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Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum

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Nassau Coliseum offers basketball, concerts and ring events with distinct floor layouts. Compare five owner-published charts and real arena views, check the strict A–Z bag policy, and plan event-specific parking and Gate 20 drop-off.

Exterior of Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum following its 2017 renovation.
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Exterior of Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum following its 2017 renovation.

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Event-day answers for Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum

FanProof verdictFor Nassau Coliseum, ordinary bags are prohibited; clutches up to 4.5 × 6.5 inches and baby bags are allowed. Arrange medical or accessibility needs with Guest Services. Parking normally opens two hours before event doors, and prepaid passes use express lanes—door time is separate from showtime.

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Getting inBag size checker · Full entry policy

Bags & entry

The current A–Z guide prohibits ordinary bags, backpacks and purses; a small clutch up to 4.5 × 6.5 inches is allowed. Its separate prohibited-items page still lists a larger 14 × 14 × 6-inch threshold, so do not rely on that larger allowance. Contact Guest Services in advance for ADA/medical needs; the A–Z guide separately permits baby bags, plastic baby bottles and formula.

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Published bag sizes

Small clutch / wallet

up to4.5 × 6.5 in

6.5 in4.5 in

Depth not listed by source.

The A–Z guide prohibits ordinary bags except clutches up to 4.5 × 6.5 inches, while another owner page retains a larger bag threshold.

Compare the size with the bag category above; security also applies the listed material and style restrictions.

Event-specific entry instructions take precedence.

Drawings are not to scale or an orientation guide. Check every side against the venue’s listed measurements.

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Will my bag fit?

Pick a bag to compare it with Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum's published limit.

Dimensions only: bag type, contents, material and screening rules still apply. Preset sizes are typical, not your exact bag. Security staff make the final call at the gate.

Box office

Check the official source for box-office hours and location for your event.

Events, tickets & arrival timeline

Your event day

Travel time
  1. 5:45 PM
    Leave30 minutes to get there, then into the gates by your arrival time.
  2. 6:15 PMArrivePlanning estimate: 45 minutes before start. Check your ticket for doors and check-in times.
  3. 7:00 PMStartListed start time. Doors usually open earlier; check your ticket.
  4. AfterGetting homeCheck your ride or last train home

Times are in the venue's local time.

Home teams
Long Island Nets
Upcoming Events

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Venue details
Venue typeArena
CapacityNot publishedno reliable fixed total in the reviewed venue record; event configuration may vary
Getting thereArrival timing, parking, transit and getting home
Localtime

When to arrive

Doors usually open one hour before the event, but your event notice controls. The box office operates on event days only and normally opens one hour before scheduled doors, not one hour before showtime; it closes about one hour before the estimated event end. Resolve ticket issues early.

Transit & the journey home

Use 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY 11553. The designated drop-off/pick-up zone is the semi-circle outside Gate 20. Parking lots normally open two hours before doors; check event instructions for changes and allow time for screening and the walk to your actual entrance.

Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Parking

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Parking At A Glance

Parking difficulty

Not published

What to do
Parking prices vary by event, and the A–Z guide says on-site prices rise compared with advance purchase. Buy a pass through your event’s Ticketmaster link when offered and present it at entry. The dedicated parking page says cash or credit, but the A–Z guide says debit/credit only; bring a card and confirm current event rules.
Best option
Advance parking has designated express lanes. Accessible spaces require a Nassau Coliseum parking pass and valid state-issued accessible permit or plate, at that event’s general-admission parking price. Public ramps are at the main entrance; ask staff for the route to your ticketed section.
Avoid
A parking pass covers one vehicle space, not extra tailgating space. Do not reserve empty spaces or plan to tailgate after the event. Grills, open fires and oil-based/deep frying are prohibited. Confirm oversized-vehicle charges and current lot opening times before driving.

Location

1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY 11553

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Seats & viewsSeat charts · Event layouts vary

Seats & views

Accessibility

Accessible seating is available on all arena levels. Arrange suitable seats before purchase; wheelchair escorts are complimentary at entry or by advance request. Free listening devices are available next to the Main Concourse box office with valid ID as collateral. Event-level access requires a staff escort; accessible family restrooms are on all levels. Contact 516-231-4848 for assistance.

Find your section

Seating maps & views

Match the layout to your event before choosing seats. Stage position, floor seating, standing areas, and available sections can change.

Real photos from the seats

Browse Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum photos by section and compare the sightlines, railings, and stage views. Check the event and photo date; zoom can make the stage look closer.

