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Gates open 1 hour prior to non-conference games and 1.5 hours prior to conference games.

Prohibited in XFINITY Center

The Big Ten promotes good sportsmanship by student-athletes, coaches and spectators. We request your cooperation in helping to maintain a family-friendly environment for fans of all ages, and in supporting the student-athletes, coaches and officials in a positive manner. Profanity or actions to incite, intimidate or threaten others will not be tolerated and are grounds for removal from the site of competition. The list of items and/or activities prohibited during athletic competitions and events include but are not limited to:

  • Pets*
  • Outside Food or Drink of any kind*
  • Illegal Substances
  • Fireworks / Firearms
  • Weapons (both real and facsimiles)
  • Flammables of any kind
  • Laser Pointers
  • Artificial Noisemakers
  • Strollers
  • Skateboards / Bicycles
  • Dangerous or Disruptive Behavior
  • Signage, Apparel or other Items that display, depict or represent recognizable symbols and/or words, including nooses and swastikas, that incite, intimidate, or threaten members of the University of Maryland community.
  • Any Items Resembling a Pole or Stick
  • Smoking
  • Soliciting / Loitering / Trespassing
  • Video Cameras
  • Umbrellas
  • Backpacks / Bags that are not clear and over 12" x 6" x 12". Please refer to Bag Policy for more information.
  • Resale of Ticket
  • Pass-Outs / Re-Entry
  • Any other items or actions deemed dangerous or disruptive to the fan experience

*Exceptions will be made for those with medical requirements and/or special needs.

For additional information on prohibited items, please refer to the XFINITY Center A-Z Guide

ADA Accessibility Services

The XFINITY Center is designed with parking, restrooms, concessions, water fountains, ATM's, closed captioning and seating areas accessible to guests with disabilities. See Guests With Disabilities.

Directions to XFINITY Center


FROM BALTIMORE AND POINTS NORTH

  • Take I-95 South to Washington, D.C.'s Capital Beltway (I-495 West).
  • Take Exit 27 and then follow signs to Exit 25 (U.S. 1 South toward College Park).
  • Proceed approximately one mile south on Route 1; take the exit for 193 West (University Boulevard).
  • At the first light, turn left onto Paint Branch Drive.
  • The XFINITY Center will be on your right.

FROM VIRGINIA AND POINTS SOUTH

  • Take I-95 North to Washington, D.C.'s Capital Beltway (I-495).
  • Continue north on I-95/I-495 toward Baltimore.
  • Take Exit 25 (U.S. 1 South toward College Park).
  • Proceed approximately one mile south on Route 1; take the exit for 193 West (University Boulevard).
  • At the first light, turn left onto Paint Branch Drive.
  • The XFINITY Center will be on your right.

FROM VIRGINIA AND POINTS WEST

  • Take I-66 East or I-270 South to Washington, D.C.'s Capital Beltway (I-495).
  • Go East on I-495 toward Baltimore/Silver Spring.
  • Take Exit 25 (U.S. 1 South toward College Park).
  • Proceed approximately one mile south on Route 1; take the exit for 193 West (University Boulevard).
  • At the first light, turn left onto Paint Branch Drive.
  • The XFINITY Center will be on your right.

FROM ANNAPOLIS AND POINTS EAST

  • Take U.S. 50 West to Washington, D.C.'s Capital Beltway (I-495).
  • Go north on I-95/I-495 toward Baltimore.
  • Take Exit 25 (U.S. 1 South toward College Park).
  • Proceed approximately one mile south on Route 1; take the exit for 193 West (University Boulevard).
  • At the first light, turn left onto Paint Branch Drive.
  • The XFINITY Center will be on your right.

FROM WASHINGTON, D.C. (NORTHWEST/SOUTHWEST)

  • Take 16th St. North which becomes Georgia Avenue North at the Maryland/D.C. line.
  • Go East on I-495 toward Baltimore.
  • Take Exit 25 (U.S. 1 South toward College Park).
  • Proceed approximately one mile south on Route 1; take the exit for 193 West (University Boulevard).
  • At the first light, turn left onto Paint Branch Drive.
  • The XFINITY Center will be on your right.

FROM WASHINGTON, D.C. (NORTHEAST/SOUTHEAST)

  • Take Rhode Island Avenue (U.S. 1 North) which becomes Baltimore Avenue North at the Maryland/D.C. line.
  • Proceed through the city of College Park.
  • Turn left at the main entrance (the intersection of Route 1 and Paint Branch Parkway).
  • Take the immediate right onto Paint Branch Drive.
  • The XFINITY Center will be on your left.

Parking


Game Day Parking Permits

If you are attending the game, game day parking permits must be purchased online before you arrive on campus. Permits cost $22 for non-conference games and $25 for conference games and are effective for Regents Drive Garage. You may also park in Lot 1 for free and walk to XFINITY. Limited permits are available on-site, the day of the game, with a credit card and are available at Regents Drive Garage. 

Please refer to the Basketball Parking Map for parking areas that are available for pre-purchase. 

2023-24 MBB Parking Map

Parking General Information

Click here to purchase Basketball Parking Permits

For more information on lot closures and parking regulations, visit transportation.umd.edu.