Which Toyota Arena this is, and the short seat answer
Several buildings carry the Toyota Arena name. This one stands in Ontario, California, in the Inland Empire east of Los Angeles, just north of Interstate 10 between Haven and Milliken avenues. It opened on October 18, 2008, as Citizens Business Bank Arena, and took the Toyota name on June 11, 2019, under a naming-rights deal with the Southern California Toyota Dealership Association. Tickets, maps and older apps may still show the old name.
The building is a mid-size arena, which is good news for seat choice: the farthest seat is not very far. For hockey, the best seats are sections 104 and 116, which RateYourSeats places between the blue lines, with the neighboring sideline sections (102–106 and 114–118) close behind. For an end-stage concert, the floor sections nearest the stage and the lower side sections closest to it lead the way, and sections 210 and 211 on the upper end give a head-on view for far less.
Wikipedia lists capacity at 9,736 for hockey, 10,832 for basketball and up to 11,089 in the fullest configuration. The arena is home to the Ontario Reign of the American Hockey League, the Los Angeles Kings' top affiliate, and the Empire Strykers of the Major Arena Soccer League.
How the seating is laid out
Toyota Arena has two main seating rings plus a floor, and the numbering is straightforward. RateYourSeats also lists a small group of 300-numbered sections (311–313).
Lower level: sections 101–122
The 100 level rings the ice or court. RateYourSeats lists sections 101 to 122, with a few numbers (such as 107, 110 and 113) skipped on its map. Sections 104 and 116 sit at center on opposite sides, and the numbering runs around the bowl between them.
Upper level: sections 201–219
The 200 level follows the same pattern one ring up, with 204 and 216 at center. RateYourSeats describes the upper end sections as having no more than ten rows (lettered A to J), so even the top row is close by big-arena standards. Facing the ice or stage, the lowest seat numbers are on your right.
Floor and suites
For concerts, the floor is divided into numbered floor sections, and RateYourSeats identifies the center floor blocks as the prime ones. The arena also has 36 luxury suites on two levels, according to Wikipedia.
Because the building is compact, the 200 level here plays more like the back of a lower bowl elsewhere. That makes it the main value ring for every event type.
Best seats for Reign hockey, basketball and concerts
Ontario Reign hockey
Start with sections 104 and 116, then work outward along the sideline to 102, 103, 105, 106 and 114, 115, 117, 118. Rows a little above the glass are the sweet spot: low enough to feel the speed, high enough that the boards do not cut off the far side of the rink. On the 200 level, sections 204 and 216 and their neighbors give a full-rink view that beats most low seats behind the nets.
Basketball and indoor soccer
The same sideline sections work for Lakers preseason games, which have been held here nearly every year since the arena opened, and for Empire Strykers matches. For arena soccer, a seat a few rows up sees the boards-to-boards passing better than the front row.
End-stage concerts and comedy
Center floor sections are the closest view, but they are flat, so shorter fans may see more from the first rows of the lower side sections near the stage. RateYourSeats points to sections 103–105 and 115–117 on the lower level and 203–205 and 215 upstairs as good side angles. For a straight-on view of the whole production, sections 210 and 211 on the upper end face the stage directly.
Seats to think twice about
- Side sections right beside an end stage often lose the video screens and part of the set.
- Low rows behind the hockey nets give an up-close look at one goal and a poor view of the other end.
- Upper corners at the stage end of the building are the weakest concert angle.
Parking, rideshare and getting to Ontario
Most fans drive. The arena lists more than 3,500 parking spaces next to the building. As of 2026, lots open two hours before the event and close an hour after it ends. Prices vary by event and buying in advance costs less than paying on the day, according to the arena's parking guide. Every lot has accessible spaces, and an accessible drop-off zone sits outside the main entrance on the southeast side. Tailgating is not allowed, and nearby businesses tow cars parked in their restricted zones.
Freeways
From Interstate 10, exit at Milliken Avenue or Haven Avenue and head north to Concours Street. From Interstate 15, take the Fourth Street exit, then Milliken Avenue and Concours Street. The arena warns that some third-party maps show the wrong entrance, so follow its own directions.
Rideshare, transit and flights
Rideshare pickup and drop-off is on the north side of the building, reached via Via Asti off Fourth Street. Taxis wait on Ontario Center Parkway. Metrolink riders can take the train to the Rancho Cucamonga station and finish by bus or taxi, and Omnitrans buses serve the area. Ontario International Airport is within five miles, which makes the arena an easy stop for out-of-town fans. Check the arena parking guide before you leave.
Bag size, doors and entry rules
As of October 2026, the arena's A–Z guide limits bags to 12 by 12 by 6 inches and bans backpacks and oversized bags. Medically necessary bags and diaper bags with a child are exceptions, and every bag is inspected. Check the arena's current policy before you go, because a separate policy page lists slightly different diaper-bag dimensions.
- Doors: usually about one hour before the event, varying by show.
- Re-entry: not allowed, except with a Guest Services manager's approval for medical reasons or to return a prohibited item to your car.
- Payments: the arena is cashless; a cash-to-card machine sits near the box office.
- Not allowed: outside food and drink, strollers, laptops and tablets, selfie sticks, and signs larger than 11 by 17 inches.
- Smoking: not permitted inside; a designated area sits outside the northwest entry when open.
Guest Services is on the main concourse near section 109. The full list is in the Toyota Arena A–Z guide.
From speedway site to Inland Empire arena
The city of Ontario built the arena on part of the old Ontario Motor Speedway property. Construction began on March 7, 2007, and the city paid for the roughly 150 million project by selling land elsewhere, so the building opened debt-free. The city still owns it. AEG ran the arena from 2008, and its successor ASM Global took over on July 1, 2016.
The first event, on October 24, 2008, was a sold-out Lakers preseason game against Oklahoma City. Carrie Underwood played the first concert that November, Metallica filmed part of a music video here during a December 2008 show, and Sade recorded a live release here in 2011. Hockey started with the ECHL's Ontario Reign; in 2015 the Kings moved their AHL affiliate from Manchester, New Hampshire, to Ontario, and it kept the Reign name. The arena also hosted the 2020 AHL All-Star Classic, WWE television tapings and Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live, which returns each September.
In late May and early June, the arena is busy with high school graduations from across the Inland Empire. More history is on the arena's Wikipedia entry.
Frequently asked questions
Is Toyota Arena the same as Citizens Business Bank Arena?
Yes. The Ontario, California, arena opened in 2008 as Citizens Business Bank Arena and was renamed Toyota Arena on June 11, 2019. The building and address did not change.
How many people does Toyota Arena in Ontario hold?
Wikipedia lists 9,736 for hockey, 10,832 for basketball and 11,089 in its largest configuration. It is the largest arena in the Inland Empire.
Where are the best seats for an Ontario Reign game?
Sections 104 and 116, between the blue lines, are the top picks, followed by the sideline sections on either side of them. On the upper level, 204 and 216 give a full-rink view for less.
What size bag can I bring into Toyota Arena?
As of October 2026, bags can be no larger than 12 by 12 by 6 inches, and backpacks are not allowed. Check the arena's A–Z guide for your event.
How does parking work at Toyota Arena?
More than 3,500 spaces sit next to the arena, opening two hours before events. Prices vary by event and are lower when bought in advance; tailgating is not allowed.
Is there public transit to Toyota Arena?
Omnitrans buses serve the area, and Metrolink riders can use the Rancho Cucamonga station and finish by bus or taxi. Most visitors drive or use rideshare.