# Atlanta Hawks: State Farm Arena Game Day Guide

> Prices, parking, seating and transit for NBA games at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA. This guide covers the 2026-27 NBA Season, last updated 2026-09-01. See Provenance for which figures were independently verified.

Source: https://visityourteam.com/nba/hawks
League: NBA | Division: Southeast
Data source: Visit Your Team research, State Farm Arena official site, Hawks.com

## Venue

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Name | State Farm Arena |
| Location | Atlanta, GA |
| Capacity | 16,600 |
| Surface | Hardwood (Maple) |
| Roof | Indoor |
| Opened | 1999 |
| Coordinates | 33.7573, -84.3963 |
| Official site | https://www.statefarmarena.com |

## Game Day Cost

Cheapest realistic single-person game day at State Farm Arena: **$48** ($20 ticket + $15 parking + $7.50 food + $5.50 drink).

| Category | Lowest price |
| --- | --- |
| Ticket | $20 |
| Parking | $15 |
| Food item | $7.50 |
| Drink | $5.50 |

### Ticket tiers

| Tier | Price | Basis | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Upper Level (300-Level) | $20 | secondary-market median | Nosebleed seats with full-court view in the intimate renovated arena |
| Mezzanine (200-Level) | $60 | secondary-market median | Mid-level seats with club-area access |
| Lower Level Baseline (100-Level) | $95 | secondary-market median |  |
| Lower Level Sideline (100-Level) | $175 | secondary-market median |  |
| Courtside / Floor Seats | $650 | secondary-market median | Floor-level seats steps from the court, Atlanta's VIP experience |

### Concession prices

| Item | Category | Price |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ATL Hot Chicken Tenders | Regional | not published |
| Buffalo Cauliflower Bites | Healthy | not published |
| Cheesesteak Melt Sandwich | Classic | not published |
| Lemon Pepper Loaded Footlong | Regional | not published |
| Mediterranean Vegan Falafel | Healthy | not published |
| Smashburger | Classic | not published |
| Handspun Milkshake | Non-Alcoholic | not published |
| Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders | Classic | not published |
| Scratch-Made Pizza | Classic | not published |
| Popcorn | Snacks | not published |

## Parking

State Farm Arena is in downtown Atlanta adjacent to CNN Center and Centennial Olympic Park. MARTA rail to GWCC/CNN Center station. Same transit as Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium (neighboring venue). Garages $15-25.

| Lot | Price | Distance | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| State Farm Arena Garages | $25 | 0.1 miles | Official garages at State Farm Arena / CNN Center complex. Advance purchase recommended. |
| Downtown Atlanta Lots | $15 | 0.3-0.5 miles | Multiple lots and garages in downtown Atlanta near Centennial Olympic Park. |

### Getting here without a car

Not parking. These are transit fares, walks and drop-off points.

| Option | Cost | Distance | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| MARTA Rail | $3 | 0.2 miles from station | MARTA Vine City or GWCC/CNN Center stations, short walk to State Farm Arena. Direct from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. |

### Parking tips

- MARTA is the best option, $2.50 each way, no traffic, no parking hunt.
- Pre-purchase parking online, the Red Deck sells out for marquee matchups.
- Rideshare drop-off is on Centennial Olympic Park Drive. Expect surge wait post-game.
- If driving from the north, take I-75/85 South to the Martin Luther King Jr. Drive exit.
- Post-game, the Red Deck can take 20+ minutes to exit. The GWCC lots clear faster.


