Section 218 at American Airlines Center

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section 218, row a seat view for concert - american airlines center — Concert Seat View From Section 218, Row A

section 218, row c seat view for hockey - american airlines center — Hockey Seat View From Section 218, Row C

section 218, row a seat view for basketball - american airlines center — Basketball Seat View From Section 218, Row A

Section Insights

Top Pick for Impressing a GuestRows A-F
Center Court View
Center Ice View
Platinum Club
Rows A-H

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What It's Like to Sit in Section 218

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Row Numbers

Rows in Section 218 are labeled A-H
An entrance to this section is located at Row E
When looking towards the court/ice/stage, lower number seats are on the right

RYS Expert Reviews

Platinum Club

(2026 Review) - Second-Tier Location: The Platinum Level sits on the second tier at American Airlines Center, with an ideal viewing height above the action. Upscale Concourse: Access to a dedicated Platinum concourse with premium restaurants and bars, plus the Yuengling FLIGHT Club. In-Seat Service (Mavs and Stars Games): In-seat wait service brings food and drink right to your seat during games — note this is not typically available for concerts. Smaller Sections: The largest sections hold only 8 rows, keeping the level less congested and more comfortable. Platinum Preferred: Sections 208-211 and 216-219 offer the best sightlines to the court, rink, or stage. Who Should Sit Here The Platinum Club is for fans who want an upscale, low-hassle night out at American Airlines Center without giving up a great vantage point. The elevated second-tier height and intimate seating make it a strong pick for those who value comfort and service as much as the game itself. Platinum Club Seating Details The Platinum Level is the second tier of seating at American Airlines Center, wrapped by its own dedicated upscale concourse. Sections here are kept small — the largest have only 8 rows — for a more comfortable, less crowded experience. Sections 208-211 and 216-219 are designated Platinum Preferred. Views from the Platinum Club The second-tier height gives an ideal viewing angle across the venue. The Platinum Preferred sections (208-211 and 216-219) have the standout sightlines: for sporting events, these sideline locations paired with the elevated height make for excellent views, and for concerts they sit closest to the stage with clear sightlines. What's Included (Mavs and Stars Games) Access to the Yuengling FLIGHT Club In-seat mobile ordering In-seat wait service during sporting events (not typically available for concerts) Dedicated upscale concourse with premium restaurants and bars

Seating Notes

For basketball games, we recommend rows A-F for impressing a guest
For basketball games, desirable view from near center court
Views from near center ice for hockey games
Premium seating area as part of the Platinum Club

Fan Reviews

★★★★★

Great view of the ice!

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Seating and Ticket Q&A

Is it better to sit close to the glass or in the first row of the platinum level?

Much of this has to do with personal preference and what is more desirable to you as a fan. Below are some of the pros and cons to each option and from there you can hopefully weigh which traits of the seats are most important to you.

Lower level sections of course are very close to the ice and the action. These seats are extremely exciting to see the players and appreciate the speed of the game. Details are so easy to come by such as facial expressions, players communicating, and the sounds of the skates on the ice. The downside of these seats is that in some sections (especially as you move closer to the corners) it can be difficult to see portions of the ice. This happens because the angle on the glass creates a blurred effect making it hard to see. Many fans will compensate for this by watching the jumbotron when the play is in this part of the ice. The good thing about hockey is that the game goes back and forth a lot, so the players are never out of view for too long. We typically suggest that hockey fans should always sit in close seats like these at least once just for the experience alone.

Platinum seats will offer some of the best views to watch the entire game. Unlike the seats in row 5, no matter where you sit on the platinum level the entire ice surface will be in view. This makes for a very comfortable experience to watch a game which gets even better with in-seat wait service so you never have to leave to get food or beverage. Of course you won't have the thrill of being just a few feet away from the players, but many people also like to be set back a bit more to take everything in.

Do all middle level seats have access to Platinum Level bars and restaurants?

Platinum Level Access

According to the American Airlines Center, Sections 201-225 are all considered a part of the Platinum Level, and will give you access to all the Platinum Level bars and restaurants.

Choosing Concert Seats on the Platinum Level

Among these sections, Sections 208 and 219 provide some of the best views for end-stage concerts. Meanwhile, Sections 201-206 and 221-225 should be avoided due to their location behind the stage.