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About Convocation Center At California University Of Pennsylvania

Welcome to the Convocation Center at California University of Pennsylvania, a versatile multi-purpose arena on the PennWest California campus. Home to Cal U Vulcans basketball and volleyball, this venue hosts commencements, concerts, and large-scale events. With flexible seating configurations and convenient access from major routes, it’s easy to secure your seats and plan a hassle-free visit.

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Below you’ll find essential details on seating options, parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining to help you tailor your experience. We’ve highlighted trusted hotel and restaurant partners to simplify your planning.

Venue specifics: Address is 250 University Ave, California, PA 15419. Typical event parking centers around Lot 4 (River Lot). The Convocation Center is easily accessible from major highways in the region. For accessibility and logistics, check the local event page or venue notice for any updates before you travel. If you’re planning a Cal U game, commencement, or a big concert, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticketing and trusted local stays and bites.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: Official arena capacity is 6,000 seats. Capacity charts show configurations such as Theater 3,120 (no retractable bleachers) or 1,800 (with retractable bleachers); Banquet 968 or 472; Classroom 1,296 or 864 depending on layout.
  • Address: 250 University Ave, California, PA 15419.
  • Venue type: Multi-purpose convocation center/arena on the PennWest California campus; home to California Vulcans basketball and volleyball; also used for commencements and other large events.
  • Seating chart: Public seating maps exist (Convocation Center map PDF) and the arena is configurable for different events; no single static seating chart published on the site.
  • Parking: Parking is typically in Lot 4 (River Lot) for most events.
  • Transit/directions: Located between Pittsburgh, PA and Morgantown, WV; campus is accessible via major highways, including Route 43; about an hour from Pittsburgh.
  • Nearby hotels: Examples from PennWest: Hampton Inn & Suites California University-Pittsburgh (Coal Center, PA), Candlewood Suites Belle Vernon, Hampton Inn Belle Vernon, Best Western Garden Inn, SpringHill Suites Pittsburgh Washington.
  • Notable events hosted: Home to Cal U Vulcans basketball and volleyball; commencement ceremonies; a 2025 concert by Rich the Kid at the Convocation Center.