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- Muncie, IN
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Upcoming Events at Worthen Arena
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October 2026
3 events- OCT28Exhibition: Ball State Cardinals vs. Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- OCT30Ball State Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Bowling Green Falcons6:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- OCT31Ball State Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Bowling Green Falcons4:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
November 2026
11 events- NOV02Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Arkansas State Red Wolves6:30 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV06Ball State Cardinals vs. Indiana State Sycamores7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV07Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. High Point Panthers1:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV09Ball State Cardinals vs. Brescia Bearcats7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV12Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Louisville Cardinals6:30 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV13Ball State Cardinals Women's Volleyball vs. Kent State Golden Flashes6:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV18Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Illinois Fighting Illini6:30 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV20MAC Volleyball Tournament - Session 14:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV21MAC Volleyball Tournament - Session 24:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV23Ball State Cardinals vs. Spalding Golden Eagles6:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- NOV29Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Robert Morris Colonials1:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
December 2026
5 events- DEC05Ball State Cardinals vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles1:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- DEC08Ball State Cardinals vs. Evansville Purple Aces7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- DEC09Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. IU Indianapolis Jaguars11:00 AMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- DEC16Ball State Cardinals vs. Ohio Bobcats7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- DEC29Ball State Cardinals vs. East West University Phantoms7:00 PMFrom $37View Tickets →
January 2027
8 events- JAN02Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Central Michigan Chippewas1:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- JAN05Ball State Cardinals vs. Kent State Golden Flashes7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- JAN09Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Miami (OH) RedHawks11:00 AMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- JAN09Ball State Cardinals vs. Central Michigan Chippewas1:30 PMFrom $37View Tickets →
- JAN16Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Bowling Green Falcons1:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- JAN19Ball State Cardinals vs. Toledo Rockets7:00 PMFrom $37View Tickets →
- JAN27Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Eastern Michigan Eagles6:30 PMFrom $24View Tickets →
- JAN30Ball State Cardinals vs. Buffalo Bulls1:00 PMFrom $37View Tickets →
February 2027
10 events- FEB02Ball State Cardinals vs. Bowling Green Falcons7:00 PMFrom $37View Tickets →
- FEB03Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Toledo Rockets6:30 PMFrom $24View Tickets →
- FEB06Ball State Cardinals vs. TBD1:00 PMFrom $37View Tickets →
- FEB13Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Buffalo Bulls11:00 AMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- FEB13Ball State Cardinals vs. Miami (OH) RedHawks1:30 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- FEB16Ball State Cardinals vs. UMass Minutemen7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- FEB17Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. Akron Zips6:30 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- FEB23Ball State Cardinals vs. Western Michigan Broncos7:00 PMFrom $37View Tickets →
- FEB27Ball State Cardinals Women's Basketball vs. UMass Minutewomen11:00 AMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- FEB27Ball State Cardinals vs. Akron Zips1:30 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
March 2027
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The venue
About Worthen Arena
Worthen Arena is Ball State University’s on-campus, multi-purpose arena in Muncie, Indiana. Opened in 1992 (originally Ball State Arena/University Arena), it serves as the home for Ball State basketball and volleyball. With a seating capacity of 11,500, Worthen Arena hosts a wide range of events, from college games to NCAA volleyball championships, concerts, and special events. We’ve got you covered with seating information, parking details, transit options, and trusted recommendations for nearby hotels and dining to help you plan your visit.
For fans, securing your seats at Worthen Arena is straightforward. The official Ball State Athletics seating chart guides you to available great seats and the section you want options for your event. Remember to check the event page for any schedule changes, and reach out if you need help finding the best access routes or parking. When you’re ready to stay, our recommended hotels and dining partners nearby offer convenient options, often with easy shuttle connections from campus. Whether you’re coming from nearby Indianapolis or other parts of Indiana, Worthen Arena is a reliable centerpiece for Ball State athletics and a variety of events hosted on campus.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 11,500 seats (arena).
- Address: 1699 West Bethel Avenue, Muncie, IN 47304.
- Venue type: on-campus multi-purpose arena (opened 1992) and home to Ball State basketball and volleyball.
- Seating chart: official Worthen Arena seating chart exists through Ball State Athletics.
- Parking: on-campus parking lots and garages; visitor permits available; free parking in yellow/green lots after certain hours; accessible parking available near Gate 1.
- Transit: served by Muncie Indiana Transit System (MITS) with campus routes; shuttle options for events.
- Nearby hotels: Best Western Muncie Inn, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Muncie Northwest, among others nearby.
- Notable events: hosted the 1992 NCAA Men's Volleyball National Championship; Ball State has hosted other NCAA volleyball events at Worthen Arena.
- Renaming/history: originally Ball State Arena/University Arena; renamed Worthen Arena in honor of former Ball State president John E. Worthen.