TD Garden was evacuated Wednesday evening after a fire alarm activated approximately one hour following the Boston Celtics' Game 2 playoff loss against the New York Knicks. A spokesperson for the Garden confirmed the evacuation occurred after the alarm sounded.
Initial reports from inside the arena indicated confusion among some attendees who remained in the building. Eyewitness accounts describe the fire alarm sounding unexpectedly, leading to an announcement for everyone to exit the building.
Fire trucks from the Boston Fire Department responded to the scene. Despite the activation of the alarm and the resulting evacuation, no smoke or fire was observed inside or near the building.
Officials confirmed that no injuries or damage were reported as a result of the incident. The cause of the fire alarm activation remains under investigation by the authorities. The all clear was subsequently given, allowing staff and authorized personnel back into the facility, and fire crews departed the area. The TD Garden spokesperson stated the situation was resolved without further issue.
Elsewhere in arena news, pop artist Benson Boone recently announced upcoming dates for his Fall 2025 American Heart arena tour. This tour follows the anticipated release of his album, "American Heart," scheduled for June.
Boone plans to conclude the North American portion of his tour with two shows in Salt Lake City, Utah, at the Delta Center. The decision to add a second performance was made due to reported high demand, as indicated by the Delta Center via social media. Tickets for the added show went on sale Friday. Fans can view event details on the Delta Center events page.
As part of the tour, Benson Boone is also scheduled to perform at the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota, on August 22, 2025. This follows recent high-profile appearances, including his debut on Saturday Night Live and performances at the Coachella festival.
Boone gained significant attention with his song "Beautiful Things," which achieved global streaming success. His upcoming album features tracks like "Mystical Magical," which he debuted at Coachella. Details about his album are available via his website.
Large venues like TD Garden, Delta Center, and Xcel Energy Center handle various events and implement standard procedures for security and entry. For instance, the Xcel Energy Center outlines policies regarding mobile tickets, advising guests to add tickets to their phone's wallet for faster entry, highlighting the need for charged devices and the security features of digital ticketing.