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Bruins v Sun Devils men's game was amazing. Fortunately I have family who are on the board so it makes getting tickets an ease. It was a good game for the bruins--they needed another win to get them back in stride. I want to add that I rarely eat concession stand foods because it's usually over priced (no change there) and tastes awful. The bruin dog was actually pretty darn good for concession food.
Was here earlier in the week to see a basketball game and had a very good time. We were seated on the second level but the place is small enough that you still close enough to the action on the court. The seats are comfortable and the aisles allow easy access even when you have to walk past other occupied seats. To eat we got a couple of 1/3lb Hoffy brand Bruin Dogs that tasted pretty good. We also got a soft pretzel to try and a soft drink. The condiment station had mustard, ketchup, relish, and chopped onions so some good options. The halftime we tried one of the food trucks Creamy Boys out of Hermosa Beach. Their Hokey Pokey, a Honeycomb Toffee flavor, was really good. Parking was pretty easy are there were lots of people directing you to the available lot. Overall a great experience
pretty easy ticketing process, all seats have a fairly good view, and lots of bathrooms! always kept very clean. such a great atmosphere, i would highly recommend!
We love watching the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion! All seats are good but we prefer sitting just behind the glass on in the 100 level. For certain sporting events, like Men's Basketball, they offer food truck options which vary. The kettle corn booth is our favorite. The attendants are all very nice and helpful, too. Security is pretty strict and they still have their clear bag policy in effect so make sure to leave your purses and backpacks at home. Small wallet pouches are ok. And you are allowed to bring some food in, just not opened water bottles (empty reusable containers are fine) and now whole fruit (they have to be peeled and/or sliced fruit).
I can't believe I have never been to the Pauley Pavilion that's located at UCLA! My daughter plays volleyball and one of the moms on our team was able to get us tickets to a volleyball game. Yay! The facility is a good size and honestly, every seat seemed like a good seat. I have to say, the pavilion was very clean and it seemed to be well kept up. The popular events that seem to take place include volleyball, basketball, and gymnastics. If you need a snack, the confession stands will fulfill your craving. Parking is easily accessible, however, there is a parking fee. We loved the game and my family enjoyed every moment. They have a great sound system which gets you in the mood! During the game, freebies were thrown into the crowd, and players waved to their fans. It was a great experience!
Pauley Pavillion is home to UCLA indoor sports teams... Great amenities and seating... D1 sports arena 9/10... 9/10 only because I have visted other university arenas and liked them more... But over all your typical power 5 school arena...
Lucky me, my first visit to Pauley Pavilion courtesy of a friend with season tickets featured UCLA defeating Southern Cal!! Hard to believe that despite having attended UCLA, I had never actually set foot inside the Pavilion itself. What a great place to watch a basketball game. The impressive history of John Wooden's numerous championship wins can be seen in the banners hanging from the rafters. And thinking of basketball royalty such as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bill Walton playing here makes me proud to be a Bruin. Parking is pretty efficient. Vaccines were required and the check-in process went smoothly. Food is typical stadium fare. The UCLA student crowd is FANTASTIC, especially when playing the Trojans; not for nothing was the stadium staff prepared with their "Please refrain from using any profanity in your cheers this evening" announcements. HAHA! Duck SC!
