Clear Bag Policy
Fans attending events at State Farm Center will be permitted to carry one clear plastic or vinyl bag that does not exceed 12”x6”x12”, or one clear drawstring bag not to exceed 12”x12”, or one, one-gallon clear plastic or zip-lock bag. A small clutch no larger than 4.5” x 7” may also be carried in addition to one clear bag. Diaper bags (with child) and bags approved for medical needs will be permitted after search by security personnel. All other bags, backpacks, totes and coolers are strictly prohibited. Learn more at State Farm Center's Arena Policies page.
Directions
Google Map Directions | Traffic Routes to State Farm Center
FROM CHICAGO and points north: Head south on I-57 toward Champaign. Exit on I-72 (University Avenue) east. Turn right (south) on Mattis Avenue. Turn left (east) on Kirby Avenue. Center of athletic campus is at the corner of Kirby and Fourth Street.
FROM ST. LOUIS and points south: Head east (from St. Louis) on I-70 to I-57, turning north at Effingham. Take the Monticello exit just south of Champaign and turn right (east). At the “T,” turn left (north) on U.S. Route 45. Upon arrival in Champaign (on South Neil Street), turn right (east) on Kirby Avenue. Center of athletic campus is at the corner of Kirby and Fourth Street.
FROM PEORIA and points northwest: Head southeast on I-74 to I-57 south. Exit on I-72 (University Avenue) east. Turn right (south) on Mattis Avenue. Turn left (east) on Kirby Avenue. Center of athletic campus is at the corner of Kirby and Fourth Street.
FROM SPRINGFIELD and points southwest: Head northeast on I-72 until it ends in Champaign, turning into University Avenue. Turn right (south) on Mattis Avenue. Turn left (east) on Kirby Avenue. Center of athletic campus is at the corner of Kirby and Fourth Street.
FROM INDIANAPOLIS and points east: Head west on I-74 to Urbana, and exit south (left) on Lincoln Avenue. Turn right (west) on Florida Avenue, which becomes Kirby Avenue in Champaign. Center of athletic campus is at the corner of Kirby and Fourth Street.
Accessible Services
Accessible Seating
Accessible Seating is available in all levels of State Farm Center. Please contact the Illinois Ticket Office at 217-333-3470 or 866-ILLINI-1 for information on availability.
Assisted Listening Devices
Assisted Listening Devices are available upon request from guest services located near the West Grand Entrance.
Elevators
Accessible elevators are located in the Lobby of the West Grand Entrance and the East Premium Seating Entrance lobby.
Parking
Parking for those with disabilities is available in each of the four parking lots surrounding State Farm Center. The spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The parking fee for men’s basketball games is $20 and is free for women’s games.
Emergencies
Public Address Announcements
Public Address Announcements are not made under most instances; however, please see the nearest usher if you need to contact someone in the event of an extraordinary circumstance or emergency.
Facility Information
Concessions
Concessions at State Farm Center are cashless. If you plan to purchase food or drinks at a State Farm Center event, please make sure to bring a credit or debit card or an NFC-enabled device to pay with Apple Pay or Google Pay.
There are a variety of concession stands located throughout State Farm Center. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased arena-wide in State Farm Center.
Doors Open
State Farm Center doors open 60 minutes prior to tipoff for all guests.
Entrances
Women's Basketball: There are two entrances open for women's basketball games at State Farm Center.
- Lower Entrances
- Main West: General Public (Box Office/Will Call)
- Main East: Reserved Ticket Holders
- Upper Entrances
- North: Students
- Entrances may open for larger selling games, at the discretion of State Farm Center staff.
Fan Text Message System
Should fans need assistance while inside State Farm Center, they will be able to contact event management staff by sending a text message to 69050, keyword ILLINI from their phone. Be sure to include the problem and the location of the incident, including the section number, row, and seat number (if applicable) in the message. Please note that standard message and data rates may apply.
First Aid
First Aid is located on the lower concourse near the West Grand Entrance. Trained medical personnel are on staff and are available to those needing assistance.
Guest Services
Guest Services is located near the West Grand Entrance. Staff is available to respond to all types of guest inquiries and/or suggestions.
Lost & Found Items
Lost & Found Items are to be taken to Guest Services located near the West Grand Entrance. After an event, guests may contact 217-333-2923 to inquire about lost items. Items may be donated to charity or disposed of at the discretion of management after 30 days. State Farm Center management assumes no responsibility for items lost at events.
Mannie L. Jackson Basketball Hall of Fame
The Mannie L. Jackson Basketball Hall of Fame is located directly inside the West Grand Entrance Lobby and opens 90 minutes prior to tipoff.
Merchandise
Fighting Illini merchandise is available for sale at the Main West entrance of State Farm Center.
Programs
Hard copies of programs are no longer available in State Farm Center. Fans can view digital game programs for every home game for free at FightingIllini.com. Roster sheets will be provided at Guest Services.
