Chartway Arena is a 9,100-seat multi-purpose venue located on the campus of Old Dominion University and operated by OVG360. Opened in 2002, it is recognized as one of the premier mid-sized collegiate venues in the country. The arena serves as home to the Old Dominion Monarch Men's and Women's basketball teams and hosts various events including wrestling matches, concerts, graduations, career fairs, and lectures. The venue is part of the University Village project, which includes restaurants, shopping, offices, and residences.
Visitors have noted that while the staff is friendly and the facility is generally clean, some aspects could be improved. Many have commented on the seating being too close, with one noting they could smell the breath of the person next to them. Additionally, exiting the arena can be inconvenient, as guests are often required to climb to the top level. Parking has also been mentioned as a challenge. Despite these drawbacks, attendees have reported enjoyable experiences and recommend Chartway Arena for concerts and shows, highlighting its diverse range of events and positive atmosphere.
It was big and all areas seem to be good seating. Lots of accessibility and bathrooms.
August 2026
Nice venue. Acoustic good for the concert we saw. Seats don't have enough legroom, and I'm only 6 feet tall
August 2026
Very organized entrance process. Not well marked inside, and lots of stairs (for someone with new knee surgery). Turns out there was a well hidden elevator. Quite cold inside. But that is better than too hot. Good acoustics. Great show.
