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Foster Pavilion
The Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion along with the Jay & Jenny Allison Development Center is the home for Baylor's championship-winning Men's and Women's Basketball teams, having played 35 seasons inside the historic Ferrell Center. The Pavilion is a state-of-the-art contemporary fieldhouse seating 7,000+ fans, located along the banks of the Brazos River on the west side of Interstate 35. Inside, fans are closer to the court to create a true home court advantage.
The Foster's location on the banks of the Brazos allows for the community to be a part of the building’s foundation. As a stop on the Riverwalk, the pavilion is woven into the established traditions of the Waco community. Our fans can enjoy time at local businesses before taking in a game. Just across the interstate from the Mark & Paula Hurd Welcome Center, this transformative building bolsters the Baylor campus landscape.
The benefit of the pavilion seating is a more dynamic fan experience. At a capacity of 7,000+, fans are closer to the action and make a dynamic impact on the competition. The elevation will allow fans to directly access their seat from the concourse, whether you are in premium or standard seating. Fans with premium seating will have access to the Courtside or Sideline Club. The Foster Pavilion houses an exclusive premium entrance, unique to those with premium seating. The Courtside Club is reserved for Champions Row ticket holders. The Sideline Club is located underneath the Club and Loft seats.
The concourse features new concession opportunities as well as unique vendor activations. Fans will be welcomed by an energetic atmosphere, cultivated by both the Baylor and Waco communities.
The Foster Pavilion & Development Center includes:
- A 223,547-square-foot facility
- Capacity for 7,000+ fans including standing-room-only areas for approximately 500 spectators
- Two separate premium club spaces at a combined 8,500 square feet
- Two 2,000-square-foot video end boards
- Visiting locker rooms with the flexibility to accommodate two to four teams
- The Jay & Jenny Allison Development Center for Baylor's championship women's and men's basketball teams, including:
- Private entrance and elevator, separate practice courts, dedicated locker rooms and team lounges
- Office facilities for each coach and administration
- Shared sports performance-related spaces, including strength and conditioning, athletic training/treatment, hydrotherapy, nutrition and more
- Enhancements for the arena to support additional events, such as concerts, performances and public events, including stage rigging, full catering kitchen and cooking capability, additional dressing rooms for performers and related offices
Ground was broken on the state-of-the-art Foster Pavilion on May 2, 2022, with the playing floor installed on November 6, 2023. The inaugural men's basketball game came against Cornell on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, with BU winning 98-79. The inaugural women's basketball game was played on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, against TCU, BU winning 71-50.
Foster Pavilion events website
• Nate Bargatze – September 27, 2024 – 'Celebration of Committment' private donor event
• NCAA Women's Basketball – March 2025 – First & Second Rounds
• Forrest Frank with Claire Leslie – April 22, 2025 – First public concert at Foster
The Baylor Athletics Ticket Office is located at the Ferrell Center. Office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. For ticket information, call
254-710-1000. The Ticket Center located at the Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion is located at the west entrance of the pavilion. It will open 60 minutes prior to tip-off on game day.
All tickets for this basketball season will be electronically delivered to a mobile device.
WILL CALL/PASS LIST LOCATIONS
Located at Ticket Center
TICKET RESOLUTION
Ticket Resolution is located at the Ticket Center. For lost or misplaced tickets, Baylor Athletics may re-issue ticket(s) to the original ticket purchaser on record, with photo identification.
MOBILE TICKETING INFO
All tickets for the men’s and women’s basketball seasons will be electronically delivered to a mobile device.
CLICK HERE FOR INFO
Baylor Bear Foundation members who qualify for reserved lots received information via email regarding their parking assignments.
BBF private parking is in three designated lots:
- The Foster Pavilion Garage
- From University Parks, BBF members with a pass for the Pavilion Garage will turn left on Clay.
- The River Front Garage
- From University Parks, BBF members with a pass for the River Front Garage will turn left on Webster.
- Due to ongoing construction, the River Front Garage will close one hour after the game ends.
- Robinson Tower surface parking
Bear Foundation members with questions on parking can contact the BBF via email at Bear_Foundation@Baylor.edu or by phone at 254-710-2582.
Public Parking
Those without private parking are encouraged to utilize the free parking available in one of the 10 Downtown Waco lots. Free, ADA-accessible shuttles will run from Heritage Square at the 300 block of Austin Ave. There are also approximately 1,600 public parking spaces within an estimated 20-minute walking distance to Foster Pavilion.
Student Parking
Baylor students and game day operations staff can park at the Ferrell Center, where free, ADA-accessible shuttles will pick up on the south end of the parking lot near University Parks.
Shuttle Options
Two shuttle routes will be operated in collaboration with the City of Waco:
- Downtown Heritage Square - open to all fans
- Ferrell Center - Baylor students and game day operational staff
All shuttles will start at least two hours prior to tip-off and run until at least one hour post-game. Busses will "leap-frog" one another, meaning when one arrives at the pick-up location the lead shuttle in the queue will depart. Exceptions will be made when a shuttle is full prior to another shuttle arriving, in which case it will depart immediately. This is designed for a shuttle to be present at the pick-up location as often as possible.
