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Next Kentucky Wildcats Basketball dateTexas Tech Red Raiders at Kentucky Wildcats Basketball – ExhibitionFri, Oct 23, 2026 · Lexington
- When
- Friday, October 16, 2026 · 7:00 pm
- Venue
- Rupp Arena, Lexington, Kentucky
- Capacity
- 20,545
- Home team
- Arkansas Little Rock Trojans Basketball
Cheapest ticket price history
Cheapest ticket now: $14.40. Down 82% since Jul 22, when it was $78.00.
Lowest $8.40 on Oct 9 · Highest $78.00 on Jul 22 · 59 price checks since Jul 22. Dashed: no price checks between Sep 4 and Oct 1.
Getting there
Around Rupp Arena:
- No train, subway or light-rail station within 1 mile — most people drive, take a rideshare or a bus.
- 19 bus stops within 0.3 miles
- 169 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles, at least 1,711 spaces
- Hotels nearby: Hyatt Regency Lexington (400 ft), Hilton Lexington/Downtown (750 ft), Bourbon Hous (0.3 mi)
- Closest airports: Louisville Muhammad Ali International (SDF) 67.5 mi · Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (CVG) 69.6 mi
- 20 places to eat within 0.3 miles · Hotels, food and bars near Rupp Arena
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Directions in Google Maps · View on OpenStreetMap
Straight-line distances from the venue. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Good to know
Is Rupp Arena indoors?
Yes. Rupp Arena is an indoor venue, so the weather only matters for getting there and back.
How do I get to Rupp Arena by public transit?
There is no train, subway or light-rail station within 1 mile of Rupp Arena, but there are 19 bus stops within 0.3 miles.
What is the closest airport to Rupp Arena?
The closest airport with scheduled flights is Louisville Muhammad Ali International (SDF), 50 ft away in a straight line. Also near: Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (CVG), 69.6 mi.
Is there parking near Rupp Arena?
Yes. OpenStreetMap shows 169 public parking lots and garages within 0.6 miles, with at least 1,711 mapped spaces. Event-day prices are usually higher, and many lots can be booked ahead.