Smoothie King Center travel guide
Visiting Smoothie King Center for a New Orleans Pelicans game in New Orleans? This guide summarizes the venue address, transit, parking, entry policies, and accessibility information so you can plan arrival and the return trip in one place.
Smoothie King Center visitor details at a glance
- Address
- 1501 Dave Dixon Drive, New Orleans, LA 70113
- Home team
- New Orleans Pelicans
- Transit
- New Orleans RTA bus and streetcar routes serve the downtown area. Check the trip planner and event-day service updates for a route and return option.
Parking at Smoothie King Center
The Smoothie King Center campus has multiple garages and surface lots for event parking.
- Public facilities include Garages 1, 1A, 2, 2A, 5, and 6, plus Champions Garage and surface Lots 3 and 4.
- Parking is cashless; plan to pay by card or digital wallet.
- Rideshare drop-off and pick-up zones are on Poydras Street.
Entry and venue policies at Smoothie King Center
The venue is cashless, screens guests at entry, and does not allow re-entry.
- The general bag limit is 14 × 14 × 6 inches, but requirements can vary by event.
- Outside food and beverages are prohibited.
- Public Safety may conduct a visual or full search at entry.
Accessibility at Smoothie King Center
Accessible parking, drop-off, seating, and assistive services are available.
- Accessible parking is in Lot 3 on a first-come basis with a valid placard or registration.
- Accessible drop-off and pick-up is at Dave Dixon Drive and Le Rouge Lane.
- Wheelchairs, assistive-listening devices, and sensory bags are available at Guest Services near Section 108.
Popular places near Smoothie King Center
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Official venue and travel resources
Visitor references checked Nov 11, 2026. Event schedules, service, venue rules, parking inventory, and prices can change; confirm details for your event.
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