With the music, I listen to, and go to concerts worth going to, my history with this venue is less then a handful of shows to date. the most recent round wasn't very pleasant at all. Bought a ticket to the Dream Theater 40th anniversary show, I knew what I signed up for, a week before the show, the venue with pizza pizza, ran a promotion for a ticket at almost 80% off from the seated rows, and trust me, I was in the last row of seats for the whole building. S O U R ($11.11 plus TM fee's) To add insult to injury once I got into the building and getting to my seat, it was uncomfortably hot, sitting, listening to the band play, to the point where I was sweating bullets. in intermission I went to the bathroom, literally walking from one side of the arena to the other side of the arena, and the bathroom side of the arena was at least 5 degrees colder, with AC on, I know this building has been around forever, and was in the middle of a season change, but half and half is just a battle and a waste of energy and resources. The new metal detectors are really rad, not sure how much they cost, but man if you need a metal detector, this upgrade is so slick, zero body contact and zero harassment. Being tied to a go-station and TTC loop is very beneficial, as parking on the CNE grounds is $35+ at the time of writing and will for sure get much worse, as space in this area is going to be swallowed up shortly. (but who cares about parking if you didnt pay full price for a ticket?) read more

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Went here for the indoor lake during the international boat show. It's a nice space with ample seating and it was arranged with the indoor lake in the center for activities. Well organized and the Different than a regular season sport event and interestingly different. Theres also a few food vendors in the area and connects to the adjacent exhibit spaces. read more

Coca-Cola Coliseum - Indoor lake - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

It might not be particularly exceptional, but I'll lean towards giving a higher review given the history of the building which they've also gone through efforts to preserve. And perhaps it's just by nature of association, but I feel the accessibility being right by Exhibition stadium counts for something too. I'd imagine most minor hockey league teams play in a venue on the edge of a city or even a suburb that probably requires a car, but this is very near the core of the city and near a busy transit hub. Parking is available however if you want it. The food is slightly more reasonably priced than the full pro team venues, but the beer cost was still ridiculous. read more

Went to a recent concert here and wow!!! What an underrated venue. I'd been a few times for hockey games, but never a concert. I feel like an old person complaining, but it was SO loud and the lights were blinding. At one point I put my sunglasses back on because it was like staring at the sun omg. Otherwise, great show. All seats are good seats since it's a smaller venue. Will gladly go back to see another artist I like perform there! read more

Coca-Cola Coliseum - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This building is known as Coca-Cola Coliseum these days. I grew up knowing it to be the CNE Coliseum or even the Royal Coliseum. Back then, it was used for the Royal Agricultural Fair and agricultural displays. When I moved back to the greater Toronto area from Winnipeg, I attended many Toronto Marlies games. The Marlies are a part of the American Hockey League (AHL) and the farm team of the Toronto Maple Leafs. This place was known as Ricoh Coliseum back then. I was a huge fan of the Manitoba Moose and would take in a game when the Moose played the Marlies. I ended up also supporting the Marlies. Marlies games are super affordable compared to taking in Leafs games. It's great if you love watching hockey live without breaking any bank and declaring bankrupcy. I remember staff being friendly and helpful at all my games that I attended. It's an arena that probably houses under 8,000 people. You don't have a bad seat in the house. I was recently in the vicinity and fond hockey memories all came back to me. The coliseum is a part of Enercare Centre. There is underground parking. Credit cards are accepted at the machine. You'll need to use the same credit card to exit. Otherwise, there's an attendant during game day who can help you with your transaction. I remember heading to the coliseum from the underground parking lot, which required you to exit Enercare Centre briefly to go into the building that leads you to the coliseum. It sounds odd, but many of the original buildings were separate entities where you could not readily walk through all of them. It makes sense that you do need to head outside, but it's for such a brief period that it's negligible. The Marlies are currently in the third round of playoffs. Part of me feels bad that I haven't been as supportive as I used to be. I blame being a Minnesota Wild fan and flying down to see the team play. Even with the exchange rate, tickets are much cheaper than getting Leafs ones. I don't remember ever getting food at Marlies hockey games. I have mostly had pop as my drink of choice. It's affordable. Concession stands are decent here. I should take in a game and rekindle watching in-person AHL games again. I should also check out the food, as I'm more of a snacker during hockey games these days. (139) read more