Home of the UCLA Bruins basketball teams, Pauley Pavilion is as fine an arena as any to watch a college basketball game. The thing it has going for it is history and tradition; it's incredibly rich in it. From the statue of 10-time national champion John Wooden outside to the hallways honoring championships and legends of Bruins past inside (what a great recruiting tool), as a college basketball fan, you can't help but appreciate it. In this regard, the only college arena I've been to that is comparable is the Dean E. Smith Center (Dean Dome) in Chapel Hill, North Carolina (https://www.yelp.com/biz/dean-e-smith-center-chapel-hill). Like a lot of college basketball courts around the country, the court at Pauley is named after coach Wooden. The full name of the court is Nell and John Wooden Court and the full name of the arena is Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Pauley donated a lot of money to construct the arena which opened in 1965. Pauley Pavilion underwent $136 million in renovations in 2011-12. The renovation added additional seating capacity (about 700 more seats), restrooms, LED boards, wider concourses with glass garage doors (which can create a cool indoor-outdoor environment when the weather is nice), and an overall more modern and sleeker look. I'm a Georgia Tech alumni and men's basketball season ticket holder (20+ years). Our home arena, McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta (https://www.yelp.com/biz/mccamish-pavilion-atlanta), also underwent renovations around the same time as and reopened in 2012 like Pauley. Compared to Pauley, McCamish's renovations were "only" $50 million. Granted, the seating capacity at McCamish is roughly two-thirds that of Pauley. I think McCamish is just as nice as, if not nicer than, Pauley. The advantage McCamish has over Pauley is you can see the basketball court all the way around the concourses. McCamish also has a club area that faces the court. Pauley doesn't have those features. The Pauley Pavilion Club is a closed-off room. However, it's hard to beat the aforementioned championship history at Pauley plus its glass exterior and outdoor patio sections. At the time of writing this review, Pauley Pavilion is the third-biggest basketball arena in the Pac-12 Conference with seating for 13,800. Only Utah's Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City (15,000) and Arizona's McKale Center in Tuscon (14,655) are bigger. Despite its relatively large size, the sightlines and viewing angles inside Pauley are excellent. I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. Pauley Pavilion is located on UCLA's campus. $12-per-vehicle parking is available around the arena in campus lots P4, P7, and P8. These lots are accessible via Westwood Plaza, Charles E. Young Drive North, and Strathmore Place, respectively. To see specifically where these are, check out the map I posted to this Yelp page. You can pay with credit card using self-serve kiosks.
Wow!! This place is still beautiful! They have taken good care of it through the years. Was recently here again to watch the UCLA vs USC basketball game. Close game and UCLA prevailed! They also showcased an impressive Alumnus to play the National Anthem and he played his rendition on the saxophone and was absolutely amazing! UCLA definitely has elite talented students!
I've only been to Pauley Pavilion twice, when I've purchased tickets to bring a friend to catch Bruins Mens basketball. I always try to pick a game that will be really exciting so it's a really fun experience. I'm two for two! On my most recent visit I noticed they had a Chick Fil A now, which is exciting! They also have CPK (not a fan) and an outdoor food vendor/truck area. I usually order a pretzel and grab a side of mustard. There's my touch on the foodie subject. I don't typically spend a lot on our seats because I'm not one who really cares about being super close I just want to be at the game sometimes versus watching it on TV. The seats all seem fine enough to me. Parking is $13 The campus store was open on our most recent visit and we picked up a few new items, so that's always a plus if you're looking to snag a little gift for a fan or alumni. My friend was a football season ticket holder for decades and I enjoyed going to those games but I will say there's something really wholesome about the basketball games. If UCLA could get their act together on a consistent basis I'd buy season tickets. I sort of like the not having to tailgate for hours before walking into a game, maybe that's just my old age talk. I do wish they offered Kombucha on tap here. I was looking for it, but didn't spot it. I think it'd be a great touch! All in all, a very fun and memorable experience the times I've got us to winning games.
Wanted to come here for so long, because of the incredible history, and was able to go twice in 2 weeks! And tickets under $20? Wow. Incredible deal. Took my teenage boys and they loved it too. Every seat is good - we sat up high but it's like the medium level at Staples. Actually it reminded me of Staples - without the nosebleed section. Loved the "museums" all around and the mad love for John Wooden. We parked for free a mile away near the LA Cemetery and walked through the hills through fraternities etc and it was good exercise and easy. Love the campus. I take the boys over occasionally just to explore UCLA - just love the whole area. Pauley is a MUST SEE!
The hottest ticket on the UCLA campus? The gymnastics team! At least Ken Jeong (yup, he attended) and I thought so. A few weeks ago, the hubs bought general admission tickets for four of us. TIP For advance ticket purchases, on the first Friday of each month the Ticketmaster fees to most UCLA athletics are waived until 11:59 p.m. To recap the first event I ever attended at Pauley Pavilion, UCLA's score of 197.575 beat Utah State's 194.850. It was great entertainment even for my husband who doesn't really know much about the sport. The event started at 4:30 p.m. They even had a slightly drawn-out introduction and presentation by Athletic Director Dan Guerrero to honor Valorie Kondos Field's 29 years as head coach and 37 years on the UCLA coaching staff. It was really neat to see the joy on her face when they unveiled the gymnastics floor with her signature on it, now known as Valorie Kondos Field Floor. Just before the meet ended just after 6:00 p.m., we saw not one, but two perfect ten performances by Kyla Ross and Katelyn Ohashi. Everyone in the mostly clean indoor arena received a free BJ's Pizookie coupon for the 10s. PARKING/SEATING Due to its popularity, I recommend getting there as soon as possible. Over 12,000 people were in attendance that Saturday afternoon (3/16/19). General admission is first come, first served. We arrived before 3:30, but it was already starting to get packed. Plus I had to take my purse back to the truck due to their "clear bags only" policy. The one time I don't do my homework, I suffer. Lol. Regular parking in the garage nearby is $12, and disabled vehicles are $9. OVERALL I despise the clear bags only policy and the usher that nearly took me out trying to get onto someone else (fucking hell man!), but loved the rest including the cutouts of the athletes for our toddlers to take photos with, the alumni band, the little black "Life is short, don't wait to dance" giveaway bags signed by Miss Val, and those cookies from the concession stand. Were those from Diddy Riese? Sure tasted like it... GO BRUINS!
