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To see a South Carolina Gamecocks men's basketball game, go to Colonial Life Arena in Columbia. 2026-27 men's basketball: exhibition at home October 25, 2026; regular-season home opener November 3, 2026 vs Stetson; last regular-season home game March 2, 2027 vs Florida. Tickets are sold through the official ticket page; parking, bag rules and gate times below come from the team’s and venue’s own pages.
At A Glance
| Team | South Carolina Gamecocks (NCAA / SEC) |
|---|---|
| Sport | Men's basketball |
| Home venue | Colonial Life Arena, 801 Lincoln Street |
| Season | 2026-27 men's basketball: exhibition at home October 25, 2026; regular-season home opener November 3, 2026 vs Stetson; last regular-season home game March 2, 2027 vs Florida. |
| Tickets | Official ticket page |
| Official site | gamecocksonline.com |
Upcoming Home Dates On Our Calendar
These are the South Carolina Gamecocks home dates we have checked on the official schedule; it is not the full schedule. See the official schedule for every game.
| Event | When | Where | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Stetson (home opener) | Tue, Nov 3 (Tipoff 7:00 PM (Tuesday)) | Columbia · Midlands | See event site |
| Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Southeast Missouri State | Sun, Nov 8 (Tipoff 1:00 PM (Sunday)) | Columbia · Midlands | See event site |
| Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Clemson | Tue, Dec 15 (Tipoff 9:00 PM (Tuesday)) | Columbia · Midlands | See event site |
| Gamecocks men's basketball vs. South Carolina State | Tue, Dec 29 (4:00 PM) | Columbia · Midlands | See event site |
| Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Arkansas (SEC) | Wed, Jan 6 (9:00 PM) | Columbia · Midlands | See event site |
| Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Texas A&M (SEC) | Sat, Jan 9 (3:30 PM) | Columbia · Midlands | See event site |
Add to your calendar: Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Stetson (home opener) (Nov 3); Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Southeast Missouri State (Nov 8); Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Clemson (Dec 15); Gamecocks men's basketball vs. South Carolina State (Dec 29); Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Arkansas (SEC) (Jan 6); Gamecocks men's basketball vs. Texas A&M (SEC) (Jan 9). Times and tickets are on each organizer’s page.
Parking
Parking lots open 2 hours before tipoff. Lots A and B are mostly for Gamecock Club hang-tag holders; some public parking in Lot B and the Discovery Garage is $20 per vehicle on game days. Convention Center and City Garage lots are available for some games at rates set by the owners. Source: official page.
Bag Policy
Each ticketed guest can carry one large clear bag, either a one-gallon clear freezer bag or a clear bag no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches, plus a small clutch purse no larger than 4.5 x 6.5 inches carried outside the clear bag. Source: official page.
Kids And Tickets
Every person except children two and under must have a ticket. Source: official page.
When Gates Open
All entry gates open 1 hour before tipoff. Fans are encouraged to arrive at least one hour before tipoff. Source: official page.
Not confirmed: the official pages we read did not state single-game prices for South Carolina Gamecocks. Check the team’s site before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do the South Carolina Gamecocks play?
Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina.
What can I bring into Colonial Life Arena?
Each ticketed guest can carry one large clear bag, either a one-gallon clear freezer bag or a clear bag no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches, plus a small clutch purse no larger than 4.5 x 6.5 inches carried outside the clear bag.
How do I get tickets?
Through the team’s official ticket page. Buying from the official seller avoids resale mark-ups and fake tickets.
Keep Planning
- South Carolina concerts and sports
- Midlands events
- Colonial Life Arena venue guide
- This weekend in South Carolina
Sources
Read on October 26, 2026. Policies change, so check the official pages on game day.
Cite this page: It's South Carolina, “How to See a Gamecocks Men’s Basketball Game”, itssouthcarolina.com/how-to-see-a-south-carolina-gamecocks-mens-basketball-game/ (updated ). By the It's South Carolina editorial team. Free to quote with attribution and a link to this page; data and tables are licensed CC BY 4.0.