements.

4. Visibility = Accessibility

If disabled visitors aren't present, barriers may exist. Transparency and preparation are the keys to inclusion. Empower everyone to attend.

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