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    Allstate Arena

    About 18,500 seats · two-level bowl · Wolves hockey Oct–Apr

    The Rosemont arena by O'Hare, open since 1980 as the Rosemont Horizon and home of the Chicago Wolves since 1994.

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    Kylie Minogue "Tension Tour" at Allstate Arena (April 2, 2025)
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    Upcoming events at Allstate Arena

    Dates and live ticket listings appear here as soon as they are on sale. The guide below covers what to know before you buy.

    The Chicago Area's Big Suburban Arena

    Allstate Arena is a two-level indoor arena at 6920 North Mannheim Road in Rosemont, Illinois, near O'Hare International Airport. It is home to the Chicago Wolves of the American Hockey League and books arena concerts, family shows, pro wrestling and combat sports between hockey dates. The Village of Rosemont owns it, and its website lists an 18,500 reserved-seat capacity with 48 luxury suites.

    Capacity changes with the event. Wikipedia lists 16,692 for hockey, 17,500 for basketball and 18,200 to 22,000 for concerts, depending on stage setup and floor seating. Those figures explain the arena's niche: big enough for major tours, but smaller and easier to reach by car from the northwest suburbs than the United Center on Chicago's Near West Side.

    Two Rings of Seats Around the Floor

    The bowl has two seating levels wrapped around the floor. Fan seat-photo indexes such as A View From My Seat list the 100 level (the lower bowl) as sections 101 through 116 and the 200 level (the upper bowl) as sections 201 through 216, with suites in between. SeatGeek's photo set covers sections in the same ranges. For end-stage concerts, the floor adds numbered floor sections; A View From My Seat lists floor sections 1 through 4.

    A two-level layout has one big advantage: there is no third deck. The top of the 200 level is closer to the action than the top row of a three-tier NBA or NHL arena, which makes upper-level seats a sensible buy here rather than a last resort.

    • Sideline (hockey and basketball): the middle sections on each long side of each level.
    • Corners: the sections where the bowl turns, good for hockey because you see plays develop diagonally.
    • Ends: behind the goals in hockey, or facing or flanking the stage at concerts.

    Where to Sit for Wolves Hockey and Concerts

    Chicago Wolves games

    For hockey, the lower-level sideline sections near center ice give the full-rink view. Seats several rows up from the glass see over the boards and the bench traffic while staying close. The lower corners are often the best value in the building for hockey: they cost less than center ice and still read the play well. The 200 level is a good family option for Wolves games, with a full view of the ice from every side.

    End-stage concerts

    With the stage at one end, the floor sections closest to the stage and the lower-level side sections angled toward it are the premium seats. The lower sections directly opposite the stage give a straight-on view of the production at a lower cost than the floor. Upper sections at the far end are the value tier; the side sections nearest the stage on the 200 level are the ones to avoid if the production uses a deep set, because you see the stage from a sharp angle.

    Wrestling, fights and center-stage shows

    When the ring or stage is in the middle, every side has a front, so the first rows of the lower level on any side are strong. For wrestling with an entrance ramp, the side facing the entrance stage sees the walk-outs head-on.

    Comfort notes

    Fan reviews flag some 200-level seats, such as section 214, as tight on legroom, so taller fans may want an aisle seat upstairs.

    Taking the Blue Line, Pace or the Car

    The CTA's own guidance is to take the Blue Line (O'Hare branch) to the Rosemont station and transfer to Pace bus 221, which serves the arena. That route avoids expressway traffic and event parking, and it links to the Blue Line's downtown stops.

    Most fans drive. The arena sits near major expressways and advertises plenty of on-site parking. Parking rates vary by event and are not posted as a flat price, so check the event page before you leave. Rideshare drop-off is easy on the way in; on the way out, expect a wait while traffic clears the Mannheim Road corridor.

    Rosemont's other venues, including Parkway Bank Park, and the village's hotels are close by, which makes the area convenient for fans flying in and out of O'Hare. Visitors staying downtown should budget extra travel time on weeknights.

    Bag Rules, Cameras and the Doors

    As of October 2026, the arena's posted policy bans backpacks, totes, mid-size and large bags, and coolers. Approved bags may not exceed 12 by 12 inches. Diaper bags (with a child present) and medically necessary bags are allowed after a security search. The arena notes the policy is subject to change and that some events add restrictions, so check the event page and the venue's current policy before you go.

    • Not allowed: detachable-lens cameras, video or audio recording equipment, selfie sticks, iPads, GoPros and other action cameras, glass containers, laser pointers and weapons.
    • Doors: open one hour before an event unless the listing says otherwise.
    • Box office: open weekdays and Saturdays, per the venue site.

    Every order is backed by a 100% guarantee. For the event calendar and policies, see the Allstate Arena page on the Village of Rosemont site.

    The Wolves and the Arena's Other Tenants

    The Chicago Wolves were founded in 1994 and have played at the arena ever since. They began in the International Hockey League, joined the AHL in 2001, and have won two Turner Cups (1997–98 and 1999–2000) and three Calder Cups (2001–02, 2007–08 and 2021–22). The team's 2026–27 schedule is its 33rd season, a 72-game AHL slate with the home opener on October 10 at Allstate Arena. Games run from October into April, with playoffs after that.

    Demand peaks for the Wolves' rivalry games against the Rockford IceHogs and Milwaukee Admirals, for weekend family dates and for playoff games. Weeknight games against Central Division opponents are usually the easiest tickets to find.

    The arena has had many other tenants. DePaul men's basketball played there from 1980 to 2017, the WNBA's Chicago Sky from 2010 to 2017, Loyola from 1989 to 1994, and the arena football Chicago Rush from 2001 to 2013. Northwestern played home basketball there for the 2017–18 season.

    From the Rosemont Horizon to Allstate

    Construction began on September 12, 1978. On August 13, 1979, the unfinished roof collapsed, killing five construction workers and injuring 16 others. The building opened on May 11, 1980, as the Rosemont Horizon, designed by Anthony M. Rossi Architects. Allstate bought the naming rights on June 9, 1999, and the name has stayed since.

    The arena has hosted WrestleMania three times, in 1986, 1997 and 2006, along with UFC 90 in 2008 and NCAA tournament games. For more background, see the Allstate Arena entry on Wikipedia.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the capacity of Allstate Arena?

    The venue lists an 18,500 reserved-seat capacity with 48 suites. Wikipedia gives 16,692 for hockey, 17,500 for basketball and 18,200 to 22,000 for concerts, depending on the setup.

    How do you get to Allstate Arena on public transit?

    Take the CTA Blue Line (O'Hare branch) to Rosemont and transfer to Pace bus 221, which is the route the CTA recommends for the arena.

    What is Allstate Arena's bag policy?

    As of October 2026, backpacks, totes, mid-size and large bags and coolers are not allowed, and approved bags may be no larger than 12 by 12 inches. Diaper bags with a child and medical bags are allowed after a search.

    Who plays at Allstate Arena?

    The Chicago Wolves of the American Hockey League are the main tenant and have played there since 1994. The arena also hosts concerts, family shows, wrestling and combat sports.

    What was Allstate Arena called before?

    It opened in 1980 as the Rosemont Horizon and took the Allstate name in 1999.

    Are the upper-level seats at Allstate Arena worth it?

    Usually yes. The arena has only two seating levels, so the 200 level is closer to the floor than the top deck of a three-tier arena; center-side sections upstairs give a full view for hockey and concerts.

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