The start of each shuttle route will feature an identifiable pick-up and drop-off location. The drop-off and pick-up location at the Foster Pavilion will be off University Parks Drive between the Clifton Robinson Tower and Clay Ave.
Ride-Share Drop-Off
For those utilizing a ride-share service, the designated drop-off location is on Second Street between Jackson and Clay Avenues.
Foot Traffic from Campus
Fans walking from campus are encouraged to utilize University Parks Drive, where there will be a police presence.
Foster Downtown Footprint Map
Downtown Shuttle
Ferrell Shuttle
Arena Map
General Entrance: Located at the Jim Turner Family Champions Plaza
Premium Entrance: Located on the west side of Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion
Student Entrance: Located on the east side of Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion
Gates will open 60 minutes prior to tip-off for both men's and women's basketball.
ARENA MAP
ANIMALS
Policy: Service animals are welcome in Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion. All other animals will not be allowed to enter.
Reason: A service animal is trained to perform tasks for an individual with a disability.
ARTIFICIAL NOISEMAKERS
Policy: Big 12 Conference rules do not permit artificial noisemakers to be brought into or used in Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion.
Reason: The Big 12 implemented this rule in order to prevent the distraction of the participants and officials in the game.
BAGS & BACKPACKS
Policy: Must be clear plastic vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12”x 12”x 6” or a small clutch bag no larger than 4.5”x 6.5”x 3”. Prohibited bags include, but are not limited to: backpacks, briefcases, camera bags, cinch bags, computer bags, coolers, diaper bags, duffle bag, fanny packs, luggage, any other bag deemed to not meet the clear bag policy. View the clear bag policy here.
Reason: National and local security officials have designated backpacks and other bags as security risks. This policy is consistent with major sporting leagues nationwide. Unattended bags create a security threat. Bags may not be left at the gates and will be confiscated, removed and discarded immediately. Clear bag = effective and efficient screening.
BANNERS & POLES
Policy: Banners may not be hung and poles may not be brought into Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion unless approved by Baylor Athletics.
Reason: Banners or poles in Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion can be a nuisance to other fans by obstructing their view of the game, and can create safety concerns for those in the area.
CAMERAS, TRIPODS & MONOPODS:
Policy: Cameras with lenses 4” or smaller are permitted in Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Tripods, monopods & selfie sticks are not allowed into Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion.
Reason: Large lens cameras, tripods, monopods & selfie sticks interfere with the game and others’ enjoyment of the game.
COURT ACCESS:
Policy: Access to the court shall be limited to participating student-athletes, coaches, officials, support personnel and properly credentialed individuals at all times.
Reason: For the safety of participants and spectators alike, at no time before, during or after a contest shall spectators be permitted onto the court.
PROHIBITED ITEMS & BEHAVIOR
In conjunction with the Big 12 Conference and for the safety of our guests & employees, the following are prohibited:
• Animals*
• Artificial noisemakers
• Bags not meeting clear bag policy
• Banners & Signs
• Camera Lenses larger than 4”
• Fireworks
• Outside Food & Beverage
• Portable chairbacks or cushions
• Scooters, Strollers, Bicycles, Roller skates & Skateboards
• Throwing Objects
• Tobacco
• Tripods or Monopods
• Umbrellas
• Video cameras
• Weapons or Firearms
• Other items as deemed inappropriate by Event Management
*Exceptions will be made for those with service animals
RE-ENTRY TO PAUL & ALEJANDRA FOSTER PAVILION
Policy: Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion has a no re-entry policy. While exceptions will be made for medical emergency situations.
Reason: Safety. To ensure a safe and more secure environment for everyone at Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion, re-entry will not be allowed once you have left the stadium. Keeping our fans, coaches, student-athletes and officials safe and secure on game day is of the highest priority.
SMOKING & TOBACCO
Policy: Smoking (both traditional & non-traditional) and any form of tobacco will not be permitted at Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion.
Reason: Baylor University is a tobacco–free, smoke–free campus. For more information, please visit: http://www.baylor.edu/tobaccofree.
TAKING CARA BABIES – BABY BEAR LOUNGES
The Baby Bear Lounge is a newly renovated, private space where mothers can nurse or pump, and parents can spend some quiet time with their little ones. Located on the main concourse between Sections 111 & 112, the Baby Bear Lounge is equipped with comfortable seating, electrical outlets, a changing table and a TV - so you never miss a play.
Learn more about Taking Cara Babies at https://takingcarababies.com/.
TICKETS
Policy: All persons (ages 2 & up) must present a ticket for admission to Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion.
Reason: This policy is for the convenience and safety of all ticket holders. Even the smallest of Baylor fans sitting on their parents’ lap can be an inconvenience to the fan sitting in the next seat and a safety risk for the child.
VIDEO CAMERAS
Policy: Video cameras are not permitted in Paul & Alejandra Foster Pavilion.
Reason: Baylor Athletics is obligated to protect the television and digital rights granted by the Big 12 Conference to television networks and other media. By prohibiting video cameras except for use by credentialed working media, Baylor Athletics can best manage that obligation.