## Seating

State Farm Arena runs five named clubs and they differ in what is actually included, which is the thing to compare rather than the decor. The Sharecare Social Club covers food, wine and beer; the Concert Club covers food and top-shelf alcohol and adds a private entrance and year-round event access; Harrah's Cherokee Casinos Club is the chef-driven one; and the Delta SKY360 Club, which the arena calls the most exclusive in Atlanta, is open to Courtside Seat Holders and nobody else. The Players Club trades all of that for a sports-bar feel and a behind-the-scenes players tunnel experience.

| Section | Price range | View | Pros | Cons |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Courtside / Floor Seats | $500 - $1,800+ |  | The only tickets that open the Delta SKY360 Club; The closest seats in the arena | Floor level flattens the spacing that decides a possession |
| Delta SKY360 Club | $700 - $2,200+ | The arena's most exclusive club, attached to the courtside seats. | Premium all-inclusive food and drink for Hawks games; The arena calls it the most exclusive club in Atlanta | Open to Courtside Seat Holders ONLY — no other ticket opens it at any price; Priced with the courtside seats it attaches to |
| Concert Club | $350 - $1,000+ | A club with its own private entrance to the arena. | All-inclusive food AND top-shelf alcohol — the broadest drinks inclusion of the five clubs; A private entrance rather than the general doors; Year-round access to events at the arena, not just Hawks games | Priced as a membership; The inclusions are much of what you are paying for |
| Sharecare Social Club | $250 - $700+ | A social-first club space built around connectivity rather than fine dining. | All-inclusive food, wine and beer for Hawks games; Designed for socialising rather than sitting still | Wine and beer only — spirits are not included here, unlike the Concert Club; A social space as much as a vantage point |
| Harrah's Cherokee Casinos Club | $280 - $800+ | A chef-driven club with a high-end atmosphere. | Built around the food, with all-inclusive food and drink for Hawks games; The choice of the five if dining is the point | A dining room as much as a seat |
| Players Club | $200 - $550+ | A sports-bar-style club with access to the players tunnel. | A behind-the-scenes players tunnel experience; A sports bar atmosphere rather than a formal club | No all-inclusive food and drink stated, unlike the other four clubs; A bar rather than a sightline |
| Lower Level Sideline (100-Level) | $130 - $350 |  | The best ordinary sightline in the arena; Close to the benches and the noise | The front rows lose the near baseline |
| Lower Level Baseline (100-Level) | $70 - $200 |  | The truest angle on a jump shot | The far basket is a long way off; The near hoop stands in the way |
| Mezzanine (200-Level) | $45 - $140 | The middle ring, raised over the lower bowl with the whole court in one frame. | High enough to read the spacing of a possession | A deck removed from the lower bowl |
| Upper Level (300-Level) | $15 - $55 |  | The clearest view of how a possession is organised | As far from the floor as the building goes |

Official seat map: https://www.statefarmarena.com/events/seating-charts

## Getting There

State Farm Arena has a MARTA stop, in the arena's own words, just steps from the entrance — the SEC District Station. It is one of the shortest station-to-gate distances of any venue here, and the arena leans on it rather than publishing a driving route.

**Driving.** The arena is at 1 State Farm Drive, near the intersection of Marietta Street and Centennial Olympic Park Drive. No freeway route or exit is published on its transportation page.

**Public transit.** MARTA serves the arena directly: take the train to the SEC District Station, which the arena describes as just steps from its entrance. The page names no individual rail line or bus route, so check MARTA's own map for which line serves you.

**Rideshare.** Uber/Lyft drop-off and pickup is on Centennial Olympic Park Drive, west side of the arena. Post-game surge wait is typically 5-10 minutes. Walk a block or two away for faster pickup.

### Transit options

| Option | Price | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MARTA Rail (Dome/GWCC/Philips Arena Station) | $2.50 | Dedicated station adjacent to the arena, 2 minute walk |
| Rideshare (from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport) | $30 | Uber/Lyft, ~20 min from ATL airport via I-85 |
| Rideshare (from Midtown/Buckhead) | $15 | Uber/Lyft, ~10-15 min from Midtown or Buckhead |

## Tailgating

State Farm Arena is at 1 State Farm Drive in downtown Atlanta, near the intersection of Marietta Street and Centennial Olympic Park Drive, with a MARTA stop steps from the entrance — so most people arrive by train and there is no tailgating policy to publish. The bag rule is more permissive than most arenas but bans a whole category: nothing over 14 by 14 by 6 inches, and no backpacks or hard-sided bags at any size, though single-compartment drawstring bags and fashion backpacks under the limit are welcome. Doors vary by event; for Hawks games they typically open at 6:00 p.m. for the general public and 5:45 p.m. for season ticket members.