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Nassau Coliseum hockey seating chart
Nassau Coliseum end-stage concert seating chart
Nassau Coliseum basketball seating chart
Nassau Coliseum wrestling / boxing ring seating chart
Nassau Coliseum center-stage concert seating chart
Event example: for Journey for reference only
Seating & atmosphere notes

Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Mixed

Verified arrival point

1255 Hempstead Turnpike is the verified venue address in the current Ticketmaster record. No venue-specific parking instructions are published on the current listing. Route to 1255 Hempstead Turnpike and confirm the event's arrival plan before leaving.

02

Mixed

Current event inventory

Children who have celebrated their first birthday are required to have a ticket. The event page is the source for the room, seating format, and doors.

03

Positive

Accessibility check

Location: Wheelchair accessible and companion seats are available at locations dispersed throughout Nassau Coliseum, offering guests the choice of an array of prices, amenities and lines of sight. Seating locations vary depending on particular events. Box Office hours of operations to be announced.

Inside the venuePayment, water and the atmosphere

Payment

Concessions and merchandise accept credit/debit cards only. Parking guidance conflicts: the A–Z guide says debit/credit only, while the parking page still says cash or credit. Bring a card and check your exact event’s parking notice rather than depending on cash acceptance.

Water & drinks

Water fountains and bottle refill stations are on all levels, but cans, bottles and glass/metal/plastic containers are prohibited and no general empty-bottle exception is published. Arrange medical or dietary needs before arrival. The A–Z guide separately permits baby bottles and formula.

The experience

  • Best for: Long Island Nets basketball, arena concerts and ring events with distinct basketball, end-stage, center-stage and wrestling layouts. Compare the owner’s configuration charts and real arena photograph with the layout sold for your exact event.
  • Watch out for: The A–Z guide prohibits ordinary bags except clutches up to 4.5 × 6.5 inches, while another owner page retains a larger bag threshold. Use the stricter A–Z guidance and confirm exceptions in advance. Parking-payment wording also conflicts; bring a debit/credit card rather than relying on cash. Most sporting events and concerts allow under-24-month children to share an adult’s seat; some shows require every child to have a ticket.
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Why It Works

  • ✓Small, non-professional still cameras may be brought into Nassau Coliseum Please note that for certain events cameras may not be allowed into the arena. Video, audio, and professional camera and recording devices are prohibited.
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The current A–Z guide prohibits ordinary bags, backpacks and purses; a small clutch up to 4.5 × 6.5 inches is allowed. Its separate prohibited-items page still lists a larger 14 × 14 × 6-inch threshold, so do not rely on that larger allowance. Contact Guest Services in advance for ADA/medical needs; the A–Z guide separately permits baby bags, plastic baby bottles and formula.

Official Nassau bag policy and exceptions (opens in a new tab)
Destination
Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY 11553.
When to arrive
Doors usually open one hour before the event, but your event notice controls. The box office operates on event days only and normally opens one hour before scheduled doors, not one hour before showtime; it closes about one hour before the estimated event end. Resolve ticket issues early.
Transit
Use 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY 11553. The designated drop-off/pick-up zone is the semi-circle outside Gate 20. Parking lots normally open two hours before doors; check event instructions for changes and allow time for screening and the walk to your actual entrance.
Parking
Parking prices vary by event, and the A–Z guide says on-site prices rise compared with advance purchase. Buy a pass through your event’s Ticketmaster link when offered and present it at entry. The dedicated parking page says cash or credit, but the A–Z guide says debit/credit only; bring a card and confirm current event rules.
Directions to this venue (opens in a new tab)Official parking / arrival information (opens in a new tab)

Accessible seating is available on all arena levels. Arrange suitable seats before purchase; wheelchair escorts are complimentary at entry or by advance request. Free listening devices are available next to the Main Concourse box office with valid ID as collateral. Event-level access requires a staff escort; accessible family restrooms are on all levels. Contact 516-231-4848 for assistance.

Official accessible seating, escorts and listening devices (opens in a new tab)Seat maps (opens in a new tab)

Concessions and merchandise accept credit/debit cards only. Parking guidance conflicts: the A–Z guide says debit/credit only, while the parking page still says cash or credit. Bring a card and check your exact event’s parking notice rather than depending on cash acceptance. Water fountains and bottle refill stations are on all levels, but cans, bottles and glass/metal/plastic containers are prohibited and no general empty-bottle exception is published. Arrange medical or dietary needs before arrival. The A–Z guide separately permits baby bottles and formula.

Official water fountains/refill stations and prohibited containers (opens in a new tab)

Use 1255 Hempstead Turnpike, Uniondale, NY 11553. The designated drop-off/pick-up zone is the semi-circle outside Gate 20. Parking lots normally open two hours before doors; check event instructions for changes and allow time for screening and the walk to your actual entrance. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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