Reading, PA venue guide
Check the The Santander Arena bag policy with an official source, then plan your entrances, parking, and dining in Reading, PA. Confirm event-specific entry rules before you go.
Bag policy
One clear plastic or vinyl bag up to 12" x 6" x 12", or one clear drawstring bag up to 12" x 12", or one one-gallon clear resealable bag is allowed, plus a small clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5". Backpacks, large purses, mesh/reusable grocery bags, camera bags, and similar are prohibited; diaper and medical items that cannot fit in a clear bag may be inspected and admitted.
Entrances
Doors typically open one hour before event time; check the event calendar for exceptions. Once a guest exits, re-entry is prohibited. The main arena entrance is at 700 Penn Street.
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Venue essentials
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One clear plastic or vinyl bag up to 12" x 6" x 12", or one clear drawstring bag up to 12" x 12", or one one-gallon clear resealable bag is allowed, plus a small clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5". Backpacks, large purses, mesh/reusable grocery bags, camera bags, and similar are prohibited; diaper and medical items that cannot fit in a clear bag may be inspected and admitted.
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ADA tickets are sold via Ticketmaster and the box office. The 700 Penn Street main entrance has a ramp and lobby elevator to the 100 and 300 levels; 100-level ADA guests may also use the 8th and Cherry entrance, and floor ADA seating uses the elevator behind section 114. KultureCity sensory bags are at Guest Services; assistive listening devices are free at the box office; service dogs are welcome.
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Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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700 Penn Street, Reading, PA, 19602
Official plan-your-visit pages reviewed do not publish public-transit routes; the parking page highlights Reading Parking Authority facilities and promotes Lyft as a rideshare option.
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Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Outside food and beverages are prohibited. Ticket, merchandise, and concession purchases are cashless (major cards; Apple Pay at concessions).
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All 100-level and 300 suite-level restrooms have ADA accessibility.
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Numerous merchandise or novelty booths are available throughout the arena during events; merch purchases are cashless.
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Upcoming events
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