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Sirius Player Introductions
The lights go dark as Alan Parsons Project's "Sirius" plays during the legendary Bulls player introductions, one of the most iconic entrances in all of sports.
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1994Opened
20,917Capacity
IndoorRoof
Hardwood / Artificial IceSurface
2Check-ins
The basics
About United Center
Major Chicago arena hosting NBA, NHL, concerts, and iconic sports moments.
- Type
- arena
- Sports
- Hockey · Basketball
- League
- NBA
- Nicknames
- The Madhouse on Madison
- Address
- 1901 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60612
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Status
- active
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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PerformersIconic
Benny the Bull Half-Court Shot
During every home game, Benny the Bull attempts his famous backward over-the-head half-court shot, one of the NBA's longest-running mascot traditions.
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IntroductionsIconic
Running of the Bulls
Player introductions feature dramatic lighting, smoke, flames, and the iconic charging bull animation before the team takes the floor.
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Songs & MusicIconic
Jim Cornelison National Anthem
Blackhawks fans erupt into thunderous cheers during Jim Cornelison's rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner," continuing to roar throughout the anthem before falling silent for the final note.
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Songs & MusicIconic
Anthem Ovation
Unlike almost every other NHL team, Blackhawks fans intentionally cheer during the national anthem as a sign of support and excitement rather than waiting until it ends.
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Goal SongIconic
"Chelsea Dagger" Goal Song
After every Blackhawks goal, "Chelsea Dagger" by The Fratellis plays while the crowd loudly sings the famous "Na-na-na-na-na-na" chorus.
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Crowd ChantIconic
One Goal Chant
After each Blackhawks goal announcement, fans shout "ONE GOAL!" before the next faceoff.
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Crowd ChantIconic
"Here Come the Hawks!" Chant
Before puck drop and during momentum swings, fans chant "Here Come the Hawks!" throughout the United Center.
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Championship BannersIconic
2010 Stanley Cup
2010 Stanley Cup — Kane, Toews, and the end of a 49-year drought in Chicago.
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Historic displayIconic
72-10 Season Exhibit
72-10 season exhibit — the greatest team in NBA history immortalized at United Center.
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Hall of FameIconic
Blackhawks Hall of Fame
Blackhawks Hall of Fame — franchise immortals from Hull to Kane honored in Chicago.
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Historic displayIconic
Bobby Hull Legacy
Bobby Hull — the Golden Jet and Blackhawks icon of the Original Six era.
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Hall of FameIconic
Bulls Hall of Fame
Bulls Hall of Fame — franchise immortals from Jordan to Pippen to Rose.
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Historic displayIconic
Chicago Hockey History
Chicago hockey history — Original Six pride and three Stanley Cups at United Center.
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Historic displayIconic
Chris Chelios Legacy
Chris Chelios — Norris Trophy winner and Chicago-born Blackhawks legend.
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Historic displayIconic
Dennis Rodman Legacy
Dennis Rodman — the rebounding force and personality of the 1990s Bulls dynasty.
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Historic displayIconic
Derrick Rose Legacy
Derrick Rose — MVP and the hope of a new Bulls era on the West Side.
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Historic displayIconic
Duncan Keith Legacy
Duncan Keith — Norris Trophy winner and defensive anchor of three Stanley Cups.
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Historic displayIconic
Franchise Timeline
Complete Blackhawks franchise timeline from 1926 to the Kane-Toews dynasty.
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Historic displayIconic
Glenn Hall Legacy
Glenn Hall — Mr. Goalie and the iron man who defined Blackhawks goaltending.
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Historic displayIconic
Greatest Blackhawks Moments
The greatest moments in Blackhawks history — from the Original Six to the Kane goal.
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Historic displayIconic
Greatest Bulls Moments
The greatest moments in Bulls history — from The Shot to the Last Dance.
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Historic displayIconic
Jerry Krause Era
Jerry Krause era — the architect who built the Bulls dynasty roster in Chicago.
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Historic displayIconic
Jonathan Toews Legacy
Jonathan Toews — Captain Serious and heart of the Blackhawks dynasty.
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Historic displayIconic
Michael Jordan Legacy
Michael Jordan — six championships, five MVPs, and the greatest player ever.
