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About RAC At St. Edward's University
Welcome to RAC at St. Edward's University, a versatile on-campus venue in the heart of Austin. With a main gym that seats up to 1,300 for basketball and volleyball, and larger graduation capacities around 2,300, RAC hosts a range of events from varsity athletics to campus-wide celebrations. The space configuration can vary by event, with bleacher-style seating common in the gym and other RAC spaces offering seminar-style capacities. We’ll help you secure seats, plan your visit, and navigate parking and transit options for a smooth day in South Austin.
Located at 3001 South Congress Ave, RAC sits on St. Edward’s campus and is easily accessible for locals and visitors alike. Whether you’re coming for a game, a graduation, or a campus event, we’ve got you covered with practical tips and trusted partner recommendations for nearby lodging and dining.
Parking and transit at a glance: Parking is managed through the SEU parking portal. Visitor vPermits are available, and specific lots and times are published in campus guidance. CapMetro provides service to the area with local routes 1, 300, 801 and rapid lines 800/803. For UT shuttles and connections, check the CapMetro site. Arrive early, secure your vPermit, and plan your route using transit options to minimize delays.
Nearby hotels and dining: We prioritize trusted affiliate partners for convenient stays and meals. Options include Frame Hotel – SoCo (110 West Elizabeth St), Hotel San Jose (1316 South Congress Ave), and Hotel Saint Cecilia (112 Academy Dr). Commodore Perry Estate (4100 Red River St) is also nearby for a refined stay. For a bite before or after your event, see our recommended local eateries and beverage spots along South Congress and nearby streets. We’ve got connections to help you book reliably and conveniently.
Notable RAC events span SEU men’s and women’s basketball, varsity and club athletics, graduations, and campus celebrations. In 2020, an outdoor plaza expansion widened performance and gathering space, making RAC a flexible venue for a variety of experiences beyond traditional indoor sports.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 3001 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704.
- Venue: Recreation and Athletics Center (RAC) on the St. Edward's campus; main gym seats up to 1,300 spectators (basketball/volleyball). Graduations can seat about 2,300.
- Seating chart: No public, formal seating chart published; configurations vary by event (bleacher-style seating for the gym; seminar/room capacities published for other RAC spaces).
- Parking: Event parking must be registered via the SEU parking portal; visitor vPermits available; specific lots and times published in campus parking guidance.
- Transit: CapMetro bus service serves the area (local routes 1, 300, 801; Rapid routes 800/803; nearby UT Shuttles information available on CapMetro site).
- Nearby hotels: Frame Hotel – SoCo (110 West Elizabeth St), Hotel San Jose (1316 South Congress Ave), Hotel Saint Cecilia (112 Academy Dr). Commodore Perry Estate (4100 Red River St) is also nearby.
- Notable events hosted: SEU men’s/women’s basketball; varsity/club athletics; graduations and various campus events; expansion in 2020 included an outdoor plaza for performances.