Norfolk, VA venue guide
Check the Chartway Arena at Ted Constant Convocation Center bag policy with an official source, then plan your entrances, parking, and dining in Norfolk, VA. Confirm event-specific entry rules before you go.
Bag policy
Large purses, backpacks and other large bags aren't allowed in Chartway Arena. Medically necessary items and diaper bags are allowed after a search at entry. Also prohibited: outside food and drinks, water bottles or mugs, glass bottles, cans, coolers or thermoses, and noisemakers; cameras are allowed only at some events. No re-entry.
Entrances
For most events, doors open 1 hour before start time. The VIP entrance is on the north side at 45th St and Hampton Blvd, where the accessible entrance and curbside drop-off also are; the box office is at 43rd St and Hampton Blvd. No re-entry. Large purses, backpacks and large bags aren't allowed (medical and diaper bags are searched). Kids 2 and up need a ticket.
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Large purses, backpacks and other large bags aren't allowed in Chartway Arena. Medically necessary items and diaper bags are allowed after a search at entry. Also prohibited: outside food and drinks, water bottles or mugs, glass bottles, cans, coolers or thermoses, and noisemakers; cameras are allowed only at some events. No re-entry.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Chartway Arena — A-Z Guide
Verified Oct 6, 2026Chartway Arena — A-Z Guide
Accessible and companion seating is on all levels (sections 101–115 on the main concourse, 204, 214 and 219 on the club level, and in all suites); buy online via 'Accessible Seating' or at the box office. The accessible entrance and drop-off are at 45th St and Hampton Blvd, with elevators to all levels. Assistive listening devices (ID held) and wheelchair escorts are at Guest Services. Interpreters need 10 days' notice.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Chartway Arena — Accessibility
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Getting there
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4320 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA, 23508
Chartway Arena is at 4320 Hampton Blvd on Old Dominion University's campus. Hampton Roads Transit buses serve the Hampton Blvd/ODU corridor; use HRT's trip planner. Accessible curbside drop-off and pickup is at 45th St and Hampton Blvd.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Hampton Roads Transit — Official Site
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
ARAMARK runs concessions on the second-floor concourse; selections vary by event and setup. All concession sales are cashless. Alcohol is served at select events only (call 757-683-5762 to check), and guests 21+ need ID. No outside food, drinks, water bottles or mugs, and you can't bring alcohol in or leave with it.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Chartway Arena — A-Z Guide
All restrooms have diaper-changing stations and accessible sinks and stalls. Family restrooms are at the top of sections 106, 110 and 214 (main concourse and suite level). Strollers aren't allowed in seating areas; Guest Services in the main lobby offers stroller check. The designated smoking area is outside the main lobby.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Chartway Arena — Accessibility
Chartway Arena doesn't publish merch stand locations; merch varies by event. Guest Services in the main lobby handles questions and lost items (757-683-5762), and Old Dominion's Athletics Hall of Fame is also in the main lobby.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Chartway Arena — A-Z Guide
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