Reviews are generally positive. Visitors highlight the modern renovations, comfortable seating, and lively atmosphere. The arena is also clean and easy to navigate.
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So to be fair our impressions are set in the background of our son graduating, but to have the main commencement in this legendary arena was pretty cool. Located on the UCLA campus it is a literal who's who of the basketball world. So many basketball greats played this very arena its staggering. For graduation we had gotten there early so had mid-court section 102 seats which were awesome. Easy to see the scoreboard screen in the center plus the entire arena. The temperature was nice as well. Plenty of bathrooms seals the deal read more
Legendary arena on the campus of UCLA. It's amazing that it's been around for 60 + years, but the renovations they did between 2010 and 2012 makes this place feel very modern and it's like a brand new arena. It's fun to walk around the inside and look at all of the banners and displays they have showing the rich winning tradition of the mighty bruins. Seats are pretty comfortable and there aren't really any bad seats in the house. I've been to some basketball games and a graduation here in the past, but this time went to a men's volleyball game. It was fun and general admission seating lets you get real up close to the action. It's a great venue and you should come check out some local college action. It's a lot of fun, more intimate, and a lot cheaper than a professional game. read more
*** January 20th, 2026: UCLA 69 vs Purdue 67 *** Pauley Pavilion is the home of UCLA sports arena and the building recently had a renovation completed in 2012. I recently came here to see a NCAA men's basketball game. [Parking]: Visitors can park at Structure 7 or Structure 4. Most of cars will be guided to Structure 4, but Structure 7 is closer to Pauley Pavilion. For Structure 7, visitors must park on the basement level 2. $17 for the event parking via Bruin Permit. Visitors will need to scan the QR code at the elevators; however due to poor cellular signal at the basement, I had to refresh the webpage once I walked up to the ground level. [Experience]: There were vendors out there giving away free drink samples before and after the game. The stadium had a pretty good view and personally I didn't see any "bad" seats within the building. [Food]: The building blocked off one side of the building for food trucks, so there were some good food options to choose from. [Conclusion]: Unlike Crypto.com Arena or Intuit Dome, game day experience felt like a very intimate experience and gameday ticket is very affordable. Overall I am a fan of this arena. P.S. - UCLA women's gymnastics and men's + women's volleyball are also hosted in Pauley Pavilion. read more
Bruins v Sun Devils men's game was amazing. Fortunately I have family who are on the board so it makes getting tickets an ease. It was a good game for the bruins--they needed another win to get them back in stride. I want to add that I rarely eat concession stand foods because it's usually over priced (no change there) and tastes awful. The bruin dog was actually pretty darn good for concession food. read more
8 months ago
Was here earlier in the week to see a basketball game and had a very good time. We were seated on the second level but the place is small enough that you still close enough to the action on the court. The seats are comfortable and the aisles allow easy access even when you have to walk past other occupied seats. To eat we got a couple of 1/3lb Hoffy brand Bruin Dogs that tasted pretty good. We also got a soft pretzel to try and a soft drink. The condiment station had mustard, ketchup, relish, and chopped onions so some good options. The halftime we tried one of the food trucks Creamy Boys out of Hermosa Beach. Their Hokey Pokey, a Honeycomb Toffee flavor, was really good. Parking was pretty easy are there were lots of people directing you to the available lot. Overall a great experience read more
1 year ago
pretty easy ticketing process, all seats have a fairly good view, and lots of bathrooms! always kept very clean. such a great atmosphere, i would highly recommend! read more
3 years ago
We love watching the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion! All seats are good but we prefer sitting just behind the glass on in the 100 level. For certain sporting events, like Men's Basketball, they offer food truck options which vary. The kettle corn booth is our favorite. The attendants are all very nice and helpful, too. Security is pretty strict and they still have their clear bag policy in effect so make sure to leave your purses and backpacks at home. Small wallet pouches are ok. And you are allowed to bring some food in, just not opened water bottles (empty reusable containers are fine) and now whole fruit (they have to be peeled and/or sliced fruit). read more
