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About Foster Auditorium
Foster Auditorium is a historic, multi-purpose indoor arena located on the University of Alabama campus in Tuscaloosa. With a main floor seating capacity of 3,800, it remains a centerpiece for campus events, concerts, lectures, and community gatherings. The venue blends traditional architecture with modern renovations completed in 2011, preserving its legacy while providing up-to-date facilities for guests.
\nWhether you’re planning a campus event or attending as a guest, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining. Secure your seats and enjoy a day on the UA campus with confidence.
Foster Auditorium sits at 801 6th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. On-campus parking is limited, so plan ahead using UA parking maps and Gameday resources. UA Crimson Ride provides on-campus transit to the Foster Auditorium area, making it easier to reach events without a car. Nearby hotels like Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown, The Alamite Tuscaloosa, and Embassy Suites Downtown offer convenient stays within walking or short rides of the venue. For dining, explore nearby options that suit every taste, and check our affiliate partner recommendations for great value stays and meals around your event date.
\nNote: Foster Auditorium hosts General Admission seating for most areas with some reserved sections. For specific events, verify the seating arrangement in advance. Contact us to help secure your seats and plan your visit with ease.
\nNotable moments at Foster Auditorium include its historical role in Governor George Wallace’s Stand in the Schoolhouse Door (1963) and the site of a historic 1955 full-court basketball shot. The venue remains an important part of Alabama’s cultural and athletic heritage.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Current seating capacity: 3,800 (Main Floor).
- Address: 801 6th Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401.
- Venue type: Historic multi-purpose indoor arena on the University of Alabama campus.
- Seating chart: Volleyball seating chart exists; all seats are General Admission except reserved areas.
- Parking: On-campus parking is limited; use campus lots and parking maps (parking information available from UA/Gameday resources).
- Transit: On-campus transit via UA’s Crimson Ride bus routes connecting to the Foster Auditorium area.
- Nearby hotels: Several hotels nearby, including Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown, The Alamite Tuscaloosa, and Embassy Suites Downtown.
- Notable events: Site of Governor George Wallace’s Stand in the Schoolhouse Door (1963); historic 1955 full-court basketball shot at Foster Auditorium.
- Renovated/renamed: Not demolished or renamed; renovated in 2011 and continues to function as Foster Auditorium.