Rocket Arena guide: schedule, start times, parking and bag policy

Rocket Arena holds up to 19,432 fans and is home to Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA). 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?

39 home games left, starting Mon Oct 26, 2026. Times are local (Eastern).

When do the doors open at Rocket Arena?

For Cavaliers games, doors open 75 minutes before tipoff Monday through Thursday and 90 minutes before tipoff Friday through Sunday, with Atrium doors opening 90 minutes before the game on weekdays and 2 hours before on weekends. (source)

Before you go

• Bags: Backpacks of any size are not permitted. Bags and purses larger than 14" x 14" x 6", or that do not fit under a seat without blocking the aisle, are not permitted. Bags larger than 6" x 9" x 1", including diaper bags and medical bags, must go through a designated X-ray lane. Clear bags and purses are still subject to search and/or X-ray screening at entry. Bag policy.
• Payment: Cash is no longer accepted as a form of payment inside Rocket Arena. All purchases must be made with a valid debit or credit card, or mobile wallet options like Apple Pay or Google Pay. Cash can be exchanged for gift cards at five reverse ATM locations: Ticket Lab (Box Office) near the Cleveland-Cliffs entrance, the Sherwin-Williams entrance near the free-standing Cavs Shield, outside the main Team Shop on Street Level, Street Level near Portal 27, and Loudville near Portal 74.
• Getting there: RTA's Walkway connects Tower City Center and Rocket Arena, providing access for fans riding RTA's rail and bus service to Public Square. The enclosed glass and steel walkway runs from the Tower City Center food court to the Rocket Arena lobby. For Cleveland Cavaliers games, the Walkway opens four hours prior to the game and remains open for three hours after the game ends. Parking and transit.
• Food: Outside food or beverages are not permitted, with exceptions made for medical reasons, baby food, and reasonable children's snacks such as crackers, raisins and juice boxes.

Related: Rocket Arena parking and transit · Rocket Arena bag policy.