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Kaplan Arena

Kaplan Arena is the Division I basketball home of William & Mary in Williamsburg. This FanProof guide focuses… Read more

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Reviewed 10.4.26

Bags & entry
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Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)The published women’s basketball guide lists Pink Lot parking as free while spaces last, with Green and Gold lots reserved. Confirm the current women’s game notice; men’s basketball has a different fee and lot arrangement.
Arrive
Allow time for walk-through screening at Kaplan, including non-ticketed athletics events. W&M says routine screening does not require removing phones, belts, jackets or other small objects; follow staff instructions if secondary screening is requested.
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Home teams
William & Mary basketball
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Venue details
Venue typeCollege Arena
Capacity11,300listed basketball capacity for the 2026–27 Division I season
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Use an approved clear bag or gallon-size clear zip bag; a clutch up to 6.5 × 4.5 inches is also allowed. Check the official policy for current tote dimensions. Medical and diaper bags are screened and tagged, and diaper bags must accompany a child. Backpacks and tinted or printed bags are prohibited.

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Destination: Kaplan Arena, Kaplan Arena, Williamsburg, VA. Allow time for walk-through screening at Kaplan, including non-ticketed athletics events. W&M says routine screening does not require removing phones, belts, jackets or other small objects; follow staff instructions if secondary screening is requested. The published women’s basketball guide lists Pink Lot parking as free while spaces last, with Green and Gold lots reserved. Confirm the current women’s game notice; men’s basketball has a different fee and lot arrangement.

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Real photos from the seats

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Men’s basketball seating; 2025 source
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Women’s basketball seating; 2025 source
Women’s basketball parking; 2025 source

Plan your visit

Arrival and logisticsBefore you goTransit, parking, timing and entry details

Need to Know

Best for
Approved seat cushions or backs must be no wider than 16 inches and have no arms or pockets. Confirm your event’s additional restrictions before bringing one.
Watch out for
Use an approved clear bag or gallon-size clear zip bag; a clutch up to 6.5 × 4.5 inches is also allowed. Check the official policy for current tote dimensions. Medical and diaper bags are screened and tagged, and diaper bags must accompany a child. Backpacks and tinted or printed bags are prohibited.
Good arrival window
Allow time for walk-through screening at Kaplan, including non-ticketed athletics events. W&M says routine screening does not require removing phones, belts, jackets or other small objects; follow staff instructions if secondary screening is requested.
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Parking At A Glance

What to do
The published women’s basketball guide lists Pink Lot parking as free while spaces last, with Green and Gold lots reserved. Confirm the current women’s game notice; men’s basketball has a different fee and lot arrangement.
Best option
For 2026–27 men’s basketball, Kaplan’s Pink Lot is the general fan lot, listed at $5 per game through Passport Parking with roughly 300 spaces subject to availability. Black, Green and Gold lots are reserved; follow your current permit.
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Inside the Venue At A Glance

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College basketball game day

Kaplan Arena reflects William & Mary traditions and campus rhythms, but the smoothest visit starts with the school’s current game-day information rather than a generic arena address.

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Why It Works

  • ✓William & Mary traditions and campus atmosphere
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Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 10.4.26

For Kaplan Arena: confirm the exact William & Mary parking or transit, entry, ticket, bag, seating, and accessibility guidance before arrival.

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