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- Philadelphia, PA
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Upcoming Events at The Palestra
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November 2026
5 events- NOV08Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Pittsburgh PanthersCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV16Pennsylvania Quakers vs. Desales Bulldogs7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV24Pennsylvania Quakers vs. Drexel Dragons8:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV27Pennsylvania Quakers vs. Towson Tigers6:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV28Pennsylvania Quakers vs. Bucknell Bison6:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
December 2026
2 eventsJanuary 2027
4 events- JAN16Pennsylvania Quakers vs. Harvard Crimson2:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- JAN17Pennsylvania Quakers vs. Dartmouth Big Green2:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- JAN29Pennsylvania Quakers vs. Cornell Big Red7:00 PMFrom $53View Tickets →
- JAN30Pennsylvania Quakers vs. Columbia Lions6:00 PMFrom $55View Tickets →
February 2027
1 eventMarch 2027
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Headliners Coming to The Palestra
Pennsylvania Quakers Basketball
Monday, November 16, 2026 · Friday, November 27, 2026
Drexel Dragons
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Bucknell Bison
Saturday, November 28, 2026
Kutztown University Golden Bears
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
American University Eagles Basketball
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
Harvard Crimson
Saturday, January 16, 2027
Dartmouth Big Green
Sunday, January 17, 2027
Cornell Big Red
Friday, January 29, 2027
Columbia Lions
Saturday, January 30, 2027
Yale Bulldogs
Saturday, February 20, 2027
Brown Bears
Friday, March 5, 2027
The venue
About The Palestra
The Palestra is a storied, multi-purpose indoor arena located at 223 S 33rd Street on the University of Pennsylvania campus. With a basketball capacity of 8,722, it hosts Penn Big Five games, NCAA tournament events, wrestling and volleyball, galas, and occasional concerts. A capital renovation in 2021 refreshed the space while preserving its historic character. Whether you’re planning a game night, a concert, or a special event, we’ve got you covered with practical seating, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to make your visit seamless.
Access, convenience, and a connection to Philadelphia’s rich college athletics history define The Palestra experience. Secure your seats through trusted partners, explore nearby lodging close to campus, and use public transit for an easy trip from Center City or surrounding neighborhoods. We’re here to help you navigate the venue, so you can focus on the event experience—without the hassle.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location/address: 223 S 33rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104.
- Capacity: 8,722 for basketball events.
- Venue type: historic, multi-purpose indoor arena on the University of Pennsylvania campus.
- Seating chart: a published seating chart is available from Penn Athletics for event planning.
- Parking: limited on-site parking for select events; surrounding lots are typically reserved during games; typical event parking around $15.
- Transit: accessible via SEPTA; nearby Penn Medicine Station (regional rail) and campus bus routes.
- Nearby hotels: The Study at University City, Inn at Penn (A Hilton Hotel), Sheraton Philadelphia University City, among others within a short walk.
- Notable events hosted: Penn Big Five games, NCAA tournament games, wrestling/volleyball, galas and concerts; the venue underwent a capital renovation in 2021.