About
Fifth Third Arena At Shoemaker Center is a world-class indoor arena in Cincinnati, OH. Host to concerts, sports, and live entertainment — plan your visit with tickets, directions, and nearby dining & hotels.
7M+
Events Hosted
142M+
Guests Welcomed
64+
Years of History
Countless
Unforgettable Moments
- Venue Type
- Indoor Arena
- Capacity
- 78,242
- Built
- 1962
- Renovated
- 1994
- Owner
- Venue Group
Upcoming Events
OCT
22
Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball vs. Kansas State University Volleyball
6:30 PM EDT • Volleyball
OCT
25
Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball vs. University of Arizona Wildcats Women's Volleyball
12:00 PM EDT • Volleyball
OCT
27
Cincinnati Bearcats Mens Basketball vs Oakland University (Exhibition)
7:00 PM EDT • Basketball
NOV
1
Cincinnati Bearcats Women's Volleyball vs. West Virginia University Volleyball
1:00 PM EST • Volleyball
NOV
2
Cincinnati Bearcats Mens Basketball vs. American University Eagles Mens Basketball
7:00 PM EST • Basketball
Location & Map
2700 O'Varsity Way
Cincinnati, OHGet DirectionsGetting Here
Multiple lines nearby
Frequent service
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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
Fifth Third Arena At Shoemaker Center Official Lot
0.1 mi • $37
Pennsylvania Plaza Garage
0.2 mi • $37
Nearby Street Parking
0.4 mi • $17