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The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss

The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss is the Division I basketball home of Ole Miss… Read more

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Reviewed 10.8.26

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Parking
Official venue arrival guide (opens in a new tab)Use the men’s basketball parking map rather than the football plan. Park only in the lot or stall assigned on your pass and display it. The map separately marks permit parking and open parking; confirm current availability for your game before choosing a lot.
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For Ole Miss men’s basketball, the current gameday guide lists doors 90 minutes before tip-off and the box office two hours before. Everyone age 12 months and older needs a ticket. Check the actual game notice before departure, particularly for non-basketball events.
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The Sandy and John Black Pavilion’s court and full spectator bowl during Ole Miss–Arkansas basketball on January 19, 2019. Photo by Petre Thomas / Ole Miss Athletics.
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The Sandy and John Black Pavilion’s court and full spectator bowl during Ole Miss–Arkansas basketball on January 19, 2019. Photo by Petre Thomas / Ole Miss Athletics. Photo taken 2019-01-19.

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Venue typeCollege Arena
Capacity9,500basketball arena capacity published by Ole Miss; the actual event floor and premium allocations vary
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Destination: The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss, The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss, University, MS. For Ole Miss men’s basketball, the current gameday guide lists doors 90 minutes before tip-off and the box office two hours before. Everyone age 12 months and older needs a ticket. Check the actual game notice before departure, particularly for non-basketball events. Use the men’s basketball parking map rather than the football plan. Park only in the lot or stall assigned on your pass and display it. The map separately marks permit parking and open parking; confirm current availability for your game before choosing a lot.

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Bring a clear bag no larger than 12 × 6 × 12 inches, a one-gallon clear bag, or a clutch up to 4.5 × 6.5 inches. Medical items are inspected at the southwest entrance. Strollers, umbrellas and outside food are prohibited; the current basketball guide permits one sealed water bottle or empty plastic drink container up to 20 ounces.

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Need to Know

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Use the official seating diagram to compare the upper and lower bowl. Accessible seats require designated tickets; call 888-REB-TKTS before purchasing. Elevators are at the southeast and southwest corners. Add tickets to Apple or Google Wallet before arrival: the current guide says screenshots are not accepted.
Watch out for
Bring a clear bag no larger than 12 × 6 × 12 inches, a one-gallon clear bag, or a clutch up to 4.5 × 6.5 inches. Medical items are inspected at the southwest entrance. Strollers, umbrellas and outside food are prohibited; the current basketball guide permits one sealed water bottle or empty plastic drink container up to 20 ounces.
Good arrival window
For Ole Miss men’s basketball, the current gameday guide lists doors 90 minutes before tip-off and the box office two hours before. Everyone age 12 months and older needs a ticket. Check the actual game notice before departure, particularly for non-basketball events.
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Parking At A Glance

What to do
Use the men’s basketball parking map rather than the football plan. Park only in the lot or stall assigned on your pass and display it. The map separately marks permit parking and open parking; confirm current availability for your game before choosing a lot.
Best option
For an accessible space, the basketball guide requires a state-issued placard or disability plate along with the applicable gameday parking pass. Campus accessibility markings remain in force at all times. Do not assume a general garage permit gives access to a reserved game lot.
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College basketball game day

The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss reflects Ole Miss 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

  • ✓Ole Miss traditions and campus atmosphere
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Reviewed 10.8.26

For The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss: confirm the exact Ole Miss parking or transit, entry, ticket, bag, seating, and accessibility guidance before arrival.

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