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Attended a show at Coca-Cola Coliseum during the Canadian National Exhibition (CNE), which is home to the Toronto Marlies of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). This 7,779 seat arena venue is part of the Enercare Centre exhibition complex at Exhibition Place. Many know this building as the former Ricoh Coliseum pre-1998. read more

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Less than one. We came from Pennsylvania to see the Hershey Bears. The security lines were very long upon arrival and we missed half of the first period. Then we learned that the cashless venue no longer provides a conversion machine. Many members of our party could not eat. Those that did eat received mediocre service. We waited 15 mins for an order of Mozzarella sticks and the pretzel was rock hard. I'm sad that we had a disappointing evening. read more

Formally the RICOH COLISEUM, Coca-Cola recently bought the naming rights for this arena and home to the Toronto Marlies (AHL affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs). Value for money, attending a game is as good as it gets, tickets for lower bowl, about 8-10 rows from the glass, were under $25 each. And on the right day/night you'll have the chance to see actual future NHLers duke it out. I have to say the quality of hockey was far more physical than watching the NHL, and the skill level of the teams was certainly much lower (low quality passes, lower speed game). It likely has to do with player development, I enjoyed the physical aspect but missed the quality plays the big league team has in abundance. The arena itself is older, and the entry process at the beginning is clunky and a bit slow. They have limited staff and everyone needs to pass through one of 3 security checkpoints. It moves quickly but is still touch and go. Food options are a step above Arena food, but a step below pro arenas but also below pro level pricing. Beer on the other hand is on par with big league prices. Overall, I'd say it's a good family activity that doesn't break the bank, I think we'd go back since going to see the Leafs requires a second mortgage. read more

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Toronto Marlies versus Hamilton Bulldogs @Ricoh Coliseum. Therefore this is based on the stadium being a Hockey game venue. I have been at this multi-venue stadium before while The Royal Agriculture Winter Fair had Horse Show was on but I didn't get entrance to it. Overall I find much similarities to the ACC specifically to be the little Brother of. The Acoustic Speakers and Base were small in size barely noticeable compared to everything else hanging up in the rafters but for a Hockey game it was plenty enough to hear the Announcer clearly and FEEL it as well. The Scoreboard and Panels are a bit downscaled here although it is somewhat expected. It is difficult for people in attendance to understand and keep track of Who, When, What. On the other hand, I do find the seats designed at a comfortable height and comfort level. Ricoh is made for smaller scale venues so there was no Level 500(Rogers Centre) or Level 300(ACC) meaning that everybody at this 50%(4,000) capacity game had good close up vision of the action. read more

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Needed to get tickets for the Wiggles concert.... floor seats for 4 or a suite for 12... hrmmm, no brainer... Emailed MLSE and paper work was done within a few hours and tickets were at my door in 2days... We got upgraded from 12 to the 30 person suite, no one else was there.... I think it would have been "tight" for 30 big boned men. But for 8 crazy kids, oh boy, it was a little playground... The room was clean before we entered, the seats were spacious, arm rests don't go up. the staff was friendly and helpful. View and sound were great. Food was standard fare, but pricey for a Minor league arena, and the waits(mostly because people are using plastic) are a. It long. Only problem I've experienced is when Ricoh has an event and TFC is playing that causes a bit of parking frustration. For a KIDS concert, I think it's a solid 5 star venue! TSO, Ozzy, AC/DC at the ACC would make this place look like a 1 ... Marlies vs Leafs. you're paying 1/5th so I think it balances out. If you enjoy spending $200 for upper bowl seats as opposed to $50 for glass this place isn't for you. But if you'd like to spend a bit less for the venue so you can use those savings for food... Ricoh has plenty to offer. 5 stars for MLSE staff 5 stars for price 1 for food variety 1 for food price(considering where you are) big league prices... 5 for parking if nothing else happening at the exhibition otherwise 1. 1 entrance, yes, but this isn't the acc to need 10 gates... concert halls only have 1 entrance too! Yes I would recommend Yes I'll be coming back read more

