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stadium · Orlando, FL, United States
Kia Center
“The O-Rena” · The Magic Kingdom
7.5Passport Score
2010Opened
18,846Capacity
IndoorRoof
HardwoodSurface
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The basics
About Kia Center
Modern downtown Orlando arena known for NBA basketball and concerts.
- Type
- stadium
- Sports
- Basketball
- League
- NBA
- Nicknames
- The O-Rena, The Magic Kingdom
- Location
- Orlando, FL, United States
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Status
- active
FormerlyAmway CenterOrlando ArenaTD Waterhouse CentreAmway Arena
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How fans rate it
7.5Passport Score
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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Magic Together
"Magic Together" serves as the team's modern rallying theme, displayed throughout the arena.
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Championship Pursuit Era
Championship pursuit era — from the 1995 and 2009 Finals to today.
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Dwight Howard Legacy
Dwight Howard — Superman and the 2009 Finals run in Orlando.
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Expansion Team Success Story
Expansion team success story — one of the fastest rises to the NBA Finals in history.
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Franchise Timeline
Complete franchise timeline from 1989 expansion to Shaq, Penny, and Paolo.
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Franz Wagner Era
Franz Wagner era — Franz and the next chapter of Magic basketball.
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Greatest Magic Moments
The greatest moments in Magic history — from Shaq and Penny to the 2009 run.
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Heart & Hustle Era
Heart and Hustle era — the identity that defines modern Magic basketball.
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Jameer Nelson Legacy
Jameer Nelson — the point guard of the 2009 Finals team.
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Modern Magic Revival
Modern Magic revival — Paolo, Franz, and Heart and Hustle in Orlando.
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Nick Anderson Legacy
Nick Anderson — franchise icon and Magic legend of the 1990s.
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Orlando Basketball History
Orlando basketball history — destination city meets underrated fan experience.
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Paolo Banchero Era
Paolo Banchero era — Paolo and the modern Magic revival in Orlando.
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Penny Hardaway Legacy
Penny Hardaway — Anfernee Hardaway and the most electrifying duo in Magic history.
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Playoff History
Magic playoff history — 1995, 2009, and Magic Nation postseason pride.
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Shaquille O'Neal Legacy
Shaquille O'Neal — Shaq and the era that put Orlando Magic on the map.
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Tracy McGrady Legacy
Tracy McGrady — T-Mac and the scoring era in Orlando.
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Heritage Nights
Heritage nights celebrating Shaq, Penny, the 2009 team, and Magic history.
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Blue Out Events
Blue out events when Magic Nation fills Kia Center in blue and white.
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2009 Finals Exhibit
Visit the 2009 Finals exhibit — the closest call in Magic history.
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Central Florida Sports Culture
Experience Central Florida sports culture — Magic, theme parks, and Sunshine State pride.
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Championship Anniversary Night
Attend a championship anniversary night — celebrating the 1995 and 2009 Finals runs.
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Disney Springs During Game Weekend
Visit Disney Springs during game weekend — Orlando destination city at its best.
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Downtown Orlando
Explore downtown Orlando before the game — destination city gameday energy.
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Eastern Conference Finals Game
Eastern Conference Finals at Kia Center — Magic Nation at the doorstep of a title.
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First Magic Game at Kia Center
Your first Magic game at Kia Center — Shaq, Penny, STUFF, and Magic Nation.
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Kia Center Tour
Behind-the-scenes Kia Center tour — Hall of Fame, suites, and court.
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Magic Victory Celebration
Stay through a Magic victory celebration — Let's Go Magic at full voice.
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Magic vs Celtics
Eastern Conference battles when Boston visits Orlando.
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Magic vs Heat
Florida rivalry when Miami visits Kia Center.
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Magic vs Knicks
Eastern Conference rivalry when New York visits Kia Center.
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Meet STUFF the Magic Dragon
Meet STUFF the Magic Dragon — one of the NBA's best mascots up close.
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NBA Finals Game
NBA Finals at Kia Center — the pinnacle of basketball in Orlando.
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One of the NBA's Best Mascots
Experience one of the NBA's best mascots — STUFF the Magic Dragon at Kia Center.
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Orlando Basketball Culture
Experience Orlando basketball culture — theme park capital meets Magic Nation.
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Penny Hardaway Exhibit
Visit the Penny Hardaway exhibit — the most electrifying duo in Magic history.
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Penny Hardaway Tribute Night
Attend a Penny Hardaway tribute night — honoring Anfernee at Kia Center.
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Shaq Exhibit
Visit the Shaq exhibit — the era that put Orlando Magic on the map.
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Shaq Tribute Night
Attend a Shaq tribute night — honoring the franchise icon at Kia Center.
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Florida Basketball Legacy
Florida basketball legacy — Magic, Heat, and Sunshine State hoops culture.
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Magic Dancers
Magic Dancers performances energizing the crowd during timeouts.
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Community Events
Community events celebrating Orlando and Central Florida basketball culture.
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Orlando Festivals
Orlando festivals celebrating Magic Nation and theme park capital gameday culture.
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Magic Fan Celebrations
Magic fan celebrations — Let's Go Magic and one of the NBA's best fan experiences.
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Architecture
Amway Center Legacy
Connects with the arena's previous identity.
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Architecture
Central Florida Sports Hub
The venue represents Orlando's sports culture.
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Architecture
Church Street Station Connection
The venue connects with downtown transportation and nightlife.
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History
1995 NBA Finals
Highlights Orlando's first championship appearance.
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History
2009 NBA Finals
Celebrates the modern Magic era.
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History
Dwight Howard
Celebrates the dominant center era.
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Displays
Magic Hall of Fame
Hall honoring Magic greats from Shaq and Penny through the Dwight years.
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History
Orlando Magic Retired Numbers
Honors O'Neal and other franchise legends.
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Shaq & Penny Tribute
Tribute to Shaquille O’Neal and Penny Hardaway, the duo that put the Magic on the map.
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Experience
Blue and White
The fan identity experience.
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Disney Connection Displays
Displays on Orlando's Disney connection and family-entertainment identity.
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Experience
Magic Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
Orlando Basketball
Combines NBA basketball with Central Florida entertainment.
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Experience
Orlando Magic Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Stuff the Magic Dragon
The mascot experience.
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Magic History Wall
Wall on Magic franchise history since 1989.
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Displays
Team Legacy Exhibit
Exhibit on Magic franchise legacy.
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Signature
Fan Zone
Fan zone for photos, activations, and family entertainment.
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Historic Marker
Orlando Plaza
Plaza outside Kia Center in downtown Orlando.
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Magic Moments Exhibit
Exhibit on signature Magic moments, from the Shaq-Penny Finals to later deep runs.
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Theme Nights
Special theme nights throughout the Magic season at Kia Center.
Through the years
History
Names
- 1989-2000Orlando Arena
- 2000-2006TD Waterhouse Centre
- 2006-2010Amway Arena
- 2010-2023Amway Center
- 2023-presentKia Center
Home teams
- 2010-presentOrlando MagicNBA
- 2010-presentNorfolk AdmiralsECHL
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