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About Magness Arena

Magness Arena, part of the University of Denver's Ritchie Center, is a versatile, on-campus venue that hosts Denver Pioneers hockey and gymnastics, alongside basketball, concerts, and special events. Built between 1997 and 1999 to replace the former University of Denver Arena, Magness Arena remains a central hub for sports and entertainment in Denver. Whether you’re catching a game, a gymnastics meet, or a concert, we’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss ticket options and practical venue details.

Location: 2240 Buchtel Boulevard South, Denver, CO 80210. This page provides seating information, parking guidance, transit options via RTD, and nearby hotels and dining to help you plan a smooth visit to Magness Arena.

Seating varies by event: hockey/gymnastics typically around 6,026 seats; concerts up to about 8,000; basketball configurations usually 7,200–8,000. On-site parking is available in designated lots with typical event parking around the best available price per vehicle. Transit options include RTD Light Rail with campus-adjacent stops and multiple bus routes on Evans Ave and near the DU campus. For a convenient stay, consider nearby Halcyon Hotel Cherry Creek, about 3.4 miles from the DU campus, as a comfortable option for visitors seeking proximity and reliable amenities. We’ll help you secure your seats, and provide neutral, factual guidance to make your visit straightforward and stress-free.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 2240 Buchtel Boulevard South, Denver, CO 80210.
  • Venue type: multi-purpose arena within the Ritchie Center; home to Denver Pioneers hockey and gymnastics; secondary home to basketball; also hosts concerts and events.
  • Seating capacity (typical): hockey/gymnastics about 6,026 seats; concerts about 8,000; basketball around 7,200–8,000 depending on configuration.
  • Parking: on-campus event parking typically around $10 per vehicle; designated lots; directions and loading dock access available through on-site information.
  • Transit: served by RTD Light Rail with adjacent campus stops; multiple bus options on Evans Ave and near DU.
  • Nearby hotels: Halcyon Hotel Cherry Creek (~3.4 miles from DU) listed as a nearby option by the university.
  • Notable events: Barack Obama rally (2008); first 2012 U.S. Presidential Debate (Oct 3, 2012); multiple NCAA Region Gymnastics Championships; hockey attendance records (7,033 on Mar 9, 2024).
  • Renamed/demolished: Magness Arena remains in use; it was built 1997–1999 to replace the former University of Denver Arena, which was razed in 1997.