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My sister and I went to see Pitbull's world tour last Wednesday which also featured a few small artists and Flo Rida. So this review will be concert-based and not about hockey. The staff at Ricoh work fast and directs everyone to the appropriate entrance and getting through security was fast and efficient. The venue is big enough but it's small compared to the ACC. There's nothing really to complain about besides that this venue is quite old and the washrooms aren't the greatest. The sound system was good because my ears have been ringing ever since. The lighting and projector were clear and bright when the entertainers had their music videos playing on the screen. The seats are pretty good so everyone has a good view of the stage. We never purchase any food at concert venues because everyone knows it's ridiculously overpriced. It would obviously be much better if this concert was performed at the ACC but that won't happen since there were still many seats available on Wednesday. read more

Okay venue for a concert. The staff are fairly disorganized. We bought GA seat tickets which at every other venue means sit wherever you want. Hence the GA part. A staff member, quite rudely, told us we had to sit in the seat we were assigned. Our tickets had no seat number. The only perk was the first 200 GA seat tickets hot upgraded to floor access free. So we went to the floor. I've been watching 2 massive crowds of people try to get on to the floor but being held back for no apparent reason. Okay venue. Water was only $4 which is cheaper than most places. read more

Coca-Cola Coliseum - Dillon Francis at the True Colors Tour. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

It's about time I review this place. Been here multiple times now. I've attended hockey, wrestling and most recently a children's concert here at the Ricoh. Every experience here thus far has been a pleasant one haven't run into anything in particular that would either annoy me or make my wallet much more lighter than it is these days. Apart from the other arenas (ACC AND ROGERS CENTER) this place has fairly good deals and they don't charge that much for food and drink. Your typical beer here will average you about $7 as for the other guys you pay $15 for nearly the same size. Food is good, they have a smokies poutiniery which is a very nice treat. (Instead of stale fries and chicken lol - you know who you are) No seat is a bad seat in this place, if you think that then go sit in the 300's at either Rogers center or acc, then come back to me. The sound in the arena is clear and the atmosphere is like any other arena just way less of crowds billowing. Lots of parking of course and not as expensive as the downtown core would be, so another perk. Parking at the exhibition is about $15 as for downtown would range you from.$20 to $25. All in all a good solid arena and would keep returning, of course depending on the type of talent performing :) thank you Ricoh for being the little guy on the block the average family can afford. read more

We went to the Ricoh yesterday for a Marlies game (vs. the Erie Monsters) with some tickets Heather got comp'd due to work. Factoring in the "free" thing, I'd go four stars... but let's be objective a bit and forget that we didn't have to pay our way. As a sports venue, Ricoh is very good -- not really a bad seat in the house, and I'm honestly left wondering why anyone would pay the extra dollars to be rink-side when the better view is a little higher up. As an "other" venue, however, I have my doubts. As many have observed the sound quality isn't up to snuff. The hockey announcer was clear enough, but other announcements and in-game fluff was fuzzy and, at times, difficult to make out. I can't imagine watching a favourite band at the Ricoh if the sound quality is going to be worse than my own system at home! Otherwise, it's well laid out, spacious, with comfortable seating and a good gradient so as to prevent obstructing views. Food options are limited, with the ubiquitous pizza pizza and stadium hotdogs, cotton candy, etc. Smoke's Poutinerie operated a little kiosk, though, which was a nice touch, and their prices weren't grossly inflated ($7 for a basic poutine, $8 or $9 for pulled pork, bacon, or both). I had a big, gnarly gelatinous blob of "gravy" mixed in with mine, though, which was kinda gross. The $9 Steamwhistle beer made me forget about it long enough to enjoy the rest. $9 for a beer? Ah well... it's a hockey game, I guess. All-in-all, a fun experience. Not one I'd necessarily pay for (I'm neither a Marlies nor a Leafs fan -- go Habs!) but I'm glad we got to go and I'm grateful for the generous complimentary tickets. Marlies won 5-3 for what it's worth. Arena was about half full, and I am pretty sure they piped in crowd cheering at times, but whatever -- we had a good time! read more

