Basketball Gameday: Arena Info & Policies

Basketball: Arena Info & Policies

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.

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.

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).

To offer you more check-out options from our “Grab and Go” concession stand, we have moved the location from gate 11 to gate 9 (above the main entrance of Purcell Pavilion). Gate 11 will remain open as a point of sale stand and we will continue to offer the same menus at both locations for your enjoyment.

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 stadium personnel will assist guests in exiting the stadium 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

When planning your visit, please note the following are permitted inside Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center during home games and other major events:

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) personal water bottles (i.e. Yeti)
Hand-held radios
Hand sanitizer (not to exceed 4 oz.)
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, cell phones, 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

When planning your visit, please note the following are NOT permitted inside Purcell Pavilion at the Joyce Center during home games and other major events:

Aerosol cans or bottles
Alcohol or alcohol containers
Animals (Service Dogs are permitted)
Artificial noisemakers (including whistles)
Bags and containers that do not meet the Clear Bag Policy
Cameras with lenses longer than six (6) inches
Drones or Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
Fireworks or explosives
Food or beverage
Glass bottles
GoPro or selfie sticks
Halloween-style masks
Laser or pen pointers
Projectors/projection devices
Signs, banners, and balloons
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
Weapons/Firearms
Any other items deemed dangerous or inappropriate

WEAPONS OF ANY KIND ARE PROHIBITED ON CAMPUS

Service Animals

Animals are not permitted in the Compton Family Ice Arena, 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

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

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 in jalapeño mustard and 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!

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