Kohl Center, Madison

Name: Kohl Center
Address: 601 W Dayton St, Madison, 53715, United States
Telephone: +1 608-262-1440

#8 among attractions in Madison

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Facts and practical information

The Kohl Center is an arena and athletic center at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, United States. The building, which opened in 1998, is the home of the university's men's basketball and ice hockey teams, and the women's basketball team. It also housed the university's women's ice hockey team through 2012, after which they moved into the adjacent LaBahn Arena. Seating capacity is variable, as the center can be rearranged to accommodate a basketball court, a hockey rink, or a concert. The maximum capacity is 17,287 in its basketball configuration, and 15,359 for ice hockey. The center has three levels, with the floor holding about 7,500 people, and the two upper balconies about 4,500 each. It is the second largest indoor venue in Wisconsin and the largest outside Milwaukee. The arena is located on the southeast corner of the UW–Madison campus, at the intersection of West Dayton and North Frances Streets. ()

Alternative names: Capacity: 17.3 thous.Coordinates: 43°4'10"N, 89°23'48"W

Address

601 W Dayton StIsthmus (State-Langdon)Madison 53715 United States

Contact

+1 608-262-1440

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Day trips

Kohl Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Memorial Union Terrace, Wisconsin Union Theater, Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, Monona Terrace.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Kohl Center open?

Kohl Center is open:

Monday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Kohl Center?

Nearby attractions include LaBahn Arena, Madison (3 min walk), Witte Residence Hall, Madison (4 min walk), University Square, Madison (6 min walk), Langdon Street Historic District, Madison (7 min walk).

How to get to Kohl Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kohl Center:

Bus

UW Campus Intercity Bus Stop (4 min walk)
N Lake & W Johnson • Lines: 15 (5 min walk)