Came here to watch a marlies game. The arena is small enough so you can really have a decent view no matter where you sit. I got some tickets for myself and a friend for free a while back and decided to go. The arena is average sized and tickets are extremely less than leafs tickets. The marlies shop is really small - it's kind of like a cart shop in the middle of a shopping mall but two times bigger. The shop isn't too expensive and neither is food, so that's a definite plus. If you love hockey and don't want to spend too much - then go to a marlies game! read more

I do not like this arena. The water in the bathroom is ICE COLD when you wash your hands. Security and Police on Duty are aggressive and pushy. There was only 2 entrances, so the line up to enter was extremely long. Drunk people are peeing outside the arena after the event. The road to enter the Princess gates was closed so my taxi driver did not know where to go. Driving is a nightmare. Take the Go Train. They serve Asian noodles here... that is very weird, at an arena? And Poutine, which stinks up the entire main entrance with the foul odour of burning grease. Gross! I will just stay home from now on and never go see a show again. read more

When the Toronto Maple Leafs brought their farm team to Toronto, they needed a place to put them. And let's face it, they need all the growing room they can get. So, up went the Ricoh Coliseum in a central easy to get to location that houses some fairly decent tier-below-the-top hockey. Found on the CNE Fairgrounds , the Ricoh Coliseum is used primarily for hockey, but has also housed some exhibits when The Ex is on during the summer. But mainly, it's a hockey venue. In the design of the place, the planners also made it into a concert venue which, depending upon the act, can be good or devastating. The acoustics I find are too dependent on your position in the venue. For Kraftwerk I was on the main floor and the sound was fantastic. For Franz Ferdinand, I was in the furthest seat away. The sound was echo-ey, distorted, and crap. So take your chances. If you're not a Leafs season ticket holder (and if you are, I'll gladly take any donations you can provide, since you're obviously really well off), this provides the next best alternative. You are able to see some current and soon-to-be hockey stars at a price that is reasonable for a family. Finally, an affordable hockey game. read more

First, let me just say that I've never been to a hockey game in my life, so I can't evaluate it as a sporting arena (it does seem like it would be a decent place to catch a game, no bad seats or anything ... and if it's as cheap as everyone says, all the better). However, as a concert venue it is simply atrocious. The sound. Oh my word, the sound. I can't even explain how bad the sound quality at this place was, but it's probably the worst I've heard. It really puts a damper on a show because the artists aren't happy/can't play properly and have to keep adjusting things. Also, I had a GA/floor ticket and when we went in they checked our tickets and gave us wristbands. But I don't know why because every time I left to get a drink or use the washroom, the security made me show my ticket to get back down on the floor. Finally, getting to Exhibition by transit isn't a joyride, but it's not the worst place either. The 509 from Union and the 511 Bathurst streetcar run about every 10-15 minutes and the stop is right in back of the venue (unlike the trek you have to make to get to Ontario Place/Molson). read more

I went to Pitbull&Flo Rida World Tour.The Ricoh Coliseum is easy to get on by TTC. Food corner were Ok,Memorial gift shop was small space. Inside was cold because of huge and still it was cold. Wash room were keeping clean because I often saw cleaner women. Security guard staffs worked well. I really had fun in the their World Tour. read more

