Great facility for NHL games, except the seats are very small and uncomfortable. The people next to me were almost on my lap. Drinks and food are expensive as expected, but there are plenty of options. Ladies, if you don't already know, do not bring purses. Anything bigger than a wallet will make you walk a Ling way to get to the only entrance that can search the bags, if they even allow it in at all.

Finally got to see my favorite band, Pearl Jam, at the Xcel Energy Center! The sound was incredible even with how far away our seats were. The show/the band was absolutely perfect. However, the venue itself needs some work. The seats are so small and close together. It was very uncomfortable. It seems like they're probably more worried about getting as many people in there as possible, rather than the comfort of those who paid to be there. The prices of drinks are outrageous, so we didn't even consider buying anything. The ushers and employees were actually really great. We had to ask at least one employee about where our seats were, and they were very quick to help us and very friendly. Overall, I think it would take another Pearl Jam show to get me to come back to this venue. There are plenty of other venues, and I don't think I would ever go out of my way to attend another show here.

I've been coming here for concerts, games, and other events for years now and I have had a usually quick and painless entry as well as time maneuvering around the venue. My only qualm with the venue is the no purse rule because it is personally inconvenient, but I understand and comply with the request with no fuss. The place is clean and connected to a parking ramp for nice indoor walking in the winter from car to venue. The food is never-ending and delicious!

Xcel Energy Center is a great stadium for concerts and amazing for seeing the Wild (definitely check out a Wild game- the energy is amazing!) We went recently to see the Transiberian Orchestra and as usual we weren't let down. Our seats were in section 110 which have a fantastic view for concerts. For the Wild- if you get the chance, get tickets in the club level. You won't regret it! Staff working at Xcel during the concert we were just at on Dec. 30 were fantastic. Getting through the doors was quick even with a medical bag. Every one was so incredibly kind, smiling and friendly. At the food and drink stands, it was the same- smiles and friendly vendors despite how busy it was. A lovely woman working at the Food Court went above and beyond providing with organizing the ability to carry our food and condiments back to our seats in a wheelchair. This is the best service you can ask for! Accessibility at Xcel is pretty great for wheelchair users. There are a lot of seat options to choose from when you're selecting tickets. Door attendants at the events I've been to have been at the ready to point wheelchairs in the proper direction for security screening then quickly screen through the doors. Section 107 has an excellent family bathroom if you need caretaker help, extra space, to change clothing, or other private needs in the restroom. The main bathrooms are average as far as having a few handicap stalls you'll wait in line for and sorta usable sinks. Be aware that as usual- grab some hand towels before washing your hands or you're stuck at the sink. Wheelers know what I'm talking about. All in all you should have a great time here.

I have been to the Xcel Center many times over the years for games/concerts/events/conventions. We visited a few weeks back to take in a Wild game. It was my child's first Wild game and they have a cool booth where you can get a 'first game' certificate, get your photo taken and also get a souvenir [made of wood] mini hockey stick...all for free. It was a hit, for sure. The screening process to enter the venue is SO smooth and fast. We literally just walked through the scanners, no bag/body checks. This kept the many folks making their way inside at the same time moving quickly. While the Wild lost the game, we still had so much fun. We strolled around the outer areas of the arena and enjoyed seeing all the hockey/Minnesota memorabilia. I also loved all the Peanuts character statues throughout. [Charles Schulz = Saint Paul's golden son!] The Xcel is a very nice complex with plenty of food and beverage options, from sit-down restaurants to counter service to mini donut carts. Of course, the food prices are silly but, you already knew that. We did counter service and the lines were longish but, moved very quickly. Service was friendly. If you're feelin' fancy, you can attempt to rent a private suite to host your friends/colleagues during an event. We just had regular seats, right next to the organ player's skydeck though so, that was neat to watch him perform. Parking is fairly abundant between the large lot adjacent to Xcel along with all the smaller surface lots scattered around the area. Event parking is typically twenty dollars per vehicle. A nice thing about Xcel is even if you have 'nosebleed' seats, there isn't ever a bad seat in the house. It is easy to see the ice/stage/whatever from all around inside. Plus...they have plenty of jumbotrons to ensure quality viewing. The complex always appears clean with plenty of staff nearby should you need assistance. If you are planning a longer visit, the location can't be beat! There are plenty of restaurants/shops/hotels within walking distance of the Xcel Center. Lovely Rice Park is just behind the venue and always worth a stroll if you have some extra time.

