Bag policy
Checked Sep 23, 2026The athletics guide allows clear bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches, one-gallon clear freezer bags, and handle-free clutches up to 4.5 × 1 × 6.5 inches. Medical exceptions are screened at a designated gate; check concert-specific rules.
Allowed
- Clear bag up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches
- One-gallon clear freezer bag
- Clutch up to 4.5 × 1 × 6.5 inches
Not allowed
- Backpacks
- Fanny packs
- Diaper bags
- Camera bags
Entrances and doors
Checked Sep 23, 2026For athletics games, all gates open 90 minutes before basketball and 60 minutes before wrestling or volleyball. The guide does not give concert door times; walk-through metal detectors are used at the gates.
Parking
Checked Sep 23, 2026Campus lots are metered until 10 p.m. Monday through Friday; visitors can pay through ParkMobile, buy a daily permit online, or visit Parking Services at 505 Beamer Way. Reserved Hokie Club lots described in the guide apply to basketball games.
Rideshare
Checked Sep 23, 2026The venue has not published a specific rideshare pickup or drop-off location in its Coliseum fan guide.
Accessibility
Checked Sep 23, 2026The guide identifies family and accessible restrooms outside Sections 107 and 112 and asks guests seeking seating accommodations to notify the athletics ticket office in advance.
Food and drink
Checked Sep 23, 2026Concession stands are cashless and accept credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. The athletics guide says alcoholic drinks are available at designated stands.
Re-entry
Checked Sep 23, 2026The Coliseum fan guide states that guests cannot leave and be readmitted.
Tickets and will call
Checked Sep 23, 2026For athletics games, will call is in the main lobby off Washington Street, opens two hours before the game, and requires ID. The guide does not give concert-specific pickup times.