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Historic displayIconic
Original Six History
Original Six history — Blackhawks pride as one of hockey's six founding franchises.
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Historic displayIconic
Patrick Kane Legacy
Patrick Kane — franchise scoring leader and Conn Smythe winner of the 2010 Stanley Cup.
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Historic displayIconic
Phil Jackson Legacy
Phil Jackson — the Zen Master who coached the Bulls to six NBA championships.
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Scottie Pippen Legacy
Scottie Pippen — Jordan's partner and one of the greatest forwards in NBA history.
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Championship BannersIconic
Six NBA Championships
Six NBA championships — 1991 through 1998 and the greatest dynasty in NBA history.
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Historic displayIconic
Stan Mikita Legacy
Stan Mikita — franchise legend and face of Blackhawks hockey for a generation.
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MascotIconic
Tommy Hawk
Tommy Hawk — the beloved Blackhawks mascot and symbol of Hawks Nation on gameday.
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MascotIconic
Benny the Bull
Benny the Bull — the Bulls mascot and one of the NBA's most entertaining mascots.
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Live PerformanceIconic
Jim Cornelison Anthem
Jim Cornelison anthem performances — the loudest National Anthem in sports.
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Live PerformanceIconic
Sirius Pregame Experience
Sirius pregame experience — The Alan Parsons Project and the most famous intro in sports.
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Alumni EventIconic
Blackhawks Alumni Appearances
Blackhawks alumni appearances honoring franchise legends on gameday.
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Alumni EventIconic
Bulls Alumni Appearances
Bulls alumni appearances honoring franchise legends on gameday.
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Championship BannersIconic
Blackhawks Championships
Visit the Blackhawks championship displays — six Stanley Cups immortalized in Chicago.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Blackhawks vs Blues
Central Division rivalry when St. Louis visits United Center.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Blackhawks vs Red Wings
The greatest rivalry in hockey when Detroit visits United Center.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Blackhawks vs Wild
Central Division rivalry when Minnesota visits United Center.
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Pregame RitualIconic
Bulls Introductions
Experience the Bulls introductions — Sirius and the most famous pregame in sports.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Bulls vs Celtics
Historic rivalry when Boston visits United Center — NBA royalty in Chicago.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Bulls vs Knicks
1990s rivalry when New York visits United Center — Jordan vs Ewing energy.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Bulls vs Pistons
Bad Boys rivalry when Detroit visits United Center — Chicago vs Motor City.
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Crowd RitualIconic
Chelsea Dagger After a Goal
Hear Chelsea Dagger after a Blackhawks goal — United Center at full voice.
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ConcertIconic
Concert at United Center
Attend a major concert at United Center — Chicago entertainment beyond gamedays.
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Special EventIconic
First Blackhawks Game at United Center
Your first Blackhawks game at United Center — anthem roar, Chelsea Dagger, and Original Six pride.
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First Bulls Game at United Center
Your first Bulls game at United Center — Sirius, Jordan's legacy, and Chicago pride.
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Jordan Exhibit
Visit the Michael Jordan exhibit — the greatest player ever immortalized in Chicago.
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StatueIconic
Jordan Statue
Take a photo with the Michael Jordan statue — "The Spirit" on Madison Street.
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Crowd RitualIconic
National Anthem Roar
Hear the National Anthem roar — Jim Cornelison and the loudest anthem in sports.
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Special EventIconic
NBA Finals Game
NBA Finals at United Center — basketball's greatest stage in Chicago.
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Patrick Kane Exhibit
Visit the Patrick Kane exhibit — franchise scoring leader and 2010 Conn Smythe winner.
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Stanley Cup Final Game
Stanley Cup Final at United Center — hockey's greatest stage in Chicago.
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United Center
Your first time walking into United Center — two dynasties, twelve championships, one Madison Street.
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TourIconic
United Center Tour
Behind-the-scenes United Center tour — Jordan statue, suites, court, ice, and dynasty history.
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Entertainment DistrictIconic
West Loop
Explore the West Loop before the game — Madison Street, Fulton Market, and gameday energy.
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Live PerformanceIconic
Halftime Entertainment
Halftime entertainment at United Center — music, performances, and Chicago pride.
