Parking and Traffic Alert

ADA Seating

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.

• 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.
• Alcoholic beverages may NOT travel between Club Naimoli and the concourse
• 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).
• 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.

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. 

Concession stands throughout Purcell Pavilion feature a variety of menu items for purchase. Click here for a guide of available concession items per location.

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).

Notre Dame is Committed to:

• Respectful Behavior. Fans are expected to be courteous to fellow attendees, including fans of the opposing team, and to arena personnel.
• Appropriate Language. Foul, abusive, or obscene language and gestures are not tolerated.
• Responsible Alcohol Consumption. Intoxication or other signs of alcohol impairment leading to irresponsible behavior can result in consequences, including ejection.
• Safety. Fans are expected to follow instructions from Notre Dame staff and arena personnel.
• Respect for the Game. Interfering with the progress of the game, such as throwing objects onto the court, is prohibited.
• Enthusiastic Fan Support. While standing and cheering is encouraged, fans are asked to be mindful of others

Guests not adhering to Notre Dame’s Courtesy Guidelines will be subject to sanctions, including, refusal of admittance, removal, and/or arrest.

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

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.

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.

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 will be provided on the video board.

Parking lots for all basketball games are open 2 hours prior to the event, and free of charge. Tailgating is prohibited.

Shuttles

• 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 
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• Traffic
• 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.

The following items are permitted within Purcell Pavilion:

• 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”
• *Collapsible umbrellas
• 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”

*Cameras, hand-held radios, and collapsible 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.

Weapons of any kind are prohibited on campus.

The following items are prohibited within Purcell Pavilion:

• 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
• Large / non collapsible umbrellas
• Obstructive cameras or selfie sticks
• Outside alcohol or alcohol containers
• Outside food or beverage (while exceptions to allow outside food or beverage for dietary restrictions can be made upon approval, those items must be inside a compliant clear bag.)
• Projectors/projection devices
• Signs, banners, and balloons
• Stadium chairs or seat backs 
• 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 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.

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).

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

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.

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