Seeing Ariana Grande at Oakland Arena? From Bag Policy to Parking, What to Know

Keep reading for our at-a-glance information on parking options, bag policy, public transit and more for Ariana Grande’s Oakland dates.

(And if this is your first show at Oakland Arena, be sure not to confuse it with the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum next door — the big difference being  that the arena is indoors while the coliseum is outdoors.)

Jump straight to:

• What’s the bag policy at Oakland Arena?
• Is there parking at Oakland Arena for the Ariana Grande shows?
• Can I still get tickets for the Eternal Sunshine tour in Oakland?

What time are the Ariana Grande shows at Oakland Arena?

On Saturday, June 6, Tuesday, June 9 and Wednesday, June 10, the Eternal Sunshine show will start at 8 p.m. each night.

According to Oakland Arena, for “most shows,” their doors open one hour prior to the scheduled performance time.

Since this will be the first stop of the Eternal Sunshine Tour, no confirmed setlists are yet available online. (See it as a great opportunity for Bay Area Arianators to break the news!)

What’s the Oakland Arena bag policy for the Ariana Grande shows?

A big thing to know: Bag check is not available at Oakland Arena, so you should plan accordingly.

Items you cannot bring into the Eternal Sunshine show — so you shouldn’t bring them to the arena — include:

• Bags larger than 14″ x 14″ x 6″
• Outside food or beverage (as well as hard-sided containers like a thermos)
• Coolers
• Any type of backpack
• Weapons or sharp objects
• Bats and clubs
• Selfie sticks and tripods
• Strollers
• Portable chairs
• Seat cushions
• Large banners or flags

Be careful if you’re choosing to stash anything in your vehicle during the show, as break-ins are unfortunately common around the Bay Area. Don’t leave anything on display in your car, especially electronics like laptops — even if you think they’re hidden from view.

Items that are permitted into Oakland Arena but still may be subjected to a search:

• Empty soft plastic bottles
• Binoculars and their cases
• Still cameras with lenses shorter than 3 inches.

What should I know about parking at and near Oakland Arena?

As of publication, you can still buy tickets to parking spots at Oakland Arena on Ticketmaster for June 6, 9 and 10. Prices range from around $48 to $170+.

You may be able to find a more affordable parking space on a website like Spot Hero, which locates available spaces near the venue.

(If you end up using this option, be sure to map out your route and make sure you aren’t too far away from the venue – and wear comfy footwear!)

How to take public transportation to the Eternal Sunshine concert

Public transit schedules can always be subject to change. Check the timings for your route on the day of the show itself, and be sure of your very last service home.

The Oakland Arena is located near BART, the Capitol Corridor Amtrak train, and AC Transit. If you are taking the BART or Amtrak, you’ll get off at Coliseum Station and cross the ramp to the Arena — around a 6-minute walk.

For some of these transportation options, you can use a Clipper Card, a credit or debit card or Apple/Google Pay to tap on and off these services.

If you are taking an Uber or Lyft to or from the event, you will need to be picked up at Baldwin Gate. Baldwin Gate opens two hours before the event starts. Be aware that there will likely be a surge charge around this time due to the crowds.

What should I know about accessibility at Oakland Arena?

Oakland Arena has an online guide to its accessibility services. You can call 510-569-2121 or email customerservice@coliseum.com for information or requests.

Highlights are:

• Assisted Listening Devices are available in the First Aid Section 106
• Elevators are available at the west side, near Section 114, and the east side, near Section 101
• Escalators are available at the west side, near Section 115, and the east side, near Section 128
• ADA parking is available, located at the front of the parking lots closest to Oakland Arena.

How do I know if I’ve got a good seat at the Eternal Sunshine show?

If you are anxious about anything obscuring your sight of the stage or how you want to get to your seat fast, you can check it out on Oakland Arena’s website or A View From My Seat.

Can I still get a ticket for the Eternal Sunshine tour at Oakland Arena?

As of publication, tickets to Ariana Grande’s shows on June 6, 9 and 10 in Oakland are still available on Ticketmaster.

But be warned: prices are at the higher end. The cost of one ticket for the Saturday night show ranges from around $600 to over $2,284.

Many of these tickets are Verified Resale Tickets – meaning tickets being resold by others through the Ticketmaster website.

You could try other resale vendors like StubHub,  but stay cautious about online resales, especially with social media ticket trades. The Better Business Bureau issued a warning about resale scams during Taylor Swift’s 2023 Eras Tour, with many people discovering after sending the money through apps like Venmo or Zelle that these “tickets” never existed.

Check out the person’s profile and their past posting history to see if it seems real. And if you do choose to buy a resale, use your credit card, says the BBB. This at least provides some protection for you if the deal was fake.

If you are getting a resale from a friend, make sure you call them directly — to make sure someone isn’t impersonating them online.