Basketball Gameday

Clear Bag Policy

As a part of an ongoing commitment to safety and security, aligning with the best practices at major entertainment and athletics venues, the University of Notre Dame instituted a Clear Bag Policy for all events in Purcell Pavilion.

Full Guidelines

General Policies

ADA Seating (Including fans using wheelchairs)

General Accessibility

  • Any guests requiring special assistance are urged to make ticketing arrangements with the Murnane Family Ticket Office in advance of home basketball games.
  • On gameday, accessibility seat exchange options will be available at the Murnane Family Ticket Office located outside the Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center. Ticket booths will open one hour prior to gates; however, guests are still encouraged to make arrangements in advance to help maximize time on campus.
  • For further information, please contact the Murnane Family Ticket Office at 574-631-7356 or email at tickets@nd.edu.

Wheelchairs

  • The University is unable to provide guests with wheelchairs, scooters, or walkers, or store those items belonging to guests during events. 

Open Captioning

  • Open captioning will be provided on the video board.
Alcohol Information
  • All guests must be 21 years of age to purchase an alcoholic beverage.
  • A valid I.D. is required for purchase
  • There is a limit of 2 alcoholic beverages per valid I.D per transaction. If an individual is already in possession of one beverage, they will only be permitted to purchase one additional beverage.
  • Alcohol service will be discontinued at the end of the 3rd quarter (women’s basketball) or with 10 minutes remaining in the second half (men’s basketball). For more information, click here.
  • Outside alcohol and alcohol containers are NOT permitted inside Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center.
  • Fans may NOT exit the Arena with alcohol.
  • We reserve the right to refuse service to intoxicated persons.
  • A guest that appears to be 30 years of age or younger must produce a valid form of acceptable identification.
  • Acceptable forms of valid United States identification for alcoholic beverage purchases are: United States Driver’s License, State issued I.D. w/photo, Military I.D. w/photo, Passport, Passport I.D. Card, Mexican Consular Card
  • Government Warning: According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects.
Cashless Venue

Notre Dame’s campus has transitioned to cashless transactions.  Payments in the form of credit or debit card will be accepted. Additionally, all concession stands now accept Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Tap to Pay. 

Elevators

Elevators are located at the main entrance of Purcell Pavilion as well as near gate 2 of the Joyce Center.   

Emergency Evacuation

In the event of an emergency evacuation, a public address announcement will be made. Uniformed officers and arena personnel will assist guests in exiting the arena in an orderly manner.

Gates and Doors Open

Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center Entrances open 60 minutes prior for general ticket holders and 90 minutes prior to the game for Club Naimoli members at Men’s Basketball games. 

Metal Detectors
  • Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center utilizes metal detectors at all entrances. 
  • After having clear bags checked, guests will pass through the metal detectors and then have tickets scanned for entry to the venue. Entrants will not be required to remove belts, cell phones, coins, jackets, jewelry, watches, wallets, shoes or other small objects.
  • Fans are encouraged to arrive early at the venue to ensure a sufficient amount of time for screening.
Open Captioning

Open captioning will be provided on the video board.

Parking
  • Parking lots for all basketball games are open 2 hours prior to the event
    • Tailgating is prohibited
    • Shuttles will run 2 hours prior to the event from the Bulla and Innovation Park lots to the Baseball lot
    • Shuttles are free of charge
      • Shuttles will run post-game for 1 hour or until all fans have cleared the arena 
      • At least one shuttle will be ADA accessible 
    • Inbound traffic patterns will start 1.5 hours prior to the event 
    • Outbound traffic patterns be in place for 1 hour post event or until all traffic is cleared
    • Leahy drive between Courtney Lane and Moose Krause South Drive will be closed 1.5 hours pre-event for safety purposes
    • Please allow adequate time when arriving on campus to park prior to the event.  Due to limited availability in lots south of the Joyce Center, fans are encouraged to park in either Bulla or Innovation Park. See parking map below.
    • Parking is free.

Parking map

Permitted Items

The following items are permitted within Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center:

  • Binoculars
  • Blankets
  • Cameras with lenses shorter than six (6) inches (without cases, must adhere to Clear Bag Policy)
  • CDC approved masks
  • Cell phones
  • Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags that do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” with logo on one side only to not exceed 4.5” x 3.4”
  • Clutch bag, with or without handle/strap, or wallet not to exceed 4.5” x 6.5”
  • Empty (non-glass) water vessel (i.e. personal water bottle, Yeti cup, etc.)
  • *Hand-held radios
  • Hand sanitizer (not to exceed 4 oz.)
  • Heated apparel (jackets, gloves, etc.)
  • Medical bags or equipment (subject to additional screening)
  • One-gallon clear plastic bags (such as Ziploc or Hefty)
  • Pumps for nursing mothers (subject to additional screening)
  • Seat cushions not to exceed 16” x 16”
  • *Small umbrellas

*Cameras, hand-held radios, and small umbrellas are allowed as long as they do not compromise the view or experience of others. Permitted items above, including diapers, wipes, and other supplies for babies and small children, should be placed in an approved clear bag.

