New 'Just Walk Out' Technology Starts At 2 UBS Arena Shops

ELMONT, NY — Shopping at UBS Arena just got more convenient.

Two stores are the first for a New York sports and entertainment venue to feature Amazon's Just Walk Out technology.

It works like this:

The customer inserts their credit card at the entry gate to the shop. Once inside, a guest can take any item and it is automatically added to the virtual cart. Plus, if an item is returned to the shelf, it is also removed from the cart.

"Giving our fans additional options to make their food and beverage experience quick and easy at UBS Arena is paramount," said Hank Abate, President of Arena Operations at UBS Arena. "We want our guests to be able to enjoy all the venue has to offer, so having Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology gives them a way to enjoy their choice of snack or drink without missing a minute of play or a moment of a show."

The two stores, which are branded "On the Fly" and operated by foodservice partner Delaware North, are located near sections 108 and 212.

Options include an assortment of packaged beer, spiked seltzers, soda, bottled water, chips, candies and sundries. The spaces will debut Thursday night for the New York Islanders against the New York Rangers.

"These stores will deliver a fast, frictionless experience, helping to eliminate lines and get fans back to the action faster," Jeff Wilkinson, chief information officer at Delaware North, said.