Huntington Center

Huntington Center is a modern multipurpose arena in downtown Toledo, opened in 2009 and designed to host sporting events, concerts and other large-scale entertainment. Covering approximately 266,000 square feet, the venue combines contemporary design with LEED-certified features, while its seating layout can be adapted to different event formats. Hockey configurations accommodate around 7,400 spectators, while concerts can use several stage and floor arrangements.

Inside, the arena is designed to provide clear sightlines and an engaging event atmosphere, supported by modern video displays, club areas, private suites and multiple concession stands throughout the building. The compact seating bowl keeps spectators relatively close to the ice, arena floor or stage, helping create an energetic environment for both sports and live performances. Accessible seating is also available in different areas depending on the event configuration.

The arena is located at 500 Jefferson Ave, Toledo, United States, in the city center. Visitors arriving by car can use public parking garages and lots in the surrounding downtown area, while the entrance and box office are positioned along Jefferson Avenue. For broader transportation options and getting around Toledo, see the city information further down the page.

Toledo, an Ohio city known as the “Glass City,” is an appealing destination for visitors who want to combine their trip with sporting events, concerts and other forms of entertainment. Much of the city's activity is concentrated downtown, where sports and entertainment venues such as the Huntington Center and Fifth Third Field are located alongside restaurants, bars and other places suitable for spending time before or after an event. The relatively compact downtown area makes it easy to combine an event with sightseeing, while a variety of accommodation options allows visitors to choose between hotels in downtown Toledo and properties in other parts of the city.

Getting around the city is made easier by TARTA (Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority), whose bus routes connect downtown with different parts of Toledo, with the TARTA Transit Hub on North Huron Street serving as the main hub. Travelers arriving by rail use Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza, the city's main Amtrak station and an intermodal transportation terminal close to downtown. For air travel, Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport is available west of the city. Toledo's road network and its position along major transportation corridors also make it convenient to reach downtown, sports facilities and venues for concerts and other events by car.

Before or after an event, it is worth exploring the Maumee River waterfront, which runs alongside downtown and forms one of the city's most recognizable landscapes. Promenade Park and other developed spaces along the river provide opportunities for a walk with views of the city skyline, while the Toledo Museum of Art is one of the city's best-known cultural attractions. Nearby is the historic Old West End, a neighborhood known for its large collection of Victorian and other historic architecture. The combination of events, art, architecture and the riverfront makes Toledo a convenient city for visitors who want to combine a ticketed event with a broader urban experience.