Blackham Coliseum: Tickets, Access, and Event-Day Planning

Blackham Coliseum hosts sporting events, rodeos, festivals and community events throughout the year, but the event list does not establish a recurring schedule.

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette says the arena was built in 1949 and covers 25,000 square feet. Its seating capacity ranges from 5,500 to 9,800, depending on the layout. The venue grounds also include two rentable barns, adding 46,500 square feet of event space.

Events the University lists include Mid-Winter Fair Rodeo, Mardi Gras, Touch-a-Truck, LAGCOE Roux Festival, and Fin, Feather, Fur, Food, Festival. Dates and arrangements can differ by event, so look up the specific listing before making plans.

Ticket availability and sales channels depend on the event organizer; there is no single ticket source confirmed for every Blackham Coliseum event.

Start with the event’s official listing or organizer, which can direct you to the correct seller and explain ticket types, age rules and pickup options. Do not assume a ticket channel used for one event applies to another. If your ticket is for will-call, confirm the pickup location and opening time with the organizer before arriving.

Children’s admission rules can also vary. For sporting events, children aged 2 and under are generally admitted free when seated on an adult’s lap; concert requirements and age policies vary by show. Check the specific event’s terms if you are attending with children.

Parking, accessible seating and entry arrangements should be confirmed with the organizer for your event.

Parking is described as general, but no price, lot location or event-day availability is specified. A campus testing-center map shows parking and vehicle entrances for that operation, not event parking; don’t rely on it as an event-day parking plan. If your trip also includes a game, Cajun Field parking is another event-specific detail to plan.

For accessible entry or seating, ask the event organizer about arrangements before you go. The front of the building is the accessible entrance, and accessible seating is on the floor; accommodations may be requested upon entrance.

No general prohibited-items or bag policy is published for the venue. Check the event organizer’s instructions so you know what you can bring through security.

Blackham Coliseum is at 2330 Johnston Street in Lafayette, and the drive from Days Inn by Wyndham Lafayette Scott is about 9 minutes. For the venue location, use its street address and follow event-specific directions; nearby campus streets include Johnston Street, Cajundome Boulevard and Coliseum Drive.

If you are arranging lodging around the visit, rooms at this Scott inn are available.

The route from Scott to Lafayette Regional Airport is another part of local trip planning.

Before you go: Event times, ticket arrangements, parking and access instructions can change by event. Check the official site before you go, and confirm event-specific details with the organizer.