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OceanFirst Bank Center

OceanFirst Bank Center is the Division I basketball home of Monmouth in West Long Branch. This FanProof guide… Read more

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Reviewed 10.7.26

Bags & entry
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Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)Approach the campus parking lot from Larchwood Avenue off Route 71/Cedar Avenue. The university places the entrance about a quarter-mile along Larchwood, on the left, with OceanFirst Bank Center at the north end of the lot.
Arrive
For Monmouth basketball, doors open 90 minutes before tipoff. Use that window to find your section and concourse facilities; basketball tickets do not permit re-entry. Concert opening times differ.
Exact location
OceanFirst Bank Center, West Long Branch, NJOpen directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
The university identifies Long Branch station on NJ Transit’s North Jersey Coast Line, about 1.5 miles from campus. Plan the station-to-arena connection and your return trip before leaving.
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OceanFirst Bank Center’s basketball court and surrounding stands in an older official photograph published in November 2015.
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Source: Monmouth University AthleticsPhoto source (opens in a new tab)
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OceanFirst Bank Center’s basketball court and surrounding stands in an older official photograph published in November 2015.

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Home teams
Monmouth basketball
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Venue details
Venue typeCollege Arena
Capacity4,100basketball seating capacity published by Monmouth Athletics; concert capacity varies
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For concerts, doors generally open one hour before showtime, with the event notice controlling exceptions. The concert FAQ prohibits backpacks and bags, outside food and drink, tailgating and re-entry; check your show’s details before packing.

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Destination: OceanFirst Bank Center, OceanFirst Bank Center, West Long Branch, NJ. For Monmouth basketball, doors open 90 minutes before tipoff. Use that window to find your section and concourse facilities; basketball tickets do not permit re-entry. Concert opening times differ. The university identifies Long Branch station on NJ Transit’s North Jersey Coast Line, about 1.5 miles from campus. Plan the station-to-arena connection and your return trip before leaving. Approach the campus parking lot from Larchwood Avenue off Route 71/Cedar Avenue. The university places the entrance about a quarter-mile along Larchwood, on the left, with OceanFirst Bank Center at the north end of the lot.

Directions to this venue (opens in a new tab)Official parking / arrival information (opens in a new tab)

Accessible parking is at the south end of the Main Lot next to Boylan Gymnasium. Follow the marked spaces and campus directions rather than assuming the nearest arena entrance has an available accessible space.

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The university identifies Long Branch station on NJ Transit’s North Jersey Coast Line, about 1.5 miles from campus. Plan the station-to-arena connection and your return trip before leaving. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Seating maps & views

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Real photos from the seats

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

Need to Know

Best for
Wheelchair spaces for basketball are on the concourse behind Sections D, G and P, with companion seating. Concourse restrooms sit between F/G and N/P; ask staff for the accessible route to your ticketed area.
Watch out for
For concerts, doors generally open one hour before showtime, with the event notice controlling exceptions. The concert FAQ prohibits backpacks and bags, outside food and drink, tailgating and re-entry; check your show’s details before packing.
Good arrival window
For Monmouth basketball, doors open 90 minutes before tipoff. Use that window to find your section and concourse facilities; basketball tickets do not permit re-entry. Concert opening times differ.
Main transit note
The university identifies Long Branch station on NJ Transit’s North Jersey Coast Line, about 1.5 miles from campus. Plan the station-to-arena connection and your return trip before leaving.
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Parking At A Glance

What to do
Approach the campus parking lot from Larchwood Avenue off Route 71/Cedar Avenue. The university places the entrance about a quarter-mile along Larchwood, on the left, with OceanFirst Bank Center at the north end of the lot.
Best option
Accessible parking is at the south end of the Main Lot next to Boylan Gymnasium. Follow the marked spaces and campus directions rather than assuming the nearest arena entrance has an available accessible space.
Avoid
On-street parking is generally prohibited around the concert approach. Some concerts and events charge for campus parking, so check your event’s parking notice before assuming admission includes a free space.
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Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Positive

College basketball game day

OceanFirst Bank Center reflects Monmouth 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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Fit and tradeoffsWhat to expectThe practical strengths and the details that could change your choice

Why It Works

  • ✓Monmouth traditions and campus atmosphere
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Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 10.7.26

For OceanFirst Bank Center: confirm the exact Monmouth parking or transit, entry, ticket, bag, seating, and accessibility guidance before arrival.

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