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SNHU Arena Bag Policy And Rules To Follow

By Salim Prajapati / 18 November 2023 07:56 AM

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SNHU Arena bag policy grants attendees to carry one bag with dimensions no larger than 9 x 12 x 4 inches. Purses and backpacks are also strictly prohibited.

If patrons need to bring their stuff within the premises, they must use a clear and see-through tote and follow the rules.

The multi-surface indoor arena, situated at the heart of Manchester in New Hampshire, first came into existence on November 15, 2001. Since then SNHU has hosted several major sports as well as concert events.

From ice hockey, basketball, boxing to pro wrestling, the arena has witnessed a wide range of sports. NBA franchise Boston Celtics use the facility to play their preseason games occasionally.

Besides, SNHU also served as the home to the American Hockey League side Manchester Monarchs from 2001 to 2019.

SNHU Arena Purse Rules

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SNHU Arena Manchester NH purse policies are:

  • Guests are allowed to bring bags with strict adherence to the 9" x 12" x 4" size limitation.
  • Totes should be clear and not exceed the dimensions mentioned, in accordance with the venue's policy.
  • Purses and backpacks are banned from being brought into SNHU Arena.
  • Small wallets are allowed, provided that it does not exceed the specified dimensions of 4" x 6" x 1".
  • Medical or diaper bags are allowed but will be searched.

Kindly take note that all bags will be inspected upon entry.

In addition, these policies are subject to change depending on the events and time. So it is suggested to check the arena's website before entering.

Prohibited Items

The items listed below are not allowed inside the SNHU Arena:

  • Outside Food or beverage (except for those having a food allergy). Contact Savor [603-644-0837] for queries related to dietary allergy.
  • Cans, bottles, coolers, or other containers of a similar nature
  • Video cameras or audio recorders. Camera policy is set by the show.
  • Selfie Sticks
  • Weapons/Firearms of any kind. Such as knives, guns, chains or clubs.
  • Off-duty law enforcement personnel are also not allowed to enter the arena with firearms.
  • Any laser products
  • Unlawful substances
  • Illegal or unauthorized items
  • Any other item that SNHU Arena officials deem inappropriate.

At no time during or after the event will items confiscated upon entry be returned to the owner.

The arena gate shall open an hour prior to the event and it is advised that guests arrive early on time to ensure their entry and find seats in a timely manner.

Moreover, other than medical emergencies it is not allowed to exit and re-enter the capacity using the same ticket.

SNHU Arena Seating Chart For Basketball Games

SNHU Arena basketball seating chart shows the four following sections:

  • Lower Level - 100s sections
  • Upper Level - 200s sections
  • Club Boxes
  • Luxury Suites

Besides the hockey game seating map is exactly similar to that of basketball. Meanwhile, concerts and other events' seating vary as per the need.

The arena's floor is on the ground on the west side of the building. The Manchester Monarchs Pro Shop used to be at the entrance.

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SNHU (Southern New Hampshire University) facility includes 540+ regular seats, 32 luxury suites, 5 big party suites, and 2 private club seats. It also has a huge public lounge above the 101-seat section.

The big hallway is on the second floor and goes all the way around the arena. You can find food stands in that hallway, except for a bar on the third floor.

When it comes to seating, there are two levels: comfy seats around three sides, and an upper section around all four sides.

Furthermore, the arena can make more room for bigger events by moving the seats, and when they set up a stage at one end, they usually do it on the eastern side.

Such seating arrangements can be seen during concerts, Boston Pops and WWE matches.

SNHU Arena Capacity

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  • Hockey - 9,852
  • Basketball - 11,140
  • End Stage - 10,050
  • Concerts - 12,000 (centerstage)

The indoor events field holds the capacity to welcome most audiences during concerts up to 12,000. Similarly, 11,140 people can attend basketball games within the arena.

SNHU Arena Upcoming 2023 Events

Here are all the confirmed SNHU Arena events:

2023

  • NOV 10 to NOV 12 - Jurassic World Live!
  • NOV 13 - Tool In Concert
  • NOV 24 - Trans-Siberian Orchestra | The Ghost of Christmas Eve
  • DEC 9 - Boston Props Holiday Concert | Unwrap The Magic
  • DEC 15 & 16 - Professional Bull Riding | Unleash The Beast
  • DEC 28 - Harlem Globetrotters | 2024 World Tour

2024

  • JAN 4 to JAN 7 - Disney on Ice | Into The Magic
  • April 6 - Ernest and Nate Smith [With Special Guest David J]

Jurassic World Live Tour 2023

Introduced first in 2019, Jurassic World Live will be coming to SNHU Arena, Manchester on November 10, 2023.

The live show event will run for three days from Friday 10th, 7 PM to the 12th, 4 PM on November. These couple of days, dinosaur fans who grew up watching Jurassic Park movies from the 1990s including the current generation admirers of the franchise can visit the SNHU Arena to attend the live tour.

The exhibit has 24 dinosaurs in it, and they belong to seven different types. In the group, there is a T-rex that's 43 feet long and weighs 8,000 pounds. You will also see the Velociraptor from Jurassic World and some Pteranodons that can grab the performers during the performance.

Ticket Prices for the Tour range from $19.00 to $104.00. You can book tickets for the show on Ticketmaster with just a click..

SNHU Arena Parking System

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SNHU Arena offers multiple parking options for guests during events. General and paid VIP parking lots are available within the facility.

VIP Parking

Reserved exclusively for VIPs, the parking oasis on Lake Ave and Chestnut Street is but a few paces from the rear access to the arena. Securing your spot in advance is as simple as navigating through Ticketmaster.

Parking is open half an hour before the entrance gate opens for your event. Upon entrance to the lot, one prepaid parking pass per vehicle will be scanned and redeemed on the event date.

City Metered Parking

Meters are conveniently available on Elm Street, Chestnut Street, Maple Avenue, and other surrounding streets. Generally, parking meters operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM but may vary depending on the specific location.

Parking Garages

Several parking garages, such as the Manchester Place Garage, Center of New Hampshire Garage, and Victory Garage, are found within close proximity of SNHU Arena. They offer varying parking fees based on both time of day and location.

Accessible Parking

Situated on Harry Theo Lane, the Accessible Parking lot offers convenient access for those visiting the Arena. The lane is nestled between Elm Street and serves as a practical entry point to these popular destinations.

Direction To SNHU Arena

  • Address: 555 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 03101
  • At a travel distance of around 0.5 miles south of Veteran's Memorial Park.