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I can't believe I have never been to the Pauley Pavilion that's located at UCLA! My daughter plays volleyball and one of the moms on our team was able to get us tickets to a volleyball game. Yay! The facility is a good size and honestly, every seat seemed like a good seat. I have to say, the pavilion was very clean and it seemed to be well kept up. The popular events that seem to take place include volleyball, basketball, and gymnastics. If you need a snack, the confession stands will fulfill your craving. Parking is easily accessible, however, there is a parking fee. We loved the game and my family enjoyed every moment. They have a great sound system which gets you in the mood! During the game, freebies were thrown into the crowd, and players waved to their fans. It was a great experience! read more
2 years ago
Pauley Pavillion is home to UCLA indoor sports teams... Great amenities and seating... D1 sports arena 9/10... 9/10 only because I have visted other university arenas and liked them more... But over all your typical power 5 school arena... read more
Lucky me, my first visit to Pauley Pavilion courtesy of a friend with season tickets featured UCLA defeating Southern Cal!! Hard to believe that despite having attended UCLA, I had never actually set foot inside the Pavilion itself. What a great place to watch a basketball game. The impressive history of John Wooden's numerous championship wins can be seen in the banners hanging from the rafters. And thinking of basketball royalty such as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Bill Walton playing here makes me proud to be a Bruin. Parking is pretty efficient. Vaccines were required and the check-in process went smoothly. Food is typical stadium fare. The UCLA student crowd is FANTASTIC, especially when playing the Trojans; not for nothing was the stadium staff prepared with their "Please refrain from using any profanity in your cheers this evening" announcements. HAHA! Duck SC! read more
2 years ago
Home of the UCLA Bruins basketball teams, Pauley Pavilion is as fine an arena as any to watch a college basketball game. The thing it has going for it is history and tradition; it's incredibly rich in it. From the statue of 10-time national champion John Wooden outside to the hallways honoring championships and legends of Bruins past inside (what a great recruiting tool), as a college basketball fan, you can't help but appreciate it. In this regard, the only college arena I've been to that is comparable is the Dean E. Smith Center (Dean Dome) in Chapel Hill, North Carolina (https://www.yelp.com/biz/dean-e-smith-center-chapel-hill). Like a lot of college basketball courts around the country, the court at Pauley is named after coach Wooden. The full name of the court is Nell and John Wooden Court and the full name of the arena is Edwin W. Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Pauley donated a lot of money to construct the arena which opened in 1965. Pauley Pavilion underwent $136 million in renovations in 2011-12. The renovation added additional seating capacity (about 700 more seats), restrooms, LED boards, wider concourses with glass garage doors (which can create a cool indoor-outdoor environment when the weather is nice), and an overall more modern and sleeker look. I'm a Georgia Tech alumni and men's basketball season ticket holder (20+ years). Our home arena, McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta (https://www.yelp.com/biz/mccamish-pavilion-atlanta), also underwent renovations around the same time as and reopened in 2012 like Pauley. Compared to Pauley, McCamish's renovations were "only" $50 million. Granted, the seating capacity at McCamish is roughly two-thirds that of Pauley. I think McCamish is just as nice as, if not nicer than, Pauley. The advantage McCamish has over Pauley is you can see the basketball court all the way around the concourses. McCamish also has a club area that faces the court. Pauley doesn't have those features. The Pauley Pavilion Club is a closed-off room. However, it's hard to beat the aforementioned championship history at Pauley plus its glass exterior and outdoor patio sections. At the time of writing this review, Pauley Pavilion is the third-biggest basketball arena in the Pac-12 Conference with seating for 13,800. Only Utah's Jon M. Huntsman Center in Salt Lake City (15,000) and Arizona's McKale Center in Tuscon (14,655) are bigger. Despite its relatively large size, the sightlines and viewing angles inside Pauley are excellent. I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. Pauley Pavilion is located on UCLA's campus. $12-per-vehicle parking is available around the arena in campus lots P4, P7, and P8. These lots are accessible via Westwood Plaza, Charles E. Young Drive North, and Strathmore Place, respectively. To see specifically where these are, check out the map I posted to this Yelp page. You can pay with credit card using self-serve kiosks. read more
Wow!! This place is still beautiful! They have taken good care of it through the years. Was recently here again to watch the UCLA vs USC basketball game. Close game and UCLA prevailed! They also showcased an impressive Alumnus to play the National Anthem and he played his rendition on the saxophone and was absolutely amazing! UCLA definitely has elite talented students! read more
