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NCAA Volleyball Game Day Information

GAME DAY INFORMATION

Doors to Historic Memorial Coliseum will open one (1) hour prior to first serve.

We encourage volleyball fans to arrive early to ease traffic and parking congestion around the Coliseum.

First Round – Thursday December 4th

  • Match 1 – 4:30pm – University of California, Los Angeles vs. Georgia Tech
  • Match 2 – 7:00pm – Kentucky vs. Wofford

Second Round – Friday, December 5th

  • Match 3 –7:00pm – Winner of Game 1 vs. Winner of Game 2

PARKING INFO
All E-lots surrounding the Historic Memorial Coliseum—including the Joe Craft Center Lot, Linden Walk Lot, Alumni Career Center Lot, Career Center Lot, East Maxwell Lot, and High Street employee lots—will be available for event parking beginning three hours prior to first serve.

The Cornerstone Garage (PS #5) will open for event parking two hours prior to first serve. Patrons may need to press for a ticket upon entry; however, no payment will be required upon exit, as the access arms will be raised.

Please refer to the 2025 NCAA Volleyball Spectator Parking Map for additional details.

Accessible parking is available in the Joe Craft Center lot. Spaces are limited and provided on a first come, first served basis with a valid, state-issued ADA parking hangtag.

Please note: Parking is prohibited in any R-lot. Vehicle’s parking in R-lots without a proper permit, along yellow curbs, grass spaces or other non-specified and unapproved areas may be subject to ticket and/or tow.

SHUTTLE INFO
A complimentary shuttle service will be provided for all NCAA 1st/2nd round matches.

The shuttle will operate 90 minutes prior to first serve until the end of the first set and will resume service at the start of the third set. Pickup locations include the Cornerstone Garage (PS #5) and the High Street Lot. All shuttles will drop off at the Lexington Avenue entrance of the Historic Memorial Coliseum.

Patrons parking in the Cornerstone Garage (PS#5) can access the shuttle pickup area via the skybridge on the third level. After crossing the skybridge, the pickup/drop-off point is located to the left at the designated crosswalk.

HISTORIC MEMORIAL COLISEUM A-Z

  • ANIMALS
    • Only service animals are permitted.
  • ATM
    • The nearest ATM is located in the Bill Gatton Student Center, located on Avenue of Champions. The student center is within walking distance of the Historic Memorial Coliseum.
  • BAG POLICY
    • The Southeastern Conference’s clear bag policy remains in place at Historic Memorial Coliseum as an additional safety measure and to facilitate entry. Each fan will be permitted to carry one large clear bag – either a one-gallon Ziploc-style bag or a 12″ x 6″ x 12″ clear bag – plus a small clutch that does not exceed 4.5″ x 6.5″. The small clutch allows privacy for small personal items and is also easily searched. The clear bag policy improves public safety by making bags easily searched and significantly reducing faulty bag searches.  Fans are encouraged not to bring bags to reduce touch points.
  • CODE OF CONDUCT
    • In order to keep Volleyball matches as enjoyable as possible for all, the University of Kentucky asks that all patrons respect those around them. The University of Kentucky reserves the right to remove any individual from Historic Memorial Coliseum who displays conduct that may endanger or disrupt players, coaches, officials, or other patrons. No refunds are given in such cases.
  • CONCESSIONS
    • Aramark is the concessions and hospitality provider of UK Athletics.
    • Concessions are available throughout the concourse level on both Lexington Avenue and Rose Street sides. Grab n Go options are also available.
  • CREDIT CARDS
    • VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover are accepted at all merchandise and concession stands, as well as the ticket office windows.
  • ACCESSIBLE GUEST SERVICES
    • Accessible seating is available throughout Historic Memorial Coliseum on concourse level in accessible seating boxes.
    • All accessible seating is reserved. Those fans needing wheelchair space or accessible seating should visit or call the UK Ticket Office at (859) 257-1818 prior to match day.
    • Accessible parking is available in the parking lot located north of the Joe Craft Center. A member of our Event Staff along with posted signage and reserved parking stalls will assist you in finding this area.
  • ENTRY
    • Volleyball fans may enter Historic Memorial Coliseum from three different locations:
      • Lexington Avenue Entrance: Located on the west side of Historic Memorial Coliseum, directly off Lexington Avenue. This entrance is recommended for fans that sit in sections 2-9, 101-109 or that park in the Joe Craft Center Lot or the High Street Lot.
        • Those that are picking up their tickets at Will Call or those that wish to purchase tickets, please enter Historic Memorial Coliseum via the Lexington Avenue Entrance and follow directional signage to find the correct location to pick up or purchase your tickets.
      • Rose Street Entrance: Located on the east side of Historic Memorial Coliseum, closest to Rose Street. This entrance is recommended for fans that sit in sections 12-19, 112-120 or that park in the Joe Craft Center Lot.
        • For fans that receive tickets through a Player Pass List, please enter Historic Memorial Coliseum via the Rose Street Entrance and follow directional signage to find the correct location to pick up your tickets.
      • The Avenue of Champions/Euclid Entrance: Located on the South Side of Historic Memorial Coliseum, directly off Avenue of Champions/Euclid Avenue. This entrance is recommended for fans who have floor seats, or club access
        • Elevators, family restrooms, and nursing mother’s suite are at the Avenue of Champions/Euclid Entrance.
  • FIRST AID
    • The First Aid room is located on concourse level behind Section 2/3 in the southwest corner of Historic Memorial Coliseum, on the Lexington Avenue side.
  • FAMILY RESTROOMS
    • Family restrooms are located by the Avenue of Champions/Euclid entrance.
    • If you need a family restroom during your visit to Historic Memorial Coliseum, please locate one of the members of our Event Staff team for assistance.
  • INCLEMENT WEATHER
    • In cases of severe weather, your safety is our utmost importance. Announcements will be made to all spectators regarding any evacuation procedures.
  • LOST AND FOUND
    • We ask all patrons to turn in any found items to a member of the UK Athletics Event Staff.
    • Following the game, please contact the University of Kentucky Police Department (859)257-UKPD(8573) to inquire about the possible recovery of any lost items.
  • MERCHANDISE
    • Apparel vending is available on the west concourse behind Section 8/9.
  • NOISE LEVEL
    • All noise levels at Historic Memorial Coliseum meet the acceptable decibel level. If this level exceeds your comfort level, please go to the EMS room located behind section 2/3 for complimentary ear plugs.
  • PARKING
    • All E-lots surrounding Historic Memorial Coliseum including the Joe Craft Center lot, Linden Walk Lot, Alumni Career Center Lot, Career Center Lot, East Maxwell Lot, and High Street Lot are available for event parking beginning 3 hours prior to first serve.
    • Additionally, the Cornerstone Garage (PS#5) is available 2 hours prior to first serve. Please see the 2025 NCAA Volleyball Spectator Parking Map for more information.
    • Accessible parking is available in the main Joe Craft Center lot. Spaces are limited and provided on a first come, first served basis with a valid, state-issued ADA parking hangtag.
  • PROGRAMS
    • Programs are available digitally, via QR codes near the entrances
  • PROHIBITED ITEMS
  • Outside food and drinks, including alcoholic beverages
  • Outside food and drink containers, including hard-shell koozies
  • Glass, aluminum containers and ice chests
  • Artificial noisemakers, irritants and laser pointers
  • All illegal substances, tobacco products and electronic cigarettes
  • Large bags
  • Drawstring Bags, even those that are clear
  • Pets
  • Inflatables
  • Poles, extensions or selfie sticks
  • Backpacks, even those that are clear
  • Purses larger than a clutch that are not clear
  • Unattended bags left at the gates or outside of the stadium will be disposed of
    • Alcohol
    • Animals (except for service dogs)
    • Artificial Noisemakers
    • Backpacks
    • Chairs/Stools
    • Combustible Heaters
    • Firearms
    • Flash Cameras
    • Ice/Ice Chests
    • Large bags – nothing larger than 12” x 6” x 12”
    • Smoking
    • All weapons, including firearms, carried either concealed or openly are prohibited items at UK’s Historic Memorial Coliseum per KRS 237.115. Anyone in violation of this will not be granted entrance into Historic Memorial Coliseum
    • Prohibited Items – Must be approved by UK Athletics prior to entering the facility
      • Banners
      • Flags
      • Poles/Extensions
      • Signs
      • Noisemakers
  • SEATING
    • Please refer to the seating diagram, located here.

