CU Events Center Information and Policies

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO FAN CODE OF CONDUCT

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The University of Colorado is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable sports & entertainment experience. The University of Colorado recognizes intercollegiate athletics as an important part of the student and alumni experience. We as fans should credit student athletes for their commitment to academic and athletic excellence and their efforts to compete within the rules of each sport. We also need to promote the Pac-12 Conference by upholding high standards of scholarship, competitive performance and spectator behavior.
The University of Colorado welcomes you as our guest to the CU Events Center, you as fans have a right to expect an environment where:

  • Student-Athletes, coaches, and team personnel will respect and appreciate each and every fan.
  • Guests will be treated in a consistent, professional and courteous manner by all CU Events Center and team personnel.
  • Guests will enjoy the experience free from disruptive behavior, including foul or abusive language or obscene gestures.
  • Intervention with an impaired and intoxicated guest will be handled in a prompt and safe manner.
  • Guests will sit only in their ticketed seats and show their tickets when requested.
  • Guests will not engage in fighting, throwing of objects or attempting to enter the field, and those who engage in any of these actions will immediately be ejected from the game.
  • Guests will comply with requests from the CU Events Center staff regarding arena operations and emergency response procedures.

The CU Events Center staff has been trained to intervene where necessary to help ensure that the above expectations are met. Guests are encouraged to report any inappropriate behavior to the nearest usher, security guard or guest services staff member. Guests who choose not to adhere to these provisions will be subject to immediate ejection without refund and revocation of season tickets and may also be in violation of State Statutes or Municipal Ordinances resulting in possible arrest and prosecution. The University of Colorado thanks you for adhering to the provisions of the University of Colorado Fan Code of Conduct.

General Public Admission Policies


Doors to the CU Events Center open to the general public beginning one hour before the start time of the scheduled event. 

Bags or containers larger than 12 inches by 6 inches by 12 inches are prohibited. No bags permitted at all including backpacks, diaper bags, and other similar bags, unless they meet the clear bag standards. Clutches and Purses with or without a handle or strap must be no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. Also allowed are one gallon or smaller clear plastic zip bags.  If you have any medical items that are necessary, please notify security so those items can be properly inspected.

The CU Events Center complies with all TSA and Homeland Security prohibited items lists.

All patrons will be requested to return prohibited items to their vehicles, hotel rooms or homes.

Children under the age of three (3) will not be required to have a ticket as long as they do not occupy a seat.

No cameras or recording devices of any kind are allowed unless authorized by the CU Athletic Communications office.

These policies are subject to change.
 

PERMITTED ITEMS

  • Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”
  • One-gallon (or smaller) clear plastic Ziploc/freezer bag
  • Small clutch bags (no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” with or without a handle or strap
  • Medically necessary items after proper inspection at Entrances
  • Non-alcoholic beverages in approved factory-sealed plastic containers; 51 oz. / 1.5 liters or smaller (one per ticket holder)
  • Empty non-disposable plastic water bottles; 51 oz. / 1.5 liters or smaller (one per ticket holder)
  • Umbrella Strollers; if larger they can be returned to vehicle or checked in at Guest Services
  • Seat cushions and chair backs must be 18” or less in width (no pockets, zippers or covers)
  • Small personal cameras
  • Binoculars
  • Service Animals
  • Blankets

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Folsom Field complies with all TSA and Homeland Security prohibited items lists.

In addition, prohibited items include:

  • Bags or containers larger than 12” x 6” x 12”
  • No bags permitted at all; includes backpacks, diaper bags and other similar bags
  • Clutches and purses must be the approximate size of the hand
  • Hard & Soft sided coolers of any size or style
  • Firearms or weapons of any type; including handguns carried in accordance w/ the Colorado Conceal & Carry Act
  • Selfie/GoPro Sticks, flags on poles, other types of sticks, poles or similar objects that can be used as a weapon
  • Fireworks, Drones or Laser pointers
  • Non-factory sealed beverages or filled liquid containers including all thermoses
  • Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs (including medical marijuana)
  • Glass or metal bottles or cans
  • Full size strollers
  • Umbrellas of any size
  • Artificial noise makers such as whistles, air horns, thunderstix or any other item used to make artificial noise
  • Any unapproved signs or banners
  • Professional grade video or camera equipment (e.g. telephoto lenses), tripods, or monopods.
  • Footballs, Frisbees, inflatable balls
  • Bikes, Scooters, Skateboards or skates
  • Pets / Animals (with the exception of service animals)

Alcohol

Alcohol can be purchased at designated vendor locations throughout the CU Events Center.  Individuals with unauthorized possession of alcoholic beverages, including anyone possessing alcohol under the age of 21, will be removed from the CU Events Center. Inebriated individuals will be denied admission to the arena. Such ejections are not grounds for refunds.

Parking

Parking at the CU Events Center is free. Click here for a basketball general parking map.
 

Lost And Found

All items found during and after the game will be held at Guest Services at Gate 5 for one hour after the end of the game. All lost items will be logged by Guest Services and can be reached at guestservices@colorado.edu or by calling 303-492-5318 weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m