Step Inside: Enterprise Center – Home of the St. Louis Blues

Home of the St. Louis Blues

Enterprise Center has been a staple in St. Louis since opening its doors in 1994, originally under the name Kiel Center. Located in the heart of downtown St. Louis, the venue has welcomed musical icons over the years while also acting as the home of the St. Louis Blues hockey team.

Known to host nearly 200 events a year, Enterprise Center is an essential stop for touring artists, hockey and basketball tournaments, wrestling, comedy shows, and more.

Enterprise Center History

Construction on Enterprise Center began in December 1992 on the former site of Kiel Auditorium. The city was ready for a more modern, updated venue, marking a new era of major league sports and live entertainment for the Gateway to the West.

Designed as the home of the NHL’s St. Louis Blues, the arena quickly became a year-round destination for concerts and events. Over the years, Enterprise Center has evolved through major renovations and upgrades, including a project completed in 2019 that introduced updated technology and enhanced amenities throughout the building.

Enterprise Center hosted the 2020 NHL All-Star Game and has welcomed acts like Taylor Swift, Paul McCartney, Beyoncé, Foo Fighters, Lady Gaga, and Elton John.

 

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Seating Guide: Where to Sit at Enterprise Center

Enterprise Center welcomes 18,096 guests for St. Louis Blues games and can accommodate even larger crowds for concerts or basketball games, with capabilities up to 22,000 people.

In addition to traditional seating, Enterprise Center features a variety of premium hospitality experiences like private suites, boxes, and exclusive lounge spaces. VIP Membership at Enterprise Center grants access to opportunities like Players Club by Luxco, where visitors can brush shoulders with Blues players, or a Captain’s Club suite, which boasts all-inclusive food and beverages and playoff ticket purchase priority.

How much are St. Louis Blues tickets?

Ticket prices for St. Louis Blues games depend on a variety of factors, including date and time, city, matchup, seat location, and when the tickets are purchased. The average ticket for a St. Louis Blues game can cost anywhere between $25-$600.

Enterprise Center Entry & Bag Policy

Enterprise Center offers five points of entry for guests, with the main public entrance and box office located on the corner of 14th Street and Clark Avenue. A club level entrance, Gate 4, offers designated entry for suiteholders, premium club seat holders, and select season ticket holders.

All entry gates typically open 60-90 – 90 minutes before event start times.

Enterprise Center strongly encourages guests not to bring bags of any kind to games or events, noting the following restrictions and guidelines:

• Backpacks (of any type or function), coolers, hard-sided bags, luggage, and any bag larger than 16” x 16” are strictly prohibited and cannot be stored or checked on-site
• Clutches measuring no larger than 6” x 4” x 1.5” are permitted, but may be subject to visual inspection
• All bags, including purses and approved medical or childcare bags, must pass x-ray screening prior to entry
• Additional prohibited items include noisemakers, outside food and beverage items, balloons, selfie sticks, and weapons

Enterprise Center’s full entry policies can be found on their website.

Parking & Admission at Enterprise Center

Enterprise Center is accessible for both drivers and public transit users. The arena sits within walking distance of the St. Louis MetroLink, with the Civic Center Station serving as the primary stop for guests arriving by light rail.

For those driving, the venue’s official parking partner is SpotHero. Advance parking is strongly recommended for St. Louis Blues games and concerts, as nearby garages and surface lots around downtown often reach capacity on event nights and game days. Multiple parking structures are located within a short walk of the arena.

 

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Food & Beverage Options at Enterprise Center

Enterprise Center offers a wide mix of food and beverage options throughout the arena, with concessions that reflect both classic game-day staples and local St. Louis favorites. Alongside familiar offerings like burgers, chicken tenders, nachos, pretzels, and pizza, guests can expect regional touches like toasted ravioli, barbecue, and Midwest comfort foods.

Beer, wine, and cocktails are available at bars and portable stands throughout the concourses, in addition to full-service lounge areas and premium clubs that offer expanded drink menus and upgraded hospitality experiences. Non-alcoholic beverages, including soft drinks and bottled water, are also widely accessible.

Enterprise Center unveiled a number of new additions to concessions ahead of their 2025-26 season, including Crumbl Cookies’ arena-exclusive stand with a limited-edition cookie created specifically for fans, plus a new STL Kitchen gastropub stand with elevated pub fare.

Several fan favorites also expanded or upgraded, including Rosalita’s Cantina opening a second location. The arena introduced a rotating “N/A Cocktail of the Game” and significantly expanded non-alcoholic beer options to give fans more variety.