Santander Arena
Reading, PA
700 Penn Street 19602
VENUE GUIDE
Santander Arena
Plan more than your event at Santander Arena. 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 Santander Arena
Make the event easier by staying close to Santander Arena and the surrounding Reading area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Reading
0.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (2,981 reviews)
Candlewood Suites Reading by IHG
1.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (538 reviews)
Courtyard by Marriott Reading Wyomissing
1.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (775 reviews)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wyomissing by IHG
1.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (659 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Santander Arena & the Area
Santander Arena is an event venue in Reading, PA. 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.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Santander Arena for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Cheers Bistro at the DoubleTree
0.0 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Santander Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (426 reviews)
Salsa Burrito Downtown Reading
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (151 reviews)
Café de Colombia Restaurant and Bakery
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (480 reviews)
DMA Pizza
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (158 reviews)
SUBWAY
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (281 reviews)
Fritura Kings
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Santander Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (24 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
El Patron
0.3 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (55 reviews)
Stork Bar
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (139 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Dunkin'
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (619 reviews)
JoJo’s Bakery Creations Cafe | Custom Cakes Reading PA
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (12 reviews)
6th Street Deli - Catering & Rental
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (40 reviews)
Rosanna's Choice Cafe & More
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (64 reviews)
Salt & Light Cafe
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (236 reviews)
Starbucks
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (82 reviews)
Museums
Reading Science Center
0.1 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (47 reviews)
Gruber Wagon Works
3.8 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Santander Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (16 reviews)
Attractions
City Park
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (821 reviews)
GoggleWorks Center for the Arts
0.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,053 reviews)
Reading Area Firefighters Museum
0.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Santander Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (71 reviews)
Reading Pagoda
1.0 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (4,626 reviews)
Pagoda Viewing Point
1.0 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Santander Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (78 reviews)
The Peace Rock
1.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Santander Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (56 reviews)
Shopping
Reading Plaza
0.7 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (70 reviews)
The Big Mill Shopping Center
1.0 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (486 reviews)
The Shoppes at Wyomissing
2.4 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (789 reviews)
Antietam Valley Shopping Center
2.5 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (319 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Santander Arena. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Cheers Bistro at the DoubleTree
0.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (426 reviews)
SUBWAY
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Santander Arena.
Today: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (281 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
El Patron
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (55 reviews)
Stork Bar
0.3 mi from the venue
Drinks near Santander Arena after the show or game.
Today: 10:30 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (139 reviews)
Getting to Santander Arena
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Santander Arena in Reading, PA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • BARTA serves Reading, PA. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Santander Arena.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Santander Arena 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 Santander Arena 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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