Prudential Center Events

About Prudential Center Events

For Prudential Center tickets and general venue information, read below.

Located in the heart of Newark, New Jersey, Prudential Center has been the home for several pro and college sports teams in New Jersey. Known as The Rock, the venue has seen postseason action in hockey and basketball, as well as marquee fights, concerts, and other noteworthy events, all while providing fans with a positive fan experience.

The main use of Prudential Center is hockey, as the New Jersey Devils call the arena home for half of their season each year. The Devils have also had the most success in the arena, with The Rock hosting Stanley Cup Final games in 2012, when the Devils fell to the Los Angeles Kings in the league's championship series.

In basketball, Prudential Center has had an interesting history that included the NBA for an extended period of time. Before their move to Brooklyn, the Nets went by the New Jersey Nets and called the Prudential Center home. During that time the NBA Draft was held at the Prudential Center as well. The Rock has also been home to plenty of college basketball, with the Seton Hall Pirates and NJIT Highlanders playing their home games there. The Prudential Center has also hosted the Legends Classic, as well as regional action in the 2011 NCAA Tournament, where Kentucky knocked off North Carolina to get to the Final Four.

Prudential Center has seen several big fights happen under its roof, with a number of explosive UFC main events taking place there. There have been two Jon 'Bones' Jones title fights at Prudential Center, with Jones knocking out Chael Sonnen and defeating Mauricio Rua as well. Georges St. Pierre has also defended a title at Prudential Center, winning a unanimous decision over Dan Hardy at UFC 111.

In addition to the above, Prudential Center was also the home of Super Bowl media day ahead of Super Bowl XLVIII, which took place in the nearby MetLife Stadium.

When do gates open for Prudential Center events?

Depending on the venue and event, gates typically open 2-3 hours before the event start time

When do doors open?

Doors to Prudential Center typically open between 90 minutes to 2 hours before event time. This usually depends on the type of event.

What is Prudential Center’s bag policy?

Bag policies regularly change to accommodate new guidelines and protocols, and are in place to protect fans. Though it’s best to consult Prudential Center’s site for their official bag policy, there are a few general guidelines that most venues follow. For an acceptable bag, we suggest opting for small, hand-held clutches (4.5" x 6.5") rather than large purses. Clear bags are better than opaque backpacks. Medical bags or kits are usually accepted at venues like Prudential Center, but may be subject to inspection or X-ray.

What is Prudential Center's address?

Prudential Center is located at 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJ.

What can I bring into Prudential Center?

While exact rules vary from venue to venue, there are general rules as to what fans can bring into venues like Prudential Center. Even so, we recommend visiting the official Prudential Center site for exact rules on what you can and cannot bring.

Outside food is typically permitted, but cans, glass bottles, thermoses and alcoholic beverages are not. Items like camera equipment, laptops or computers, flashlights, drones, strollers and laser pointers are typically not permitted at venues like Prudential Center (alongside other items).

Where can I buy Prudential Center tickets?

You can buy Prudential Center tickets right here on SeatGeek! As the Official Ticket Marketplace for a number of teams, leagues and venues, we work hard to provide the best ticket buying experience for all fans attending Prudential Center.

You can find Prudential Center tickets to sporting events, concerts, comedy shows, Broadway shows and more on this page.

Are there hotels near Prudential Center?

You will often find a number of hotels near the venue you’re attending. For specific information on hotels, restaurants, parking garages and more around Prudential Center, we recommend checking out the official Prudential Center site.

Where can I see Prudential Center photos?

You can find Prudential Center seating charts, seat views and maps here. You can scroll through photos of seat locations to find exactly where you want to sit for your event at Prudential Center.

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