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Credit Union 1 Arena Tickets
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November 2026
11 events- NOV02Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. St. Francis Fighting SaintsFrom $17View Tickets →
- NOV06Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Robert Morris College EaglesFrom $17View Tickets →
- NOV07Sumo Championship League8:00 PMFrom $44View Tickets →
- NOV08Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Northwestern Wildcats1:00 PMFrom $24View Tickets →
- NOV09Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. North Carolina Greensboro SpartansFrom $18View Tickets →
- NOV11Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Chicago State CougarsFrom $25View Tickets →
- NOV18Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Chicago State CougarsFrom $17View Tickets →
- NOV19Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Lindenwood LionsFrom $24View Tickets →
- NOV21Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Ball State CardinalsFrom $34View Tickets →
- NOV22Butler Bulldogs vs. Nebraska Cornhuskers11:00 AMFrom $150View Tickets →
- NOV29Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Canisius Golden GriffinsFrom $17View Tickets →
December 2026
8 events- DEC02Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Valparaiso UniversityFrom $17View Tickets →
- DEC06Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Calumet College Of St. Joseph Crimson WaveFrom $18View Tickets →
- DEC15Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Indiana State SycamoresFrom $17View Tickets →
- DEC18Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Charlotte 49ersFrom $17View Tickets →
- DEC20Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Indiana State SycamoresFrom $24View Tickets →
- DEC22Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Valparaiso UniversityFrom $25View Tickets →
- DEC26The Harlem Globetrotters2:00 PMFrom $78View Tickets →
- DEC29Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Evansville Purple AcesFrom $33View Tickets →
January 2027
8 events- JAN05Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Southern Illinois SalukisFrom $17View Tickets →
- JAN07Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Northern Iowa PanthersFrom $34View Tickets →
- JAN09Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Drake BulldogsFrom $33View Tickets →
- JAN16Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Bradley BravesFrom $25View Tickets →
- JAN19Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Bradley BravesFrom $17View Tickets →
- JAN24Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Belmont BruinsFrom $17View Tickets →
- JAN28Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Southern Illinois SalukisFrom $25View Tickets →
- JAN30Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Illinois State RedbirdsFrom $17View Tickets →
February 2027
7 events- FEB03Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Murray State RacersFrom $17View Tickets →
- FEB04Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Illinois State RedbirdsFrom $25View Tickets →
- FEB12Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Murray State RacersFrom $24View Tickets →
- FEB13Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Northern Iowa PanthersFrom $18View Tickets →
- FEB18Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Evansville Purple AcesFrom $18View Tickets →
- FEB27Illinois-Chicago Flames Women's Basketball vs. Belmont BruinsFrom $25View Tickets →
- FEB28Illinois-Chicago Flames vs. Drake BulldogsFrom $18View Tickets →
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Illinois-Chicago Flames
Monday, November 2, 2026 · Friday, November 6, 2026 · Monday, November 9, 2026 · Thursday, November 19, 2026 · Sunday, November 29, 2026 · Sunday, December 6, 2026 · Tuesday, December 29, 2026 · Saturday, January 16, 2027 · Tuesday, January 19, 2027 · Sunday, January 24, 2027 · Saturday, January 30, 2027 · Wednesday, February 3, 2027 · Thursday, February 4, 2027 · Friday, February 12, 2027 · Thursday, February 18, 2027 · Saturday, February 27, 2027
Sumo Championship League
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Chicago State Cougars
Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Ball State Cardinals
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Nebraska Cornhuskers
Sunday, November 22, 2026
Valparaiso University
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 · Tuesday, December 22, 2026
Indiana State Sycamores
Tuesday, December 15, 2026 · Sunday, December 20, 2026
Charlotte 49ers
Friday, December 18, 2026
Southern Illinois Salukis
Tuesday, January 5, 2027 · Thursday, January 28, 2027
Northern Iowa Panthers
Thursday, January 7, 2027 · Saturday, February 13, 2027
Drake Bulldogs
Saturday, January 9, 2027 · Sunday, February 28, 2027
Credit Union 1 Arena is Chicago’s versatile, multi‑purpose arena hosting everything from UIC Flames basketball to concerts, boxing and graduations. Located at 525 S. Racine Ave in the Near West Side, this venue combines a practical, fan‑friendly design with easy access and abundant parking. Whether you’re planning a big show or a community event, we’ve got you covered with clear seating options, transport tips, and nearby hotel and dining suggestions to help you plan a convenient trip to the arena.
As you browse events, remember that seating charts are interactive and event‑specific, available through SeatGeek. If you’re looking for a reliable place to secure your seats, we’ll help you find the right view and price for your occasion. For questions about accessibility, parking specifics, or nearby recommendations, just reach out—we’ve got you covered in the Chicago West Loop area.
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The arena can accommodate up to 10,000 people for multi-purpose events. [9]
Venue history
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- [2] Credit Union 1 Arena (formerly U.I.C. Pavilion) - Chicago
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- [4] Parking Near Credit Union 1 Arena, Hotels & Event Guide
- [5] Restaurants near Credit Union 1 Arena, Chicago, IL
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- [7] Credit Union 1 Arena (Formerly UIC Pavilion) - Chicago Theater
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: approximately 10,000 total; concert configurations able to reach about 10,300 end-stage, 9,500 for boxing/wrestling, and 8,000 for basketball.
- Address: 525 S. Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607.
- Venue type: multi‑purpose arena serving as home to UIC Flames basketball and other events (concerts, boxing, graduations, etc.).
- Seating chart: interactive seating charts available via SeatGeek for event-specific layouts.
- Parking: two lit, staffed lots across the street plus a parking structure adjacent to the building; typical event pricing ranges $10–$20.
- Transit: convenient to downtown Chicago; located near I-290/94 and directly across from the Racine Blue Line CTA stop.
- Nearby hotels: Palmer House a Hilton Hotel (~1.6 miles), Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile (roughly similar distance), Hyatt House Chicago West Loop (~0.6 miles) among others.
- Renamed: formerly known as UIC Pavilion (1982–2018); renamed Credit Union 1 Arena in 2018.