Prohibited Items

Weapons of any kind are prohibited on campus.

The following items are prohibited within Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center:

  • Aerosol cans or bottles
  • Animals (Service Dogs are permitted)
  • Artificial noisemakers (including whistles)
  • Bags and containers that do not meet the Clear Bag Policy
  • Bottles of water
  • Drones or Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
  • Fireworks or explosives
  • Glass bottles
  • Golf umbrellas
  • Halloween-style masks
  • Laser or pen pointers
  • Obstructive cameras or selfie sticks
  • Outside alcohol or alcohol containers
  • Outside food or beverages
  • Projectors/projection devices
  • Signs, banners, and balloons
  • Stadium chairs or seat backs (unless medical reason with documentation)
  • Strollers
  • The throwing of any object at any time
  • Use of tobacco products and e-cigarettes
  • Use or possession of marijuana, and other illegal drugs
  • Any other items deemed dangerous or inappropriate

Future ticket privileges may be revoked for violations of the prohibited item policy.

Recycling

Recycling is available to guests throughout the Arena Concourses to collect empty bottles and cans. Common materials accepted include aluminum and plastic. Thank you for helping to care for our common home.

Service Animals
  • Animals are not permitted in Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center, except for service animals or service animals in training that accompany individuals with disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines ‘service animals’ as ‘dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.’ Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA and, therefore, are not permitted.
  • See an usher if a Service Animal needs to visit a relief area (for exit and re-entry purposes).
Wheelchair (Companion/Storage/Rental)
  • Rental/Storage: The University is unable to provide guests with wheelchairs, scooters, or walkers, or store those items belonging to guests during events.
  • Tickets: Reserved seating areas for patrons utilizing a wheelchair or scooter or for those with mobility limitations are located throughout the stadium. Seating is available to patrons and one companion. Please contact the ticket office for seating availability in these areas.
Wi-Fi/Internet

Free Wi-Fi is available at Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center on the ND-guest network.

Arena Maps

Lower Level

View Map

Upper Level

View Map

Concessions

  • Concessions stands throughout Purcell Pavilion will feature a variety of menu items for purchase.
  • General concessions will open one-hour prior to the start of the game and remain open until the start of the fourth quarter (women’s basketball) or with approximately 10 minutes remaining the second half (men’s basketball).

Rockne Brat

After last year’s success, Notre Dame Athletics continues to offer the “Rockne Brat”. Included at concession stands across Purcell Pavilion, this delicious specialty brat will be smothered with a rich Guinness-infused stone ground mustard sauce and topped with caramelized onions. Part of the proceeds from each brat sold will support our student-athletes through the Rockne Athletics Fund.

The Rockne Athletics Fund provides Notre Dame student-athletes with the necessary resources to be champions in the classroom, community, and their respective sport. To become a member of this program and receive exclusive membership opportunities, click the button below!

Rocke Athletics Fund

Lower Concourse

Section 3 / Gate 10 – Hot Dogs & More
  • Hot dog
  • Bratwurst
  • Connie’s cheese pizza
  • Connie’s sausage pizza
  • Bavarian pretzel (vegan)
  • Cheese cup
  • Nachos & cheese (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Box popcorn (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Cotton candy
  • Boxed candy
  • Chips (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 20oz Smartwater
  • 24oz fountain soda
  • 32oz souvenir soda
  • 12oz hot cocoa/coffee
  • 16oz souvenir hot cocoa/coffee
  • 12oz High Noon (Peach, Pineapple)
  • 16oz Coors Light/Miller Lite
  • Souvenir YETI
Section 17 / Gate 8 – Hot Dogs & More
  • Rockne Bratwurst (Guinness-infused stone ground mustard sauce, caramelized onions)
  • Hot dog
  • Bratwurst
  • Bavarian pretzel (vegan)
  • Cheese cup
  • Nachos & cheese (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Box popcorn (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Cotton candy
  • Boxed candy
  • Chips (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 20oz Smartwater
  • 24oz fountain soda
  • Souvenir YETI
  • 32oz souvenir soda
  • 12oz hot cocoa/coffee
  • 16oz souvenir hot cocoa/coffee
  • 12oz High Noon (Peach, Pineapple)
  • 16oz Coors Light/Miller Lite
  • 16oz Bell’s Two Hearted
  • 16oz Blue Moon
  • 15oz Guinness 
  • 200ml Barefoot Pinot Grigio
  • 15oz Guinness 0.0
  • 12oz Blue Moon NA
Section 103 - Hot Dogs & More
  • Hot dog
  • Cotton candy
  • Candy
  • Chips (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • High Noon (Pineapple, Peach)
  • Coors Lights/Miller Lite
  • Guinness/Blue Moon
  • Bell’s Two Hearted
  • Pinot Grigio
  • Guinness 0.0/Blue Moon NA
  • Smartwater/Powerade
  • Bottled soda
  • Dasani
  • Souvenir YETI
Section 106 / Stand 11 - Hot Dogs & More
  • Rockne bratwurst (Guinness-infused stone ground mustard sauce, caramelized onions)
  • Bratwurst
  • Hot dog
  • Bavarian pretzel (vegan)
  • Nachos & cheese (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Cotton candy
  • Popcorn box (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Boxed candy
  • Chips (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Cheese cup
  • 32oz souvenir soda
  • 24oz fountain soda
  • 20oz Smartwater
  • 16oz souvenir hot cocoa/coffee
  • 12oz hot cocoa/coffee
  • 12oz High Noon (Peach, Pineapple)
  • 16oz Coors Light/Miller Lite
  • 16oz Bell’s Two Hearted
  • 16oz Blue Moon
  • 15oz Guinness
  • 200ml Barefoot Pinot Grigio
  • 15oz Guinness 0.0
  • 12oz Blue Moon NA
  • 20oz Smartwater
  • 20oz Dasani
  • Souvenir YETI

