A sprawling, colossal, grandiose edifice- the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Info- stands with its royal stature at Philip Randolph Arena in Florida Jacksonville- a multipurpose entertainment venue which has earned adulation and eulogies galore since its inception in 2003. The Arena which prides itself of having staged concerts by well-known artists, the first among them to have performed being Elton John, is now a favorable venue for sports as well as WWE shows.

Possessing a capacity of accommodating 17,000 people, the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, houses a number of grounds and theatrical zones such as the Times Union Center Performing Arts, Everbank Field, Prime F. Osborne III Convention Center, the Equestrian Center, Baseball Grounds among other minor ones.

Catch some of the most exciting and scintillating events and concerts taking place in Jacksonville at the Arena. Whether it is the thrilling Southern League Playoffs at the Baseball Grounds or the Night Schooling in the Main Arena, a fun-filled horse riding experience for your whole family at the Equestrian Center, each event is indistinguishably unique.

If you are an admirer of soft music or wish to soothe your mind with the mellifluous tunes of the advancing choirs, catch them live at the How Sweet the Sound at ticket prices $5 to $7 for lower level, $7 for main floor and $5 for the Upper level. Tap your feet to the beautiful melody of the Barber and Bolero at the Jacoby Symphony Hall or show your skills in quilt weaving and win wonderful prizes at the Quiltfest to be held on the 25th of September at the Convention Center.

Other upcoming events at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena are Crosby, Stills, and Nash, Fall Home and Patio Show, the Pirates of Penzance, Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts and lots more.

\Built in 2003, the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville is a multi-purpose arena/entertainment venue; where concerts, basketball and hockey tournaments take place.

Some of the popular tourist attractions in Jacksonville include the Friendship Fountain, the Jacksonville Maritime Museum and the Karpeles Manuscript Library, which is the world's largest private collection of original manuscripts & documents.

Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena on Wikipedia

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The Arena can seat up to 15,000 people and has hosted concerts by many popular artists including Hilary Duff, Billy Joel and Taylor Swift. The sports teams which are presently the tenants of the Arena are the Jacksonville Sharks of the Arena football league and the Jacksonville university dolphins' basketball team.

Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena Official Website

http://www.jaxevents.com/veteransmemorial.php

The Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena's 1100 odd club members enjoy several special amenities like first preference when it comes to sales of the tickets and exclusive bar and dining area. The Arena has 28 executive suites which are fully furnished and offer a spectacular sight. Food and beverages, video cameras and audio recorders, laser products and pets are some of the things that visitors are prohibited from carrying into the arena. An exhaustive list can be found in the official website.

Visitors to the Arena can find taxi cabs on the north side of the Arena across the Duval Street. Tickets can be booked from the Arena's Box Office, which is open Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 4:00pm. Prior booked reservations and can be collected with proper photo ID at the Box Office Will Call windows.

Ticket Booking for the Arena

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Jacksonville-Veterans-Memorial-Arena-tickets-Jacksonville/venue/278757

Most people who travel to Jacksonville to attend a show or concert in the Arena prefer staying in hotels close to the Arena; and this demand for lodging in the area around the Arena has lead to the establishment of many fine hotels and Inns.

Extended Stay America, the Hyatt Regency Hotel, The Omni and The Hampton Inn are some hotels which are quite close to the Arena. These hotels cover a wide price range, so you can choose one according to your budget. Because there are many hotels and inns around, it is not always difficult to find lodging near the Arena but when there is a major upcoming event, it's better to make a reservation well in advance.

Hotel reservations and related information

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