Bag policy
Checked Sep 22, 2026Galen Center enforces a clear-bag policy for all events. Each guest may bring one clear bag no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches; all guests are screened by metal detector, and there is no on-site bag check.
Allowed
- One clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches
- One-gallon clear storage bag
- Small clutch approximately hand-size
Not allowed
- Backpacks
- Coolers
- Briefcases
- Fanny packs
- Camera bags
- Oversized bags
Entrances and doors
Checked Sep 22, 2026Galen Center says door times vary for special events and directs guests to event information for the applicable time. Its athletics guidance lists 90 minutes before men's basketball and 60 minutes before women's basketball and volleyball.
Parking
Checked Sep 22, 2026Galen Center recommends the Figueroa Street, McCarthy Way, Royal Street, and USC Shrine parking structures. USC structures are cashless, first-come first-served until full, and daily parking begins at $20 with rates varying by event.
Rideshare
Checked Sep 22, 2026Rideshare and taxi passengers may be picked up and dropped off at the passenger loading zone west of Galen Center on Figueroa Street.
Accessibility
Checked Sep 22, 2026Galen Center says the facility is accessible to all guests and has two ADA-compliant entrances with stairless access. Guests needing ticket or accessibility assistance may contact the USC Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Checked Sep 22, 2026Galen Center states that alcohol is available for purchase at all events for guests age 21 or older with valid ID. The reviewed FAQ does not publish a complete food or concession-vendor list.
Re-entry
Checked Sep 22, 2026Galen Center does not allow re-entry after a guest exits the arena.
Tickets and will call
Checked Sep 22, 2026All Galen Center tickets are distributed digitally. The USC Ticket Office is outside near the North doors; the venue's published will-call instructions are sport-specific, so the reviewed guidance does not state one universal concert pickup procedure.