### Rules

- Bags larger than 14" x 14" x 6" are prohibited, including briefcases, purses and luggage.
- Backpacks and hard-sided bags of any size are prohibited. Single-compartment drawstring bags, and fashion backpacks or purses smaller than 14" x 14" x 6", are permitted.
- Door opening times vary by event. For Hawks games doors typically open at 6:00 p.m. for the general public and 5:45 p.m. for season ticket members.
- The Box Office opens on event days only, one hour prior to the event's scheduled door time.
- The arena is at 1 State Farm Drive, near the intersection of Marietta Street and Centennial Olympic Park Drive, with a MARTA stop steps from the entrance.
- Parking can be reserved in advance through ParkMobile. ADA spaces are available in all parking locations — Sapphire, Diamond Deck and Ruby Lot — on a first come, first served basis.
- The arena publishes no tailgating policy.


### Best areas

| Area | Description |
| --- | --- |
| The MARTA stop by the entrance | A MARTA station sits steps from the arena entrance, which makes the train the simplest approach into downtown Atlanta on a game night. |
| Sapphire, Diamond Deck and Ruby Lot | The arena's three parking locations, each holding a limited number of ADA spaces on a first come, first served basis. Reserving through ParkMobile in advance guarantees the space and the lower price. |
| Marietta Street and Centennial Olympic Park Drive | The downtown intersection the arena sits beside at 1 State Farm Drive, and the landmark most driving routes aim for. |

## Food & Drink

State Farm Arena's $192 million renovation transformed the food and beverage experience into one of the best in the NBA. The concourse features local Atlanta vendors, Southern comfort food staples, and craft cocktail bars. The arena emphasizes local partnerships. Expect smoked meats, peach cobbler, and Atlanta-style wings alongside classic arena fare. Outside the arena, downtown Atlanta's restaurant scene within walking distance is excellent.

### Nearby restaurants

| Name | Cuisine | Price range | Rating |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Hungry AF Downtown | Restaurant | $$ | 4.7 |
| By George restaurant and bar | Restaurant | $$ | 4.6 |
| Ray's In the City | Fine Dining Restaurant | $$ | 4.6 |
| Atlanta Breakfast Club | American Restaurant | $$ | 4.5 |
| Ted's Montana Grill | American Restaurant | $$ | 4.4 |
| No Mas! Cantina | Mexican Restaurant | $$ | 4.4 |
| Amalfi Cucina + Mercato | Italian Restaurant | $$ | 4.3 |
| Hard Rock Cafe | Restaurant | $$ | 4.1 |

## Game Day Timeline

State Farm Arena sits in the heart of downtown Atlanta, adjacent to the CNN Center and Centennial Olympic Park. The arena underwent a massive $192 million renovation in 2017-18, creating one of the most modern fan experiences in the NBA with a rooftop lounge, a barbershop, and a Hawks-themed nightclub atmosphere. The pregame scene centers on the bars and restaurants along Marietta Street and Centennial Olympic Park Drive. Plan to arrive 60-90 minutes early to explore the renovated concourse and grab Southern-inspired food.

