Sam Smith FAQs

Review our prohibited items list in the arena guide for more information.

Small, non-professional cameras with no external flash or detachable lenses are welcome into Climate Pledge Arena for most events.

Video recording devices, audio recording devices, GoPro cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks and cameras with telephoto or interchangeable lenses (professional photography equipment) are not permitted inside Climate Pledge Arena.

If necessary, guests are permitted to bring ONE CLEAR BAG no larger than 14″w x 14″h x 6″d in size OR small clutches/purses/wallets that do not exceed 4.5″x 6.5″ in size. 

Climate Pledge Arena does NOT provide on-site bag checking if a guest’s bag does not fit within our requirements.

Reusable (non-glass) water bottles are permitted. 
Bottles must be no larger than 32 oz and must empty upon entry, including ice.

Hydration packs such as CamelBak and Osprey are not permitted.

Public transportation options include: 
• Seattle Center Monorail
• Light Rail Train
• Numerous bus routes serve Climate Pledge Arena and Seattle Center including Metro routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 13, 24, 29, 31 and 33. Rapid Ride D Line and routes 5 and 28 serve the Center along Aurora Ave N
• Bike storage is available inside 1st Ave N Garage & on the plaza

Purchase parking ahead of time on the Seattle Kraken + Climate Pledge Arena App or purchase parking upon arrival. All-day event parking offered starting at 8AM.

Parking Garages:
• Climate Pledge Arena Underground Garage
• 1st Ave N Garage

Please Use:
• 1st Ave N on the Arena’s west side
• Republican St & Warren Ave N just north of the Arena

*Please Don’t Use: 
• 5th Ave N & Harrison St Turnaround near MoPOP
• Space Needle Turnaround
• South side of the arena

*Seattle Police will not allow access to these locations for pick-up after the show.

Beginning at 12PM on the day of the show guests with General Admission floor tickets may check in with staff at American Express® Hall ENTRY 4 located on the West Plaza to receive a numbered wristband. Only one wristband per person, guests can NOT pick up wristbands on behalf of other fans.
 
Guests who receive a numbered wristband do not have to stay in line but must arrive back by 5PM. 
 
The distribution of numbered wristbands will be limited. General Admission floor ticket holders who do not receive a numbered wristband may line up at the designated area on the West Plaza near Entry 4. 
 
Camping and the use of tents on the Climate Pledge Arena plaza are prohibited.

Camping and the use of tents on the Climate Pledge Arena plaza are prohibited. Guests who arrive before the 8AM lineup time will be asked to leave and return at 8AM.

Please keep in mind: Climate Pledge Arena is not responsible for any personal belongings left on the plaza after doors open. Any chairs, blankets, or items left on the plaza after guests enter will be cleared and not held for pick-up.  

Selling and distributing unauthorized merchandise is prohibited.

For those who choose to purchase tour merchandise before doors open, a merch trailer will open on our West Plaza at approximately 5:30PM.

Tailgating is not permitted.

No overnight parking in Climate Pledge Arena lots. Violators will be towed.

Public restrooms are located on Seattle Center at the corner of August Wilson Way & 2nd Ave N. and inside the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall, which will be open from 10AM-8PM.