Colonial Life Arena | Live Events in Columbia, SC

Entertainment awaits with Colonial Life Arena tickets. The multi-purpose venue is part of the University of South Carolina in Columbia, S.C., and hosts sports, live concerts and more. It is home to the Gamecocks men’s and women’s basketball teams and is versatile enough to host gatherings of varying sizes, from banquets to tradeshows. The place was designed by Rosser International Inc. and offers multiple event spaces, including a naturally-lit front atrium with 65-foot-high glass paneling, and the 300-capacity Frank McGuire Club overlooks the floor of the arena. It opened in 2002 and is located near major highways, public transit, hotels and eateries.

The venue can accommodate around 18,000 people, depending on the event and seating arrangements. It features stadium-style seating, and some shows, including concerts, might offer additional chairs or have a standing-room section. The place also provides premium seating in the executive and entertainment suites. You can enjoy a live performance by Hootie and The Blowfish, Nicki Minaj and more with Colonial Life Arena tickets from TicketSmarter. The place hosts family-friendly shows like Paw Patrol Live, comedians such as Martin Lawrence and the spectacular Cirque du Soleil: OVO. It offers visual and hearing-impaired services and has wheelchair-accessible areas.

Where is Colonial Life Arena located?

Colonial Life Arena and its ticket office are located at 801 Lincoln Street, Columbia, SC 29208.

Colonial Life Arena Seating Chart

Secure the best seats at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia with our easy-to-use and interactive seating chart. Most arenas will have seating that ascends to various levels from the center of the event space. Depending on the size of the arena, Colonial Life Arena may also offer upgraded seats and even suite packages. Arenas typically have the capacity to hold between 15,000 to nearly 20,000 visitors, dispensing on the specific event. TicketSmarter offers extensive filtering options to help you secure Colonial Life Arena tickets in Columbia, SC. Our convenient delivery options make it easy to instantly download your tickets or have them transferred to you.

How much are Colonial Life Arena tickets?

The price of your ticket will vary depending on the arena and where your seat is located. On average, the cost to attend an event at Colonial Life Arena is $116.93. Seats located further away from the action and higher in the stands are always the most affordable and can cost as low as $21.94 a ticket. A seat with premium views of the event can go for as high as $18129.14 for a seat near the center space.

Colonial Life Arena Schedule

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Our online marketplace makes buying Colonial Life Arena tickets simple. Use the calendar of events located above to plan your next trip to the arena.

How many events are coming to Colonial Life Arena?

Colonial Life Arena has 21 upcoming live events scheduled.

Who is playing at Colonial Life Arena?

We Them Ones - Mike Epps, Corey Holcomb, Lil Duval, Kountry Wayne, Karlous Miller, Mojo Brookzz, Bubba Dub and Jonas Brothers with The All-American Rejects are scheduled to play at Colonial Life Arena.

We Them Ones - Mike Epps, Corey Holcomb, Lil Duval, Kountry Wayne, Karlous Miller, Mojo Brookzz, Bubba Dub Colonial Life Arena tickets March 28th, 2025 at 8:00pm

TicketSmarter has 1390 We Them Ones - Mike Epps, Corey Holcomb, Lil Duval, Kountry Wayne, Karlous Miller, Mojo Brookzz, Bubba Dub tickets listed from $92.34 - $802.85 with the average ticket price of $140.94.

Jonas Brothers with The All-American Rejects Colonial Life Arena tickets November 6th, 2025 at 7:30pm

Tickets to attend this exciting event average at $329.62, but range between $91.84 - $2722.50. Place your order now because there are only 660 Jonas Brothers with The All-American Rejects tickets still available for this event.

What time does Colonial Life Arena open?

Colonial Life Arena doors open typically one to one and a half hours before the show on March 28th, 2025 at 8:00pm. Most arenas will open doors even earlier for tailgating, but fans will want to arrive at the venue 30 - 60 minutes early to find parking.