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Rupp Arena

Kentucky Wildcats · Lexington, USA

NCAA Basketball basketball arena active
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TurfNurd Score — Iconic venue
Based on capacity, historical significance and visitor interest
Team
Kentucky Wildcats
Capacity
23,000
Year Built
1976
Surface
hardwood
Indoor / Outdoor
indoor
Country

About Rupp Arena

Rupp Arena

Rupp Arena stands as the proud home of University of Kentucky basketball in downtown Lexington, where up to 20,500 passionate fans create one of college sports' most electric atmospheres. Named after the legendary coach Adolph Rupp, this multipurpose venue has been the heart of the city's Central Bank Center since 1976, drawing visitors not only for Wildcats games that consistently rank among the nation's best-attended but also for major concerts, conventions, and special events. Whether you're a basketball enthusiast eager to experience Big Blue Nation's fervor or simply looking for world-class entertainment in the Bluegrass State, this iconic arena offers an unforgettable slice of Kentucky culture.

Historic moments
1985
NCAA Final Four
23,000 attendance
Other
1992
SEC Men's Basketball Tournament Final
23,000 attendance
Other
1998
NCAA Women's Final Four
22,988 attendance
Other
2001
SEC Men's Basketball Tournament Final
23,000 attendance
Other
2019
SEC Men's Basketball Tournament Final
20,139 attendance
Other
Score breakdown: Capacity 9p · Historic events 30p · League prestige 25p