Spectrum Center is an arena in uptown Charlotte, North Carolina, and the home court of the NBA's Charlotte Hornets. Its downtown setting makes it one of the easiest venues in the city to reach on foot once you are in the center.
What to expect
Basketball is the arena's main draw, and a Hornets game gives visitors a lively evening in the crowd. The building also hosts major concerts and family shows, so the programme can vary widely from one visit to the next. Check the event listed for your date before you plan, since the atmosphere depends greatly on what is taking place.
The area around it
Because the arena sits in the heart of uptown, a visit fits neatly into a wider evening out. Restaurants, bars and hotels are all within a short walk, so you can eat before or after the event without needing a car.
- Go for a game or a concert and make a night of it in uptown.
- Plan a meal or drink nearby, which is simple given the surrounding streets.
- Stay in a downtown hotel if you want to avoid long journeys home.
For visitors who want a central, energetic stop in Charlotte, Spectrum Center offers a straightforward choice: a big-arena event, a short walk to the city's dining and nightlife, and an easy return to your base in the Queen City.