As a sports venue -- this IS the place! You can sit any where in the stadium and not feel distant from the events happening on the ice (ie scores, fights, etc). My boyfriend and I were fortunate to receive free tickets for the Marlies game (but we have also paid to see them too) and we had such a wonderful time! We managed to score the last tickets and were in the standing area. Standing area-- what? No, there were seats there which were conveniently located by the food/alcohol kiosks! I do agree that the food selection is mediocre but I do not expect to come to Ricoh for something exciting to eat. It is relatively pricey and most kiosks accept cash only. There is something about the atmosphere and the unity of hockey fans (Go Marlies!) that you really have to be a bunch of sour grapes to not enjoy yourself! read more

Actually, this was the closest listing to the Food Building at the EX. The variety of foods in the Food Building is expansive. So much to try and so little stomach space... I had the Lobster Roll from Jack's Lobster. It was real lobster meat, fairly timid in flavour, for $13. Compared to Quizno's equivalent at $8, I'll stick with the Q. I also had bubble tea from every booth in the place--they were ALL really good. Next year, I'll go hungry and go grazing! read more

I've been here a couple times for Marlie's games. For that use, it serves it's purpose, as it's a rather small arena. There's no reason to buy expensive seats unless you're a crazy fan, the very top row still has a great view...this place is not big. A TIP: If it's not full, just move down...no one has said anything twice now. The food and drink selection here is pretty bad. The one shining spot is a Smoke's Poutinerie, which serves what is quite tasty poutine and quite high prices. You might need a drink first before contemplating the beer prices....a small (tiny) is $9 all the way up to a "large" which is $14...yowza. They're served with a sippy-cup style lid that prevents spillage. Everything was previously cash-only, they seem to have recently gotten better about accepting cards many places around the venue. Washrooms are busy but manageable, and the place is rather clean. I would quite hesitate to attend any sort of concert here as the TV's and sound system are of poor quality. read more

Had a fun time at Ricoh watching the Marlies beat the Stars. Food prices were adequate but drinks were beyond ridiculous, didn't even bother purchasing. Was a good atmosphere but please get rid of that horn throughout the game, annoying to the ears. read more

Ricoh coliseum is a great place to watch the Toronto Marlies. Small enough that every seat is a great one! Tip: you really don't have to spend tons of money to get the best seat in the house as every seat is pretty good, good view and fun hockey. This is real hockey yelpers! Being married to a sports junkie, I have learned that many players have been drafted to NHL, particularly the Toronto Maple Leafs (yes I'm a fan!) so you feel like you have watched some great rookies in their career make the big leagues after watching Marlie hockey. Although eating and drinking at event is an expensive afternoon or night, well worth it for the experience. read more

I love this arena, its a great place to watch the Toronto Marlies play and almost every seat in the arena has a clear view of the ice. Prices for food and beverages are a little cheaper here than the Air Canada Centre, there is lots of parking nearby as well public transportation options. After the game, or any event you attend here you can also walk to Liberty Village in about 5 minutes. Seating is comfortable here I have always found the staff and security here to be friendly and helpful! read more

Completely unorganized. No coat check in February. Staff did not seem to know where the line up was as we were there 2 hours early and were mislead 4 times. Would not return no matter the event or guest. Shame that such a big venue could not handle 1000-2000 attendees. read more

I came here to watch the UFC weigh-ins for UFC 129. There was basically three massive lineups for the event. One was paid attendance, one was for UFC club members, and one was for the general public. They were all conveniently labelled, and even though it was a very large crowd it was easy to see where to lineup. I have to say, because the lineup was so long, that I didn't think we would get in. But as soon as the doors opened the line moved smoother than any line I've ever been in. Getting past security and the ticket checkers was a breeze and there was plenty of seating available. I sat at the very top row at the side and thought the view of the stage was quite good. This is the only event I've been to at this venue but I thought it did an adequate job. read more

So far in 50/50, been twice (2015/16) great seats both times, great staff! Id rate it higher but i caught a bug which hospitalized me for a week! read more