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The Palestra: upcoming events

220 South 32nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, United States

35 upcoming events at The Palestra; the biggest category is Sports. Capacity: 8,722.

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35 events

We list 35 upcoming events at The Palestra.

The schedule here falls under one category: sports.

Soon on the list: Swarthmore Garnet at Penn Quakers Womens Basketball, on November 3.

How to get to The Palestra

  • University City stationTrain380 m
    5 min walk
  • Philadelphia Amtrak Train StationTrain390 m
    5 min walk
  • 34th Street station (SEPTA)Train570 m
    7 min walk
  • Union Station PhiladelphiaTrain570 m
    7 min walk
  • Bus Stop At Market And 30thBus stop590 m
    7 min walk

Parking

4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 410 m away.

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About The Palestra

The Palestra – arena in Philadelphia, opened in 1927, capacity 8,722.

The Palestra is a historic arena and the home gym of the Penn Quakers men's and women's basketball teams, volleyball teams, and wrestling team. Located at 235 South 33rd St. on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania, in the University City section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the arena opened on January 1, 1927. The Palestra is particularly regarded for its importance in the history of college basketball. Nicknamed "The Cathedral of College Basketball", the arena has been called "the most important building in the history of college basketball" and is said to have "changed the entire history of the sport for which it was built".

The Palestra: calendar by month

January 2027

February 2027

March 2027

Visiting The Palestra: good to know

How do I get to The Palestra by public transport?

The closest stop is University City station (train), 380 m from The Palestra – roughly 5 minutes on foot.

Can I park near The Palestra?

There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 410 m away.

Are there hotels near The Palestra?

9 hotels are within walking distance. The closest is The Study at University City, 350 m away.

What's on at The Palestra this weekend?

Nothing is scheduled at The Palestra this weekend. Next up: Swarthmore Garnet at Penn Quakers Womens Basketball on November 3.

How big is The Palestra?

The Palestra holds around 8,722 people.

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