The arena's design is modeled after a drum, featuring a ring of 2,400 aluminum fins on its exterior.
The Coliseum was built on the site of the former Mitchel Field, a historic United States Army airfield.
It hosted the NHL All-Star Game in 1983.
The building was featured prominently in the film 'Eddie' (1996) and the sports documentary 'Big Shot'.
It hosted the NBA's New York Nets (later the Brooklyn Nets) from 1972 to 1977.
Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Uniondale, Long Island. It is widely recognized for its distinctive circular exterior and served as the longtime home of the NHL's New York Islanders. The venue features a seating capacity of approximately 14,500 for hockey and varies significantly for concert configurations. It is situated on a 63-acre site once occupied by the Mitchel Field air base. The facility underwent a major renovation completed in 2017 to modernize its interior and external façade. It currently functions as a premier regional hub for touring musical acts, trade shows, and community sporting events. The site is part of the larger Nassau Hub development project.
The main plaza entrance, capturing the signature circular geometry of the aluminum-finned façade.
Check the venue's clear bag policy before arriving, as standard backpacks are typically prohibited.
Arrive early to navigate security screening lines, which can become congested during sold-out events.
Use the venue's official parking app to locate the most efficient entry point for your specific gate.
Attempting to park in the surrounding commercial office lots, which may result in towing.
Operations are event-dependent; the venue is closed to the public on non-event days.
Standard arena behavior; no professional recording equipment permitted; shoes and shirts required at all times.
