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Arena Inglewood, USAUpdated Sept 2026

Kia Forum Seating Chart

Your seating map and plan: where to sit, the best seats and the view from your seat

“The Forum” · “The Fabulous Forum” · “LA Forum”

Capacity17,500

Opened1967

LocationInglewood, USA

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Where to sit at Kia Forum

The best seats at Kia Forum are Floor A to E for the view. Avoid Lower Level 113 to 124 at end stage shows. Kia Forum seats 17,500.

Best overall

Floor A to E

The front floor sections directly in front of the stage.

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Lower Level 113 to 124 at end stage shows

Beside or behind the stage, usually closed or sold as limited view.

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Overview

About Kia Forum

The Kia Forum is Inglewood's historic round arena and one of Los Angeles' best known concert venues, with a capacity of about 17,500. The Kia Forum seat chart is simpler than most arenas: there are just two seating levels, the Lower Level (sections 101 to 136) and the Upper Level (sections 201 to 236), with a ring of boxes at the front of the upper level and no suites level in between. For the usual end stage concert, the stage sits in front of lower sections 113 to 124, the floor is split into up to 13 sections (A to E at the front, F to K in the middle and 1 to 3 at the back), and sections 101, 102, 135 and 136 face the stage head on. Because the bowl is round and there is no middle tier, the front rows of the 200 Level give a clear, raised Kia Forum seating view, while the top of the upper level is a climb of up to about 30 rows.

Designed by Charles Luckman to recall a Roman colosseum and opened on 30 December 1967, the Forum is a round arena whose cable-suspended roof, about 407 feet across, needs no extensive internal support pillars. Once home to the Lakers and Kings, it was renovated as a dedicated concert venue and reopened in January 2014, took the Kia Forum name in 2022, and was named Pollstar's Arena of the Decade for the 2010s.

Seat map

Kia Forum seating chart

General seating reference for Kia Forum, also known as the Kia Forum seating map, seating plan or seat plan. Check your selected event for its exact configuration.

Capacity & layout

Kia Forum seating capacity and layouts

The Kia Forum seating capacity is about 17,500 seats. The number in use changes with the layout, so here is how each set-up works.

End stage concerts

The most common layout. The stage sits in front of Lower Level sections 113 to 124, the floor is divided into up to 13 sections, and upper sections behind the stage (around 212 to 224) are usually closed. Some shows sell the floor as general admission standing.

Other concert layouts

Some shows use a different set-up, such as a theatre style layout, which changes which sections are sold. Always check the seat map for your show, as sections can be removed or changed.

Other events

Award shows and other special events also use the arena, with layouts set per event.

Sections

Seating levels explained

FloorA-K, 1-3

For end stage shows the floor is usually split into front sections A to E, middle sections F to K and rear sections 1 to 3. The floor is flat, but the rear sections are usually on shallow risers.

Pros: Closest to the stage.

Cons: A flat floor means taller people in front can block your view; some shows are standing general admission.

Lower Level101-136

The lower ring round the floor. With an end stage in front of 113 to 124, the side sections 103 to 112 and 125 to 134 see the stage side on and 101, 102, 135 and 136 face it.

Pros: Close, raised views; the sections facing the stage give a straight view of the whole production.

Cons: Sections near the stage end see it at a sharp angle, and some are closed.

Upper Level201-236

The upper ring, larger than the lower sections, reaching up to about 30 rows. There is no seating between the 100 and 200 Levels, so the front rows sit at a comfortable height.

Pros: A full view of the stage and lighting; front rows are a good height.

Cons: The top rows are a long climb and the furthest from the stage.

BoxesB204-B236

Seating charts show a ring of boxes at the front of the 200 Level, from B204 round to B236. The venue's premium box product is the City National Bank Legends Box, with couch seating and a dedicated server.

Pros: Private seating at the front of the upper level.

Cons: Sold as a group package rather than single seats.

Seat views

Kia Forum view from your seat

Front floor

Floor A to E

The closest view of the stage, on a flat floor.

Tip: If the floor is general admission, arrive early for a spot near the front.

Middle and rear floor

Floor F to K, Floor 1 to 3

Further back on the floor, where heads in front can block your view. The rear sections 1 to 3 are usually on shallow risers, which helps a little.

Tip: For a clear view over the crowd, a raised seat in the bowl can beat the back of the floor.