7 years ago
I've only been to Pauley Pavilion twice, when I've purchased tickets to bring a friend to catch Bruins Mens basketball. I always try to pick a game that will be really exciting so it's a really fun experience. I'm two for two! On my most recent visit I noticed they had a Chick Fil A now, which is exciting! They also have CPK (not a fan) and an outdoor food vendor/truck area. I usually order a pretzel and grab a side of mustard. There's my touch on the foodie subject. I don't typically spend a lot on our seats because I'm not one who really cares about being super close I just want to be at the game sometimes versus watching it on TV. The seats all seem fine enough to me. Parking is $13 The campus store was open on our most recent visit and we picked up a few new items, so that's always a plus if you're looking to snag a little gift for a fan or alumni. My friend was a football season ticket holder for decades and I enjoyed going to those games but I will say there's something really wholesome about the basketball games. If UCLA could get their act together on a consistent basis I'd buy season tickets. I sort of like the not having to tailgate for hours before walking into a game, maybe that's just my old age talk. I do wish they offered Kombucha on tap here. I was looking for it, but didn't spot it. I think it'd be a great touch! All in all, a very fun and memorable experience the times I've got us to winning games. read more
4 years ago
Wanted to come here for so long, because of the incredible history, and was able to go twice in 2 weeks! And tickets under $20? Wow. Incredible deal. Took my teenage boys and they loved it too. Every seat is good - we sat up high but it's like the medium level at Staples. Actually it reminded me of Staples - without the nosebleed section. Loved the "museums" all around and the mad love for John Wooden. We parked for free a mile away near the LA Cemetery and walked through the hills through fraternities etc and it was good exercise and easy. Love the campus. I take the boys over occasionally just to explore UCLA - just love the whole area. Pauley is a MUST SEE! read more
The hottest ticket on the UCLA campus? The gymnastics team! At least Ken Jeong (yup, he attended) and I thought so. A few weeks ago, the hubs bought general admission tickets for four of us. TIP For advance ticket purchases, on the first Friday of each month the Ticketmaster fees to most UCLA athletics are waived until 11:59 p.m. To recap the first event I ever attended at Pauley Pavilion, UCLA's score of 197.575 beat Utah State's 194.850. It was great entertainment even for my husband who doesn't really know much about the sport. The event started at 4:30 p.m. They even had a slightly drawn-out introduction and presentation by Athletic Director Dan Guerrero to honor Valorie Kondos Field's 29 years as head coach and 37 years on the UCLA coaching staff. It was really neat to see the joy on her face when they unveiled the gymnastics floor with her signature on it, now known as Valorie Kondos Field Floor. Just before the meet ended just after 6:00 p.m., we saw not one, but two perfect ten performances by Kyla Ross and Katelyn Ohashi. Everyone in the mostly clean indoor arena received a free BJ's Pizookie coupon for the 10s. PARKING/SEATING Due to its popularity, I recommend getting there as soon as possible. Over 12,000 people were in attendance that Saturday afternoon (3/16/19). General admission is first come, first served. We arrived before 3:30, but it was already starting to get packed. Plus I had to take my purse back to the truck due to their "clear bags only" policy. The one time I don't do my homework, I suffer. Lol. Regular parking in the garage nearby is $12, and disabled vehicles are $9. OVERALL I despise the clear bags only policy and the usher that nearly took me out trying to get onto someone else (fucking hell man!), but loved the rest including the cutouts of the athletes for our toddlers to take photos with, the alumni band, the little black "Life is short, don't wait to dance" giveaway bags signed by Miss Val, and those cookies from the concession stand. Were those from Diddy Riese? Sure tasted like it... GO BRUINS! read more
Our family absolutely loves coming here for sporting events. We have always supported the Bruins and I am certainly grateful to be a part of the Bruin family. We mainly attend basketball games when we go here as a family and every experience has been exciting and memorable thus far. We usually park on Gayley and walk over to get that necessary exercise and pass by the Los Angeles Tennis Center to get a glimpse of the beautiful courts before finding our seats at Pauley. The crowd can get pretty amped up during huge games, but it dies down a bit during winter break when mostly everyone has gone home to their families. It has been a pleasure to see star athletes on the rise at this prestigious institution with so much history, tradition, and culture. It really is humbling to even take part in the sporting events because of the added time we get to spend together as a family. Thank you, Bruins, for all your hard work and dedication! It has been our pleasure to support you along the way. *8-cLAp* read more
