Kohl Center Tickets

Named after former US senator and Milwaukee Bucks owner Herb Kohl, the Kohl Center is the official home of the University of Wisconsin Badgers men's basketball and women's basketball teams. It is also used for the Wisconsin Badgers men's hockey team and high school tournaments. Opened in January of 1998, the Kohl Center is located on the University of Wisconsin campus in Madison. It has an official maximum seating capacity of 17,230 for basketball games and 15,359 for hockey games. The Kohl Center also hosts fairs, conventions, ceremonies and concerts. Some of the famous musical acts to perform in the arena include Bob Dylan, Simon and Garfunkel, Elton John, Billy Joel, Shania Twain and the Dave Matthews Band. Before the opening of the Kohl Center, the Badgers basketball team played at the Wisconsin Field House. The newer Kohl Center replicates part of the design of the Field House, including the cantilever. Buy tickets for Kohl Center events at StubHub.

Can I reach the Kohl Center by public transportation?

Yes, Madison's metro transit system does have bus routes that serve the University of Wisconsin campus area. You can plan your bus trip with the metro's trip planner.

Does the Kohl Center have on-site parking?

Yes, the Kohl Center has campus event parking located a few blocks around the arena. Game day parking is only available on a first-come, first-served basis. The spots are sold separately from Kohl Center tickets.

Does the Kohl Center have premium seating?

Yes, the Kohl Center has 36 luxury suites and numerous club seats. The luxury suites consist of a private restroom, cellphone charging stations, a refrigerator, high-definition televisions and a personal attendant. Catering is also provided. The courtside club seats come with food and beverages, cushioned chairs and plenty of legroom beside the court. The Nicholas Club, located at the top of the Kohl Center on the north end, comes with leather seats, a food buffet, a cash bar and personal televisions.

Is the Kohl Center accessible for disabled guests?

The Kohl Center features wheelchair and companion seating on both the street-level and the upper-level concourses. Restrooms, passenger elevators and automatic doors are all designed to accommodate wheelchair-bound guests as well. The luxury suites have accessible restrooms and removable seats. For hearing-impaired guests, assistive listening devices and sign language interpreters are available. An interpreter must be arranged ahead of time.

What concessions can I expect in the Kohl Center?

The Kohl Center features a wide range of food and beverage choices, including brats, jumbo pretzels, nachos, Wisconsin mac and cheese, ice cream, burgers, hot dogs, soda and beer. The exact concessions may change between seasons or events, so check often.