Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center Tickets

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Opened in 1967 as the primary indoor arena on Madison’s Alliant Energy Center campus, Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center hosts concerts, sporting events, graduations, family shows, rodeos, trade shows, and community gatherings inside a flexible bowl-and-floor layout. Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center tickets connect fans with a long-running Madison venue built for everything from seated concerts to large-scale cultural events.

This page covers everything you need to know before you go — from finding the right seats to getting there, navigating the venue, and buying with confidence.

About Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center

Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center is an indoor multi-purpose arena located at 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way in Madison, Wisconsin. Opened in 1967, it is owned and operated by Dane County as part of the larger Alliant Energy Center complex. The arena seats approximately 10,000+ guests in theater configuration, with a listed theater capacity of about 10,230, and its setup adjusts for different event formats, including banquet configurations of roughly 1,200 guests.

The Coliseum has served for decades as a central Madison-area venue for concerts, graduations, sporting events, family entertainment, trade and consumer shows, rodeos, and cultural gatherings. Its design centers on a large lower flat floor that can be adapted for floor seating, sports, exhibitions, or general admission layouts, with a surrounding tiered seating bowl that gives the venue a classic arena feel.

As the primary indoor spectator venue of the Alliant Energy Center campus, Veterans Memorial Coliseum anchors a multi-building event complex that also includes exhibition halls, open grounds, and other event spaces.

Location & Transportation

Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center is located at 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713 — just south of central Madison off John Nolen Drive, near the US-12/18 Beltline.

Driving and Parking: Most attendees arrive by car, and on-site parking is available across the Alliant Energy Center grounds. Large lots serve the complex, with parking fees typical for major events. The campus is easily reached from the Beltline Highway and John Nolen Drive, though traffic and lot congestion can build close to event start times.

Transit: Madison Metro Transit bus routes serve the Alliant Energy Center area. Transit is an option for guests coming from Madison neighborhoods or downtown, although the venue is generally more car-oriented than a downtown transit-hub arena.

Rideshare: Rideshare drop-off and pickup are accommodated on the Alliant Energy Center grounds. After larger events, expect additional wait time as vehicles move through the campus and surrounding roads.

Nearby Accommodation: Lodging is available along the John Nolen Drive corridor, in downtown Madison a few minutes north, and near the Beltline. Staying near downtown Madison can also put restaurants and lakefront areas within a short drive of the venue.

Venue Navigation

Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center uses a flexible indoor arena layout, with a lower flat floor surrounded by tiered bowl seating. Understanding the building’s placement within the larger Alliant Energy Center campus helps make arrival, parking, and seat-finding smoother.

Entrances and Access: Guests enter the Alliant Energy Center grounds from Alliant Energy Center Way, then proceed into the Coliseum building for access to the seating bowl and lower flat floor. Because the campus includes multiple event buildings and open grounds, allowing extra time to reach the Coliseum is helpful on busy event days.

Seating Levels: Seating is organized around a lower flat floor with a surrounding bowl of numbered sections. The bowl includes numbered sections such as 300-level areas, while the floor can be configured differently depending on the event.

Accessibility: Accessible seating and services are available, and the Alliant Energy Center grounds include accessible parking. Accessibility arrangements can vary by event setup, especially when the lower flat floor is reconfigured.

Getting to Your Section: Numbered sections surround the floor, and staff and signage direct guests to seating areas within the bowl. For large events, build in time to move from the parking lots across the grounds, through entry screening, and into the correct seating area.

Dining Options

Inside Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center

Concessions are available during events at Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center, with offerings varying by event type. For concerts, family shows, sports, and larger community events, arriving early can help you avoid the busiest concession lines near showtime, halftime, or intermission.

Outside the Venue — Madison

Dining options are available along the John Nolen Drive corridor and in downtown Madison a short drive north of the Alliant Energy Center. The lakeside downtown area and Monroe Street also offer restaurants and pre-event options for guests who want to eat before heading to the arena.

Security & Policies

Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center maintains security and venue policies that are updated regularly and may vary by event. Before attending, reviewing the current policy on the venue's official website is strongly recommended.

Bag Policy: Bag restrictions and screening policies vary by event and promoter. Clear-bag or limited-bag rules can apply for certain shows, so packing light is the easiest way to keep entry moving.

Commonly Prohibited Items: Commonly restricted items include weapons, outside food and drink, and professional recording equipment. Items considered a safety risk can also be restricted based on the event.

