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About John Paul Jones Arena
John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ) is a premier multi‑use venue in Charlottesville, VA. With a capacity of 14,593 for basketball, JPJ serves as the home court for the University of Virginia Cavaliers and hosts a wide range of concerts and major events. Whether you’re planning a UVA game, a headline concert, or a family show, we’ve got you covered with easy, straightforward ticket access and practical visiting tips.
Below you’ll find seating options, parking details, transit guidance, and trusted nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations to help you plan a smooth trip to JPJ.
JPJ’s official seating charts cover basketball (UVA Cavaliers), End Stage Concert, and Theater configurations, so you can find the right view for your event. The venue is cashless and offers parking in the JPJ Garage as well as JPJ West/South/East Lots and the Emmet‑Ivy Garage. Transiting to JPJ is simple with fare‑free Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) routes and nearby bus stops. For a comfortable stay, explore preferred hotel partners on the venue site and nearby options like Kimpton The Forum Hotel Charlottesville, within about a mile. We’ve got you covered with insider tips and reliable arrangements to secure your seats with ease.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 295 Massie Rd, Charlottesville, VA 22903
- Capacity: 14,593 for basketball
- Venue type: Multi-purpose arena; home to UVA Cavaliers basketball; also hosts concerts and events
- Seating charts: Official seating charts available for UVA Basketball, End Stage Concert, and Theater configurations
- Parking: JPJ Garage, JPJ West/South/East Lots, Emmet‑Ivy Garage; passes sold online; venue cashless
- Transit: Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) offers fare‑free routes; nearby bus stops serve JPJ; How to Ride guidance available
- Nearby hotels: Preferred Hotels listed on the venue site; nearby options include Kimpton The Forum Hotel Charlottesville within about 1 mile
- Notable events: Opening season included Dave Matthews Band and Cirque du Soleil; other events include WWE Raw (2006), Jay‑Z (2008), Metallica (2009)