VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, Multi-purpose arena in Jacksonville, United States

VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena is a multipurpose venue in Jacksonville equipped with modern facilities for sports, concerts, and other large events. The space features adjustable seating arrangements that can accommodate different event types and audience sizes.

The arena opened on November 28, 2003, replacing the 41-year-old Jacksonville Coliseum, which was demolished the same year. It was built as part of the Better Jacksonville Plan at a cost of $130 million. On March 12, 2019, the city council voted 19–0 to approve a 15-year sponsorship with VyStar Credit Union, and the venue was renamed VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on March 14, 2019.

Locals call the arena "The Vet", a nod to its original name, Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. The Trans-Siberian Orchestra has performed here nine times, more than any other act, followed by Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood, and Kenny Chesney with six appearances each. The Jacksonville Sharks, founded by former Orlando Predators executive Jeff Bouchy, usually draw the largest crowds of the regular tenants.

The venue is easily accessible and accommodates different event types with varying capacities. Visitors should check in advance what specific events are available, as the setup changes depending on what is scheduled.

During the 2020 pandemic, the facility became a major hub for UFC events and helped restart professional sports competitions across North America. This unexpected role made it a symbol of how sports adapted to unprecedented circumstances.