Best Seats For End-Stage Concerts
The most common seating layout at Gila River Arena for concerts is an end-stage setup with the stage located near sections Section 103, Section 104 and Section 105. For many concerts there are also slight variations to the layout, which may include General Admission seats, fan pits and B-stages.
On the Floor: Sections Floor A, Floor B, Floor C and Floor D are Floor Seats, which offer some of the closest views of the performers. For many concerts, floor sections are added or removed. These performer-specific adjustments may alter the floor layout and the views from each floor section.
To the Side of the Stage: For close views of the stage with a little bit of elevation, consider seats to the side of the stage in Section 101, Section 102, Section 110 and Section 111. The view is not head-on like on the floor, but many of the seats are closer to the stage, provide better elevation and are actual stadium seats.
Head-on to the Stage: Seats directly across from the stage, like those in Section 117 and Section 223 provide the most comfortable looks of the performance. Even upper level sections offer unobstructed sitelines. Just keep in mind that you won't be able to see as much detail from these seats as you would if you sat closer to the stage.
Consider the Following When Buying Concert Tickets
Seats behind the stage are occassionally sold: Unless your main objective is to just get in the building, you'll want to completely avoid anything behind the stage - like those in/near or above sections Section 103, Section 104, Section 105 and Section 106. It's unlikely the performer will turn around to salute you - and you're more likely to be completely blocked out from seeing the show.
If you're on the shorter side (or bringing kids), consider floor seats only in the first few rows: The most common complaint amongst floor ticketholders is that they can't see the stage because of taller people in front of them. As an alternative, consider side sections near the stage that will still have you close and high enough to see.
Lower level side sections are not created equal: While the side sections closest to the stage are top-notch, side sections farther from the stage may leave you with a cramp in your neck. Sections 121 and 113 are not well-angled towards the stage - leaving you to turn your head for an ideal view. Instead, consider head-on sections in the lower level or even close side seats in the upper level like Sections 202 and 214.
Recommended Seats for Impressing a Guest
- Great views from the club level
- Exclusive club level amenities including upscale food options and private lounge access
- On the side where the Coyotes shoot twice, a better chance to see a goal for the home team
Rows A in Sections 101, 102, 103 and 104
- Glass seats located in the first row
- Row A provide access to the BMW Lounge outside the Coyotes locker room
- Ticketholders are treated to all-inclusive food and beverage, including a pre-game buffet
Rows C-G in Sections 101 and 122
- Directly behind the Coyotes and visitor benches
- Access to the BMW Lounge for rows C-G
- All-inclusive food and beverage in the BMW Lounge
Rows A in Sections 106, 107, 108 and 109
- Glass seats in the first row!
- Access to the Suite Level Club
- A cheaper alternative to all-inclusive glass seats on the east side of the arena
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Recommended Seats for Kids and Family
Sections 214 and 215
- Close to a lot of concessions on the upper level
- Makes trips to the concourse very quick and easy
- Ticket prices in the lower tier
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Recommended Seats for Partying and Socializing
- Right by a concession selling a lot of different alcohol
- Great chance to socialize and drink alcohol in the stadium
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