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    Chartway Arena

    4.0 (48 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
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    Mary-Ann L.

    Here tonight for Lauren Daigle concert. Parking was organized with adequate signs even for overflow parking. There are several concessions from souvenir merchandise to pretzels, popcorn, even Starbucks was in house and was open. Restroom was relatively clean, not overcrowded or ridden with long lines.

    Maria C.

    I love it here! I have been to this arena for several events. Let's see: kiddie shows wrestling plays concerts comedy shows conventions graduations To name a few, and this place delivers five stars each time! Every time I have visited the facility including the restrooms are well maintained. Parking, plentiful. The garages are well staffed. Now you will pay a great deal at the concessions area, but the food here is pretty decent for arena food. It depends on the event, arrive early to avoid long lines. You have the option to purchase suites if you are attending with a group or just rather have a section to yourself away from the general population. Great venue! But keep in mind, the higher you park up the longer it will take to get out the garage, so pack your patience. There is street/meter parking available if you want to pay extra. But garage parking is usually free. Have fun and enjoy life :)

    Concert night!
    Quawnishia M.

    I have been to this venue before but never for an actual concert. I don't know who can say they don't like this arena but it is perfect for me. I like the fact that it's smaller and more intimate than other places. The check in process was quick and easy, the staff seemed friendly and thoroughly wanted the concert goers to have a good time. I purchased tickets to see New Edition. I specifically picked this area because I felt that we would have more space with Covid going on. I am so glad that it did not disappoint. Our seats ended up being at a table with high back chairs which were very comfy. The section we were in had a private bar only for the people who were seated in that area. Upon entering the area you could only gain access by showing your ticket. I thought this was a great strategy because people from other areas couldn't come up and crowd the bar. I especially like the fact that unlike being on the floor, if people wanted to stand I was still able to see without them blocking my view. The concert was supposed to start at 8 PM, it got started shortly after and ended shortly after 10 PM. Again another positive note as most concerts start extremely late and you end up leaving extremely early in the morning. We had a wonderful time and the show was absolutely amazing. I would not change a thing. I prefer going to this venue instead of The Scope or The Colosseum.

    Matt F.

    First time here and we got to see an ODU Men's Basketball game. Seating is comfy cushioned stadium seating. We sat in section 108 row M. Solid view of the court. I'd say even the "nosebleed" section of this arena would still give a good view. The Megatron in the middle is high quality. The band played some good tunes. Cheerleaders put on a good show too. Food selection decent and well priced as well. We had BBQ Nachos (chips, some decent BBQ chicken and a cup of cheese sauce. No jalepenos available today ). French fries were fresh and crispy. They have different ticket options including one with an all you can eat buffet. Might check that out next time.

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    Ivy P.

    This arena was previously known as the Ted Constant Center. Not exactly sure why the name change but the center hasn't changed at all. Went for the December 2022 graduation. It was a nice ceremony and was proud to be there celebrating my daughter-in-law getting her Masters degree. Congratulations to her and all graduates.

    Big Blue room
    Pravash M.

    Multi purpose venue for academic, music/entertainment, hobby, and sports events. Recent visit was for an ODU Men's Basketball game. Free parking in adjacent garage. Facility was clean and bright, staffed with well positioned ushers/security force throughout the well-marked arena. Visited the "Big Blue room" pre-game and during halftime which included FREE water and soda, not to mention $2 cups of wine/draft beer and various low cost concessions. Don't let the lines fool you, they dispense stuff quickly and efficiently. PSA: you can leave the room with water/soda but NOT beer/wine. Room even has a large countdown to action clock on the wall not to mention 3-4 projection TVs showing sports/ESPN programming. I was quite impressed with the production quality of the event. The lineup intro with light show/smoke, music and digital screens with movie vignettes were quite the audio/visual treat! Bravo to the team that's cranking out graphics and keeping stats that push to the large ceiling mounted Jumbotron visible from all sides of the arena. Restrooms were fairly well kept and maintained, with locations scattered throughout the complex.

    Taste of India Event 4/27/19
    Amanda S.

    I have been to several graduations and events here at the TED. I even took a freshman course here once. Very spacious venue once inside. Elevators and stairs are provided to navigate through the floors. Restrooms were slightly difficult for us to find during the events we attend. Staff sometimes aren't familiar with where they are located from where they are posted. Still, this place makes it possible for Norfolk to have events and graduations right by the university. Making it possible for college students to attend within walking distance. A parking garage can be found on either side. Free to park.

    ODU Mens Basketball
    J David H.

