PPG Paints Arena
State-of-the-art 18,300-seat multi-purpose indoor arena in Uptown Pittsburgh, home of the Pittsburgh Penguins and premier concert destination.
PPG Paints Arena represents a major public investment in Pittsburgh’s sports and entertainment infrastructure. Constructed to replace the historic Civic Arena, the venue serves as the anchor for Uptown redevelopment and Lower Hill urban revitalization.
SEA Authority & Capital Preservation
The SEA owns the physical facility and property, maintaining oversight of long-term capital repair funds established through revenue bonds and facility fees.
SEA Public Ownership & Stewardship
SEA holds public title to the arena and land. Leased to Pittsburgh Arena Real Estate Redevelopment LP (Pittsburgh Penguins), with SEA overseeing capital maintenance funds.
- Public Title & Land Ownership
- Capital Repair Fund Administration
- Infrastructure Improvements
- Long-Term Lease Compliance
Accessibility Standards
Exceeds ADA guidelines with accessible seating on all concourses, listening devices, sensory bags, and accessible drop-off at Centre Avenue.
Parking Infrastructure
280-space underground parking garage plus adjacent surface parking lots in Lower Hill District managed in partnership with Pittsburgh Penguins.
Getting There & Location
1001 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Asset Snapshot
- Asset Type
- Sports
- Location Address
- 1001 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
- Public Owner
- Sports & Exhibition Authority
- Facility Operator
- Oak View Group / Pittsburgh Penguins
- Year Opened
- 2010
- Capacity
- 18,387 hockey / 19,000 concerts