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The Prudential Center in downtown Newark, New Jersey, is one of the premier entertainment venues in the United States. It is a multi-purpose, indoor sports arena, which opened in 2007. This facility was built over a two-year period, with a construction cost of $375 million. When it opened, the Prudential Center was the first major sports venue to be built in the New York Metropolitan area since 1981.

The Prucenter, as it is sometimes called, will accommodate large crowds. The number varies, depending on the type of event. For ice hockey it accommodates 17,625; basketball and lacrosse, 18,500; soccer, 16,250; and concerts, 19,500. It is the home of the New Jersey Devils (NHL). Other tenants include: New Jersey Nets (NBA), New York Liberty (WNBA), Seton Hall Pirates (NCAA), and NJIT Highlanders basketball (NCAA).

Noteworthy design features help make this facility a unique destination. Those who approach the building from the front see the arena’s 4800 square-foot, externally mounted, LED display. It is one of the largest in the world. The east-side entrances along Mulberry Street have two enormous “entrance cylinders” named the PNC Tower and the Verizon Tower. These towers, the arena’s most prominent features, provide access for fans by escalator and staircase up to the grand concourse.

More than 200 events take place each year in this venue. Several sports teams and numerous concerts keep its calendar full. Fans go to the Prudential Center to see:

• New Jersey Devils: This team, which is in the NHL’s Eastern Conference, Atlantic division, has made the playoffs in 20 of the last 22 seasons.
• New Jersey Nets: This NBA Eastern Conference team will play at the Prudential Center through the 2012 season.
• New York Liberty: The WNBA team will play at this venue from 2011 until the 2013 season ends. The team is a charter member of the WNBA.
• Seaton Hall Pirates: This NCAA, Division I team participates in the Big East Conference.

From a music lover’s point of view, the top five concert venues in New York City may not be the most famous venues. They might not be the five largest venues either. A top concert venue in this city needs to be unique, offering its own bite of the Big Apple. Some clubs cater to the local music scene and others book national and international acts. These five music hot-spots present a diverse panorama of what New York City has to offer.

Radio City Music Hall (1260 6th Avenue, 212-307-7171)
With a history featuring legendary entertainers like Frank Sinatra and legendary shows like the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular, Radio City Music Hall is a world-renowned, legendary midtown landmark in it own right. This hall is as likely to have AC/DC as Eminem on any given night. It also plays host to special events and film premieres.

Hammerstein Ballroom (311 West 34th Street, 212-279-7740)
The Hammerstein Ballroom’s 75-foot high ceiling and 12,000 square feet of space have made it a popular Midtown venue for musical performances that demand a large stage area, like Britney Spears or other big productions. Three balconies overlook the main floor, offering great sight lines for the wide variety of events housed there, from elite fashion shows to professional wrestling.

Madison Square Garden (4 Pennsylvania Plaza, 212-465-6741)
Midtown’s famous Madison Square Garden is among the most famous arenas worldwide. The 20,000 seat capacity makes it a terrific venue for major musical acts as well as the NBA’s New York Knicks and the NHL’s New York Rangers. Big enough for a circus and intimate enough for a dog show, the Garden is among the last of a dying breed of mega-arenas.

The Knitting Factory (74 Leonard Street, 212-219-3006)
For those who prefer heading downtown, The Knitting Factory showcases rock and jazz bands in one of three intimate settings. Other events like poetry readings and dance performances are held there too.

Joe’s Pub (425 Lafayette Street, 212-539-8777)
For an unpredictable mash-up of all musical genres in a hip setting, try Joe’s Pub in the East Village. Velvet couches and easy lighting make this a pleasant place to catch new acts of all types.

Madison Square Garden (MSG) is located in the Manhattan borough of New York City at 8th Avenue, between 31st and 33rd Streets, and is situated on top of Penn Station. It first opened in 1968, and has been a favorite venue for those playing or entertaining in New York ever since. Billed as “the most famous venue in the world,” by its operators, it seats up to 20,000 spectators and is the third-busiest in terms of ticket sales.

Currently, The Garden, as it is known locally, hosts about 320 events every year. These range from sports games to concerts. It is the home of the NHL’s New York Rangers, the NBA’s New York Knicks, and the WBNA’s New York Liberty teams. It is also known for the boxing matches held there, and for its concerts.

Events at Madison Square Garden are often scheduled months in advance. Some events for 2011 are already in place. These include games by the Knicks and Rangers, as well as shows by the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) and the Westminster Kennel Club. The Harlem Globetrotters have a few of their entertaining basketball exhibitions on the roster as well. Musically, many big names have already scheduled performances for 2011 as well. Among them are Lady Gaga and Bon Jovi. For entertainment suitable for all ages, there is a series of performances by Disney On Ice and one by Cirque du Soleil on the schedule.

Whatever type of entertainment you like, you will find a huge selection at Madison Square Garden. Its fame and size ensure that only the best performers will be booked here. Due to the popularity of the Garden’s games and shows, it’s good to buy tickets in advance. This will ensure that you get your preferred seats when you come to New York to enjoy a game or show at this famous venue.

Check out this map of the MSG floor

The new Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, NJ has three venues: The New Meadowlands Stadium, The Meadowlands Racetrack and The IZOD Center. It is accessible by bus, rail and car, depending on the event.

In December, the Sports Complex will host three NFL games, two with the New York Giants and one with the New York Jets. I’ve been to both Giants and Jets games and both are a blast. (My experience is that the Giants fans are generally more family-friendly.)

• Dec 5 WAS @ NYG New Meadowlands Stadium 1:00
• Dec 12 MIA @ NYJ New Meadowlands Stadium 4:15
• Dec 19 PHI @ NYG New Meadowlands Stadium 1:00

The Izod Center has had so many names that locals just call it the Meadowlands Center. In the past, it was called the Brendan Byrne Arena and Continental Airlines Arena. It’s a multi-purpose indoor arena with a maximum seating capacity of 20,000.

On Friday, December 3, former Black Sabbath front man, heavy-metal godfather and MTV icon OZZY OSBOURNE is bringing his latest tour to the IZOD Center on December 3. This United States visit is part of Ozzy’s current 18-month world tour. He’s getting some of the best live reviews of his life. Legendary Judas Priest front man Rob Halford will also perform with his new band Halford.

On Saturday, December 4, Duke University and Butler University are having a rematch of their NCAA National Championship game at the IZOD Center. Tip-off is at 3:15 pm ET and is being televised live on ESPN. Duke ended Butler’s miracle run last year in a 61-59 thriller to claim its fourth national title.

Prince’s awesome new live production lands on December 14th,15th and 17th. Prince will be jamming with numerous friends such as Maceo Parker, Janelle Monae, Mint Condition, Esperanza Spalding, Cassandra Wilson, Sinbad, Lalah Hathaway, Sheila E. and Graham Central Station.

Thursday, Dec. 30, the WWE Smackdown Superstars hold their final event of 2010—a Triple Threat Steel Cage Main Event Match for the World Heavyweight Championship featuring Edge vs. Kane vs. The Big Show.

I’m sure these are just a preview of what 2011 will bring.

One of the greatest venues in the world for concerts, sports and even motorsports is Madison Square Gardens in New York City. Otherwise known as “The Garden”, MSG currently has the World’s Strongest Man, concerts like Alicia Keys, Pearl Jam and WNBA games on tap. For MSG tickets review our inventory system!