Scotiabank Arena
Scotiabank Arena, known as “ACC”, is a basketball arena in Toronto, Ontario, home of the Toronto Raptors (NBA, Eastern Conference). It opened in 1999, making it 27 years old in 2026 and seats 19,800 for basketball. That makes it the 6th-largest arena in NBA.
Its record crowd is 19,285 for a PWHL game (Feb 16, 2024), the most-attended women's hockey game ever.
Arena facts
- Location
- Toronto, Ontario
- Home of
- Toronto Raptors
- Conference
- NBA · Eastern Conference · Atlantic Division
- Opened
- 1999
- Capacity
- 19,800
- Nickname
- ACC
- Former names
- Air Canada Centre (1999–2018)
- Record crowd
- 19,285 for a PWHL game (Feb 16, 2024), the most-attended women's hockey game ever
- Also home to
- Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL)
Toronto Tempo (WNBA, from 2026)
Toronto Sceptres (PWHL, occasional) - Size rank in NBA
- 6th of 30
Famous games at Scotiabank Arena
- Feb. 21, 1999: The Raptors played their first game in the building, then the Air Canada Centre, beating the Vancouver Grizzlies 102-87 before a sellout crowd.
- Feb. 14, 2016: The first NBA All-Star Game held outside the United States ended West 196, East 173, a record total, with Russell Westbrook as MVP.
- May 12, 2019: Kawhi Leonard's four-bounce buzzer-beater in Game 7 beat Philadelphia 92-90 and sent Toronto to the conference finals.
- May 30, 2019: In the first NBA Finals game played in Canada, Pascal Siakam scored 32 as the Raptors beat Golden State 118-109.
- June 10, 2019: Golden State held off Toronto 106-105 in Finals Game 5, a night Kevin Durant ruptured his Achilles and Kyle Lowry's last shot fell short.
Game night
Getting there. Connected to Union Station (TTC subway, GO Transit, VIA Rail) and the PATH walkway.
Parking. Two underground levels hold 212 vehicles.
Seating & views at Scotiabank Arena
Scotiabank Arena holds 19,800 for basketball. The 100 Level lower bowl is the only tier with in-seat food and drink service, ScotiaClub mezzanine rows sit just above it, the 200 Level holds the Mastercard Executive Suites, and the 300 Level upper bowl is the cheapest seated option. Suites and clubs fill the 400 and 500 levels. A multi-year renovation of more than $350 million has reworked concourses, suites and a new 500 Level Loge Club.
Parking & tailgating at Scotiabank Arena
The arena connects indoors to Union Station, served by TTC Line 1, GO Transit, UP Express and VIA Rail, and to the PATH walkway through the Galleria, so most fans never drive. The public garage at 15 York Street beneath Maple Leaf Square is open 24/7 with indoor access; the arena suggests pre-booking it through SpotHero. The arena's own two underground levels are small, cashless and mainly for suite holders and tenants.
Plan your trip to Scotiabank Arena
Arenas near Scotiabank Arena10
- 1WNBACoca-Cola Coliseum — Toronto Tempo same city
- 2G LeagueParamount Fine Foods Centre — Raptors 905 14 mi
- 3D-IGallagher Center — Niagara Purple Eagles 39 mi
- 4D-IKoessler Athletic Center — Canisius Golden Griffins 62 mi
- 5D-IAlumni Arena — Buffalo Bulls 62 mi
- 6D-IMercyhurst Athletic Center — Mercyhurst Lakers 111 mi
- 7D-IReilly Center — St. Bonaventure Bonnies 119 mi
- 8D-IJMA Wireless Dome — Syracuse Orange 168 mi
- 9D-ILe Moyne Events Center — Le Moyne Dolphins 168 mi
- 10D-INewman Arena — Cornell Big Red 169 mi
Questions about Scotiabank Arena
Where do the Toronto Raptors play home games?
The Toronto Raptors play at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Ontario.
How many people does Scotiabank Arena hold?
Scotiabank Arena seats 19,800 for basketball.
When did Scotiabank Arena open?
Scotiabank Arena opened in 1999.
What is Scotiabank Arena’s nickname?
Scotiabank Arena is known as “ACC.”
What is the attendance record at Scotiabank Arena?
The record crowd at Scotiabank Arena is 19,285 for a PWHL game (Feb 16, 2024), the most-attended women's hockey game ever.
Where do I park for games at Scotiabank Arena?
Two underground levels hold 212 vehicles.
What other arenas are near Scotiabank Arena?
Gallagher Center in Lewiston is about 39 miles away. See the full list of nearby arenas on this page.
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