Lower Level facing the stage

101, 102, 135, 136

Straight across the floor to an end stage, raised above the crowd.

Tip: These are the sections to pick for a head on view with an end stage.

Lower Level sides

103 to 112 and 125 to 134

Side on views of the stage from close range. The sections nearer the stage end (around 110 to 112 and 125 to 127) are closer but at a sharper angle.

Tip: Sections towards the middle of each side balance distance and angle.

Lower Level beside and behind the stage

113 to 124

With an end stage these sections are beside or behind it, so they are usually closed or sold with a limited view.

Tip: Check whether your ticket says limited or side view before you buy here.

Upper Level facing the stage

201, 202, 234 to 236

A high, straight view of the whole stage and light show from the far end of the bowl.

Tip: The front rows (about 1 to 8) give a clear view at a comfortable height.

Upper Level sides

203 to 211 and 225 to 233

A raised side view. Because there is no middle tier, even these sections feel closer than the upper level of a three tier arena.

Tip: The top rows are up to about 30 rows up, so allow time for the climb.

Seat numbers

How Kia Forum seat numbers work

There are two levels: the Lower Level, sections 101 to 136, and the Upper Level, sections 201 to 236, numbered in the same direction round the circular bowl, so 101 and 201 sit together, as do 136 and 236. Boxes at the front of the upper level are marked with a B, such as B204. For end stage shows the floor uses letters A to K and numbers 1 to 3, with row 1 at the front of each floor section and seat 1 on your left as you face the stage. In the upper side sections, seat 1 is on your left as you look down towards the floor.

Reading a ticket: Section 135, Row 5: Lower Level, one of the four sections facing an end stage in front of 113 to 124, five rows up from the front.

Concerts

Kia Forum floor plan for concerts

Most concerts use an end stage, but layouts vary by show, so always check the Kia Forum seat map for your event.

The floor: Up to 13 floor sections for end stage shows: front floor A to E, middle floor F to K and rear floor 1 to 3. The floor is flat, with the rear sections usually on shallow risers. Some shows sell the floor as general admission.

The stage: Usually at one end of the floor, in front of Lower Level sections 113 to 124.

Sections 101, 102, 135 and 136 (and 201, 202 and 234 to 236 above them) face the stage head on. Upper sections behind the stage, around 212 to 224, are usually not sold for end stage shows.

Recommendations

Best seats at Kia Forum

Closest to the artist

Floor A to E

The front floor sections directly in front of the stage.

Best straight on view

101, 102, 135 and 136

They face an end stage head on from a raised position, so you see the whole production over the floor crowd.

Best upper level seats

Front rows of 201, 202 and 234 to 236

With no middle tier, the front of the 200 Level is a comfortable height with a full view of the stage and lighting.

Best side view

Middle of the side sections, around 105 to 108 and 129 to 132

A good balance of closeness and angle to an end stage.

Best premium experience

City National Bank Legends Boxes

Private boxes with couch seating, a dedicated server, preferred parking and fast pass entry.

For	Sections	Why
Closest to the artist	Floor A to E	The front floor sections directly in front of the stage.
Best straight on view	101, 102, 135 and 136	They face an end stage head on from a raised position, so you see the whole production over the floor crowd.
Best upper level seats	Front rows of 201, 202 and 234 to 236	With no middle tier, the front of the 200 Level is a comfortable height with a full view of the stage and lighting.
Best side view	Middle of the side sections, around 105 to 108 and 129 to 132	A good balance of closeness and angle to an end stage.
Best premium experience	City National Bank Legends Boxes	Private boxes with couch seating, a dedicated server, preferred parking and fast pass entry.

Heads up

Seats to avoid & obstructed views

Lower Level 113 to 124 at end stage shows: Beside or behind the stage, usually closed or sold as limited view.

Top rows of the Upper Level: Up to about 30 rows up, the furthest seats from the stage and a steep climb.

Upper sections nearest the stage, around 211 and 225: High up and at a sharp side angle to an end stage.

Back of a flat general admission floor: Hard to see over the crowd in front.

Premium

Premium & hospitality

City National Bank Legends Boxes

Private group boxes with couch seating and a dedicated server, preferred parking and fast pass entry, sold with a minimum number of tickets per box. Book through PremiumSeating@TheKiaForum.com.

