St. Pete Times Forum

The St. Pete Times Forum, located at 401 Channelside Drive, Tampa, Florida, is an indoor arena situated in the downtown area of Tampa, which has a population of approximately 400,000 people. The venue has a seating capacity of around 19,500 for concerts and approximately 18,600 for basketball games. It serves as a multi-purpose facility, hosting a variety of events including professional basketball, ice hockey, concerts, wrestling, and other entertainment events.

The arena is the home venue for the Tampa Bay Lightning, a professional ice hockey team in the National Hockey League (NHL). The proximity of the venue to the Port of Tampa and various transportation infrastructures, such as highways and public transit, facilitates access for visitors and event attendees.

In recent developments, the surrounding area has undergone various improvements, including enhancements to public transportation options and the promotion of the venue as a central hub for entertainment, contributing to Tampa’s economic role as a tourism destination. The arena also plays a part in the local community by hosting events that attract both residents and visitors.

The St. Pete Times Forum has a dedicated Wikipedia entry, which can be found at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tampa_Bay_Convention_Center. The facility is also known as the Amalie Arena, and further details can be accessed through its alternate Wikipedia page at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amalie_Arena.