If you’ve ever been to a big show in North Jersey, chances are you’ve walked through the doors of the Prudential Center in Newark. The arena opened in 2007 and instantly transformed live events in the state. Before that, fans usually had to travel to New York City or to Philadelphia for major tours. Suddenly, Newark had a world-class venue right in its backyard.
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Built as the home of the NHL’s New Jersey Devils, Prudential Center quickly became much more than a hockey arena. Over the years, it has hosted major concerts, college basketball games, UFC fights, family shows, and major award shows. Some of the biggest names in music have taken the stage here, from pop superstars and hip hop icons to rock legends and country hitmakers.
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Why Prudential Center Is One of the Best Concert Venues in NJ
There’s a reason artists love stopping here on tour. For starters, the location is perfect. It is in downtown Newark, just steps from Newark Penn Station, making it easy to reach from North Jersey, Central Jersey, and New York City. You can literally hop on a train and be inside the arena within minutes.
Inside, the sound and sightlines are strong whether you’re down on the floor or up in the 100 or 200 level. The arena seats 16,000 to 19,000 for concerts, making it feel big and exciting without being overwhelming. You still feel connected to the stage…