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John J. Lee Amphitheater At Payne Whitney Gym Tickets

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About John J. Lee Amphitheater At Payne Whitney Gym

Welcome to the John J. Lee Amphitheater at Payne Whitney Gym, a premier indoor multi-use athletic arena in New Haven, CT. With a total capacity of 2,800 (1,500 permanent seats and 1,300 pull-out bleachers), this venue hosts Yale men’s and women’s basketball, volleyball, and gymnastics events. Since its renaming in 1996 in honor of Yale alumnus John J. Lee, the amphitheater has continued to be a home for high-level college athletics and notable Ivy League competitions.

Whether you’re planning a Yale game night or a multi-sport event, we’ve got you covered with seating details, parking options, transit tips, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to help you make the most of your visit to New Haven.

Secure your seats with our easy, no-fuss process and use this guide to navigate parking, rideshare pickup, and convenient nearby lodging and dining. For larger groups or last-minute needs, we’re here as your connection to tickets and event information at the John J. Lee Amphitheater.

Location specifics: Payne Whitney Gymnasium, 70 Tower Parkway, New Haven, CT 06511. Transit options include rideshare pickups at the main entrance and several nearby parking garages for game day. Parking Lot 78 (74 Ashmun Street) offers free parking on select events, with additional options at The Shops at Yale Lot (56 Broadway) and the Dixwell Lot (24 Dixwell Ave) plus metered street parking.

Nearby hotels and dining partners provide convenient stays and meals for visiting fans. Trusted affiliate partners include Courtyard New Haven at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, and New Haven Hotel, along with recommended restaurant options close to Yale’s campus for pre- or post-game meals.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Payne Whitney Gymnasium, 70 Tower Parkway, New Haven, CT 06511.
  • Capacity: 2,800 seats total (1,500 permanent and 1,300 pull-out bleachers).
  • Venue type: Indoor multi-use athletic arena (John J. Lee Amphitheater) within Payne Whitney Gymnasium; hosts Yale men’s and women’s basketball, volleyball, and gymnastics.
  • Seating chart: roughly 1,500 permanent seats plus 1,300 pull-out bleachers for a 2,800-seat venue.
  • Renamed: The amphitheater was renamed in 1996 in honor of Yale alumnus John J. Lee.
  • Notable events: Hosted the 2019 Ivy League Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments; site of a 2011 Ivy League playoff between Princeton and Harvard.
  • Parking: Lot 78 (74 Ashmun Street) offers free parking; other options include The Shops at Yale Lot (56 Broadway) and the Dixwell Lot (24 Dixwell Ave), plus metered street parking.
  • Transit: Rideshare pickup located at 70 Tower Parkway; nearby public transit options exist; multiple parking garages nearby for game day.
  • Nearby hotels: Courtyard New Haven at Yale (30 Whalley Ave); Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale (155 Temple St); New Haven Hotel (229 George Street).