UAB Bartow Arena Tickets

UAB Bartow Arena Tickets & Events

On the University of Alabama at Birmingham campus just south of downtown Birmingham, UAB Bartow Arena gives Blazers basketball and volleyball a compact, energetic home court with the seating bowl close to the action. UAB Bartow Arena tickets put fans inside an on-campus collegiate arena built for UAB athletics, from men’s and women’s basketball to women’s volleyball and university events.

This page covers everything you need to know before you go — from finding the right seats to getting there, navigating the venue, and buying with confidence.

About UAB Bartow Arena

UAB Bartow Arena is an indoor arena located at 617 13th St. South in Birmingham, Alabama, on the UAB campus and within the city’s medical district. Opened in 1988 as UAB Arena, it was officially renamed Bartow Arena on January 25, 1997, in honor of Gene Bartow, the founding head coach of UAB basketball and a nationally respected figure in college basketball. The venue is owned and operated by the University of Alabama at Birmingham and has a capacity of approximately 8,500, with seating subject to adjustment as a $15 million renovation adds seating and hospitality upgrades.

The arena is the primary on-campus basketball venue for UAB and serves as home court for UAB Blazers Men’s Basketball, UAB Blazers Women’s Basketball, and UAB Blazers Women’s Volleyball. Its event calendar centers on NCAA Division I athletics, with university and campus events also held in the arena setting. Known for its intimate collegiate layout, UAB Bartow Arena keeps fans close to the court and creates a strong home-court atmosphere for Blazers basketball.

Location & Transportation

UAB Bartow Arena is located at 617 13th St. South, Birmingham, AL 35294 — on the University of Alabama at Birmingham campus just south of downtown Birmingham and within the UAB medical district.

Driving and Parking: Birmingham is highly drive-accessible, with convenient interstate access via I-65 and I-20/I-59. On-campus and nearby UAB parking decks and lots serve the arena, and arriving early on game nights is recommended because campus parking fills around event times.

Transit: Birmingham’s local bus service, MAX Transit, serves the UAB area. Transit access is possible, though Birmingham is a car-oriented city and public transportation is limited for event access.

Rideshare: Uber and Lyft operate throughout Birmingham, with drop-off and pickup available on campus streets adjacent to the arena. After high-demand games, building in extra pickup time can make the post-event exit smoother.

Nearby Accommodation: Hotels are available throughout the UAB medical district and downtown Birmingham, both within a short drive of campus. Staying in either area keeps visitors close to the arena and the surrounding Birmingham event district.

Venue Navigation

UAB Bartow Arena has a single-bowl collegiate arena design, with seating surrounding the basketball court and a compact layout that makes section selection especially important for sightlines and proximity. Understanding the bowl before buying helps you choose between lower sideline seats, baseline sections, corner areas, and upper rows.

Seating Levels: The arena uses a continuous seating bowl around the floor, with court-level and upper seating surrounding the court. Lower sideline sections place fans closest to the action, while upper rows and baseline or corner sections are typically positioned farther from midcourt.

Accessibility: ADA-accessible seating and services are available at UAB Bartow Arena, consistent with UAB athletics facilities.

Dining Options

Inside UAB Bartow Arena

Standard arena concessions are available on the concourse during events. For the easiest experience, consider visiting concessions before the game begins or during natural breaks, when concourse traffic may be lighter than at halftime or between periods.

Outside the Venue — UAB Campus Area

Dining options are available throughout the UAB campus area, the Southside/Five Points South district, and downtown Birmingham. All three areas are within close reach of the arena, giving fans practical options before or after a Blazers game or campus event.

Security & Policies

UAB Bartow Arena maintains security and venue policies that are updated regularly and may vary by event. Before attending, reviewing the current policy on the venue's official website is strongly recommended.

Bag Policy: UAB athletics events typically enforce a clear-bag policy with size limits. Reviewing the specific event guidelines before arrival helps prevent delays at the arena entrance.

Commonly Prohibited Items: Commonly restricted items include weapons, outside food and drink, and professional camera equipment. Items considered a safety risk may also be restricted at entry.

Entry Procedures: Expect bag checks and digital ticket verification at entry, consistent with standard collegiate arena screening. Arriving with a compliant bag and pre-downloaded tickets helps speed up the entry process.

Other Venues in the Birmingham Area

UAB Bartow Arena is part of a broader Birmingham live-events market that includes college athletics, concerts, theater, outdoor music, and downtown entertainment. Fans looking beyond the UAB campus will find major arenas, stadiums, historic theaters, clubs, and amphitheaters across the metro.