9 years ago
We got free passes to attend a women's pre-season (non-conference) basketball game during an LA Sparks game... so we were excited to see this team - which as I write this review is ranked #7 in the country among women's college teams. So yes, we got free admission to the game. And we actually were upgraded to floor seats by a super friendly woman that was checking tickets. But... you know there is a but... UCLA is impossible to navigate. And no, I didn't go to school there - I'm from Kentucky! Signage is awful and figuring out where to park or even where the arena IS - just super not clear. And my GPS goes dark on campus addresses... so - I can get to UCLA but after that, it's meaningless. Parking in the visitor lot was $6 for 2 hours... but games are typically longer than that so a full day is the other option - $12. That's more than I pay to go to an LA Sparks game in downtown. And they have ONE pre-pay parking machine and it needs your license plate number to process... WHO knows their license plate number?! UGH UGH. Frustrated before I even found the arena. And I'm sure this is probably just a "women's basketball game" thing, but only ONE concession stand was open. ONE. And it's a big arena. Concessions are limited - hot dogs, nachos, pretzels... NO alcohol. Their bag policy is similar to some NFL stadiums and a complete pain in the ass... either transparent bags or bags the size of your hand. I don't think a zip-lock coordinates well with any of my clothes and I can't put anything I need in a bag small enough to fit the size of my hand. I hate this policy very much. And - feminist rant coming - women's sports teams do NOT need cheerleaders. Completely unnecessary. I get that it's probably a college thing, but having cheerleaders, people yelling into megaphones and a band was a little much for a crowd of about 200. Having cheerleaders at women's sporting events to me - just defeats the purpose. I don't want that. I don't want my niece to grow up thinking she can maybe someday be half-naked at a basketball game... I want her to think she can and should BE PLAYING basketball. Feminist rant over... The hot dog I had wasn't the worst ever. There are food trucks you can go to (I don't love food trucks though). I miss having food and a beer at a game. I'm not sure this is the team for me to follow because PART of the experience is enjoying the experience. And I just didn't. So I'm not sure we'll go back. I expect UCLA will be OK without us. It didn't feel that welcoming anyway. read more
4 years ago
Jordan Chiles amongst all the other gymnasts are awesome to watch!!! My daughter and I had an absolute blast read more
Pauley Pavilion is not the same Pauley I remember from way back in the day. Back then PP was no frills, and sorely needed updating. Fast forward to 2012 when it underwent major renovation. It looks great now. Everything still looks new and modern, there are more concession choices available as well - Chick-Fil-A, McDonald's, etc. They even pipe in the game on the speakers in the restrooms so you don't miss anything while you're away from your seat taking a bathroom break! When you come, be aware that security doesn't allow purses or bags. So leave everything in your car. Alternatively they do allow the clear plastic bags that they also allow at the Rose Bowl. You can purchase one at the Student Store inside Ackerman Union for about $13 if you need one as I did. Although Pauley had a major facelift, you can still sense the history inside. Just look up at all the National Championship banners hanging from the rafters above. It will always be the house that John Wooden built. Gooooo, Bruins! read more
As a Bruin Alum, I've spent many undergraduate days walking past Pauley Pavilion. I also used to work the concessions for ASUCLA during basketball games. My graduation ceremony, from the Psychology department, was here. My grandma actually got to attend and see one of her eldest grandchildren graduate from a 4 year university. So yeah, Pauley Pavilion brings back memories. My most recent visit, post-renovations from that 20-million gallon water main leak that flooded the arena in 2014, I was impressed. The new screens and LCD ads are bright! The seats are comfortable. The memorabilia displays are amazing. I loved being there. We attended the UCLA-Arizona St. game where the Bruins were victorious. The entire arena erupted in an 8-clap when the final buzzer sounded. There is something to be said about watching a game live with some of the biggest UCLA fans on the planet. During the break at the half, I went to buy some iced coffee. I ordered a caramel iced latte and was impressed that they used real espresso and not some mix. But again, I should know this since I used to work at the coffeehouse on campus. Back then, the only drinks we sold at concessions were soda, black coffee, premixed iced drinks and water at concessions, but now they have the fancy machines. I'm really happy that the renovations happened quickly and were beautifully done. Go Bruins! read more
