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About Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion

The Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion is a premier multi‑purpose arena in the heart of Waco, Texas. Opened in January 2024, it serves as the home court for the Baylor Bears basketball team and hosts a wide range of concerts and public events. The venue combines solid seating for basketball with strong capacity for concerts, making it a versatile stop for fans and concertgoers alike.

Whether you’re catching a Baylor game, a headline concert, or a special event, you’ll find practical details here to help you plan your visit. We’ve got you covered with seating information, parking options, transit access, and recommendations for nearby hotels and dining to make your trip smooth and effortless.

Located at 650 S University Parks Drive, Waco, the Foster Pavilion sits on the Baylor University campus, with convenient access from downtown and the surrounding area. Read on for a complete, insider guide to enjoying events at this modern Waco venue.

Seating and capacity vary by event. Basketball events typically offer 7,000+ seated capacity, up to about 7,500 total with standing room. Concerts usually accommodate around 5,928. The arena graphically features sections 101–131 around the court, and a detailed seating map is available to help you pick the best view. ADA accessibility is supported, with shuttle options and ADA-friendly transit routes for a smooth arrival. If you’re planning a visit for a show or game, secure your seats early through trusted channels—we’ve got you covered with reliable recommendations and easy purchase options.

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Venue address: 650 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX 76706. Parking options include an adjacent ~400-vehicle garage, 10 downtown lots, and roughly 1,600 public spaces within a comfortable walking distance. ADA shuttles and ride-share drop-off on Second Street provide additional accessibility. City of Waco shuttle service offers ADA-accessible routes to Foster Pavilion, with Ferrell Center and Heritage Square shuttles also operating for convenient connections.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 650 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX 76706.
  • Venue type: multi-purpose arena; home court for Baylor Bears basketball and a venue for concerts and public events.
  • Basketball capacity: 7,000+ seated; total capacity up to ~7,500 with standing-room.
  • Concert capacity: typically about 5,928 for most concert events.
  • Seating chart: arena map shows sections 101–131 around the court (detailed map image available).
  • Parking: adjacent ~400-vehicle garage; 10 downtown lots; ~1,600 public spaces within walking distance; ADA shuttles; ride-share drop-off on Second Street.
  • Transit: City of Waco shuttle system offers ADA-accessible service to Foster Pavilion (Ferrell Center and Heritage Square shuttles also operate).
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel Indigo Waco – Baylor (211 Clay Ave, 76706); Hotel 1928 (701 Washington Ave, 76701).
  • Notable events hosted: Nate Bargatze donor event (Sept 27, 2024); NCAA Women's Basketball First & Second Rounds (Mar 21–23, 2025); Forrest Frank concert (Apr 22, 2025); Lauren Daigle (Sept 11, 2025); Jeff Dunham (Oct 3, 2025); Harlem Globetrotters (Feb 14, 2026).
  • Renaming/status: Named Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion; opened in Jan 2024; not demolished.