Carver Arena Sports Fan Tips
Carver Arena is a venue in or near Chicago that is most often used for Basketball
Safety at Carver Arena?
The City of Peoria has a high crime rate so just make sure to pay attention to your surroundings.
Carver Arena seating?
The seats are all padded. There isn't much leg room and the seats have no cup holders. The rows are pretty steep which on the bright sight means that no one should obstruct your view no matter where your seat is. But it will be quite a climb if you are sitting in the top rows. The price levels for tickets are as follows: Lower Bowl - $20 Upper Bowl, Lower Bowls at mid-court, and corners - $14 (these seats provide an awesome and inexpensive view) Upper Bowl seats on the ends or the top 10 rows mid-court are only $8.
Best Food and Drink at Carver Arena?
Carver Arena has a large selection of over 30 menu items, featuring classic ballpark food – everything is under $8. To die for sweet potato fries and kettle corn. There are two large concession stands on either side of the arena. During half time, the lines tend to be long. There are four fixed concession stands along the main concourse. Not all of them are open for every event. The sale of alcohol is permitted since it's an off campus arena. Pretty great selection with beer starting at $4.50, wine, and margaritas. You can also order drinks at one of the two bars inside the venue.
Best Insider tip at Carver Arena?
Tip – Expect a line for the restrooms during big points in the game. There are 4 for each gender. Navigating the concourse can be tricky so you should start in the portal the nearest to your exit.
Best restaurants near Carver Arena?
Check out Culver's. Awesome staff and great food: seafood, ice cream and desserts, burgers, sandwiches, salads, kids meals. Family friendly atmosphere. Good value. Another great restaurant is Burger Barge. Great place for families. Highly indulgent, yummy food, huge menu. There is a sandwich that combines a hamburger, a chicken breast, AND a porkchop. Bloody Mary buffet on Sundays.
Carver Arena parking?
There is a parking garage directly across from Carver Arena. It will cost you $10. There is cheaper parking in some private lots on the far side of the Civic Center complex and free parking may be found a couple blocks away on the street which will mean you'll need to walk a little bit.
Best Bars near Carver Arena?
Richards on Main is an absolute must. Basement bar. Unique. Cozy. Good food and beer selection. The best horseshoes and burgers in town. Large portions and good value. If you come with a group get the sampler appetizer platter. Also worth checking out is The Locker Room Sports Bar & Grill. With a great appetizer, wraps and build your own sandwiches, pizza, soups, sides, create your own salads, and regular specials – this is an awesome place. Great atmosphere and reasonably priced. Can't go wrong with pool, darts, and simulated golf.
What to expect from the Carver Arena crowd?
The student section is fairly small which is typical of off-campus facilities. When it comes to non-conference games against mid-major opponents, there isn't a big turnout. For in conference games or games against big time opponents Carver Arena ranks among one of the top venues in the country. Picture 11,000 fans in a building with all that excitement. There is nothing else like that roar of energy and about 80% of the attendees wearing Bradley apparel.