Bag policy
Checked Sep 23, 2026Fans may bring one clear bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches or one one-gallon plastic storage bag, plus a small clutch or purse for privacy.
Allowed
- One clear bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches
- One-gallon plastic storage bag
- Small clutch or purse
Not allowed
- Bags that do not meet the clear-bag policy
Entrances and doors
Checked Sep 23, 2026Doors open one hour before tipoff. Student-athlete guest admission begins 60 minutes before tipoff at the West Gate.
Parking
Checked Sep 23, 2026Parking at the arena and surrounding lots serves basketball, volleyball, acrobatics and tumbling, concerts, and events. Guests should use the event parking map because inventory and pricing vary.
Rideshare
Checked Sep 23, 2026The venue has not published specific rideshare guidance on its official venue or guest-information pages.
Accessibility
Checked Sep 23, 2026Accessible seating is available through the arena ticket office. Limited accessible parking is in the arena garage, with additional spaces on Columbia Street west of the arena.
Food and drink
Checked Sep 23, 2026Athletics concessions are cashless and accept Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. Outside cans, bottles, coolers, and food or beverage containers are prohibited inside Matthew Knight Arena.
Not allowed
- Outside cans or bottles
- Coolers
- Outside food or beverage containers
Re-entry
Checked Sep 23, 2026Re-entry is not permitted at Matthew Knight Arena.
Tickets and will call
Checked Sep 23, 2026Men’s basketball will call is at the West Box Office, opening 90 minutes before tipoff and closing at halftime. Photo ID is required.