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About McKenzie Arena
McKenzie Arena is the multi-purpose home for the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) Mocs, nestled on the UTC campus in downtown Chattanooga. Since opening in 1982 and being renamed in 2000, it’s served as a premier venue for NCAA basketball, concerts, family shows, and large-scale events. Whether you’re catching a Mocs game, a major concert, or a touring show, you’ll find straightforward access, reliable parking, and convenient transit options to make your visit easy—especially when you secure your seats with us.
Below you’ll find details on seating configurations, parking availability, campus transportation, and nearby hotels and restaurants. We’ve highlighted affiliate partner options to help plan a comfortable stay near the venue.
McKenzie Arena is located at 720 East 4th Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403. With a basketball seating capacity around 10,995 and concert configurations up to 11,557 (center stage), it accommodates a wide range of events. Parking is available in Lots 7, 32, 33, 34, with Lot 20 offering accessible parking and Lot 31 nearby in a parking deck. The UTC Mocs Express campus shuttle, in partnership with CARTA, provides convenient transit to and from the arena, and the venue is ADA accessible. For guests staying downtown, several hotels and dining options are within easy walking distance. When you’re ready to buy, we’ll simplify the process and help you secure your tickets without the hassle.
For event planning, keep in mind: the arena has hosted the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament (1993–97, 1999–2000), and major acts like Elton John, Taylor Swift, Vince Gill, WWE, and Ringling Bros. Circus. Whether you’re here for sports, concerts, or family entertainment, think of us as your connection for straightforward ticket purchases and reliable venue information.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 720 East 4th Street, Chattanooga, TN 37403.
- Venue type: multi‑purpose arena on the UTC campus.
- Opened: 1982; renamed McKenzie Arena on February 21, 2000.
- Basketball seating capacity: about 10,995.
- Concert seating: up to 11,557 (center stage), 9,107 (end stage), 7,463 (side stage).
- Parking: Lots 7, 32, 33, 34; Lot 20 (accessible); Lot 31 parking deck nearby.
- Transit: UTC Mocs Express campus shuttle with CARTA; ADA accessible.
- Nearby hotels: numerous downtown Chattanooga hotels within walking distance.
- Notable events hosted: SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament (1993–97, 1999–2000); Elton John, Taylor Swift, Vince Gill, WWE events, Ringling Bros. Circus, and other major acts.