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About Varsity Gym - Boone
Varsity Gym in Boone is a multi-purpose on-campus arena owned and operated by Appalachian State University. With a capacity of 8,000 seats (basketball/wrestling configuration), it remains a central venue for campus events, including wrestling, concerts, and notable speakers. The 2024 renovation added premium bleacher seating on the main floor for wrestling events, enhancing the spectator experience while maintaining its classic campus atmosphere.
Whether you’re planning a wrestling night, a concert, or a campus showcase, we’ll help you find seats, parking, and nearby stays and bites. We’ve got you covered with insider details on transportation, parking, and nearby hotels and restaurants to make your trip seamless.
Location matters at Varsity Gym: 530 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608. For the best experience, plan your parking with the Rivers Street Parking Deck (adjacent to the arena) or the Rivers Street Deck, which remains the most popular option for wrestling events. AppalCART offers free campus and public transit service, with routes and schedules available through AppalCART and ASU Parking & Transportation. After the event, explore nearby hotels like Courtyard by Marriott Boone, Holiday Inn Express Boone, Hampton Inn & Suites Boone, and Graystone Lodge, along with a variety of dining options. Whether you’re a local or visiting, we’ve got the connections to secure your seats and a smooth trip.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 530 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608.
- Capacity: 8,000 seats (basketball wrestling configuration listed as 8,000).
- Venue type: on-campus, multi-purpose arena; owned/operated by Appalachian State University; current primary tenant for wrestling.
- Seating chart: no public, official seating chart widely published; 2024 renovation added premium bleacher seats on the main floor for wrestling.
- Parking: Rivers Street Parking Deck adjacent to Varsity Gym; Rivers Street Deck is the most popular parking option for wrestling events.
- Transit: AppalCART (free campus/public transit) serves the area; campus routes and schedules available through AppalCART and ASU Parking & Transportation.
- Nearby hotels: Courtyard by Marriott Boone (1050 Hwy 105), Holiday Inn Express Boone (1943 Blowing Rock Rd), Hampton Inn & Suites Boone (1252 US 421 S), Graystone Lodge (2419 Hwy 105 S) among lodging partners near campus.
- Notable events hosted: Varsity Gym hosted concerts (e.g., Bob Dylan, Jimmy Buffett, 38 Special) and notable speakers; dedication ceremony in 1968; preseason Charlotte Hornets training camp in the past.
- Demolished/renamed: Not demolished or renamed; basketball/volleyball moved to Holmes Center in 2000, while Varsity Gym remains in use for wrestling and other campus activities.