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Lawson Arena Tickets
- Location
- Kalamazoo, MI
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Upcoming Events at Lawson Arena
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October 2026
3 events- OCT24Exhibition: Western Michigan Broncos vs. Wisconsin Badgers6:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- OCT29Western Michigan Broncos vs. Long Island University Sharks7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- OCT30Western Michigan Broncos vs. Long Island University Sharks7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
November 2026
2 eventsDecember 2026
2 eventsJanuary 2027
4 events- JAN08Western Michigan Broncos vs. Denver Pioneers Hockey7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- JAN09Western Michigan Broncos vs. Denver Pioneers Hockey6:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- JAN15Western Michigan Broncos vs. Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks Hockey7:00 PMFrom $51View Tickets →
- JAN16Western Michigan Broncos vs. Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks Hockey6:00 PMFrom $51View Tickets →
February 2027
4 events- FEB05Western Michigan Broncos vs. St. Cloud State Huskies Hockey7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- FEB06Western Michigan Broncos vs. St. Cloud State Huskies Hockey6:00 PMFrom $42View Tickets →
- FEB19Western Michigan Broncos vs. Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs Hockey7:00 PMFrom $69View Tickets →
- FEB20Western Michigan Broncos vs. Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs Hockey6:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
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Headliners Coming to Lawson Arena
Western Michigan Broncos
Thursday, October 29, 2026 · Friday, October 30, 2026 · Friday, January 8, 2027 · Saturday, January 9, 2027 · Friday, January 15, 2027 · Saturday, January 16, 2027 · Friday, February 19, 2027 · Saturday, February 20, 2027
Colorado College Tigers
Friday, November 13, 2026 · Saturday, November 14, 2026
Miami (OH) RedHawks
Friday, December 4, 2026 · Saturday, December 5, 2026
St. Cloud State Huskies
Friday, February 5, 2027 · Saturday, February 6, 2027
The venue
About Lawson Arena
Lawson Arena, a multi‑purpose facility in Kalamazoo, Michigan, is home to WMU hockey and a range of events from ice shows to boxing and concerts. With a seating capacity of approximately 3,667, the arena sits at 2009 Howard Street and connects the city’s athletic and entertainment calendar with a versatile space used since 1974 for WMU hockey and through notable renovations in the 1990s.
Whether you’re catching a game, a concert, or a family show, we can help you secure your seats at Lawson Arena with clear seating information, practical parking and transit options, plus trusted hotel and dining recommendations nearby.
Lawson Arena is part of the larger facility that includes the Harry W. Lawson Ice Arena and the Gabel Natatorium, serving as Kalamazoo’s hub for ice sports and aquatic events. Parking is convenient with several lots—Visitor Lot 70 or 74, Student Lot 63, 64 or 70, and Employee Lot 63 or 107. For transportation, WMU Bronco Transit Bus Service provides easy access around the campus area. Nearby hotels such as Radisson Plaza Kalamazoo, Comfort Inn, and Staybridge Suites offer comfortable stays close to the venue, making it simple to plan an easy trip around your event. For the best experience, check event listings for seating availability on SeatGeek and other ticket platforms, and secure your seats early for popular dates.
If you’re exploring Kalamazoo, consider the city’s dining scene and attractions before or after your event. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward guidance to help you navigate venue details, parking, transit, and nearby amenities.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 3,667 seats.
- Address: 2009 Howard Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49006.
- Venue type: multi‑purpose arena (Harry W. Lawson Ice Arena and Gabel Natatorium) housing ice hockey, swimming, and other events.
- Seating chart: official seating exists (approximate 3,667 capacity); interactive seating charts available via SeatGeek and other ticket platforms.
- Parking: Visitor Lot 70 or 74; Student Lot 63, 64 or 70; Employee Lot 63 or 107.
- Transit: WMU Bronco Transit Bus Service.
- Nearby hotels: Radisson Plaza Kalamazoo, Comfort Inn, Staybridge Suites (per WMU Visit hotels listing).
- Notable events: WMU hockey has played here since 1974; record attendance 5,168 on Oct 31, 1987; also hosts ice shows, boxing, concerts; basketball used here during 1992–1994 renovations.