Venue guide

Golden 1 Center

Golden 1 Center is an arena in Sacramento, CA.

Venue info

Checked against Golden 1 Center’s official sources. Tap a section to open it.

Bag policy

Checked Aug 20, 2026

For the Ariana Grande concert on May 3, 2019, Golden 1 Center requires all bags to be 100% clear and not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”. Cameras and recording devices are not permitted.

Allowed

  • clear plastic bags
  • clear vinyl bags
  • clear PVC bags
  • one-gallon resealable clear freezer bags

Not allowed

  • cameras
  • recording devices

Entrances and doors

Checked Aug 20, 2026

For Sacramento Kings games, doors open 1.5 hours prior to tip-off.

Parking

Checked Nov 11, 2026

Buy a pre-paid city garage pass through SacPark. Garages open 2 hours before the event.

Rideshare

Checked Oct 21, 2026

Accessible pickup and drop-off is available at 4th and J Streets, 6th and J Streets, or 7th and K Streets. At 6th and J, enter the one-way alley after the Scientology building.

Accessibility

Checked Aug 20, 2026

The Golden 1 Center is pleased to offer complimentary Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) to guests with visual impairments & hearing difficulties.

Food and drink

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Golden 1 Center offers diverse food options with a focus on local sourcing. Highlights include modern German bites, wood-fired pizza, and Mediterranean flavors, showcasing Sacramento's culinary scene.

Re-entry

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Golden 1 Center has a “no re-entry” policy during events. Guests who wish to return a prohibited item to their vehicle, or need to exit and re-enter due to personal emergencies, must first make contact with a Security Supervisor or Manager via Guest Services Stations to make necessary arrangements.

Tickets and will call

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Will Call: Will Call tickets may be picked up on the day of an event or Kings game at the Golden 1 Center Box Office only. Will Call tickets may be picked up on the day of the event at the Box Office only.

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