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Amerant Bank Arena

A suburban South Florida arena with intense Panthers crowds and nearby Sawgrass shopping, but limited rail access and… Read more

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Reviewed 8.8.26

Bags & entry
Official bag & entry policy (opens in a new tab)Bags up to 12 × 12 inches are permitted and need not be clear. Bags up to 4 × 6 inches use standard screening; larger permitted bags use dedicated X-ray lines. Medical, diaper and breast-pump bags are screened exceptions. Coolers and hard-sided bags are prohibited.
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Small clutch / wallet

Small clutch / wallet

smaller than4 × 6 × 1.5 in

4 in6 in1.5 in

Most bags are restricted; the small clutch or wallet shown is generally permitted.

All permitted bags remain subject to venue security screening.

Individual events may use stricter or different rules. Recheck the official policy before leaving.

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Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)Prepay an official space, note the assigned entrance, and consider the exit direction before choosing where to park.
Arrive
About 60-75 minutes early; at least 90 minutes for a playoff game or sold-out concert
Exact location
1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise, FL 33323Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
Broward County Transit routes serve the Sawgrass area, but schedules and stop walks require advance checking; driving and rideshare remain common.
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MerchPantherland in the main lobby
  • Pantherland is in the main lobby on the Plaza Level.
  • For Panthers home games it opens one hour before the game and remains open after the final horn.
  • Game-used and authenticated merchandise is available at Inside the Boards near Section 122.
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Exterior view of Amerant Bank Arena before a Florida Panthers game.
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Florida Panthers
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Venue details
Venue typeArena
Capacity20,737published capacity
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1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise, FL 33323

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Bags up to 12 × 12 inches are permitted and need not be clear. Bags up to 4 × 6 inches use standard screening; larger permitted bags use dedicated X-ray lines. Medical, diaper and breast-pump bags are screened exceptions. Coolers and hard-sided bags are prohibited.

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Destination: Amerant Bank Arena, 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise, FL 33323. About 60-75 minutes early; at least 90 minutes for a playoff game or sold-out concert. Broward County Transit routes serve the Sawgrass area, but schedules and stop walks require advance checking; driving and rideshare remain common. Prepay an official space, note the assigned entrance, and consider the exit direction before choosing where to park.

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One unopened plastic water bottle per guest is permitted; the reviewed page does not state a size limit. Metal bottles/cups are prohibited. Empty reusable-bottle permission and refill locations were not established, so confirm those separately.

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  • Accepted payment methods, including any difference between parking, box office and concessions.
Official Amerant Bank Arena visitor policies (opens in a new tab)

Broward County Transit routes serve the Sawgrass area, but schedules and stop walks require advance checking; driving and rideshare remain common. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Real photos from the seats

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Plan your visit

Arrival and logisticsBefore you goTransit, parking, timing and entry details

Need to Know

Best for
A high-energy hockey crowd and an event day that can pair with the Sawgrass area
Watch out for
Car-heavy access, event parking prices, long walks in heat or rain, bag restrictions, and congested postgame roads
Good arrival window
About 60-75 minutes early; at least 90 minutes for a playoff game or sold-out concert
Main transit note
Broward County Transit routes serve the Sawgrass area, but schedules and stop walks require advance checking; driving and rideshare remain common.
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Parking At A Glance

Parking difficulty

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High

What to do
Prepay an official space, note the assigned entrance, and consider the exit direction before choosing where to park.
Best option
An official prepaid lot with the approach saved before arrival
Avoid
Relying on informal mall parking or joining the Panther Parkway queue close to puck drop
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Fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Seats and atmosphereChoose your experienceSightlines, supporter sections, crowd flow and event-day character

Inside the Venue At A Glance

01

Positive

Hockey atmosphere has grown

Meaningful Panthers games can be loud and committed. Energy still varies with opponent, stakes, and seat location.

02

Positive

Sawgrass pairing

Nearby dining and shopping can support an earlier arrival. Follow official arena parking rules rather than assuming adjacent lots are interchangeable.

03

Mixed

Suburban exit queues

Official maps organize several approaches, while vehicle departures can move slowly after sellouts. A post-event pause can be less stressful than leaving immediately.

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Fit and tradeoffsWhat to expectThe practical strengths and the details that could change your choice

Why it works

  • ✓Competitive Panthers games can produce a loud, celebratory crowd.
  • ✓The modern bowl offers generally clear hockey sightlines.
  • ✓Sawgrass-area restaurants provide many pre-event options.
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Know before you book

  • ×The location is inconvenient without a car.
  • ×Parking fees and post-event traffic add cost and time.
  • ×Long outdoor walks can be uncomfortable in South Florida weather.
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Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 8.8.26

Arrive early enough to use the Sawgrass district, prepay parking, and plan for a slow vehicle departure after a full house.

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