Upper Concourse

Section 114 / Stand 7 - Ben's Pretzels
  • Ben’s pretzel (vegan) w/ dipping sauce
  • Ben’s dipping sauce (cheese, sweet mustard, icing)
  • 32oz souvenir soda
  • 24oz fountain soda
  • 20oz Smartwater
  • 20oz Dasani
Section 115 - Beverages & Snacks
  • Coors Light
  • Miller Lite
  • Guinness
  • Blue Moon
  • Bell’s Two Hearted
  • High Noon
  • Barefoot Pinot Grigio
  • Guiness 0.0
  • Blue Moon
  • 20oz Dasani
  • Souvenir YETI
  • Chips (AVG – avoiding gluten)
Section 117 - Walking Tacos
  • Beef walking taco – Frito (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Beef walking taco – Dorito (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Cotton candy
  • Candy
  • High Noon (Pineapple, Peach)
  • Coors Light/Miller Lite
  • Guinness/Blue Moon
  • Bell’s Two Hearted
  • Barefoot Pinot Grigio
  • Guinness 0.0/Blue Moon NA
  • Smartwater/Powerade
  • Bottled soda
  • Dasani
  • Souvenir YETI
Section 118 / Gate 9 – Grab 'n Go
  • BQ Philly (smoked brisket, habanero queso, onion, pico de gallo)
  • Chicken tenders with fries
  • Dipping sauces (BBQ, ranch, honey mustard, boom boom sauce)
  • Cheeseburger
  • Bratwurst
  • Hot dog
  • Bavarian pretzel (vegan)
  • Nachos & cheese (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Fries (vegan)
  • Cotton candy
  • Popcorn box (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Candy
  • Chips (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Cheese cup
  • 32oz souvenir soda
  • 24oz fountain soda
  • 20oz Smartwater
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 16oz souvenir hot cocoa/coffee
  • 12oz hot cocoa/coffee
  • 12oz High Noon (Peach, Pineapple)
  • 16oz Coors Light/Miller Lite
  • 12oz Bell’s Two Hearted
  • 16oz Blue Moon
  • 15oz Guinness
  • 200ml Barefoot Pinot Grigio
  • 15oz Guinness 0.0
  • 12oz Blue Moon NA
  • Souvenir YETI

Heritage Hall

Ben’s Pretzels
  • Pretzels (vegan)
  • Dipping sauce (cheddar cheese, nacho cheese, sweet mustard, vanilla icing)
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 20oz bottled soda
  • Smartwater
  • Powerade
Connie's Pizza
  • Connie’s cheese pizza
  • Connie’s sausage pizza
  • Cotton candy
  • Popcorn box (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Boxed candy
  • Chips (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 20oz bottled soda
  • 20oz Smartwater
  • Powerade
  • High Noon (Pineapple, Peach)
  • Coors Light/Miller Lite
  • Guinness/Blue Moon
  • Bell’s Two Hearted
  • Barefoot Pinot Grigio
  • Guinness 0.0/Blue Moon NA
  • Souvenir YETI
Walking Tacos
  • Beef walking taco – Frito (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Beef walking taco – Dorito (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Cotton candy
  • Candy
  • High Noon (Pineapple, Peach)
  • Coors Light/Miller Lite
  • Guinness/Blue Moon
  • Bell’s Two Hearted
  • Barefoot Pinot Grigio
  • Guinness 0.0/Blue Moon NA
  • Smartwater
  • Powerade
  • Bottled soda
  • Dasani
  • Souvenir YETI
Mini Melts
  • Small mini melts
  • Large mini melts
  • 20oz Dasani
  • 20oz Powerade
  • 20oz Smartwater
  • 20oz bottled soda

Club Naimoli Concessions – WBB Only

Club Naimoli Concessions
  • Gameday Panini
  • Signature Sandwich
  • Beer Braised Bratwurst
  • Hot Dog
  • Pretzel Bites (vegan)
  • Cheese Cup
  • Gameday Nachos
  • Nachos & Cheese (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • House Chips & Dill Dip
  • Popcorn (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Cotton Candy
  • Boxed Candy
  • Chips (AVG – avoiding gluten)
  • Full Bar

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Contact Information

Murnane Family Ticket Office
113 Joyce Center
Notre Dame, IN 46556
Open M-F 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Closed on major holidays