Bridgestone Arena

Bridgestone Arena opened in 1996 as a major downtown sports and entertainment venue and is located on Nashville's Lower Broadway. It has been the home arena of the NHL's Nashville Predators since the team's inception in 1998 and has a seating capacity of roughly 17,000 for hockey and similar configurations for concerts. The arena regularly hosts national touring concerts, conventions, and large-scale events in addition to sporting contests. Its riverside location and large glass facade make it a prominent element of Nashville's entertainment district.