Visited for an NHL Hockey game with the Lightning facing the Wilde. Fans were friendly. Arena and seating was great. Parking ramp seems a little aged.

We’re huge hockey fans, like many Minnesotans and we’ve been to a handful of games in the past. We decided to take our almost two-year-old son to his first game. Needless to say, he was in awe! The warm-up jams got him right away. Zamboni was also a hit and, additionally, he got to see his cousin Riley Tufte play against the Wild. It’s really neat that he got a first game certificate and mini hockey stick too. Loved it!

I have been here multiple times for both sporting events as well as concerts. It’s a beautiful, quaint venue. The club level is super fun and the suites are nice. Food is hit or miss. Drinks are very expensive as you would expect.

Great venue for a concert! My wife and I visited Saint Paul specifically to see a Pearl Jam concert at this venue. It was generally clean and organized. The various staff members serving drinks or helping find your seats were courteous and knowledgeable. I believe the capacity of the place is about 20,000 and that’s actually a really good size for a concert like this.

Was at the game for Military appreciation night. When trying to purchase tickets the section were shown for Military but when you were asked to pick your seats they automatically assigned you seats and I tried a number of times and I would pick seats and they would bring up the same seats and there were seats available where I picked. On the bright side the Wild played well and brought home the win.

Went to see disney on ice! Stairs aren't super steep, good parking. Only thing that could be better is having the beginning seat numbers listed by the section. I never know which side to enter to get to my seat ha I feel bad walking in front of everyone.

We attend the Wild hockey games here, and it's a huge, beautiful stadium! Very clean and nice employees. Prices for food and drinks are too high though.

Come on Xcel - Get it together! I went here in Mid July to see Cirque du Soleil. The show was great! No hate on the show - I enjoyed it and recommend it. The views were good and the sound was good. The temp was good, and my seat was comfy enough. All my frustration is at Xcel as a venue and how they handle policy, etc. They sent several emails to give us a heads up on their (insane) bag/purse policy. You can't have anything bigger than a 4x6 purse. My phone won't even fit in a 4x6 pouch! And of course, they don't apply that rule fairly across the board. I saw SEVERAL people walking around with a bigger purse. Also, they apparently offer the option to pay for a locker, but they don't make that apparent online or in the reminder emails. Plus, while I was there - several very upset women noted that security at the other entrance didn't tell them about the locker option. Also, the cobble stone style walking paths around the building are in bad shape and are not safe - I spent more time dodging holes than enjoying the environment around me. Come on Xcel - fix them! Last, for the love of Pete - don't let people into the venue 20, 30, even 40 minutes late!!! I wish they cared as much about people being on time and my viewing pleasure as they did about their impractical purse policy. 40 minutes in, and my view was still being regularly obstructed by people arriving late and walking down the aisles. Other venues STRESS that you need to arrive early - maybe Xcel could work on that too!

We went to an amazing concert here, and I’ve been through another amazing concert here. The seating is pretty great, but if you are sitting on the second level, it is extremely steep and scary.

Smoke your cigarettes before you go inside because they will not let you out to smoke and then let you back in FYI. I've been here many times before, last night me and my sister went to see Madonna. We were in the 33rd row which was actually a front row on the floor because her stage was so large. The show was incredible. The sound was awesome. Well the sound was loud and it penetrated the body and rocked your bones but could have had better clarity and better acoustics. That said, a venue is a venue is a venue... Pretty on the different concourses and inside you've got no idea what things look like when it's dark, but when the lights go up it's kind of... gross? It's also possible that I just don't like public venues. They never really meet my standards. I have very high standards. My viewing room is beautiful, it is filled with art, it is comfortable and lush. My folding chair was not. I actually don't recommend the floor if you go to see a concert here. I recommend sitting in the first section off the floor in about the third row because then you're going to be eye-to-eye with the entertainer you're going to see. And for God's sake don't reserve parking, the prices are outrageous, like $57 to $65. Just drive around for a bit... we did and we found a parking spot right in front of landmark center paid $3.50 at the parking meter to cover us till 10:00 p.m. and we were good in a nice spot which was frequently patrolled by police. If you need to vape, for God's sake don't do it in the auditorium, go to the bathroom in the stall. Eat beforehand, food is outrageously priced. And finally, stop drinking liquids 2 hours before your event so you don't have to leave to go to the bathroom and you'll have a much better time.