The venue is the permanent home of THON, the world's largest student-run philanthropy, which raises millions annually for pediatric cancer research.
The arena's construction replaced the aging Rec Hall as the primary venue for Nittany Lion basketball games.
The building was named in honor of Dr. Bryce Jordan, who served as the 14th president of Penn State.
It hosted the 1999 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament first and second-round games.
The roof structure is supported by a system of steel trusses, eliminating the need for interior columns and providing unobstructed sightlines.
The Bryce Jordan Center is the primary multi-purpose indoor arena located on the campus of The Pennsylvania State University in University Park. It serves as the home court for the Penn State Nittany Lions men's and women's basketball teams. Opened in 1996, the facility features a seating capacity of approximately 15,000 for basketball games and can be reconfigured for concerts, trade shows, and commencements. The arena is notably the permanent home of the annual Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, known as THON. The structure encompasses roughly 230,000 square feet of total space. It hosts a diverse range of touring music acts, comedy shows, and university-sanctioned events throughout the academic year. The arena's floor plan allows for a variety of stage setups, including center-stage, end-stage, and theater-style arrangements.
The plaza entrance facing Curtin Road, featuring the prominent Bryce Jordan Center signage with the stadium skyline in the background.
Check the clear bag policy before arriving, as standard-sized backpacks are typically prohibited.
Download your digital tickets to your mobile wallet before reaching the venue to ensure quick entry through cellular-congested crowds.
Utilize the designated drop-off zones if arriving via rideshare, as traffic near the arena is heavily restricted during major events.
Do not attempt to park in nearby permit-only lots without a pre-purchased event parking pass, as enforcement is strict.
Events are most frequent during the academic semester (late August through early May); the venue is occasionally closed for private university events or maintenance periods.
Standard arena behavior; refrain from bringing outside food or beverages; adhere to university-wide tobacco-free policies.