• Legacy Arena at the BJCC Tickets — Major downtown indoor arena within the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex; hosts concerts, sports, and family shows
• Protective Stadium Tickets — Downtown stadium and home of the UAB Blazers Football program (NCAA Division I)
• Regions Field Tickets — Downtown ballpark and home of the Birmingham Barons (Minor League Baseball)
• BJCC Concert Hall Tickets — Seated performance hall within the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex for concerts and touring productions
• Avondale Brewing Company Tickets — Popular outdoor/indoor live-music venue in the Avondale district
• Iron City Tickets — Mid-sized Birmingham music hall and concert venue
• Saturn Tickets — Independent live-music club and venue in Avondale
• Alabama Theatre Tickets — Historic restored movie palace and performing-arts venue in downtown Birmingham
• Lyric Theatre Tickets — Historic restored theater in downtown Birmingham hosting concerts and performances
• Oak Mountain Amphitheatre Tickets — Large outdoor amphitheatre in nearby Pelham hosting major touring concerts

How Much Do Tickets to UAB Bartow Arena Cost?

UAB Bartow Arena ticket prices vary significantly depending on the type of event, the team, seating section, and demand — which is what you'd expect from a venue that hosts everything from regular-season Blazers basketball to high-demand marquee matchups.

For UAB Blazers basketball regular-season games, tickets are often in the approximate $10–$40 range, with final pricing varying by opponent and seat location. Upper rows and baseline or corner seats are generally the lower-cost options, while lower sideline and midcourt areas tend to command higher prices.

For high-demand or marquee matchups, prices can run higher, especially for premium midcourt seats. Opponent, conference dates, demand, and seat location all influence how quickly the best listings move and how much fans can expect to pay.

Buying earlier generally secures better seat location and pricing for high-demand games. As inventory shrinks and the event date approaches, the strongest remaining sections can become more expensive, especially for rivalry games, conference matchups, and premium seating areas.

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UAB Bartow Arena Seating Guide

UAB Bartow Arena’s single continuous bowl creates a straightforward seating layout, but location still matters. Midcourt sideline seats, lower rows, upper rows, and baseline or corner sections each offer a different balance of view, proximity, and price.

Best Seats at UAB Bartow Arena

• Best value: Upper rows and baseline or corner sections are typically the most affordable, giving fans a full view of the court at a lower price point.
• Closest to the action: Lower sideline sections nearest the floor put fans closest to the players, bench activity, and game atmosphere.
• Best overall experience: Midcourt sideline sections offer the strongest overall sightlines to the court, making them a preferred choice for fans who want a balanced view of both ends.
• Premium and suite options: Hospitality and premium seating are being expanded as part of the current renovation, adding upgraded options for fans who want enhanced service and comfort.
• For groups: Coordinating seats early is especially helpful for high-demand games, when contiguous seats in preferred sections can move quickly.

UAB Bartow Arena Seating Chart

You can view an interactive seating map for UAB Bartow Arena events directly on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com while browsing available listings. The map lets you compare sections side by side, check row depth and distance from the court, and see real-time pricing for what's currently available — all before committing to a purchase.

Can I See Where My Seats Are?

Yes. The interactive seat map on BoxOfficeTicketSales.com shows your exact section and row placement before you buy. Use it to understand your position in the venue, your distance from the court, and whether you're in lower sideline sections, baseline or corner sections, or upper rows — so the tickets you choose match exactly what you're looking for on event night.

Getting Ready for Your UAB Bartow Arena Event

Once your tickets are confirmed, a few practical preparations make your visit run significantly smoother — especially at an indoor on-campus arena where parking and entry timing matter on game nights.

• Download your tickets before you leave. Save your tickets to your phone's wallet or screenshot them before departing so you're ready at the arena entrance without needing a signal.
• Charge your phone fully. Digital ticketing is standard, and your phone is your entry. A portable battery pack is worth having for a full evening.
• Arrive early. Arrive early on game nights to allow time for campus parking, which fills around event start times.
• Plan for an indoor, climate-controlled event. Weather is not a significant factor for the event itself once you are inside UAB Bartow Arena, so focus your planning on parking, ticket access, and entry timing.
• Check the bag policy in advance. Reviewing the venue's guidelines before packing prevents delays at security.

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UAB Bartow Arena events — particularly marquee matchups and high-demand Blazers games — move fast. The best-value listings disappear well before event night, and inventory for popular events tightens quickly once demand builds. If you have a specific event in mind, acting sooner gets you better seats at better prices. Browse UAB Bartow Arena tickets now and lock in your spot before inventory moves.

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