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SAP Center

San Jose, CA · US

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Bag Policy

Bag Policy

SAP Center allows bags up to 20” x 14” x 11” in size, with smaller bags recommended for quicker entry. All bags larger than 5” x 9” x 2” are subject to X-Ray inspection.

Verified 2026-08-20
Parking

Parking

There are over 3,000 parking spaces within a 1/3-mile radius of the SAP Center. Approximately 1,500 spaces are available on-site, with entry from Santa Clara Street or Julian Street. Prepaid parking is available for San Jose Shark Season ticket holders.

Verified 2026-08-20
Rideshare

Rideshare

A dedicated rideshare zone was not confirmed in SAP Center's current published guidance. Follow the event page and your rideshare app on show day, and use only signed pickup or drop-off areas.

Verified 2026-08-20
Concessions

Concessions

SAP Center introduces new food concepts and menu items for the 2019-20 season, featuring a mix of local brands and fan favorites. Highlights include Smoking Pig BBQ, Sushi Confidential, and unique offerings like Poke Tacos and Dole Whip.

Verified 2026-08-20
Accessibility

Accessibility

Accessible public payphones and courtesy house phones are available inside the South Entrance, near the exit doors at Section 110, and on the exterior of the building facing Autumn Street. For information on wheelchairs and mobility devices, please see the wheelchairs and mobility devices section below.

Verified 2026-08-20
Re-Entry

Re-Entry Policy

A venue-wide re-entry rule was not confirmed in SAP Center's current published guidance. Treat exit as final unless event staff explicitly confirms re-entry before you leave.

Verified 2026-08-20
Ticket Pickup

Box Office & Ticket Pickup

The Ticket Office is open only on event days, two hours before the start of each event. The Ticket Office at SAP Center is located in the southeast corner of SAP Center at San Jose.

Verified 2026-08-20
Entrances & Gates

Gates & Entrances

For Friday afternoon games, Saturdays, Sundays, and holiday games, doors open 90 minutes before the start of the game for Sharks 365 members and 75 minutes prior for non-members. For San Jose Sharks week day games, doors open 75 minutes before the start of the game for Sharks 365 members and 60 minutes prior to the start of the game for non-members.

Verified 2026-08-20

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