KeyBank Center
Buffalo, NY
1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza 14203
VENUE GUIDE
KeyBank Center
Plan more than your event at KeyBank Center. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near KeyBank Center
Make the event easier by staying close to KeyBank Center and the surrounding Buffalo area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (1,196 reviews)
Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (967 reviews)
Hotel at the Lafayette, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
0.7 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (1,565 reviews)
Hilton Garden Inn Buffalo Downtown
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (1,349 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About KeyBank Center & the Area
KeyBank Center is an event venue in Buffalo, NY. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination. KeyBank Center is the home of the Buffalo Sabres.
HOME TEAM
Home of the Buffalo Sabres
NHL
Buffalo Sabres
KeyBank Center is the home venue for Buffalo Sabres.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near KeyBank Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Buffalo Iron Works
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,170 reviews)
The Draft Room
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (399 reviews)
Southern Tier Brewery Buffalo
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,852 reviews)
Helium Comedy Club
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (2,161 reviews)
Panorama on Seven
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to KeyBank Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (799 reviews)
Cobblestone
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (296 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Tim Hortons
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (302 reviews)
Dunkin'
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (103 reviews)
Underground’s Coffee Seneca One
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (26 reviews)
Wonder Coffeehouse
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (522 reviews)
Museums
Naval Museum
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (73 reviews)
Buffalo Naval Park
0.2 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (3,476 reviews)
"PARMED" by Liberty Hound
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (11 reviews)
USS The Sullivans (DD-537)
0.3 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (51 reviews)
USS Little Rock(CL-92,CG-4)
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (44 reviews)
Edward M Cotter
0.3 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (15 reviews)
Attractions
Buffalo Heritage Carousel
0.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to KeyBank Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (234 reviews)
Buffalo Bike Tours & Bike Rentals
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (658 reviews)
Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum
0.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,295 reviews)
Niagara Falls Tours USA
0.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (386 reviews)
Buffalo Double Decker Tours
0.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (1,888 reviews)
Water Bikes/Ice Bikes of Buffalo
0.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
Shopping
Market Arcade
1.1 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (114 reviews)
West Side Plaza
2.9 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (281 reviews)
Buffalo Trade center
3.1 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to KeyBank Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (106 reviews)
Garrison Village Shopping Centre
3.2 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (238 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near KeyBank Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Buffalo Iron Works
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 4:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,170 reviews)
The Draft Room
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at KeyBank Center.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (399 reviews)
Southern Tier Brewery Buffalo
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 3:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,852 reviews)
Panorama on Seven
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 6:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (799 reviews)
Getting to KeyBank Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to KeyBank Center in Buffalo, NY. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • NFTA serves the Buffalo metro. Check the transit agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near KeyBank Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
KeyBank Center can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at KeyBank Center have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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Upcoming Events & Tickets
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