Norfolk Scope Arena

Norfolk Scope is an awesome venue for catching an Admirals game, a concert, or any major event in the area. I recently had the chance to experience a game from one of the box suites, and it was well worth it. The suite itself was spacious, offering a great view of the ice, and the wait staff was absolutely phenomenal--attentive, friendly, and quick to make sure we had everything we needed throughout the game.Even outside of the suites, the seats never disappoint. We can't forget the food! From classic stadium food to something a little different like tacos, everything is fresh and well-prepared. The staff at the concessions are always friendly and keep the lines moving, even during the busiest moments. If you're stopping by the pub inside the arena, you're in good hands. The bartenders are great and keep the drinks flowing with great service.One thing I always remind people about attending a hockey game at the Scope: dress warm! The arena can get chilly, especially if you're sitting close to the ice. Layer up so you can stay comfortable while cheering on the Admirals.Beyond hockey, the Scope hosts a variety of events throughout the year, and I'm already looking forward to coming back for Patriotic Festival this summer. Whether it's a sporting event, concert, or festival, this venue is a staple in Norfolk, and they do a great job making every experience a good one. Looking forward to my next visit!

Before I begin let me start off by saying that this review is based solely upon my personal experiences and my personal experiences alone, so with that being said let's begin!. My wife and I and two other couples visited this establishment for a concert. It was a decent experience. Music and performances were great and the atmosphere and crowd were fantastic!I left off one star because the prices for the food and drinks were ridiculous! I understand this is a business and money has to be made but I believe the prices were outrageous! Other than that the experience was very nice. I would definitely recommend going there if you're in the area for any event. Just be prepared to spend some money!They don't accept cash payments other than to tip the workers...

The first annual Cousinz Festival was hosted at the Norfolk Scope Arena and it was the perfect location for such an, amazing event. The Scope Arena Grounds included food trucks, DJ sets, and vendors. I loved that they also had a designated cooling station area as well. Since we decided to eat before coming to the event, we grabbed some bottles of water and listened to a few songs from the DJs before heading inside. A few artists were performing on the main stage, including Erykah Badu, so once we found our seats, we were excited to enjoy the show. The seats were pretty comfortable and to me, there was no bad seat in the arena. Erykah Badu definitely did her thing. I'd never seen her in concert and she did not disappoint. Overall, we had a great time at the festival and I hope the Scope Arena hosts it again next year.

It's been over five years since my last review. I visited this venue for a different type of event. This was not a sporting event, no concert, but the RnB Block party was held here on the first Saturday in December 2023.No issues getting to the parking lot and parking was cool. Free parking this night, definitely did not expect this, but was happy!The venue itself is dated, but it does the job.The event itself was definitely unorganized and it seemed the venders were not prepared for the huge crowd.Nevertheless, I will always be a fan of the scope, but this event, nah.Have fun and enjoy life :)

We visited this venue for a comedy show on a Saturday evening. I came to the venue the day before to buy the tickets. Since I paid with a card I had to pay an extra fee for the tickets. The clerk was nice and advised me to get there early since there was another event at the same time. When we arrived the main parking lot was already full so we had to park in another parking structure. Parking was $10 to park in the lot. The venue was large and the ushers were helpful in finding our seats. During the show we got mudslide drinks. They were tasty and strong. After the comedy show we got stuck in the lot for about an hour after the show. Unfortunately no one was out assisting with traffic control.

Over many years, we have been to the Scope Arena for different events from hockey, the circus and more. We came here most recently to attend Cirque Du Soleil on a Saturday evening.We parked in the garage adjacent to the arena which cost $10. We arrived early so we could have dinner on Granby Street at Codex. It is nice that the arena is walking distance to a plethora of dining options for before or after your event.Getting in to the arena was easy and fast with mobile ticket scanning. They seem to have that system down for ease of entrance. Finding our seats was also easy. Ushers were available but we did not need assistance.Seating was great and it seems to be one of those venues where all the seats have a decent view. When departing the show, they didn't have all of the exits open so there was a bit of a bottleneck and wait as you shuffle like cattle to get out. We didn't purchase any food or drinks since we had just enjoyed dinner downtown, but we did see vendors for popcorn (huge line), tacos, pizza, ice cream and beverages.

My experience at Norfolk Scope Arena for a Norfolk Admirals ice hockey game was overall positive, earning it a solid three-star rating. While the team unfortunately lost, the arena itself left me with a good impression. Tickets were $5 off with military ID.One of the highlights was the fantastic deal on Fridays with $2 draft beers and hotdogs. Although the hotdogs weren't exceptional and arrived somewhat cold with un-steamed buns, they were decent enough, especially considering the affordable price. It's worth noting that the $2 draft beers provide a more budget-friendly alternative to the somewhat steep $20 charge for canned beers.Parking, however, presented a bit of a challenge. The $10 fee is reasonable, but the process of getting into the garage was a bit hectic. Improved signage or traffic management could enhance the overall experience for attendees.Surprisingly, the game wasn't as packed as expected. While this didn't significantly affect my personal experience, it might be something for others to consider if they enjoy the energy of a full house during sports events.Despite the minor hiccups, Norfolk Scope Arena remains a solid venue for sports enthusiasts, offering reasonably priced concessions on Fridays and a generally enjoyable atmosphere. With a few improvements in parking logistics and perhaps a tweak to the hotdog presentation, it has the potential to elevate the overall experience even further.

Today has been exceptional! My first Tattoo event and I can't wait until next year!! Thank you to our armed forces and allies for their contributions and amazing talents! Today will be one for the books

Attended Sebastian Maniscalco concert the other night, first time at this venue. Walking to the Arena, it was very aged, not well maintained, grasses growing through pavers, mold on the cement, it looked very unkept. I don't live in Norfolk, travelled fromOBX and was extremely disappointed with the venue. It really shows signs of aging and quite frankly should be torn down and replaced. The seats on the floor were extremely uncomfortable and the steps going down were extremely dangerous. The city of Norfolk should definitely be embarrassed, even the comedian referred to the area as "I Am Legend ", the movie ....a type of apocalypse city!!

It seems smaller than I remember . . . probably because I was a smaller human (ie 10/11 years old) during my last visit. We visited Norfolk Scopre to check out Cirque du Soleil and had an amazing time. While the seats were a bit tight, the chairs were somewhat comfortable. Actually I'll elaborate on this. I think we have been spoiled with larger seats and aisles in movie and expect the same for arenas. So, the seat were pretty normal/average sized. Of course, if you like a little more leg room, you should try to get an aisle seat. The Scope's sound and lighting were pretty much on par with other venues in the area. I thought the ushers were very helpful and friendly (especially dealing with a few rude attendees). While The Scope has ample parking, I was a bit surprised that parking was $10. I dunno, it seemed pretty pricey since other parking garages in the area charge around $2-$5 for parking.