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Reno Events Center

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Reno Events Center is a live-event venue at 400 University Way in Reno, NV.

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FanProof verdictFor accessible entry at Reno Events Center, use the southwest, southeast or northwest entrances. Accessible seating platforms sit at the bottom of the 100-level sections; select that inventory for your event. The designated outdoor smoking area is outside Portal A.

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Bags & entry

Reno lists clear bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches, gallon bags and clutches/purses up to 4.5 × 6.5. Backpacks/duffels are prohibited. Medical items require inspection; one diaper bag per accompanying infant is excepted. No prohibited-item storage. Confirm combined quantity and event restrictions.

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Reviewed bag sizes

Clear bag

up to12 × 6 × 12 in

12 in12 in6 in

Small clutch or purse

up to4.5 × 6.5 in

6.5 in4.5 in

Depth not listed by source.

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Reno lists clear bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches, gallon bags and clutches/purses up to 4.5 × 6.5. Backpacks/duffels are prohibited. Medical items require inspection; one diaper bag per accompanying infant is excepted. No prohibited-item storage. Confirm combined quantity and event restrictions.

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Drawings are not to scale or an orientation guide. Check every side against the venue’s listed measurements.

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Dimensions only: bag type, contents, material and screening rules still apply. Preset sizes are typical, not your exact bag. Security staff make the final call at the gate.

Events, tickets & arrival timeline

Your event day

Travel time
  1. 6:45 PM
    Leave30 minutes to get there, then into the gates by your arrival time.
  2. 7:15 PMArrivePlanning estimate: 45 minutes before start. Check your ticket for doors and check-in times.
  3. 8:00 PMStartListed start time. Doors usually open earlier; check your ticket.
  4. AfterGetting homeCheck your ride or last train home

Times are in the venue's local time.

Venue details
Venue typeEvent Venue
CapacityNot publishedCheck the layout and available seating for your event.
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Getting thereArrival timing, parking, transit and getting home
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Transit & the journey home

Use the entrance at 400 University Way, Reno, NV 89501.

Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Parking

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Parking At A Glance

What to do
There are a limited number of parking spaces available in the National Bowling Stadium parking lot. There are also many public and private lots situated near the Events Center. Customers can park at Circus Circus or Fitzgerald's. Sorry >>NO<< RV parking available in the National Bowling Stadium parking lot.

Location

400 University Way

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Seats & views

Accessibility

Accessible platforms sit below the 100 sections; entrances SW/SE/NW and a second-level elevator are available. Request accessible/companion tickets explicitly. Guest Services loans listening devices against ID. Limited accessible parking across at National Bowling Stadium is listed at $10; confirm availability and route.

Find your section

Seating maps & views

Match the layout to your event before choosing seats. Stage position, floor seating, standing areas, and available sections can change.

Real photos from the seats

Browse Reno Events Center photos by section and compare the sightlines, railings, and stage views. Check the event and photo date; zoom can make the stage look closer.

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Seating & atmosphere notes

Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Access and ticket help

Accessible seating is located on platforms at the bottom of all 100 section seating. Accessible doors to facility are located at the Southwest, Southeast and Northwest entrances Day of Onsale: 10am - 12noon. Otherwise the box office opens at 10 am on the day of a performance.

Inside the venuePayment, water and the atmosphere

Payment

Concessions and National Bowling Stadium parking accept credit/debit, Apple Pay and Google Pay, without cash. Confirm other sellers.

Water & drinks

Bottles are prohibited; no ordinary sealed-water or empty-bottle exception is established. Confirm necessary infant/medical liquids.

The experience

  • Watch out for: NO Audio NO Video NO Smoking anywhere inside the Reno Events Center. There is a designated smoking area provided outside Portal A.
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Event details to verify

  • ×All Ages are welcome. For most events no ticket is required for ages 0-23months, as long as the child does not occupy a seat of their own. For events such as "Sesame Street", "Barney", or "Dragon Tales", a ticket is required for anyone 12 months or older.
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Reno lists clear bags up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches, gallon bags and clutches/purses up to 4.5 × 6.5. Backpacks/duffels are prohibited. Medical items require inspection; one diaper bag per accompanying infant is excepted. No prohibited-item storage. Confirm combined quantity and event restrictions.

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Destination
Reno Events Center, 400 University Way · Reno, NV.
Transit
Use the entrance at 400 University Way, Reno, NV 89501.
Parking
There are a limited number of parking spaces available in the National Bowling Stadium parking lot. There are also many public and private lots situated near the Events Center. Customers can park at Circus Circus or Fitzgerald's. Sorry >>NO<< RV parking available in the National Bowling Stadium parking lot.
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Accessible platforms sit below the 100 sections; entrances SW/SE/NW and a second-level elevator are available. Request accessible/companion tickets explicitly. Guest Services loans listening devices against ID. Limited accessible parking across at National Bowling Stadium is listed at $10; confirm availability and route.

Official venue accessibility guidance (opens in a new tab)Seat maps (opens in a new tab)

Concessions and National Bowling Stadium parking accept credit/debit, Apple Pay and Google Pay, without cash. Confirm other sellers. Bottles are prohibited; no ordinary sealed-water or empty-bottle exception is established. Confirm necessary infant/medical liquids.

Official venue water guidance (opens in a new tab)

Use the entrance at 400 University Way, Reno, NV 89501. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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