The MassMutual Center is a multipurpose arena located in downtown Springfield, Massachusetts. The stadium has excellent sightlines and you feel like you're close to the action even when you are far away. The video board is state of the art and displays excellent graphics and videos. Capacity for the stadium can go up to 8,000 people. For hockey games the capacity is 6,800.
There are numerous concession stands located on the concourse level. Considering most stadium prices, food is reasonably priced at most of the stands. Amongst some of the food highlights is a Chick-fil-A located behind section 1.The Springfield Thunderbirds team store is located behind section 29 and 30.
The stadium attracts a very passionate Thunderbirds fan base that knows their hockey very well. The stadium can get very loud. Hockey games offer many fan favorite activities including tee shirt tosses, crowd sing-alongs, and being featured on the video board. Safety and security are also very good at the center and there are police and security guards throughout the building.
MassMutual has a great location in downtown Springfield. Once you find a parking spot the stadium is easy to get to. You will have to search for a parking spot sometimes at the MGM Grand Casino parking lot. The line to get in and out can be very long. Plan extra time for parking accordingly.
Don’t miss the Springfield Hockey Hall of Fame located on the concourse. Before or after the game take a walk around downtown Springfield. The MassMutual Center is a quality experience at an affordable price!