Venue guide
Mackey Arena
Mackey Arena is an arena in West Lafayette, IN.
Venue info
Checked against Mackey Arena’s official sources. Tap a section to open it.
Bag policy
Checked Oct 11, 2026
At Purdue athletics events, one clear bag up to 12" x 6" x 12", one one-gallon clear bag and one clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5" are allowed.
Allowed
- One clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag up to 12" x 6" x 12"
- One one-gallon clear plastic bag
- One small clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5"
- Medical and diaper bags after inspection
Not allowed
- Backpacks
- Purses
- Oversized totes
- Drawstring bags
- Fanny packs
- Camera bags
- Binocular cases
Entrances and doors
Checked Sep 23, 2026
General fan entrances open 90 minutes before tipoff; the student Paint Crew entrance opens 105 minutes before tipoff, and premium club access begins two hours before tipoff.
Parking
Checked Sep 23, 2026
Men’s basketball single-game parking is sold in Northwestern Garage or Upper H Lot, with an ADA placard required for Upper H. Free shuttles from R and H lots start two hours before tipoff and run until about one hour after the game.
Accessibility
Checked Sep 23, 2026
On game day, ticket holders may request an exchange to accessible seating beginning at 9 a.m., subject to availability.
Food and drink
Checked Sep 23, 2026
Boilermaker Hospitality operates concession stands offering food and drinks.
Re-entry
Checked Sep 23, 2026
Guests who exit Mackey Arena are not allowed to re-enter.
Tickets and will call
Checked Sep 23, 2026
Game-day ticket sales and will-call pickup are at the Athletics Ticket Office in Mackey Arena.
Upcoming shows at Mackey Arena
Save a show in Concerto and get its bag rules, doors, and parking on the morning of the show.
Around Mackey Arena
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