Spectrum Center
Charlotte, NC
333 East Trade Street 28202
VENUE GUIDE
Spectrum Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Spectrum Center
Make the event easier by staying close to Spectrum Center and the surrounding Charlotte area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Hyatt House Charlotte/Center City
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (1,635 reviews)
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte City Center
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (1,451 reviews)
AC Hotel Charlotte City Center
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (942 reviews)
Residence Inn by Marriott Charlotte City Center
0.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.6 (596 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Spectrum Center & the Area
Spectrum Center is an event venue in Charlotte, NC. 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. Spectrum Center is the home of the Charlotte Hornets.
HOME TEAM
Home of the Charlotte Hornets
NBA
Charlotte Hornets
Spectrum Center is the home venue for Charlotte Hornets.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Spectrum Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (94 reviews)
Midnight Diner
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (10,171 reviews)
Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Spectrum Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,135 reviews)
Rooster's Wood-fired Kitchen Uptown
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Spectrum Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,959 reviews)
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (132 reviews)
Amina CLT
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (126 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Peace & Saint Charlotte
0.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (76 reviews)
Mortimer's Cafe and Pub
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Spectrum Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (325 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (31 reviews)
Lottie’s Cafe
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (335 reviews)
Not Just Coffee
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (436 reviews)
Caribou Coffee
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (94 reviews)
Redeemed Coffee
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (87 reviews)
Coco and the Director
0.3 mi from the venue
Coffee near Spectrum Center for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,185 reviews)
Attractions
ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (271 reviews)
Charlotte nc downtown
0.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (43 reviews)
Charlotte Segway Tours / Charlotte Rydables
0.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (252 reviews)
Il Grande Disco
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (25 reviews)
First Ward Park
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,858 reviews)
The City of Charlotte
0.3 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (10 reviews)
Shopping
Queen City Quarter
0.2 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Spectrum Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (7,446 reviews)
BOA Plaza Retail Mall
0.2 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Spectrum Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (524 reviews)
Metropolitan
0.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Spectrum Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (2,154 reviews)
Midtown Terrace
1.1 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Spectrum Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (470 reviews)
Kings Court Shopping Center
1.3 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (231 reviews)
Camp North End
1.5 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (3,772 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Spectrum Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (94 reviews)
Nuvole Rooftop TwentyTwo
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 12:00 – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,135 reviews)
Rooster's Wood-fired Kitchen Uptown
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Spectrum Center.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (1,959 reviews)
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Spectrum Center.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (132 reviews)
Amina CLT
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Spectrum Center.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (126 reviews)
Stoner's Pizza Joint
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.6 (438 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Peace & Saint Charlotte
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (76 reviews)
Mortimer's Cafe and Pub
0.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (325 reviews)
Getting to Spectrum Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Spectrum Center in Charlotte, NC. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • CATS serves the Charlotte metro. Check the transit agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Spectrum Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Spectrum 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
Not Verified
Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Spectrum 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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