About
Colonial Life Arena is a world-class indoor arena in Columbia, SC. Host to concerts, sports, and live entertainment — plan your visit with tickets, directions, and nearby dining & hotels.
7M+
Events Hosted
291M+
Guests Welcomed
75+
Years of History
Countless
Unforgettable Moments
- Venue Type
- Indoor Arena
- Capacity
- 63,191
- Built
- 1951
- Renovated
- 1992
- Owner
- Venue Group
Upcoming Events
NOV
3
University of South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball vs. Stetson Hatters Mens Basketball
7:00 PM EST • Basketball
NOV
6
Rod Wave: Don't Look Down Tour
8:00 PM EST • Hip-Hop/Rap
NOV
8
University of South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball vs. Southeast Missouri State Mens Basketball
1:00 PM EST • Basketball
NOV
11
University of South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball vs. Saint Peter's University Men's Basketball
7:00 PM EST • Basketball
NOV
14
University of South Carolina Gamecocks Mens Basketball vs. Gardner Webb Bulldogs Mens Basketball
2:00 PM EST • Basketball
Location & Map
801 Lincoln St.
Columbia, SCGet DirectionsGetting Here
Multiple lines nearby
Frequent service
Airports
Restaurants Nearby
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Hotels Nearby
The Plaza Hotel
From $650/night
Pod Times Square
From $189/night
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
From $425/night
Things to Do Nearby
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour
Cultural Tours • 2.1 mi
Broadway Show Experience
Art & Museums • 1.8 mi
Central Park Bike Tour
Outdoor Adventures • 1.4 mi
Parking Nearby
Colonial Life Arena Official Lot
0.1 mi • $46
Pennsylvania Plaza Garage
0.2 mi • $31
Nearby Street Parking
0.4 mi • $16