Entry Procedures: Entry typically includes bag checks and ticket verification, with screening procedures varying by event. Arriving with a compliant bag and pre-downloaded digital tickets helps speed entry at the arena entrance.

Other Venues in the Madison Area

Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center is part of Madison’s broader live-events landscape, which includes major college sports venues, historic theaters, concert halls, and outdoor event spaces across the city.

• Kohl Center Tickets — Major indoor arena; home of the Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball and men's ice hockey (NCAA)
• Camp Randall Stadium Tickets — Large outdoor stadium; home of the Wisconsin Badgers football (NCAA)
• Overture Center for the Arts Tickets — Downtown performing arts center hosting theater, concerts, and Broadway productions
• The Sylvee Tickets — Modern mid-size concert hall in the Capitol East district
• Breese Stevens Field Tickets — Historic outdoor stadium hosting soccer with Forward Madison FC and concerts
• Barrymore Theatre Tickets — Historic theater hosting concerts and comedy
• Majestic Theatre Tickets — Historic downtown music venue
• Orpheum Theater Tickets — Historic State Street theater hosting concerts and events
• Warner Park (Duck Pond) Tickets — Ballpark home of the Madison Mallards (Northwoods League)
• Exhibition Hall at Alliant Energy Center Tickets — Large exhibition and event space on the same complex

How Much Do Tickets to Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center Cost?

Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center ticket prices vary widely depending on the type of event, the artist or team, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from trade and consumer shows to high-demand concerts and family events.

For concerts and family shows, tickets can typically range from approximately $35 to $125 or more depending on the act, seat location, and event configuration. Floor seating and lower bowl areas facing the stage usually command higher prices, while upper and end sections of the bowl often offer more budget-friendly options.

For sporting events and community events, tickets are often in the approximately $15 to $60 range. Prices depend on the sport or event type, demand, and whether the setup uses the lower flat floor, the surrounding bowl, or a combination of both.

For trade and consumer shows and graduations, admission is often low-cost or free, depending on the event organizer and format.

For high-demand events, buying earlier generally secures better seat selection and pricing. As inventory shrinks and the event date approaches, prices for the best remaining sections can rise, especially for floor seats, lower bowl views, and popular weekend events.

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Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center Seating Guide

Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center offers a flexible arena seating layout built around a lower flat floor and a surrounding tiered bowl. Because the floor can change from seated concert setups to sports, rodeo, exhibition, or general admission configurations, reviewing the seating map before buying helps you match your ticket to the event experience you want.

Best Seats at Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center

• Best value: Upper and end sections of the bowl are typically the most affordable, offering a full view of the arena setup at a lower price point.
• Closest to the action: Floor seating on the lower flat floor, when configured, puts you closest to the stage or action.
• Best overall experience: Lower bowl sections facing the stage or floor usually provide the strongest balance of sightlines, proximity, and arena atmosphere.
• For groups: Banquet and group configurations can accommodate larger parties, with arrangements varying by event setup.
• General admission: Some events use general admission floor configurations, giving fans flexible access within the designated floor area.

Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center Seating Chart

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Yes. The interactive seat map on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com shows your exact section and row placement before you buy. Use it to understand your position in the venue, your distance from the stage or floor, and whether you're on the lower flat floor, in a lower bowl section, or in a 300-level section — so the tickets you choose match exactly what you're looking for on event night.

Getting Ready for Your Veterans Memorial Coliseum At Alliant Energy Center Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at a multi-building event campus where parking, entry, and seating configurations can change with the event.

• Download your tickets before you leave. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before departing so you're ready at the arena entrance without needing a signal.
• Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard, and your phone is your entry. A portable battery pack is worth having for a full evening.
• Arrive early. For large events, the complex grounds and parking lots can fill and congest near event start times, so give yourself extra time for parking, entry, and security.
• Wear the right footwear. The venue is a standard indoor arena with concourse and bowl stairs, and walks from parking lots across the grounds can be notable during larger events. Supportive shoes make the trip from the lot to your seat easier.
• Dress in layers. Seating is indoors and climate-controlled, but walks to and from parking are exposed to Wisconsin weather.
• Build extra time into your transit plan. Traffic around the grounds and parking areas can be heavier as showtime approaches, especially for larger concerts, graduations, and community events.
• Know your entrance. Review the entrance notes and seating information on your ticket before arriving so you can head directly toward the Coliseum within the Alliant Energy Center complex.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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