Gampel Pavilion is the on-campus, domed multi-purpose arena at the University of Connecticut in Storrs, Connecticut. Home to UConn men’s and women’s basketball, it’s also hosted NCAA championship watch events and campus ceremonies. With a current capacity around 9,882 (varying by renovations from 2023–2025), Gampel remains a central hub for Huskies sports and large-scale university events.

Whether you’re a devoted Huskies fan or planning a campus visit, we’ve got you covered with how to secure your seats, where to park, how to get there, and nearby lodging and dining options.

Venue details: Gampel Pavilion is located at 2095 Hillside Road, Storrs, CT 06269. For seating, refer to the official UConn Athletics seating diagram for the most up-to-date configurations following recent renovations. Parking is available in the North Garage, South Garage, and Lots I, N, Y, and Z, with event parking starting 3 hours before tip-off. Buses drop off at the East Entrance, and campus transit directions and shuttle options are published by UConn.

Nearby hotels and dining: For convenient stays, consider Graduate Storrs (Graduate by Hilton) on campus and The Inn on Storrs in Mansfield Center. We highlight trusted accommodations and nearby dining options to help you plan a stress-free visit. Booking through our partner recommendations supports the site and ensures you secure reliable lodging during peak Huskies home games and events.

Notable events: Expect UConn men’s and women’s basketball games, NCAA championship watch events, and campus ceremonies. Note that First Night basketball events have been canceled during renovation periods.

If you’re looking to grab seats for an upcoming event, we’ll help you locate the best available options and make the process straightforward—like having a friend on the inside. We’ve got you covered with clear, no-nonsense steps to secure your tickets and plan your visit to Storrs.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Location/address: 2095 Hillside Road, Storrs, CT 06269.
Venue type: on-campus domed multi-purpose arena (home to men’s and women’s basketball; former home to women’s volleyball).
Capacity: official Quick Facts list 9,882; renovations in 2023–2025 have affected seating capacity (figures vary by source).
Seating chart: seating diagram available through UConn Athletics (link provided on official page; exact map not fetchable here due to robots.txt).
Parking: event parking in the North Garage, South Garage, and Lots I, N, Y, and Z at fixed rates; parking begins 3 hours before events.
Transit: buses drop off at the East Entrance; campus directions and shuttle options published by UConn.
Nearby hotels: Graduate Storrs (Graduate by Hilton) on campus; The Inn on Storrs in Mansfield Center.
Notable events hosted: UConn men’s and women’s basketball games; NCAA championship watch events; campus ceremonies (e.g., Commencement); First Night basketball events have been canceled during renovations.