United Center guide: schedule, start times, food, parking and bag policy

United Center holds up to 20,917 fans and is home to Chicago Bulls (NBA) and Chicago Blackhawks (NHL). This page lists every remaining home game with its start time, and the arena's doors, food, parking and bag rules.

When are the remaining home games?

74 home games left, starting Sun Oct 25, 2026. Times are local (Central).

When do the doors open at United Center?

Doors for Chicago Bulls and Chicago Blackhawks games open 90 minutes prior to the event start time. (source)

Before you go

• Bags: Guests are able to enter the arena with a small purse or personal bag up to 10 in x 6 in x 2 in. No backpacks or other bags are allowed. Exceptions for guests with required medical equipment will be provided; medical bags over the size limit must be at least two thirds filled with medical supplies and are subject to search. Locker rentals and bag check services are provided by Binbox, located in the Uber Zone near the corner of Madison Street and Wood Street. Binbox lockers are the only approved storage option for bags both inside and outside the United Center. Bag policy.
• Payment: The United Center is a fully cashless arena. Cash is not accepted for food, beverage, or merchandise purchases. Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and credit or debit cards are accepted.
• Getting there: There are multiple CTA bus and 'L' train stops within walking distance of the United Center, including the Green Line and Pink Line at Ashland, the Green Line at Damen, and the Blue Line at Illinois Medical District. CTA buses #9 Ashland, #19 United Center Express, #20 Madison, #50 Damen and #126 Jackson serve the arena. Parking and transit.
• Food: Outside food or beverages are not permitted inside the arena. The United Center offers gluten-free, kosher, vegetarian and vegan menu items inside.

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