    I have been wanting a reason to come the Ted Constant Convocation Center for a long time. Nothing had presented itself to me for almost 10 years. My wife who works at ODU is there often for meetings. However, it was a ODU Men's Basketball game that got me in the door. Affectionately known to those in the community as "The Ted" this was part of a 2000 University Village project to bring in restaurants, college housing and more. Construction was completed in the Fall of 2002. Parking for The Ted is in a parking garage beside and it's FREE! When you have never been in some place, seen pics, or really have anyone tell you about it there is no expectation. So I must say I am now a huge fan after seeing what they pulled off for a small 10,000 seat venue. As a matter of fact The Ted has been voted in the top 10 of all venues under 10K in the world and 2nd in the U.S.. They are managed by Global Spectrum and from what I could see operations are excellent. The front of the building is modern and attractive. The outside sidewalk areas clear with trash cans around. The trees out front were all lit up with white lights for the Holidays and looked festive. My experience with ticket check in was terrific and friendly. The lobby surprised me, lot of ODU memorabilia that was organized neatly in cases. A very small under whelming cart sold ODU items for the game. If there is one improvement I could make it's to gave a retail store to sell ODU items. Once inside I was completely impressed with the aesthetics as a basketball venue. Awesome scoreboard and newer floor from what I understand. Sixteen luxury suites surround the interior up rights. There are also upper club and priority cushioned seats in the venue. The bulk of seating for basketball are 7,300+ comfortable fold downs. My seats were general admission which is beside and behind the ODU band. If you get there early enough like I did these are really great seats and you can almost set on the floor. It was also nice to be beside the ODU Pep Band which kept the energy up throughout the game. I was quite shocked to find the seating was probably 75% full and this is break folks. There are two concession stations on the second level that serve exactly the same thing. Service was friendly, the fries were HOT and seasoned nicely and prices fair. NO Alcohol is served. The product as far as ODU Basketball is excellent. Tickets are cheap and season tickets are offered and I found that many get them too! They are having a great season and are 11-1 at this point in the season leading up to continued conference play in January. The team dominated and ultimately ran over St. Mary's. This team should be a NCAA contender. How far they will go if there tix is punched is anyone's guess. Before leaving I walked around the facility some and did utilized the restrooms. For a 12 year old building it appears brand new, there is no signs of wear and the management of the facility has been excellent. Departure out of the garage was insane easy, you just don't find that when you go to an event. I enjoyed myself so much that I got tickets for tomorrow's Women's home game. I can't wait to do it all over again at The Ted. Don't let the current overall rating fool you, this is a 4-5 star venue easy and we are lucky to have it in Norfolk my friends.

    Tami C.

    #8/2020 I guess it's a decent venue in the area for all kinds of events and shows. Plenty of parking with two garages on either side and they're free so that's a huge plus!!! Inside, i think it's pretty clean and self explanatory when trying to locate your seats. Everything is easy to read and follow. Now the seating situation..... It's probably the worst thing about this place. Nothing surprising as everyone comments and mentions about it. They're made for tiny ass people. No room for anything. Not even your own butt or elbows. Not kidding either. I know it's designed to house as many people as they can but it's a damn shame how much they charge for tickets and then you end up just being so uncomfortable throughout your show. I've been to Harlem Globetrotters games, a concert, a Madea play, and a couple comedy shows. It's fine sitting close among your friends and family but it's not fun sitting on top of (or in my case, under) strangers. It's definitely not fun having someone's butt cheek resting on one of your thighs either. Yeah, it's that close. Heaven forbid it's winter when you attend a show because again, guess what? Nowhere to put your big ass coat neither. Plus your drink. Plus your nachos. Ridiccc. It's been awhile since I've purchased anything at their concession stands but I remember from years past, just like at any other venue, prices are ridiculous so expect that. Lastly, to me, the sound system is great! No problem there. I do wish they would project the comedians on the "jumbo" screens so that viewers from the sides and seated further away can get a better look at the performer! Not fun squinting at an ant. Just my two cents.

    Tank

    I recently came here this weekend to see The Sketchbook Tour with Fantasia, Tank, Robin Thicke, and The Bonfyre. Omgggg!!! All of the artist was soooo good! The venue was pretty big too. I know this is a little weird too say. But the restrooms at this venue are very clean. It surprised me especially with the amount of people using the restroom at the concert. My only complain is why is the food up stairs and the alcohol station downstairs?! When you have heels on and you have to go alllllll the way up stairs to get something to eat. That can be a disaster coming down those stairs. Just saying.... This was my second time coming here. I did come here for a graduation a year ago. I also like the fact that the parking garage is not 5 blocks away. Like at some arenas/venues. It's also extremely convenient cause it's right in the smack dab of so many restaurants. So you can get a quick bite to eat before you go inside. If you get a little sleepy after the show. There is a hotel next door.

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