Tampa Bay Lightning Announce Date for Fans to be Back at Amalie Arena

The Tampa Bay Lightning announced this morning that they will be welcoming fans back to Amalie Arena for games.

They will be allowing a maximum of 3,800 fans back starting March 13th when the Bolts take on the Nashville Predators!

The team will be contacting season ticket members with information soon.

There are eighteen home games left this shortened NHL season.

According to a press release from the Vinik Sports Group:

“Upon entering AMALIE Arena via mobile ticketing, fans will notice increased measures to promote physical distancing, including entry points, concessions, restrooms and more. Concession and retail stands will be cashless and contactless. Hand sanitizing stations have been installed throughout the facility for use. Arena staff will increase frequency of cleaning and sanitation in all areas being used with an emphasis on commonly used surfaces such as seats, handrails and bathrooms. Signage and physical distancing measures have been added to assure six-foot separation between patrons. Ultra-violet disinfectant lights have been installed at various locations including escalator handrails and the number of people allowed on elevators at one time will also be limited. Masks will be required throughout the arena concourses and seating areas when not eating or drinking.”

You can read more about Amalie Arena opening for Tampa Bay Lightning games HERE >>

The VSG also said that information on Toronto Raptor games will be released later.

This report was originally reported by Tampa Bay’s Morning Krewe.