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CU Events Center Information and Policies

General Public Admission Policies

Doors to the CU Events Center open to the general public beginning one hour before the start time of the scheduled event. 

Bags or containers larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches are prohibited. No bags permitted at all including backpacks, diaper bags, and other similar bags, unless they meet the clear bag standards. Clutches and Purses with or without a handle or strap must be no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. Also allowed are one gallon or smaller clear plastic zip bags.  If you have any medical items that are necessary, please notify security so those items can be properly inspected.

The CU Events Center complies with all TSA and Homeland Security prohibited items lists.

Food and beverage items may not be brought into the CU Events Center. Concession stands will sell food and beverages.

All patrons will be requested to return prohibited items to their vehicles, hotel rooms or homes, or check at Guest Services locker location outside the NW entrance of the CU Events Center.

Children under the age of three (3) will not be required to have a ticket as long as they do not occupy a seat.

No cameras or recording devices of any kind are allowed unless authorized by the CU Sports Information office.

These policies are subject to change.
PERMITTED ITEMS

• Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”
• One-gallon (or smaller) clear plastic Ziploc/freezer bag
• Small clutch bags (no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” with or without a handle or strap
• Medically necessary items after proper inspection at Entrances
• Non-alcoholic beverages in approved factory-sealed plastic containers; 51 oz. / 1.5 liters or smaller (one per ticket holder)
• Empty non-disposable plastic water bottles; 51 oz. / 1.5 liters or smaller (one per ticket holder)
• Umbrella Strollers; if larger they can be returned to vehicle or checked in at Guest Services
• Seat cushions and chair backs must be 18” or less in width (no pockets, zippers or covers)
• Small personal cameras
• Binoculars
• Service Animals
• Blankets

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Folsom Field complies with all TSA and Homeland Security prohibited items lists.

In addition, prohibited items include:

• Bags or containers larger than 12” x 6” x 12”
• No bags permitted at all; includes backpacks, diaper bags and other similar bags
• Clutches and purses must be the approximate size of the hand
• Hard & Soft sided coolers of any size or style
• Firearms or weapons of any type; including handguns carried in accordance w/ the Colorado Conceal & Carry Act
• Selfie/GoPro Sticks, flags on poles, other types of sticks, poles or similar objects that can be used as a weapon
• Fireworks, Drones or Laser pointers
• Non-factory sealed beverages or filled liquid containers including all thermoses
• Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs (including medical marijuana)
• Glass or metal bottles or cans
• Full size strollers
• Umbrellas of any size
• Artificial noise makers such as whistles, air horns, thunderstix or any other item used to make artificial noise
• Any unapproved signs or banners
• Professional grade video or camera equipment (e.g. telephoto lenses), tripods, or monopods.
• Footballs, Frisbees, inflatable balls
• Bikes, Scooters, Skateboards or skates
• Pets / Animals (with the exception of service animals)

Parking

Parking at the CU Events Center is free. Click here for a basketball general parking map (PDF). (PDF)

The CU Events Center is located just north of the Kittredge student housing complex on the Boulder campus and is home to the University of Colorado men’s and women’s basketball teams since 1979, and the volleyball program since 1988.  It has also housed lockerrooms for Colorado Lacrosse since 2014.

Originally called the CU Events/Conference Center, the arena was renamed to the Coors Events Center in September 1990 in honor of a $5 million gift from the Adolph Coors Foundation. The Events Center was named after the Coors family in recog­nition of this gift and their generous support of the university.  The name was changed to the CU Events Center on July 1, 2018. 

The $7.7 million facility was financed by a combination of funds. State legis­lative appropriation, federal grants, private contributions and university funds all played a major part in the facility’s construction revenue. The CU Events Center (CEC) combines modern facilities with beauty, comfort and flexi­bility. The Center’s versatility provides an ideal location for sporting events, seminars, meetings, concerts, trade shows and a myriad of other activities. It is truly multi-purpose in nature and design.

Since the Events Center opened, it’s gone through a multitude of upgrades.  Video boards and ribbon boards came online in the fall of 2009, and a new Bose sound system was installed in the summer of 2016, with a new court design coming in the fall of 2016.

There are three levels to the Events Center. The arena floor, service level, occupies 8,000 square feet, while the street level takes up 15,000 square feet and houses one large conference room (on the second level). The concourse level contains the main entrances, offices, concession areas, ticket offices and a first-aid room.

The Events Center seats 11,064 for basket­ball and offers a great view from any seat. The largest crowd was 11,363 (standing room only) and featured a men’s basketball game between CU/Kansas, Jan. 22, 2001 (KU, 85-75). Colorado’s basketball and volleyball programs have compiled a home record of 929-395 (.702) since 1979.

The headquarters for CU Basketball, completed in April 2008, allows the Buffs’ coaches, student-athletes and staff more convenient access to the playing floor, practice gym, locker rooms, weight room and sports medicine facilities within the Events Center.

In 2008 the CEC underwent a $200,000 “Floor Lift” as a permanent maple surface was installed that has energy return technology that reduces injuries and fatigue. The high grade maple features the signature Buffalo on Russell “Sox” Walseth Court.  Walseth served as CU’s men’s basketball coach from 1957-76, posting the most wins of any coach in program history (261). Additionally, Walseth served as CU’s women’s basketball coach from 1980-83, totaling a 77-21 mark.

The CEC is within walking distance from all points of campus, and parking for Colorado basketball games is free to the public in the parking garage located just north of the arena. The southwest entrance faces the majestic flatirons, the mountains located west of campus, providing Colorado fans with one of most beautiful views in all of collegiate athletics when they arrive to the game.

The building has hosted its share of concerts. Bob Dylan, U2, Stevie Wonder and Jethro Tull are just some of the artists who have taken the stage in the Events Center, providing an indoor venue for CU students and Boulder residents equipped to attract some of the best entertainers in the World. In recent history, the Coors Events Center has hosted President Barack Obama and the His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama.
 

Directions

1. On your smart phone, search “Coors Events Center” OR.
2. Get To US-36 & Colorado Avenue.
3. Turn west onto Colorado Avenue.
4. Turn left Regent Drive (first stoplight).
5. The CU Events Center is on your left.
6. Turn left onto Engineering Drive, then an immediate left into the public parking lot.