Restrooms
Restrooms are located throughout the lower and upper concourses. Baby changing stations are included in most of the locations.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is prohibited on all campus property at the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign, both indoors and outdoors, in university owned vehicles and in privately-owned vehicles parked on campus property. This includes State Farm Center and the parking lots surrounding it.
Parking
Women's Basketball Parking Map
Bus Parking
Bus Parking is available south of State Farm Center off of St. Mary’s road between the SE and SW parking lots and in E-14 for $30 (free of charge during women’s games).
Fees
Women’s basketball parking is free in all four quadrants of the State Farm Center. Lots for women’s basketball games are open two hours prior to tipoff.
Experiences
Please visit fightingillini.com/experiences to reserve your gameday experience at an upcoming Fighting Illini event. All experiences must be purchased at least 72 hours prior to gameday.
Women’s Basketball experience offerings include
- Video Board Shoutout
- Pregame Benchwarmer
Book your experience and learn more.
Prohibited Items
Alcoholic Beverages
Alcoholic Beverages are strictly prohibited from being carried into State Farm Center.
Banners and Signs
Banners and Signs are not permitted into State Farm Center during men’s basketball games.
Cameras
Cameras are restricted in State Farm Center for Illinois basketball games. Large lens cameras with a stand or tripod are not permitted. Video cameras are not permitted. Personal snapshot pocket cameras are allowed in the arena, however, in no instance may photography interfere with access ways, seat aisles, or other guests’ enjoyment of the game. Also, no flash photography is allowed.
Clear Bag Policy
Fans will be able to carry the following styles and bag sizes into State Farm Center: Bags that are CLEAR plastic or vinyl and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”; CLEAR drawstring bag 12” x 12”; One-gallon CLEAR plastic storage bag; Small clutch no larger than 4.5” x 7”. Exceptions will be made for diaper bags (with child) and approved medical needs after proper inspection. All backpacks regardless of size are prohibited and any bags larger than 12” x 6” x 12”, clear or non-clear, will be strictly prohibited. Fans are encouraged to bring only necessary items into State Farm Center and all bags are subject to search and inspection. Learn more at State Farm Center's Arena Policies page.
Concealed-Carry
With the passage of the concealed weapons law in the state of Illinois, fans are reminded that concealed weapons are not allowed on the U of I campus and are prohibited at all collegiate sporting events.
Full Face Coverings
For the safety of our patrons, full-face covering cannot be worn by patrons in the venue. Religious garments, including full-face coverings, and KN95 or similar medical masks, are permitted.
Other Items prohibited from State Farm Center
Other Items prohibited from State Farm Center include fireworks, laser pointers, noisemakers (whistles or horns), strollers, tri-pod, video cameras, and weapons of any kind (including pocket knives).
Ticket Information
Ticket Office
The Illinois Ticket Office is cashless. Tickets may be purchased in person with Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express only. Tickets can also be purchased online at fightingillini.com or by calling 866-ILLINI-1.
The Illinois Ticket Office is open weekdays from 12-5 p.m. and is located in the West Grand Entrance Lobby of State Farm Center. The ticket office opens two hours prior to tipoff.
Infants and Toddlers
Infants and toddlers, age two and under, are allowed to enter State Farm Center for free as long as they are sitting in laps of a ticketed patron. This policy applies to events held on the University of Illinois campus only and excludes any postseason events.
Re-Entry
Re-Entry into State Farm Center during a game is not allowed with a torn or scanned ticket. A full ticket is required for entrance.
Ticket Replacement
Ticket Replacement is available for tickets purchased in advance of game day that are lost, stolen, or destroyed, at full face value plus a $5 service fee. Tickets purchased in person at the Illinois Ticket Office or through a second party may not be replaced. Replacement tickets will have precedence over the original tickets. Replacement tickets can be obtained by calling the Illinois Ticket Office at 217-333-3470 or 866-ILLINI-1.
Will Call
General Public Tickets
General Public and Premium Seating Tickets are to be picked up at the Illinois Ticket Office located in the West Grand Entrance Lobby of State Farm Center. Will Call opens two hours prior to tipoff for men’s and women’s basketball games.
Media Will Call
Media Will Call is located at the lower northeast gate of the State Farm Center and opens two hours prior to tipoff. A valid photo ID will be required when picking up media credentials.
Recruits and High School Coaches
Recruits and High School Coaches Tickets are located at the windows inside the Lobby of the West Grand Entrance. All recipients will be required to show a valid ID.
University of Illinois Player Guest Tickets
University of Illinois Player Guest Tickets are located at the windows inside the Lobby of the West Grand Entrance. All recipients will be required to show a valid ID.
Visiting Player Guest Tickets
Visiting Player Guest Tickets are located at the windows inside the Lobby of the West Grand Entrance. All recipients will be required to show a valid ID.
