We’re so excited to welcome you under our roof to watch the best in men’s collegiate basketball.
We want you to enjoy your time in the Emerald City and have put together
some helpful information to make the most of your stay.
Connect to the extraordinary at Seattle Center, an active civic, arts and family gathering place in the core of our region.
More than 30 cultural, educational, sports and entertainment organizations that reside on the grounds, together with a broad range of public and community programs, create thousands of events on the 74-acre campus and attract over 12 million visitors each year.
At Seattle Center, part of Uptown Arts & Cultural District, our purpose is to create exceptional events, experiences and environments that delight and inspire the human spirit to build stronger communities.
Your NCAA MBB Ticket gets you a free ride on public transit to and from Climate Pledge Arena for March Madness.
On March 21 + March 23, hop on any Link Light Rail, King County Metro Bus, or Seattle Center Monorail, two (2) hours before through two (2) hours after each game for free.
Just show your official NCAA Men’s Basketball mobile ticket to the driver or attendant.
It’s the easiest, fastest, and greenest way get to and from Climate Pledge Arena!
First, let’s introduce ourselves! Climate Pledge Arena, located at Seattle Center, is a complete redevelopment of an historic landmark originally built for the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair. It is an industry first, including being the first net zero certified arena in the world. The arena is home to the NHL’s Seattle Kraken, WNBA’s Seattle Storm, and the world’s biggest performers of live music and events.
Climate Pledge Arena serves as a long-lasting and regular reminder of the urgent need for climate action. The Climate Pledge, which was founded by Amazon and Global Optimism in 2019, is a commitment from companies globally to be net zero carbon by 2040.
Climate Pledge Arena is located in the Uptown Neighborhood, proud home to hundreds of unique small businesses.
Thursday, March 30 @ 11:00 AM
Doors open at 10:00 AM
First Round team practices are FREE and open to the public.
Times subject to change.
Session 1 | March 21 | 2 Games
Doors open @ 9:30 AM
#5 Memphis vs #12 Colorado State
@ 11:00 AM PT
#4 Maryland vs #13 Grand Canyon
@ 1:35 PM PT*
*Approximate tip time.
Session 2 | March 21 | 2 Games
Doors open @ 3:35 PM
#4 Arizona vs. #13 Akron
@ 4:35 PM PT
#5 Oregon vs. #12 Liberty @
7:10 PM PT*
*Approximate tip time.
Door time subject to change.
Session 3 | March 23 | 2 Games
TBD vs TBD
TBD vs TBD
Tip times for Sunday’s Second Round games will be announced after the conclusion of Friday’s games.
Download your tickets to your smartphone wallet before leaving for the event.
Review our entrances HERE.
Please note: All guests must exit the building after conclusion of Session #1.
Doors for Session 2 will open as soon as allowed.
Guests attending ONLY Session 2 must enter through American Express Hall Entry 4.
If necessary, guests are permitted to bring:
ONE CLEAR BAG* that does not exceed 14″w x 14″h x 6″d in size
OR
small clutches/purses/wallets that do not exceed 4″w x 6″h x 1.5″d in size
*Items within the clear bag must comply with our bag policy and permitted item list.
Medical bags and diaper bags are permitted, though we encourage you bring only what is needed. All medical and diaper bags will be searched and examined.
Reusable (non-glass) water bottles are permitted.
Bottles must be no larger than 32oz. and must empty upon entry, including ice.
Please note: For certain events, personal water bottles may not be permitted on the floor
The following are most common prohibited items that are prohibited for use of possession, display of distribution at, on, or within Climate Pledge Arena. For a full list of prohibited items please review the full list below.
Parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis for onsite sales only.
If necessary, guests are permitted to bring:
ONE CLEAR BAG* that does not exceed 14″w x 14″h x 6″d in size
OR
small clutches/purses/wallets that do not exceed 4″w x 6″h x 1.5″d in size
*Items within the clear bag must comply with our bag policy and permitted item list.
Medical bags and diaper bags are permitted, though we encourage you bring only what is needed. All medical and diaper bags will be searched and examined.