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Fan FestivalMust see
Madison Street Pregame Events
Madison Street pregame events outside United Center before tipoff and puck drop.
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Architecture
Basketball & Hockey Arena Home
Shared with the Chicago Bulls.
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Architecture
Chicago Sports District
Located in one of America's greatest sports neighborhoods.
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Statue
Michael Jordan Statue
“The Spirit” — the Michael Jordan statue outside United Center, the most famous landmark in Chicago sports.
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Architecture
Michael Jordan Statue Connection
Part of Chicago's famous sports landmarks.
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Architecture
The Madhouse on Madison
One of hockey's most famous arena nicknames.
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Architecture
Two-Sport Arena Home
Shared with the Chicago Blackhawks.
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History
1990s Dynasty
Highlights Chicago's six-title run.
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History
2010-2015 Dynasty
Celebrates Chicago's modern championship run.
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History
Blackhawks Legends
Honors franchise icons.
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History
Bobby Hull
Celebrates the Golden Jet.
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Displays
Bulls Championship Trophies
Displays of the Bulls' six NBA championship trophies from the Jordan dynasty.
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History
Chicago Blackhawks Retired Numbers
Honors Hull, Mikita, Savard, and others.
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Displays
Bulls Ring of Honor
Ring honoring Bulls legends and retired numbers.
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History
Chicago Stadium
Connects with the historic former arena.
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History
Chicago Stadium Legacy
Display honoring the former home.
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History
Michael Jordan
Celebrates the greatest era in franchise history.
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History
Phil Jackson
Celebrates the championship coach.
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Statue
Scottie Pippen Statue
Bronze of Scottie Pippen inside United Center near Gate 7 / sections 113–114.
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History
Stan Mikita
Honors the Hall of Fame center.
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Rituals
Benny the Bull Experience
Benny the Bull, one of the NBA's most famous mascots, working the United Center crowd.
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Experience
Blackhawks Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
Bulls Intro
The famous player introduction.
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Signature
Madhouse Team Store
The Madhouse team store for Bulls gear inside United Center.
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Experience
Chicago Basketball
Combines NBA history with one of America's greatest sports cities.
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Experience
Chicago Blackhawks Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes access.
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Experience
Chicago Bulls Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Chicago Hockey
Combines Original Six history with a major sports city.
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Experience
Hawks Fans
One of the NHL's loudest fan bases.
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Experience
Madhouse Atmosphere
The legendary Chicago crowd energy.
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Experience
National Anthem
The famous anthem performance and crowd participation.
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Experience
One Goal
The franchise's championship identity.
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Statue
Bobby Hull Statue
Statue of Bobby Hull, the Golden Jet, outside the United Center.
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Statue
Stan Mikita Statue
Statue of Stan Mikita, Blackhawks playmaking legend, outside the United Center.
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Displays
Blackhawks Championship Displays
Displays honoring the Blackhawks’ six Stanley Cups, including the 2010–2015 dynasty.
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Architecture
Madhouse Atrium
The United Center atrium — the Madhouse on Madison’s soaring indoor gathering space.
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Displays
Hall of Fame Wall
Wall honoring Blackhawks Hall of Famers and retired numbers.
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Displays
Original Six Displays
Exhibits on the Blackhawks’ Original Six heritage and early Chicago hockey.
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Signature
Blackhawks Legacy Plaza
Plaza celebrating Blackhawks legacy outside the United Center.
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Displays
Centennial Exhibit
Exhibit marking a century of Blackhawks hockey in Chicago.
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Architecture
Atrium
The United Center's grand atrium, the main arrival hall for Bulls and Blackhawks nights.
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Displays
Championship Banner Display
Six Bulls championship banners hanging in the United Center rafters.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights throughout the Blackhawks and Bulls seasons at United Center.
Through the years
History
Names
- 1994-presentUnited Center
Home teams
- 1994-presentChicago BullsNBA
- 1994-presentChicago BlackhawksNHL
Big moments
- 1998Michael Jordan 6 championships
- 1996Democratic National Convention
Getting there
Plan your visit
Parking
Multiple lots nearby. $20-40.
Transit
CTA Blue Line - Medical Center/Damen. Free shuttle from Ogilvie.
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