Pico Rivera Sports Arena

Place is over selling the place capacity. The restrooms are disgusting. The food is nasty and over priced. They don’t check for ID’s to sell alcohol Which explains all the drunks. A lot of fights and beer cans been thrown at people. The security guards are rude. Don’t waste your money here is not worth it.

I wish I could give zero stars to this awful company.
They partnered with Nikko Joccson of total production group and I worked with them on a Halloween event LAST YEAR where they hired me and a team of 3 other make up artists.
The first weekend went great they paid us and everything the following week however they canceled multiple days on us and still have not paid us.
After multiple attempts to collect the debt from the owner of total production group Nikko for myself and my team I am now resorting to writing them a bad Unilocal review for partnering with such a shady business man.
Do not give this company your business there are plenty of other reputable companies out there who won’t try to screw you over.
Shady practices.

Back when I was a kid, I would either pass by the Pico Rivera Sports Arena on the way to my grandparents house which was nearby or I would go with my mom and younger siblings to meet up with my aunt and uncle and their friends that would camp on the arena campgrounds on certain weekends too. Back then, the place wasn’t taken care of properly most of the time nor is it taken care of properly now. But when it comes to an event at the arena such as El Festival Colombiano, then you’re aimed to have good time. I’ve been to that particular event both this summer and last (2014), and I’ve had fun. But one downer about attending an event at the arena is having to pay $ 20 for parking. So I guess you can say that the Pico Rivera Sports Arena can be a «hit or miss» type of place at times.

Wish I could do –5 stars. This place is a shit show! $ 20 for parking in nothing but dirt and rocks? Like not even Disneyland charges this much and they have a nice structure out of the sun and free from dirt and debris. Anywho… My friend and I bought VIP tickets ($ 50) for the Festival Colombiano 2015 and it was sooooo NOT worth it! Granted we didn’t have to wait in the long ass line but we went at around 1:45 so the line wasn’t long at all! Upon entering there was small shacks that sold way overpriced food, really $ 17 for carne asada fries? And $ 25 for a tostada de ceviche? Get the fuhhhh out of here! Went to the the so called «VIP» area which was honestly nothing. Absolutely nothing! Just a bar behind the stage but really? We paid so much for that? You got to be effing kidding me! This place is a dump! Spend your money elsewhere! I was so excited for this festival and all it was super super overpriced food and dancing the dirty dirt arena? Not down, I can have a huge party– food, drinks and DJ better than this! Just bye

Worse Experience Ever at the end of the day!!! Event was awesome no complaints. But as we left the event arriving to the car that was parked in the event parking lot (which we did pay $ 20 for parking) comes to our surprise our vehicle was burglarized ANd yes do to their stict security (and who knows what they let in or not) we opted to leave our wallets in the car. Well when I went to Pico Rivera to complaint No one can help me NO manager NO person The security guard adviSed me to call the police to make a police report. My anger is if you pay $ 20 for parking and they may thousands of dollars why in the world they don’t have security in the parking lot 1 patrol car for hundreds of cars is NOt ACCEPTABLE!!! On the parking ticket it clearLy states u can file a claim… WITH WHO? because no one takes the time of day to answer any questions or concerns. Now In deed I know for a fact My car was not the only car burglarized they were a lot more cars. Now if ur security is not capable of trying to prevent this because obviously they are not why don’t you let us leave the event so we can go out and keep an eye at our cars once in a while. This is the reason why at every event they are cars burglarized because they know your one patrol car is somewhere chitchatting or doing something else and NO one will be in the parking lot because YOU prevent them from walking out of the event to either retrieve something from their car or even just to go check up on it. I advice you NOt charge for parking at let people park at their own risk or u charge and u do ur job and make those $ 20 worth and prevent vehicles being burglarized… NOW MY QUESTION WHO TAKES RESPONSIBILTY PICO RIVERA OR LA RAZA RADIO STATION.

6÷14÷2015 Was my first time there, horrible, disgusting, disappointed first time experience. purchased worthless «VIP» tickets that absolutely had nothing of VIP, please raza please do not purchase them it’s a waste of your money and excitement. Ridiculous how concert said 1pm and started and 230, ridiculous how us as VIP or even any other general admission waited over 45 min to be seated, we were told it was sound check, wth do we have to do with that ??? A simple apology or empathy would or been appreciated, a freaken water bottle would or been nice after waiting in the hot sun. So P.R.S.A what are VIP tickets? To be seated almost behind stage? Having no amenities? To have general admission have priority to first row down on the pit? To be all crammed up? To have general admission come to our section? Lol no no I’m urging customers to please be careful, their customer service is horrible, and do not i repeat do not waste your money and time … Thank you.

Hey Irene I have a question did you take a picture with the artist with the VIP ticket.

This past Sunday was my first time attending a concert at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena. I went to see Pepe Aguilar, and although it was not what I had anticipated, I wasn’t completely disappointed. The food/​beverages were overpriced and not the best of quality, but the atmosphere was lively, which made for a great experience.

