Alaska Airlines Center is a multipurpose indoor Arena in Anchorage. It is situated on the campus of the University of Alaska in Anchorage. It is the third-largest sports venue in Alaska by seating capacity. The seating capacity is 5000. Alaska Airlines Center seating chart with seat numbers helps in finding the seats. It is mainly used to host indoor events such as basketball, athletics, and other similar events.
Alaska Airlines Center is used to host concerts, conferences, live entertainment shows, etc occasionally. Construction of an indoor arena at the University of Alaska in Anchorage began in 2012 and was completed in 2014. The arena was previously known as UAA Community Arena; Seawolf Arena and Seawolf Sports Arena were suggested names. Alaska Airlines purchased the naming rights of the arena in 2013, and it was renamed the Alaska Airlines Center in 2014.
Alaska Anchorage Seawolves use the Alaska Airlines Center as their home to host all events except Ice Hockey. It is popularly known as the Anchorage Seawolves during home games. It is owned and operated by the University of Alaska Anchorage.
Alaska Airlines Center Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Arena | Alaska Airlines Center |
| Location | Anchorage, Alaska |
| Address | 3550 Providence Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 |
| Opened | 2014 |
| Primary tenant | University of Alaska Anchorage Seawolves |
| Main sports | Basketball, volleyball, gymnastics |
| Capacity | 5,000+ for athletics; up to about 5,400 depending on configuration |
| Levels | 100-level main seating, 200-level balcony, suites/restaurant level |
| Main entrance | South Entrance |
| VIP entrance | South Entrance, far-right doors |
| Public transportation | Anchorage bus service to the U-Med District |
| Parking | Approximately 500 AAC spaces + 100 Toyota Reserved spaces; 1,000+ additional nearby UAA spaces |
| Venue type | Indoor multipurpose arena |
Alaska Airlines Center Seating Chart
The seats of the stadium are spread across various sections and levels to accommodate the guests. The color-coded map shows the location of all sections inside the Alaska Airlines Center. The seating sections are divided into general admission areas, reserved areas, accessible sections, and wet sections for general visitors and guests with accessibility needs. The locations of closed balcony areas are also shown on the map.
Accessible sections inside the Alaska Airlines Center are shown in blue and are limited in number. Pre-reservation is highly recommended for the accessible sections due to high demand before big events. It is one of Alaska’s most popular indoor stadiums.
During concerts, some sections on the floor are reserved for guests with accessibility needs and are shown on the Alaska Airlines Center seat map.
Alaska Airlines Center Concert Seat Map
During concerts and similar events, the stage is set up on the court with on-field arrangements at the Alaska Airlines Center. The location of the performance stage and temporary expansions are shown on the seating layout.
It can accommodate approximately 5400 visitors after the expansions. The sections behind the performance stage are not usable due to a lack of view. The location of accessible seats is also shown on the AAC concert seating plan.
Alaska Airlines Center Best Seats
The seating sections in green are among the best areas during basketball and similar events. Sections 108-1100 and 121-123 are among the best areas inside the Alaska Airlines Center. It is advise to choose the middle rows to get a good view of the court. Sections 109 and 122 are at midfield with the best views.
The view is not good from the last rows and the extreme corner seats, and they should be avoided.
| Seating Type | Best For | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Overall Seats | Basketball & volleyball | Sections 108-111 and 121-123 are the best starting point for a balanced court view; reserved seating is located on the north and south sides | Usually more expensive and less likely to be available at the last minute |
| Best Budget Seats | Value for money | Sections 100-107, 114-120 and 124-125 can provide good views while generally being less premium | Some locations are closer to the corners/baselines rather than directly alongside the court |
| Premium & VIP Seating | Luxury & exclusive experience | VIP suites and premier seating provide upgraded hospitality and access to the VIP entrance | Significantly more expensive; exact benefits depend on the event |
| Seats to Avoid | — | Avoid choosing purely by section number without checking the event configuration | Sections 112-113 are the designated “wet section” for UAA athletics, and extreme corner/end locations are less desirable if you want a centered court view |
The front sections around the performance stage are the best areas during the high-voltage concerts and similar events. They are great with the view and atmosphere. Similarly, seats facing the performance stage are also good, and they are in high demand.
Most of the premium sections are situated on the upper levels. They offer a good view of the court with luxury services and extra comfort at the American Airlines Center. These are popular with Elite visitors who have a good budget.
Parking Map
Approximately 1600 spaces are available inside the University of Alaska Anchorage campus. Alaska Airlines’ main parking lot has 500 spaces, and the Toyota reserved lot has 100 spaces.