Small, non-professional cameras with no external flash or detachable lenses are welcome into Climate Pledge Arena for most events.
Video recording devices, audio recording devices, GoPro cameras, monopods, tripods, selfie sticks and cameras with telephoto or interchangeable lenses (professional photography equipment) are not permitted inside Climate Pledge Arena.
Please note that for some concerts and special events, camera restrictions will vary, and may not be permitted for entry. Please contact Guest Services to inquire about event-specific restrictions.
Reusable (non-glass) water bottles are permitted. Bottles must be no larger than 32oz. and empty upon entry, including ice.
Guests can refill water bottles at water fountains and refill stations located throughout the arena.
Please note: For certain events, personal water bottles may not be permitted on the floor
Climate Pledge Arena is accessible with many different modes of transportation. Guests are encouraged to take public transportation, which includes bus, Light Rail, and the Seattle Center Monorail.
Visit our Transportation page to make your plan.
Parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis for onsite sales only.
Please Use:
• 1st Ave N on the Arena’s west side
• Republican St & Warren Ave N just north of the Arena
*Please Don’t Use:
• 5th Ave N & Harrison St Turnaround near MoPOP
• Space Needle Turnaround
• South side of the arena
*Seattle Police will not allow access to these locations for pick-up after the show.
Exit and re-entry is not permitted at Climate Pledge Arena.
Climate Pledge Arena (CPA) thanks you for your commitment and adherence to the CPA Code of Conduct, which applies to all individuals on CPA property, whether inside or outside the Arena. All individuals shall:
Behave and be treated in a respectful, professional and courteous manner. Comply with CPA search and screening procedures prior to entry, including CPA’s bag policy. Exit and re-entry into the Arena is not permitted.
Comply with all Arena and event policies, available at https://climatepledgearena.com/arena-guide/.
If they choose to consume alcohol, do so in a legal and responsible manner that is consistent with CPA alcohol policy.
Occupy only their designated seat location and present tickets to CPA staff upon request.
Comply with CPA staff instructions regarding operational and emergency procedures and comply with all posted signs and placards.
CPA prohibits:
• Interfering with the event and/or athletes, coaches, referees, performers or CPA staff.
• Pushing on or striking the glass that surrounds the hockey playing surface, entering the playing or performance area (ice, court, stage, etc.), standing on seats, sitting or climbing on railings or obstructing aisles or the view of guests.
• Using abusive, offensive or obscene language and gestures, including, but not limited to, using such language or gestures concerning a person’s race, ethnicity, color, gender, religion, creed, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or national origin.
• Engaging in behavior that is unruly, disruptive, or illegal in nature, including, but not limited to, fighting, taunting, challenging others to fight, throwing objects or other behavior deemed by CPA to be detrimental to the event experience.
• Unauthorized commercial activity.
• Smoking, vaping or use of marijuana or tobacco products, in any form, including electronic cigarettes.
Violation of this Code of Conduct or any other CPA policy, procedure or directive from CPA staff may result in ejection from the Arena and/or further consequence, at CPA’s discretion, including but not limited to, being prohibited from attending future events and referral for arrest and prosecution. Ejected persons will not be refunded or permitted re-entry.
In case of emergency or if anyone is interfering with your enjoyment of a CPA event, please contact the nearest staff member for assistance. During events, you may text (206) CPA-HELP to make an anonymous report. This number is only monitored during events. Texts during non-event hours will not be checked. During non-event hours, please call Guest Services at (206) 752-7200.
By entering CPA, you consent to your image and likeness being captured and used by Seattle Arena Company, LLC and/or Seattle Hockey Partners LLC, and their respective affiliates and designees.
Warning: Events may include the use of strobe lighting, haze, lasers and/or pyrotechnics.
Tailgating is not permitted.
No overnight parking in Climate Pledge Arena lots. Violators will be towed.
Public restrooms are located on Seattle Center at the corner of August Wilson Way & 2nd Ave N. and inside the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall, which will be open from 10AM-8PM.
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