Madison Square Garden
Basketball Stadium, Music Venue, and Hockey Stadium
New York
Has a stamp of approval from The New Yorker and The Wall Street Journal
"Great atmosphere for a Knicks or Rangers Game."!"(16 Tips)
"THE NEW YORK RANGERS ARE THE BEST"(16 Tips)
"Best arena for concerts and games in the heart of NYC."(81 Tips)
"Renovated garden looks amazing!!!!!!!"(35 Tips)
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Retro CampaignsJanuary 10, 2012On November 5, 1932, when the Garden was located on Eighth Avenue (MSG III), Franklin Roosevelt gave the final speech of his presidential campaign there. Read the text of his address at the link. Read more
Check out the chase bridges! & be sure to grab a prime rib sandwich from hill country
Janet Koehler Ifbb ProJanuary 7, 2017What a great experience watching the Bucks vs Knicks court side!!!!!
Rindaanne RiccioNovember 30, 2011During the Christmas season you are guaranteed to be entertained by the salvation army guys! Donate and spread some Christmas cheer! :)
FuseTVDecember 16, 2011SHM fans, you got tickets to the sold-out dance party of the year! If you left friends at home tell them to watch the live stream at youtube.com/fuse 10:45p ET. Tweet using #SHMMSG- now let's rage!
I had a great time for the Phish run, but they a tobacco lounge.
Mark ChuramanFebruary 24, 2011The MOTHER of all arenas! If you're a music fan, seeing a show at Madison Square Garden needs to be done at least once in your lifetime.
Madison Square Garden, often abbreviated as MSG and known colloquially as The Garden, is a multi-purpose indoor arena in the New York City borough of Manhattan.
Carole DiamondFebruary 16, 2014The world's famous arena! One of my fav' concerts & games location ♥️
Republican National ConventionJuly 17, 2012Incumbent President George W. Bush was re-nominated at the 38th Republican presidential nominating convention held August 30-September 2, 2004 at Madison Square Garden in New York.
The New YorkerFebruary 15, 2011In 1967, before it opened, one man muttered to no one in particular that it resembled an oil-storage tank, and a woman told a companion that it reminded her of a hatbox. Read more
Movie MayorOctober 31, 2010In 1971 Frazier & Ali squared off at MSG in the Fight of the Century, featured in 2007's "American Gangster." Its here that Russell Crowe first takes an interest in Denzel Washington's crime career Read more
DICK'S Sporting GoodsJanuary 10, 2013The New York Rangers ended their 54-year championship drought with a win over the Vancouver Canucks in the 1995 Stanley Cup Finals.
IF YOU ARE VISITING ANOTHER COUNTRY, PLEASE HAVE YOUR PASSPORT WITH YOU SO YOU CAN BUY BEER AND ALCOHOL!!!!
Gradie OakesFebruary 17, 2012This is where #17 does work. Do what you have to do to get a ticket so you can watch him run the floor with Amare and Melo.
Gerry McQuadeNovember 3, 2013If you aren't from America then you have to bring a passport to get an alcoholic beverage....... Even if you have other forms of I'D. They still wouldn't serve me with Uk D'licence or military I'd
If you tip the concession vendor $1 he'll give you your bottle caps back!
Good venue for concerts and basketball games, but sadly prevents a nicer Penn Station
David PNovember 3, 2012The rodeo is held here every year. Cheap PBRs (comparatively), Wranglers, and a good time.
HBOSeptember 3, 2011A new day began when Roy Jones, Jr. set the year right after his career and body went wrong. Jones defeated Felix "Tito" Trinidad with a unanimous 12-round decision.
The New York Daily NewsOctober 26, 2010PHOTO: Check out this beautiful pic of Willis Reed laying up on the Bucks from 1970, and go to nydailynewspix.com for more classic Knicks photos! Read more
SeatcrewNovember 1, 2011If you're thirsty before the game, slip down into Penn Station and grab a 24 oz. beer and a hot pretzel for under $4.
One of the easier courts to get close to pregame, so bring a pen if you want to get Lin or Amar'e's autograph.
Tim ConheeneyNovember 29, 2011There's a power outlet on the front of the CVS Rx area. Not sure if you're supposed to use it but it's the only 1 I found outside the waiting areas & I was able to charge my phone w/out a hassle.
Geert MaertensJune 30, 2018If you wanna get a beer take two before the gig. Everything closes even 20 min before the end of the concert. What a shame.
Untapped CitiesSeptember 28, 2012Did you know Marilyn Monroe famously performed a sultry rendition of Happy Birthday, Mr. President for JFK at the third Madison Square Garden. Read more
you haven't really been to msg until you've seen a NYR playoff game
Michelle WendyDecember 2, 2013If you find yourself sitting next to Bill Ackman of Pershing Square court side don't ask him how his Herbalife short is going. Mum's the word
If you're going to be drinking water or soda bring in dasani or coke product caps with you because they take them off when you buy them.
Super tight seats with less legroom than an airplane. Get aisles if you can.
Alex CohenOctober 30, 2015Always fun to go and watch the Knicks put on a pathetic performance. #truetoatlanta
The updates really helped. This place is still great.
Ken CarsonDecember 21, 2010I come for the sports, Barbie comes for the concerts. Between the two of us, we managed to make it to the Garden at least a couple times a year.
Alexandre ValenteFebruary 22, 2011My first time at the Garden was not good, as Rangers was defeated by Panthers for 4-3, but the energy inside is awesome. Love NY.
Ronald WidhaJanuary 3, 2015Bring a US ID or Passport if you want to get alcohol. No other ID is accepted including scanned copies!- Gabriel HayesSeptember 16, 2015Love seeing New York Knicks and St. Johns Red Storm basketball games here.
You can get tickets for Knicks game even on a last minute inquiry at the entrance. Just be lucky!
kayla bJanuary 22, 2012If you're in West Balcony or level 400 and looking for the ladies bathroom head to the last stairwell, tower A
On 4/22/11, I attended Game 4 of the Eastern Conference playoffs between the Knicks and the Celtics with New York Red Bulls MLS star Thierry Henry.
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"From every angle is a good spot to view the show"
Mr Wilson - 8.9
"A must do at some point. Willy Wonka land for arena food. Best arena club around. Went to a Ranger day game -shrimp the size of sharks, lobster frittata, bagels and lox, sushi, lava cake. It’s insane!"
Jason H. - 9.2
"Being a runner sucks."
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- 7.8
"A top spot to play amateur basketball in NYC. It’s also a popular scouting spot, so make sure to bring your A-Game."
Bing - 9.4
"The acrobats are amazing, scene design was great and the music fit. I really enjoyed the show a lot and would recommend it to everyone to see"
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"Great place for a unique NYC experience; full of colorful screens, restaurants, famous shops, Broadway shows, and street shows. Place for souvenirs. No1 place to see in NYC! A-must-see."
Murat - 7.7
"All what you need under one roof. My rating: 8.5/10."
Mo3ath - 7.1
"Stout is THE place to be for Rangers, Knicks and St. John’s games! Great selection of drinks and the ideal NY Sports atmosphere!"
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