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We took our two young boys to a game last night and wow, what an experience! We've never been to a basketball game before and I'm glad we spent our first time at Pauley Pavilion! It's so nice inside, super clean and a good size. We had so much fun! Game time was at 8 and they don't open the gates until an hour before start time. We got there around 630 and had to wait until 7. No big deal! Getting in was a breeze but make sure if you're taking a bag, it has to be clear! I luckily had one laying around the house. Once we were in, we got to explore! We walked around the whole place and it's super nice! Lots of choices to eat from including California Pizza Kitchen and Chick Fil A! They also have their own concession stands with popcorn, nachos, candy, drinks etc. They also had food trucks outside! Not sure if they do it every game but it was pretty cool. Got to our seats and they were great. Especially since they were only $15! We sat in section 211C. I have to say, it doesn't seem like there's a bad seat anywhere! And it's pretty cheap! Overall it was a great time. I already want to go back lol. We also won a free Chick Fil A sandwich so that was an awesome way to end our night! GO BRUINS! read more
7 years ago
This place is a great arena!! Very clean and modern and huge!! I used to watch some ucla basketball games here and now was watching my son for his graduation walk. read more
**Yelp 100 Challenge 2017 Review 4/100** Love the new Pauley! Definitely happy to see the very expensive facelift a few years back made a huge difference. Have been to a couple UCLA Men's Basketball games this season and on both occasions have been fairly impressed with this place. They now have food trucks parked on the South Side of the pavilion, in addition to the souped-up concessions (Jersey mike's and CPK). The seating it self is great; even with a super full section, you can still see and move around fairly comfortably. Even the "nosebleed" seats have a fairly good view, although it's super dark up there - I wish they had put in a few lights so you don't feel like you're on another planet. Parking as always is a pain in the butt - $12 for the evening in Lot 7 or Lot 4 if you don't have a pass. read more
Checked out the revitalized Pauley pavilion and was really impressed how it had been redone. The original Pauley was built in the late 60s during ucla's glory when college legends like Lew Alcindor, Sidney Wicks and Bill Walton ruled the basketball landscape. Back then the facility was fine but as people's needs change as well as technology and such, the building had become antiquated by current arena standards. Now finally re-vitalized, the arena has once again become the cream of the crop without having to build somewhere else. Flat Screen TVs installed everywhere, history of UCLA basketball and other sports such as volleyball are shown on murals and memorabilia throughout the arena. Subway and different food vendors are now featured. Seats are no longer metallic but cushioned and soft for your butt to enjoy. Extremely large scoreboard has also been put in place! Cant wait to see a game here and now there is a statue outside honoring the Wizard of Westwood! And if you dont know who that is, dont come here! read more
Having watched games in the old Pauley Pavilion when I was in college, I was honored to be able to watch the 1st game in the new Pauley Pavilion. They did a good job upgrading this facility. The seats are spacious, comfortable, and modern. The main areas around the arena are full of memorabilia and shrines to the legends that played within the confines of this place. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pauley-pavilion-los-angeles?select=vkpL61eBdWapJh8Y7JIjrw#vkpL61eBdWapJh8Y7JIjrw Too bad UCLA lost their 1st game in their new building, but it didn't take too much away from the experience. Overall, it's a great place to watch a college basketball game. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pauley-pavilion-los-angeles?select=cn0-FfIfghxyOOtw3ZC5ig#cn0-FfIfghxyOOtw3ZC5ig http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pauley-pavilion-los-angeles?select=AQ9NuJclLSwj906xAEe9JA#AQ9NuJclLSwj906xAEe9JA http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/pauley-pavilion-los-angeles?select=F0O-Rj2J0BG6GTvgd58VVw#F0O-Rj2J0BG6GTvgd58VVw Return Factor - 100% read more
I have not been to Pauley Pavilion since the renovations. They did a fantastic job. From the history of UCLA in the concourse, to new food court and the new scoreboard. They tool an out dated arena and turned it into a modern show place. Legroom seems more then the old Pauley and the seats were very comfordable. Now all UCLA has to do is add a new banner to the rafters. I can't wait to go back and see the Bruins play again. read more
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