Venue guide

Bud Walton Arena

Bud Walton Arena is an arena in Fayetteville, AR.

Venue info

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Bag policy

Checked Sep 23, 2026

Each ticketed fan may bring one approved clear bag and/or one small clutch; all bags are screened. Medical supplies are allowed after inspection, and childcare items must be carried in an approved clear bag.

Allowed

  • One approved clear bag
  • One small clutch
  • Inspected medical-supply bags

Not allowed

  • Bags that do not meet the clear-bag rules
  • Camera bags
  • Outside food or beverages

Entrances and doors

Checked Sep 23, 2026

Doors open 90 minutes before men’s basketball games and 60 minutes before women’s basketball games. Public entrances are on the north, west, and south sides; the east entrance serves men’s basketball students.

Parking

Checked Sep 23, 2026

ADA parking for men’s basketball is in Lot 56 with service by the Bud Walton Express; women’s basketball ADA spaces are available in all lots first come, first served. Bus parking is at Baum-Walker Stadium, about one mile south, without a public shuttle.

Rideshare

Checked Oct 22, 2026

For basketball games, rideshare drop-off and pickup is in front of the Jones Student-Athlete Success Center on Meadow Street, for vehicles with Lyft or Uber signage. Concerts can differ, so check your event page.

Accessibility

Checked Sep 23, 2026

State-issued ADA permits are required for designated accessible parking. Elevators serve the floor, ground, and concourse levels at the south and east entrances.

Food and drink

Checked Sep 23, 2026

Levy operates concession stands throughout the arena with classic and locally inspired food. Outside food and beverages are not permitted.

Not allowed

  • Outside food
  • Outside beverages

Re-entry

Checked Sep 23, 2026

Once a guest leaves the arena, re-entry is not permitted at any gate.

Tickets and will call

Checked Oct 22, 2026

For Razorback games, you scan your own mobile ticket at entry, one ticket per person, so download or transfer tickets before you arrive. For help on game day, go to the South Box Office at Bud Walton; otherwise call the Razorback Ticket Center at 479-575-5151 during business hours.

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