| Time | What happens | Detail |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 hours before tip-off | Arrive in downtown Atlanta | Park at the Red or Blue decks, or take MARTA to the arena station. Explore Centennial Olympic Park and the surrounding restaurants. |
| 2 hours before tip-off | Pregame dining | Grab dinner at CNN Center food court, Stats Brewpub, or one of the Marietta Street restaurants. Southern comfort food is the move. |
| 1 hour before tip-off | Doors open | Enter the arena and explore the renovated concourse. Check out the Hawks team store and the Topgolf Lounge on the upper level. |
| 30 minutes before tip-off | Find your seat | The intimate 16,600-seat layout means every seat feels close. Settle in for player introductions and the Hawks hype video. |
| Tip-off | Game time | Hawks games have a nightclub atmosphere, DJ-driven energy, LED light shows, and one of the loudest arenas in the Southeast. Total game time is about 2-2.5 hours. |
| Halftime | Halftime break | Hit the concourse for smoked wings or BBQ nachos. The arena's food variety is among the best in the NBA after the renovation. |
| Post-game | Post-game scene | Walk to Marietta Street or Luckie Street for bars and late-night dining. Atlanta's nightlife keeps going well past midnight. |

## Lodging

| Hotel | Per night | Distance |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park | $180 | 0.1 miles |
| Signia by Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center | $180 | 0.3 miles |
| The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta | $180 | 0.5 miles |
| The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta | $180 | 0.5 miles |
| Hyatt Regency Atlanta | $180 | 0.6 miles |

## Typical Weather

| Month | High (F) | Low (F) | Precipitation |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| October | 75 | 51 | 3.6 inches |
| December | 56 | 36 | 4.2 inches |
| January | 54 | 34 | 4.3 inches |
| March | 66 | 43 | 4.5 inches |
| April | 74 | 50 | 3.6 inches |

## Verified Venue Policies

### Accessible entry

Guests can arrange assistance to their seats before a Hawks game by emailing Guest.Engagement@hawks.com or calling 404-878-3000.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- During the event, ask any arena team member for help. Wheelchair and visual-assistance escorts are available through the main Guest Service Center inside Gate 1.

Source: [State Farm Arena Accessibility](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/accessibility)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Accessible seating

Accessible seating is offered in all price ranges with companion seats available within the event's public ticket limit.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Guests holding non-accessible tickets can request a same-day exchange at the event-day Box Office by Gate 2, subject to availability and any surcharge.

Source: [State Farm Arena Accessibility](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/accessibility)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Alcohol sales cutoff

Alcohol sales stop at the beginning of the fourth quarter for Hawks games, or earlier at arena management's discretion.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Purchases are limited to two drinks per valid ID per transaction. Alcohol obtained in a premium area after cutoff cannot leave the club for the seating bowl.

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Assistive listening

Assistive-listening devices are free at the main Guest Service Center inside Gate 1; a driver's license or credit card is held until return.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Five OneCourt tactile-broadcast devices are also available first come, first served at each Hawks home game or by advance online request. Request an ASL interpreter at least 30 days ahead.

Source: [State Farm Arena Accessibility](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/accessibility)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Bag policy

Bags must be no larger than 14 x 14 x 6 inches and are screened; single-compartment drawstring bags and qualifying purses or fashion backpacks are allowed, while standard backpacks and hard-sided bags are prohibited.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Bag rules can change by game. The general arena policy exempts screened medical and child-care bags from the size limit, but a current Hawks event listing includes oversized diaper bags among prohibited bags, so confirm the listing for your game or call 404-878-3000.

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Bag storage

A fee-based bag valet for noncompliant bags is outside Gate 2 on Centennial Olympic Park Drive, and items must be collected the same day.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- The policy page inconsistently says the valet opens either 90 minutes or two hours before the event; both versions say it remains open until one hour after the event ends.

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Tickets for children

A child younger than 2 may enter without a ticket when seated on a parent or guardian's lap; every guest age 2 or older needs a ticket.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Family restrooms

Family restrooms are on the 100 and 200 concourses, and each has a baby-changing station.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Baby-changing stations are also available in some other public restrooms.

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### First aid

First Aid is inside Gate 1 across from Section 121 and on the 200 Level across from Section 221.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- For medical help, notify the closest staff member or text 404-878-3030 with the request.

