Kohl Center guide: schedule, start times, parking and bag policy

Kohl Center holds up to 17,230 fans and is home to Wisconsin Badgers (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.

When are the remaining home games?

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

When do the doors open at Kohl Center?

Doors open 90 minutes before tip-off for Wisconsin men's basketball games. (source)

Before you go

• Bags: Permitted carry-in bags are no larger than 8.5 in x 11 in, plus clear totes no larger than 12 in x 6 in x 12 in. Diaper bags are also permitted. Backpacks of any kind, and any bag larger than these sizes, are prohibited. All items and spectators are subject to search, and there is no storage available for checking prohibited items. Bag policy.
• Getting there: Metro Transit routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 27, 28, 37, 38, 48, 56, 57, 58, 70, 71, 72, 74 and 80 stop two blocks north of the Kohl Center on West Johnson Street. Routes 6, 13, 47 and 48 stop two blocks west on Park Street. Routes 5, 27 and 47 stop five blocks southeast on West Washington Avenue. Parking and transit.
• Food: Wisconsin Athletics' carry-in policy prohibits outside food or beverages anywhere in the Kohl Center.

Related: Kohl Center parking and transit · Kohl Center bag policy.