Your Guide to an Orlando Magic Game at the Amway Center

If you grew up in the 90s, there are names you will always remember: Shaquille O’Neal, Horace Grant and “Penny” Hardaway.

All three were key players in a team we loved at the end of the 20th century: the Orlando Magic.

Although there have been other characters who have made the franchise memorable, nothing compares to those three who, with their white, blue and black uniforms, made us fall in love with basketball .

That’s why when we travel to Orlando to find out what it’s like to experience a Magic game: from what to eat and what the atmosphere is like inside an arena luxury, which offers an unforgettable alternative to the hustle and bustle of the amusement parks in this area. city ​​in central Florida.

CURRICULUM VITAE

The Orlando Magic was born in 1989. Despite its short history, it has left its mark on the NBA. They stood out in the 90s with Shaq and Penny, reaching the finals.

After several years of rebuilding, they returned to the Finals with Dwight Howard. Although they have yet to win a ring, their passion and dedication have made them a team that their fans love.

And since 2010, the Kia Center It has been home to the Magic, as well as the United States Arena Soccer team. It is a modern stadium, extremely comfortable and with details for families – because at the end of the day, it is Orlando – that adds a unique personality among the rest of the NBA arenas .

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The atmosphere at an Orlando game is pure magic with cheerleaders, lots of families and one of the funniest mascots in the NBA: Stuff, The Magical Wizard.

First we go with the family part: on the upper floor, there is a so-called children’s play area Castle Magic Stuff, who receives regular visits from the pet. Next to it, there is an arcade area with several machines. Also on the Promenade level, there is a food stand aimed at children, with things like chicken nuggets and cotton candy.

Speaking of Stuff, at some point in the game he does a crazy stunt: he climbs a big ladder, about five meters long, and runs himself on the floor. Obviously with an inflatable that protects it from falling.

Likewise, there is a large mural on the main floor of the stadium where you can take a picture with different Disney characters.

And for die-hard NBA fans, the The Kia Center has a Hall of Fame: a dedicated place to remember the franchise’s greatest players. You can see their jerseys, biographies, sneakers, memorabilia, and even see how tall they were.

A place of nostalgia because in addition to the previous players, you can also see the evolution of the franchise: lockers, comics and VHS from the golden age of Magic.

And you can’t go without going through the storewhether it’s the small ones found inside the arena, or the official team store that closes an hour or two after the end of the game.

WHAT TO EAT IN THE KIA CENTER

Among the restaurants that make up the stadium, we present the most famous ones:

• Jernigan at: a unique Club Level restaurant that offers exceptional dining with a spectacular view of the arena during Orlando Magic games and before many concerts and events.
• Hotel on the Church: offers a sports bar atmosphere. Located next to the main entrance of the stadium – Church Street -, you can eat burgers, nachos, fish tacos and beer.
• Club Michelob ULTRA: a contemporary outdoor setting where you can watch game highlights on the fixed flat screens or relax with friends while overlooking the hustle and bustle of Church Street.
• Bar O3: A unique dining and bar experience, with beautiful sunset views on one side and an upper floor view of NBA action.
• Sire Spirits SkyLounge: Located on the highest level of the stadium, it offers a panoramic view of downtown Orlando.
• Orlando Schedule: featuring the city’s favorite restaurants and chefs, highlighting a diverse view of Orlando’s culinary scene.

You can find the food outlets in the main lobby and in various places throughout the centre. You can identify them by looking for the “Local Certificate” icons and signs.

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• Nauti Lobstah: A famous local seafood destination that has the “biggest lobster roll” in Florida.
• Black Rooster Taqueria: Offering a modern take on Mexican food with fresh tacos.
• Domi Italian Ice: Celebrate good ice, good work and good company with the popular and refreshing Italian ice creams.
• Kelly’s Homemade Ice Cream: A high-quality, woman-owned artisanal ice cream shop.
• Cam is called: the local craft brewery built inside the Plant Street Market in the Winter Garden, is bringing an expanded selection of its beers to a new Crooked Can-branded taproom on the Threatlocker Club Level and a nearby mobile cart on Section 112.

Table 4(o)7 for favorites at reasonable prices

New this year, the Amway Center includes its 4(o)7 menu, a nod to Orlando’s 407 area code. The menu offers prices of $4 or $7, including $4 cans of soda, $4 popcorn, $7 beer and $7 hot dogs.

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The best way is to use public transport or Uber.

If you arrive by car, it is easily accessible from various parking lots.

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