Never EVER EVER buy VIP tickets for this location!!! It’s a scam and truly sad how they handle the VIP guest here. I had VIP tickets for an event Sunday unfortunately that didn’t matter there were no seats and every staff member was being really rude and even laughing at us. There were about 100 other people with the same issue and they wanted us to sit far away in the general admission area. Also, Micheladas are $ 15 and really watered down and flavorless :(If you are attending an event here save your money and don’t buy VIP.

meh
MEH
place is literally a bull ring/​stadium and they throw people on the dirt for concerts and the rest on bleachers
drinks are expensive as hell
food is nasty nasty
meh

Came here for a concert with my friends, I had a great time. Alcohol beverages and live music= BEST TIME EVER. The only bad to this was the price of the beer and the ladies room. Beer was waaay too pricey and the restroom is just a mess. Why would you put a high ass ramp for the ladies and stairs for the men? That’s an accident waiting to happen. Those were the only bad, good thing we drank before lol
If you are a fan of loud Mexican music, drunk Mexicans, dirt, and rodeo events then this is the place to be. If not, then please stay away. Don’t expect a Nokia theater.

Came here for the Colombian festival about a month ago. The people, music, and company made it a fantastic day, but man the venue needs some love… dirt everywhere (inside and around the arena), not much paved parking, and I wouldn’t even want t imagine the bathroom situation. I don’t think I would come back to this specific arena until they do some major updating.

I had a wonderful time here for the Colombian festival. I do wish they had more security, paved roads –too much dust all over can get your sinuses really messed up-​, working restrooms, and more organization as an overall improvement.

el festival colombiano cada ano en el sport arena se la pasa uno de lo mas rico la gente el ambiente el vallenatico, las 2 pistas la comida traditional uff rico … Cant wait for these year 2014 PR colombian fest.

If you ever come to Pico Rivera sports area make sure you like a couple things
1. loud Mexican music
2. loud drunk Mexicans
3. Dirt lots and lots of dirt
Other than that this is a great place to go see bull riding, horses dancing, Mexican Artis signing etc… By the end of the night you will see a bunch of drunk people everywhere having a good time except the once that like to get into the occasional fight here and there. People still love to bring the whole family here and have a good time. Don’t come expecting a up scale arena this is far from it. You are going to sit on the metal bleachers or stand up in the dirt to get closer to the performers. If you end up going down to the dirt arena consider it to be a huge dirt dancing floor.

If you r mexican and like to get down crazy… this is your place. First time here and I had to admit I had fun. The doors open at 1 so if you want to the rodeo (coliaderos) get there early. Later during the day they have mexican bands playing and the dancing starts. Just remember to wear your boots and cowboys hats. I was wearing flats that day and I had dirt all over my feet and my shoes but I didn’t mind cuz mexican love to get down crazy.

Don’t ever come here unless you are at the top row away from all the drunks!
Went here for a concert to see my favorite band. I was about three rows in front of the stage. People were shoving and pushing and arguing the whole time even in front of a child (Don’t ever bring children). There were at least three fights that broke. Security is terrible. They won’t intervene unless someone throws a punch. Girls kept climbing over the fences and over onto the stage. After a while security quit trying to catch the girls which ruined the show. People also kept throwing their whole closet and purse and shoes on stage which also ruined the performance because the artist were signing and singing to the items instead of singing to the crowd. There is no first aid which is a big no no. The lines for the bathroom are ridiculously long. The parking lot, well its more of an empty lot of dirt. The stadium itself is old and needs an upgrade for sure. There are drunks everywhere and beer cans all over the floor. I had VIP tickets but it did not even matter. They were not checking! They were letting everyone go anywhere which is not fair for those who paid triple the money! In short terms I am never ever coming here again even if it is my favorite artist performing.

I agree with almost all the reviews in regards to this venue being outdated. It was my first time. My boyfriend and I came here for Festival Colombiano. I expected an actual festival, but ended up being more like a mini rave. Lot’s of bars open and none where checking ID’s. Cumbia hour was cool, everyone was dancing.
They need more housekeeping staff.
They have ATM machines that will charge you a $ 4 fee.
Parking if $ 15 CASH ONLY (do not wash your car prior to visit)
Let’s just say it is not a place to go by yourself, it is much better if you are in a crowd.
It’s an arena DO expect to get dirty… ha-​ha!!!

Location, Location, Location
This place gives you that «oh snap, we are entering the shady part of town!» You know that feeling but worst. When you get off the main road of Peck Road, it transports you to the heart of Tijuana. Heading on this craggily asphalt road, it gets pretty desolate really fast.
The Tarahumara Indians of Mexico’s Copper Canyon have a saying that goes «Children run before they can walk.»
According to Christopher McDougall’s book ‘Born to Run,’ The Tarahumara Indians are arguably the greatest distance runners in the world. If the Tarahumaras were around the Pico Rivera Sports Arena, they would run far far away from this place.
Would be back?
I rather hang out in my warm bed.’

Like Pete N. said, it’s pretty shady here at night. I’m not exaggerating at all… Came here for Fresh and I had a great time, but felt like I was going to be shanked at any second. Oh and not to mention smelling like horses and covered in layers and layers of dust that I had to repeatedly wash off.
If you come here for a Fresh event, wear a bandana and DO NOT take it off.

I’ve been here once to see a hip-​hop show back in 2000. They mostly have Mexican Rodeos not radios here as well as some concerts and the occasional carshow. It’s fairly easy to get to if you get off on Peck or Rose Hills Rd once you know where it’s at. The parking lot is a dirt field. Nuff said. The city has to close the road to the arena at night cause it’s a haven for people dumping trash, dead bodies, or burning stolen cars. Bad venue. But I guess what keeps it going is the lack of competition in the Los Angeles area & cartels.