Credit Union 1 Arena guide: schedule, start times, parking and bag policy

Credit Union 1 Arena holds up to 8,000 fans and is home to UIC Flames (NCAA Division I men's basketball). This page lists every remaining home game with its start time, and the arena's doors, parking and bag rules.

Capacity	8,000
Opened	May 31, 1982
Home teams	UIC Flames (NCAA Division I men's basketball)
Address	525 South Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60607

When are the remaining home games?

17 home games left, starting Mon Nov 2, 2026. Times are local (Central).

Date	Game	Start	Competition
Mon Nov 2, 2026	UIC Flames vs St. Francis (IL) Fighting Saints	5:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Fri Nov 6, 2026	UIC Flames vs Robert Morris Colonials	7:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Mon Nov 9, 2026	UIC Flames vs UNC Greensboro Spartans	6:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Wed Nov 18, 2026	UIC Flames vs Chicago State Cougars	6:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Sun Nov 29, 2026	UIC Flames vs Canisius Golden Griffins	2:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Wed Dec 2, 2026	UIC Flames vs Valparaiso Beacons	6:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Sun Dec 6, 2026	UIC Flames vs Calumet St. Joseph Crimson Wave	2:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Tue Dec 15, 2026	UIC Flames vs Indiana State Sycamores	6:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Fri Dec 18, 2026	UIC Flames vs Charlotte 49ers	time TBA	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Tue Jan 5, 2027	UIC Flames vs Southern Illinois Salukis	6:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Tue Jan 19, 2027	UIC Flames vs Bradley Braves	6:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Sun Jan 24, 2027	UIC Flames vs Belmont Bruins	time TBA	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Sat Jan 30, 2027	UIC Flames vs Illinois State Redbirds	time TBA	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Wed Feb 3, 2027	UIC Flames vs Murray State Racers	6:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Sat Feb 13, 2027	UIC Flames vs Northern Iowa Panthers	2:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Thu Feb 18, 2027	UIC Flames vs Evansville Purple Aces	6:00 pm	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season
Sun Feb 28, 2027	UIC Flames vs Drake Bulldogs	time TBA	NCAA men's basketball, 2026-27 regular season

When do the doors open at Credit Union 1 Arena?

Doors open one hour before tip-off. (source)

Before you go

Bags: Bags no larger than 14" x 14" x 6" are permitted, hand carried or with a shoulder strap; a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag is also allowed. Prohibited bags include purses, bags or containers larger than 14" x 14" x 6", camera bags, cinch/drawstring bags, briefcases, computer bags, backpacks, coolers, luggage of any kind, and diaper bags, with an exception for medically necessary items after inspection at the entrance. Bag policy.
Food: All outside food and beverage is prohibited inside Credit Union 1 Arena.