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Gate opening

Hawks game gates open 60 minutes before tipoff; Hawks Members may enter 75 minutes before tipoff.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Gate 6 is not used for Hawks games. Gate 7 provides a CLEAR lane for guests using the CLEAR app.

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Guest services

Guest Services is inside Gate 1, inside Gate 5, and across from Section 211 on the 200 Level.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- The centers provide accessibility escorts and devices, directions, lost-and-found help, and a meeting point for separated guests. Call 404-878-3000 before the event.

Source: [State Farm Arena Accessibility](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/accessibility)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Mobile tickets

Hawks tickets are mobile-only and must be opened in the Hawks + State Farm Arena app, the Ticketmaster app, or a phone's digital wallet.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- The entry barcode cannot be scanned from a mobile browser, although the browser can be used to add a ticket to the digital wallet before arrival.

Source: [Atlanta Hawks Managing Mobile Tickets](https://www.nba.com/hawks/managetickets)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Nursing and lactation

The Mother's Room/Nursing Room is inside Gate 1 next to the main Guest Service Center.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Parents may bring plastic bottles of formula or milk into the arena.

Source: [State Farm Arena Accessibility](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/accessibility)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Outside food and drink

Outside food and drinks are prohibited except plastic bottles of formula or milk for small children and medically necessary snacks approved in advance.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Call 404-878-3000 before the game to seek approval for a medically necessary snack. Reusable water bottles are prohibited.

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Parking payments

Pre-purchase Hawks parking through ParkMobile to guarantee a space and receive the venue's lowest published price.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Official arena parking includes State Farm Drive, Diamond Deck, Sapphire Deck, and Ruby Lot. The venue does not publish cash or card acceptance for drive-up parking.

Source: [State Farm Arena Transportation](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/transportation)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Prohibited items

Prohibited items include weapons, aerosols, oversized or hard-sided bags, standard backpacks, outside food or drinks, reusable bottles, noisemakers, illegal drugs, lighters, vapes, fireworks, projectiles, lasers, optical-illusion items, detachable-lens cameras, tripods, and selfie sticks.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Tablets are allowed at Hawks games, but laptops require advance approval. Management may reject other items, and event-specific rules can differ.

Source: [State Farm Arena Prohibited Items](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/prohibited-items)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Re-entry

State Farm Arena does not permit re-entry after a guest exits.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Sensory services

State Farm Arena has a Sensory Room and offers sensory bags and weighted lap pads at no charge from Guest Services inside Gate 1.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Sensory bags include a KCVIP badge, fidget tools, and noise-canceling headphones. Leave an ID during checkout and call 404-878-3000 with advance questions.

Source: [State Farm Arena Accessibility](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/accessibility)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Service animals

Leashed service animals are welcome at State Farm Arena.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Call Guest Services at 404-878-3000 before the game if assistance is needed; the public page does not list a relief area.

Source: [State Farm Arena Accessibility](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/accessibility)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Smoking and vaping

Smoking, vaping, e-cigarettes, and vaporizers are prohibited everywhere on State Farm Arena property, with no designated smoking area.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- Guests who leave to smoke cannot re-enter.

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

### Venue payments

State Farm Arena is cashless; ticket, food and beverage, and retail locations require card payment and support contactless tap-to-pay.

Applies to: Atlanta Hawks games

- No cash payments are accepted. The policy page lists ATMs but does not publish a cash-to-card conversion service.

Source: [State Farm Arena Policies & FAQs](https://www.statefarmarena.com/plan-your-visit/policies)
Checked: 2026-08-30

## Provenance

- Season: 2026-27 NBA Season
- Last updated: 2026-09-01
- Independently verified: concession menu, drink prices, food prices, game day timeline, getting there, lodging, nearby restaurants, parking guidance, pregame, seating, transit, value menu, venue facts, venue policies, weather
- Recorded but not independently verified: parking prices, ticket prices
- Canonical page: https://visityourteam.com/nba/hawks
- Prices are researched per venue and represent typical published rates, not live market pricing.