Benchmark International Arena guide: schedule, start times, food, parking and bag policy

Benchmark International Arena holds up to 19,092 fans and is home to Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL). This page lists every remaining home game with its start time, and the arena's doors, food, parking and bag rules.

When are the remaining home games?

37 home games left, starting Thu Oct 29, 2026. Times are local (Eastern).

When do the doors open at Benchmark International Arena?

Doors open for a Tampa Bay Lightning game 60 minutes prior to puck drop. Doors for Benchmark International Club Level, Ashley VIP Lounge and Executive Suite guests open 90 minutes prior to the start of the game. Door times for other events vary, typically 60 to 90 minutes before showtime. (source)

Before you go

• Bags: Bags larger than 12 inches by 12 inches by 12 inches are prohibited. Large bags, not including small clutches, must go through an X-ray scanner prior to entry. For hockey games, bags larger than 4 inches by 6 inches by 1.5 inches must go through an X-ray scanner. Medical and parenting bags exceeding these sizes are permitted, subject to additional search procedures. Bag policy.
• Payment: Benchmark International Arena has implemented cashless payment at all arena-managed retail and concession locations, with mobile ordering for select concessions.
• Getting there: The free TECO Line Streetcar stops directly at the arena (Benchmark International Arena Station at Channelside Drive and Beneficial Drive), connecting to Ybor City and downtown Tampa. On game and event nights the streetcar runs extended hours. Parking and transit.

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