About
Lakefront Arena is a world-class indoor arena in New Orleans, LA. Host to concerts, sports, and live entertainment — plan your visit with tickets, directions, and nearby dining & hotels.
5M+
Events Hosted
313M+
Guests Welcomed
53+
Years of History
Countless
Unforgettable Moments
- Venue Type
- Indoor Arena
- Capacity
- 69,813
- Built
- 1973
- Renovated
- 2006
- Owner
- Venue Group
Upcoming Events
OCT
27
Johnny Blue Skies & the Dark Clouds - Mutiny for the Masses 2026 Tour
8:00 PM CDT • Rock
OCT
30
WIDESPREAD PANIC FRIDAY
8:00 PM CDT • Rock
OCT
31
WIDESPREAD PANIC SATURDAY
8:00 PM CDT • Rock
JAN
10
Harlem Globetrotters: Rivalry Tour Presented By Sprite
3:00 PM CST • Family
JAN
10
Ultimate Fan Pass: 30-min Exclusive On-Court Access from 1:30PM-2:00PM
3:00 PM CST • Miscellaneous
Location & Map
6801 Franklin Ave
New Orleans, LAGet 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
Lakefront Arena Official Lot
0.1 mi • $48
Pennsylvania Plaza Garage
0.2 mi • $38
Nearby Street Parking
0.4 mi • $18