The Library lot and arts parking lot have an additional 1000 spaces combined. Some additional parking lots are about a 5-minute walk away. The location of all parking lots, Alaska Airlines centre, no parking areas, landmarks, streets and directions are shown on the parking map.
| Parking area | Approx. spaces | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Airlines Center Main Lot | 500 | Closest general parking |
| Toyota Reserved Lot | 100 | Reserved/premium parking |
| Library Lot | Part of 1,000+ additional spaces | About a 5-minute walk |
| Arts Parking Lot | Part of 1,000+ additional spaces | North of the arena |
| UAA East Parking Garage | Additional | Within approximately 5 minutes |
| UAA East Lot | Additional | Within approximately 5 minutes |
Accessible parking is situated in the parking lots for eligible guests with a PLA card/registration plate. Visitors can check this link to learn more about directions, parking, and public transport. Visitors coming to the Alaska Airlines Center via public transport can use Anchorage bus services. Sullivan Arena is the largest Arena in Alaska and is located about 3 miles from Alaska Airlines Center.
Events 2026
| Day & Date | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, October 10, 2026 | UAA Winter Gear & Sports Swap | Community / Special Event |
| Thursday, October 15, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Northwest Nazarene | NCAA Women’s Volleyball |
| Friday, October 16, 2026 | Harlem Globetrotters — 100 Year Tour | Family / Basketball Show |
| Saturday, October 17, 2026 | Harlem Globetrotters — 100 Year Tour | Family / Basketball Show |
| Saturday, October 17, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Central Washington | NCAA Women’s Volleyball |
| Friday, October 30, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Alaska Fairbanks | NCAA Women’s Volleyball |
| Friday, November 6, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Evergreen State | NCAA Men’s & Women’s Basketball |
| Saturday, November 7, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Evergreen State | NCAA Men’s & Women’s Basketball |
| Saturday, November 21, 2026 | Great Alaska Shootout — Seattle University vs. Chicago State / Louisville vs. Alaska Anchorage | NCAA Basketball Tournament |
| Sunday, November 22, 2026 | Great Alaska Shootout — Championship & 3rd-Place Games | NCAA Basketball Tournament |
| Friday, November 27, 2026 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Benedictine Mesa | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Saturday, November 28, 2026 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Benedictine Mesa | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Friday, December 11, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Sul Ross State | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Saturday, December 12, 2026 | UAA Seawolves vs. Sul Ross State | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Monday, December 14, 2026 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Embry-Riddle | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Wednesday, December 16, 2026 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Embry-Riddle | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Tuesday, December 15, 2026 | UAA Green & Gold Meet | NCAA Gymnastics |
| Sunday, December 20, 2026 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Missouri S&T | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
Events 2027
| Day & Date | Event | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, January 2, 2027 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Alaska Fairbanks | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Thursday, January 7, 2027 | UAA Men’s Basketball vs. Simon Fraser | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Thursday, January 7, 2027 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Central Washington | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Saturday, January 9, 2027 | UAA Men’s Basketball vs. Western Washington | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Saturday, January 9, 2027 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Northwest Nazarene | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Thursday, January 21, 2027 | UAA Men’s Basketball vs. Seattle Pacific | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Thursday, January 21, 2027 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Seattle Pacific | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Friday, January 22, 2027 | UAA Gymnastics vs. Cornell | NCAA Gymnastics |
| Saturday, January 23, 2027 | UAA Men’s Basketball vs. MSU Billings | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Saturday, January 23, 2027 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. MSU Billings | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Sunday, January 24, 2027 | UAA Gymnastics vs. Cornell | NCAA Gymnastics |
| Thursday, January 28, 2027 | UAA Men’s Basketball vs. Northwest Nazarene | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Saturday, January 30, 2027 | UAA Men’s Basketball vs. Central Washington | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Friday, February 12, 2027 | UAA Gymnastics vs. BYU | NCAA Gymnastics |
| Thursday, February 11, 2027 | UAA Men’s Basketball vs. Saint Martin’s | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Thursday, February 11, 2027 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Saint Martin’s | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Saturday, February 13, 2027 | UAA Men’s Basketball vs. Western Oregon | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Saturday, February 13, 2027 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Western Oregon | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Thursday, February 25, 2027 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Simon Fraser | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Friday, February 26, 2027 | UAA Gymnastics vs. Wilberforce | NCAA Gymnastics |
| Saturday, February 27, 2027 | UAA Men’s Basketball vs. Alaska Fairbanks | NCAA Men’s Basketball |
| Saturday, February 27, 2027 | UAA Women’s Basketball vs. Western Washington | NCAA Women’s Basketball |
| Saturday, April 24, 2027 | NYO Games Alaska | Native Youth Olympics / Cultural Sports |