Access

Accessibility & companion seating

The Kia Forum sells ADA, wheelchair, aisle transfer and semi-ambulatory seating, and guests with disabilities can buy up to three companion seats in the accessible seating areas where available. Signed performances for deaf and hard of hearing guests can be arranged with at least 10 business days' notice. For help, contact GuestRelations@thekiaforum.com.

Where: Accessible seats are sold through Ticketmaster, at the Kia Forum Box Office on Fridays, or by TDD on 800-943-4327. The venue does not publish accessible seating locations by section, so ask Guest Relations before you buy if you need a particular location.

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Logistics

How to get to Kia Forum

Transport

The Kia Forum is at 3900 W Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood, about three miles east of LAX. The nearest Metro rail stop is Downtown Inglewood on the K Line. Parking: on site parking is limited, so buy a prepaid pass through JustPark, the official parking partner. Lots open about three hours before most events and close an hour after, payment is cashless, one vehicle per pass, and there is no tailgating; you must enter the event or leave within 30 minutes of the start. Lyft is the official rideshare partner, and drop offs are allowed at all entrances. The Forum sits next to SoFi Stadium and Intuit Dome, so allow extra time when those venues have events.

The area

The Forum is in Inglewood, just north of SoFi Stadium, Intuit Dome and the Hollywood Park development, about three miles from LAX. The nearest rail stop is Downtown Inglewood station on the Metro K Line.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the Kia Forum seating capacity?

The Kia Forum holds about 17,500 people, with 16,005 in its old ice hockey layout. Concert capacity depends on the stage set-up and whether the floor is seated or standing.

What does the Kia Forum seat chart look like?

It is a round bowl with two levels: Lower Level sections 101 to 136 and Upper Level sections 201 to 236, plus boxes at the front of the upper level. For end stage concerts the stage sits in front of 113 to 124 and the floor is split into sections A to K and 1 to 3. Check the seat map on your ticket listing, as layouts change by show.

Where can I find the Kia Forum seat map for my concert?

Use the interactive seat map on the Ticketmaster listing linked from the event page on thekiaforum.com. It shows which sections are on sale for that show and whether the floor is seated or general admission.

How are sections, rows and seats numbered at the Kia Forum?

Lower sections run 101 to 136 and upper sections 201 to 236 round the circle, numbered in the same direction, so 101 and 201 sit together, as do 136 and 236. Floor sections for end stage shows use letters A to K and numbers 1 to 3, with row 1 at the front and seat 1 on your left as you face the stage.

What are the best seats at the Kia Forum?

For closeness, the front floor sections A to E. For a straight on view of an end stage, sections 101, 102, 135 and 136, or the front rows of 201, 202 and 234 to 236 above them. For comfort, a City National Bank Legends Box.

What is the Kia Forum seating view like from the upper level?

Better than most arenas: there is no middle tier, so the front rows of the 200 Level sit at a comfortable height with a full view of the stage and lighting. The top rows, up to about 30 rows up, are the furthest from the stage.

Where can I see a view from my seat at the Kia Forum?

Fan photo sites such as A View From My Seat and RateYourSeats collect photos from individual Kia Forum sections. Compare photos from the same stage layout as your concert, as end stage and centre stage shows look very different.

Where do I park at the Kia Forum?

The Kia Forum has limited on site parking, sold in advance through JustPark. Lots usually open three hours before the event and close an hour after, payment is cashless, and tailgating is not allowed. Rideshare drop off is allowed at all entrances, and the nearest Metro stop is Downtown Inglewood on the K Line.

Is the Kia Forum accessible?

Yes. Wheelchair, aisle transfer and semi-ambulatory seats are sold through Ticketmaster, at the box office on Fridays or by TDD, with up to three companion seats, and signed performances can be requested with 10 business days' notice.

How do section numbers work at Kia Forum?

Section numbers at Kia Forum follow the seating tiers. Floor: A-K, 1-3; Lower Level: 101-136; Upper Level: 201-236; Boxes: B204-B236.

Does Kia Forum have a seating chart with seat numbers?

Yes. Kia Forum's seating chart is split into numbered sections across its tiers (Floor A-K, 1-3; Lower Level 101-136; Upper Level 201-236; Boxes B204-B236), with individual seat numbers running within each section. Check the seating chart on this page or the official chart for exact seat numbers.

What are the stands at Kia Forum?

Kia Forum is made up of 2 main stands: Floor; Boxes.

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