Jim Spencer Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 The last time I went to see the Hawks, Dennis Savard was playing for them I went alot in the late 80's to the Stadium, but I've never been to the United Center. I'm taking my family to Sundays game. I'm coming up I94 from Indiana and I was wondering if I can exit right on to Madison? Also, the game is at 2pm. How early do they let you in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipps Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 You should get on the 290 from I94 and get off at Ashland or Damen.It will be a longer drive if you get off on Madison from I94. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Spencer Posted February 27, 2008 Author Share Posted February 27, 2008 Thanks, Do you know what time they let in before the game? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipps Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Ya, they let in an hour and a half before the start.Same goes for concerts and the other sports played there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 QUOTE(Jim Spencer @ Feb 27, 2008 -> 11:23 AM) Thanks, Do you know what time they let in before the game? Per the UC website, doors generally open 90 minutes prior to the start of sporting events. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Spencer Posted February 27, 2008 Author Share Posted February 27, 2008 I don't have the best seats, I'm sitting in section 227, but my son and I are excited to just go. thanks for your help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 QUOTE(Jim Spencer @ Feb 27, 2008 -> 11:31 AM) I don't have the best seats, I'm sitting in section 227, but my son and I are excited to just go. thanks for your help. Those aren't bad seats. I have section 303 for Sunday but my cousin might be coming through with a suite. Either this Sunday or the 16th from what he tells me. Since I already have tickets for this Sunday I'm hoping he gets the suite for the 16th. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Spencer Posted February 27, 2008 Author Share Posted February 27, 2008 I looked up tickets for a couple of games last year and there was good seats available the day before the games. This year it looks like everybody (including me) have found an interest in the Hawks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shipps Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Enjoy Jim,you are going to find the UC experience much diffrent than the old Chicago Stadium experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Spencer Posted February 27, 2008 Author Share Posted February 27, 2008 At least at the United Center I shouldn't have to sit behind a beam I did that twice at the Stadium. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanOfCorn Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 QUOTE(Jim Spencer @ Feb 27, 2008 -> 11:58 AM) At least at the United Center I shouldn't have to sit behind a beam I did that twice at the Stadium. I'll warm them up for you. I'm going to the game in Dallas tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Showtime Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 QUOTE(The Critic @ Feb 27, 2008 -> 11:34 AM) Those aren't bad seats. I have section 303 for Sunday but my cousin might be coming through with a suite. Either this Sunday or the 16th from what he tells me. Since I already have tickets for this Sunday I'm hoping he gets the suite for the 16th. I sent you a pm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 QUOTE(The Critic @ Feb 27, 2008 -> 11:34 AM) Those aren't bad seats. I have section 303 for Sunday but my cousin might be coming through with a suite. Either this Sunday or the 16th from what he tells me. Since I already have tickets for this Sunday I'm hoping he gets the suite for the 16th. Where should I meet you guys Section 227 at the UC is nice seats. They have a waiter/ress that works each of those sections, so theoretically you never have to leave your seats if you don't want to. Its also a smaller section with less people in it, and more of a season ticket holder crowd. You'll enjoy it, just don't expect it to be like the Madhouse on Madison. It is definately a more sterile experience. Kinda like going from Old Comiskey to the New. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 QUOTE(Mr. Showtime @ Feb 27, 2008 -> 11:09 PM) I sent you a pm. ...who are you again, exactly?... I sent one back. Mike, you gonna be at Sunday's game, or are you just trying to be funny.....and failing.....again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Spencer Posted February 28, 2008 Author Share Posted February 28, 2008 QUOTE(southsider2k5 @ Feb 28, 2008 -> 07:20 AM) Where should I meet you guys Section 227 at the UC is nice seats. They have a waiter/ress that works each of those sections, so theoretically you never have to leave your seats if you don't want to. Its also a smaller section with less people in it, and more of a season ticket holder crowd. You'll enjoy it, just don't expect it to be like the Madhouse on Madison. It is definately a more sterile experience. Kinda like going from Old Comiskey to the New. So this section is like the 300 level sections at the Cell. I sat up there once and it was nice. Not alot of traffic up there, plus I got to shake Minnie Minnoso's hand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Critic Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 QUOTE(Jim Spencer @ Feb 28, 2008 -> 10:17 AM) So this section is like the 300 level sections at the Cell. I sat up there once and it was nice. Not alot of traffic up there, plus I got to shake Minnie Minnoso's hand Yeah, that's a fair comparison.....but I wouldn't hold out much hope of Minnie being at the Hawks game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 QUOTE(The Critic @ Feb 28, 2008 -> 09:43 AM) ...who are you again, exactly?... I sent one back. Mike, you gonna be at Sunday's game, or are you just trying to be funny.....and failing.....again? Nah, failing as usual Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 QUOTE(Jim Spencer @ Feb 28, 2008 -> 10:17 AM) So this section is like the 300 level sections at the Cell. I sat up there once and it was nice. Not alot of traffic up there, plus I got to shake Minnie Minnoso's hand That is a very solid comparision actually. You'll like it as long as you don't expect the old barn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapkomet Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 QUOTE(CanOfCorn @ Feb 27, 2008 -> 12:44 PM) I'll warm them up for you. I'm going to the game in Dallas tomorrow! What did you think of the AAC? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanOfCorn Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 QUOTE(kapkomet @ Mar 2, 2008 -> 09:34 AM) What did you think of the AAC? Meh. I wasn't that impressed. And Stars fans are kinda jerks. The fans that were there, that is. But, the 'hawks got absolutely smoked at the game, so they were pretty loud, and they shoulda been. I like the area around the AAC, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapkomet Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 QUOTE(CanOfCorn @ Mar 2, 2008 -> 08:28 PM) Meh. I wasn't that impressed. And Stars fans are kinda jerks. The fans that were there, that is. But, the 'hawks got absolutely smoked at the game, so they were pretty loud, and they shoulda been. I like the area around the AAC, though. The area around the arena is just spectacular, compared to what was there even three years ago. It's really grown up. I like the AAC, but not as much as some other places I've been. Part of my "fondness" is that I worked there for 2.5 years. I know that building very very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Spencer Posted March 3, 2008 Author Share Posted March 3, 2008 My family and I had a Blast today The National Anthem was as loud as I remember it at the Stadium and our seats were alot better than I thought they'd be. My kids are already asking when we can go again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlliniKrush Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 QUOTE(Jim Spencer @ Mar 2, 2008 -> 10:15 PM) My family and I had a Blast today The National Anthem was as loud as I remember it at the Stadium and our seats were alot better than I thought they'd be. My kids are already asking when we can go again. Your memory has failed you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Spencer Posted March 3, 2008 Author Share Posted March 3, 2008 QUOTE(IlliniKrush @ Mar 2, 2008 -> 10:45 PM) Your memory has failed you It has been 19 years since that last time I went Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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