T-Mobile Arena
The Strip's flagship 20,000-seat arena — home to the Vegas Golden Knights and the venue for major concerts, UFC, boxing, and award shows.
Capacity
20,000
Opened
2016
Operator
AEG / MGM Resorts
Sources: Capacity from Wikipedia — T-Mobile Arena. Opening year from Wikipedia — T-Mobile Arena. Re-verified 2026-04-09. We don't publish specific tour dates here because they change too frequently — see the official ticketing link below for current bookings.
What T-Mobile Arena Is Known For
T-Mobile Arena opened on April 6, 2016 with a Killers concert. It seats around 17,500 for hockey and over 20,000 for concerts. The arena is the home of the Vegas Golden Knights (NHL) and has hosted major events including the Academy of Country Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, iHeartRadio Music Festival, Latin Grammy Awards, multiple WrestleMania support events, and the biggest UFC and boxing matches in Vegas.
What it programs
Major touring concerts (one or two-night stops, not residencies), Vegas Golden Knights NHL games, UFC, boxing, NCAA basketball, award shows, and special events. Runs weekly programming.
Planning a Trip Around T-Mobile Arena
Who this venue works for and the practical details that affect how you plan.
Best for
- +Concert and event travelers (specific artist or event)
- +Vegas Golden Knights fans
- +UFC and boxing fans
- +Travelers staying at Park MGM, NYNY, MGM Grand, or Aria (all walkable)
Practical considerations
- •Walking distance from Park MGM, New York-New York, MGM Grand, and Excalibur via The Park outdoor zone
- •The Park outdoor pedestrian area is the main approach — restaurants and bars line the route
- •Major events sell out fast and drive massive demand for nearby Strip hotels
- •Concession lines can be long — arrive early for headline events
- •Rideshare drop-off zones are signposted and busy after major events
Resident hotel
Park MGM — staying here means zero transportation to the venue.
The reinvented Monte Carlo — walkable to T-Mobile Arena and one of the most pedestrian-friendly Strip stays.
Notable Acts
Historical and current acts that have played T-Mobile Arena. We frame these evergreen — for current bookings, use the official ticketing link below.
The Killers (the inaugural concert, April 6, 2016)
Vegas Golden Knights — NHL home games
U2
Beyoncé
Taylor Swift
Bad Bunny
Major UFC pay-per-view events (UFC 200, UFC 229, multiple others)
Canelo Álvarez and other top boxing matches
Academy of Country Music Awards (multiple years)
Where to Buy Tickets
T-Mobile Arena events are sold through Ticketmaster, AXS, and the venue's official site. The arena's calendar updates frequently with new tour announcements — verify current bookings via the official site.
Opens the venue's official ticketing source in a new tab. We don't publish specific tour dates because they change too frequently to verify reliably.
Frequently Asked Questions
What people search when researching T-Mobile Arena.
What is the capacity of T-Mobile Arena?
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T-Mobile Arena has a capacity of 20,000. Source: Wikipedia — T-Mobile Arena.
When did T-Mobile Arena open?
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T-Mobile Arena opened in 2016. Source: Wikipedia — T-Mobile Arena.
Who has performed at T-Mobile Arena?
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T-Mobile Arena has hosted: The Killers (the inaugural concert, April 6, 2016); Vegas Golden Knights — NHL home games; U2; Beyoncé; Taylor Swift; Bad Bunny. And 3 more notable acts. For current bookings, see the venue's official ticketing page.
How do I buy tickets to T-Mobile Arena?
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T-Mobile Arena events are sold through Ticketmaster, AXS, and the venue's official site. The arena's calendar updates frequently with new tour announcements — verify current bookings via the official site.
What hotel is closest to T-Mobile Arena?
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T-Mobile Arena is at or attached to Park MGM — staying there means you don't need transportation to the venue. Other walkable nearby hotels depend on the venue's location on the Strip.