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About College Avenue Gymnasium

Welcome to College Avenue Gymnasium, affectionately known as The Barn. Located at 130 College Avenue in New Brunswick, NJ, this on-campus athletic facility remains a central hub for Rutgers volleyball and campus events. The venue features seating that surrounds the court on three sides, with a capacity historically around 3,200, and about 2,500 for modern volleyball matches. While wrestling moved to a new home in 2019, College Avenue Gym continues to host array of events and community activities, including the notable biennial Rutgers Dance Marathon.

Whether you’re a local, a Rutgers student, or visiting from out of town, we’ve got you covered with practical details to secure your seats, navigate parking and transit, and find comfortable nearby lodging and dining options.

Venue details: College Avenue Gymnasium sits on the Rutgers campus in New Brunswick, NJ. The gym has historically accommodated a three-sided balcony configuration around the court, providing a close, energetic atmosphere for volleyball. Note that the venue itself is not demolished and continues to serve as a campus sports facility, with adjacent athletic developments enhancing the overall experience for spectators.

  • Address: 130 College Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1166
  • Capacity: ~2,500 for volleyball matches; historically up to ~3,200
  • Parking: Lot 26 and Lot 30 behind the gym, plus the College Avenue Deck. Check Rutgers Athletics/parking for day-of-event lots and permit rules.
  • Transit: Served by Rutgers campus bus routes A, H, LX, EE, and other New Brunswick connections. Campus shuttles run between College Avenue, Busch, Livingston, and Douglass campuses.
  • Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency New Brunswick, Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center, and Rutgers Inn & University Conference Center are commonly used by visitors to the area.
  • Nearby dining: A variety of options around College Avenue and downtown New Brunswick, including casual eateries, family-friendly spots, and sit-down dining after events.
  • Affiliates and tips: We’ve listed trusted hotel and restaurant partners to help secure comfortable accommodations and convenient meals during your visit. Always verify current event schedules and parking instructions on Rutgers Athletics or venue pages prior to arrival.

If you’re planning to attend, secure your seats early, transportation, and lodging through our partner recommendations for a smooth, stress-free experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 130 College Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1166.
  • Venue type: on-campus athletic facility (formerly basketball venue; today the home of Rutgers volleyball; nicknamed 'The Barn').
  • Capacity and seating: about 2,500 for volleyball; historically around 3,200; seating largely on a three-sided balcony around the court.
  • Notable events: hosted New Jersey constitutional conventions (1947; Rutgers Archives confirm), Rutgers basketball Final Four in 1976, and Rutgers Dance Marathon (biennial event) in College Avenue Gym.
  • Parking: Lot 26 and Lot 30 behind the gym, plus the College Avenue Deck; day-of-event parking details are published by Rutgers Athletics/parking.
  • Transit: served by Rutgers campus bus routes (A, H, LX, EE, etc.) and other New Brunswick transit connections; campus buses operate between College Avenue, Busch, Livingston, and Douglass.
  • Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency New Brunswick, Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center, and Rutgers Inn & University Conference Center are commonly used by visitors to the area.
  • Demolished/renamed status: the building remains in use; wrestling moved to the RWJBarnabas Health Athletic Performance Center in 2019, but College Avenue Gym itself is not demolished.