  • SECURITY CHECKS
    • For security reasons, all people and bags entering Historic Memorial Coliseum are subject to search.
  • All bags must adhere to the UK Athletics Clear Bag policy. All bags and items will be searched. To avoid additional touch points, fans are strongly encouraged to not bring unnecessary bags to Historic Memorial Coliseum.
  • SHUTTLES
    • Shuttles are available free of charge from the Cornerstone Garage (PS#5) and High Street lot
    • Please see the parking & shuttle information page (link to parking & shuttle information page) for additional information regarding parking and shuttle options.
  • SMOKING
    • In accordance with the University of Kentucky’s Smoke-Free Campus Initiative, Tobacco products and electronic cigarettes are prohibited inside as well as outside of Historic Memorial Coliseum and all University grounds
  • TEAM & GUEST PASS LIST
    • To gain entry via team pass list, please enter through the Rose Street Entrance. Each guest MUST show a photo ID at the pass list table.
  • TICKETS
    • Doors to Historic Memorial Coliseum will open one (1) hour prior to the first serve of the match.
    • All people must have a ticket or credential to enter the Coliseum. Children 2 and under do not require a ticket as long as they are occupying the lap of a ticketed adult.
    • Faculty and staff IDs, Wildcat Sports Passes and Junior Wildcat Club memberships are NOT valid for free entry.
    • No re-entry is permitted.
    • All tickets will be mobile tickets. Ticket holders will access their tickets through their UK Athletics Account. The option to transfer tickets to friends/family will be available
    • Fans are strongly encouraged to save their mobile tickets in their smart phone’s digital wallet prior to arriving at Historic Memorial Coliseum. To learn more about mobile tickets, visit UKAthletics.com/MobileTickets.

 

All-Session Prices Single-Session Prices
Courtside $100 Courtside: $68
Lexus Club Rail – $84 Coliseum Club Rail – $53
Loge – $84 Loge – $53
Premium Reserved (Winners Circle): $47 Premium Reserved (Winners Circle): $32
Reserved: $42 Reserved: $26
General Admission – Adult: $37 General Admission – Adult: $21
General Admission – Youth (ages 3-18)/Senior (65+): $26 General Admission – Youth (ages 3-18) /Senior (65+): $16
*College Student w/ valid ID: $11
Group Rate (15+): $11

 

  • QUESTIONS? The UK Ticket Office is located at the Lexington Avenue entrance of Historic Memorial Coliseum. For the First and Second Round matches, the office will be open beginning at 9 a.m. The ticket office will close at the end of the second set of the second match.