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About CEFCU Arena

Welcome to CEFCU Arena, a 10,200-seat, on-campus multi-purpose venue at Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois. Since the 2023-24 academic year, the arena has carried the CEFCU Arena name, continuing a rich tradition of hosting top-tier collegiate and community events. Whether you’re here for basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, or a special performance, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticketing, clear seating information, and guidance on parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining.

CEFCU Arena is the home court for ISU athletics and a frequent host for postseason tournaments and showcases, including NCAA Midwest Regional events, IHSA state finals, and the State Farm Holiday Classic. The arena is located at 702 W. College Ave, Normal, IL 61761, conveniently connected to Bloomington-Normal public transit and surrounded by a range of lodging and dining options.

Explore seating as you plan your visit. Public seating maps are available via SeatGeek, offering an interactive view of sections, sightlines, and entry points. For parking, refer to ISU Parking & Transportation guidance to locate designated lots and posted signs on event days. Connect Transit serves the area for easy access to and from the venue.

We’ve got you covered from purchase to pickup. Secure your seats with an easy, no-fuss process and rely on local guidance for parking and getting around town. For lodging and meals, our recommended partners nearby provide reliable stays and solid dining options, making your trip comfortable and convenient.

  • Marriott Hotel & Conference Center Normal, Hyatt Place Normal, Eastland Suites (Bloomington), and other properties close to campus.
  • Options ranging from casual eateries to sit-down restaurants in Normal and Bloomington near ISU.
  • Designated lots around CEFCU Arena; use posted signs and athletic-event parking guidance from ISU Parking & Transportation.
  • Transit: Connect Transit provides routes serving the CEFCU Arena area for convenient access.
  • Notable events hosted: NCAA Midwest Regional (women’s basketball), IHSA Girls Basketball & Volleyball State Finals, State Farm Holiday Classic, Missouri Valley Conference Women’s Basketball Tournament, and Gamma Phi Circus performances.

When you’re ready to buy, we’ll guide you to available seats and help you secure your tickets quickly and reliably. You’ve got a guy for CEFCU Arena tickets — straightforward, dependable, and friendly.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 10,200-seat multi-purpose arena (ISU Athletics page lists 10,200).
  • Address: 702 W. College Ave, Normal, IL 61761.
  • Venue type: on-campus, multi-purpose arena; hosts basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, and other events.
  • Seating chart: public seating maps available via SeatGeek (interactive seating chart for CEFCU Arena).
  • Parking: designated lots around CEFCU Arena; public parking often in specific lots with posted signs; detailed athletic-event parking guidance available from ISU Parking & Transportation.
  • Transit: Connect Transit (Bloomington-Normal public transit) serves the CEFCU Arena area.
  • Nearby hotels: Marriott Hotel & Conference Center Normal, Hyatt Place Normal, Eastland Suites (Bloomington), among others nearby.
  • Notable events hosted: NCAA Midwest Regional (women’s basketball), IHSA Girls Basketball & Volleyball State Finals, State Farm Holiday Classic, Missouri Valley Conference Women's Basketball Tournament; also Gamma Phi Circus performances.
  • Renaming: Redbird Arena renamed CEFCU Arena starting with the 2023-24 academic year under a naming-rights agreement.