The Ryan Center

All fans entering the Ryan Center must have a valid ticket to gain admission to the event. Once fans enter, they may not exit and re-enter.

All fans are encouraged to purchase and download mobile tickets to expedite the entry process. Tickets can be purchased here.  More detailed information and FAQs on Mobile ticketing can be found here.

Parking in the Plains Road lot is the open to the general public and directly across the street from the Ryan Center and its main ticketing box office. For Ryan Center concerts, comedians, or other special events, entry to the Ram lot is by paid parking pass only. This parking lot is controlled by Ryan Center personnel on event days. Patrons wishing to access this lot must purchase parking.

For more detailed parking information, please visit our Parking page.

Fans attending events at the Ryan Center will be permitted to carry one clear plastic or vinyl bag that does not exceed 12”x6”x12”, or one clear drawstring bag not to exceed 12”x12”, or one, one-gallon clear plastic or zip-lock bag. A small clutch no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” may also be carried in addition to one clear bag. Diaper bags (with child) and bags approved for medical needs will be permitted after a search by security personnel. All other bags, backpacks, totes, and coolers are strictly prohibited. An exception will be made for empty plastic water bottles, up to 32 ounces.

Doors typically open 1 hour prior to the start of each event, but may vary based on the event. Please check our Calendar of Events for event-specific information.

Ensuring the safety of our guests is always a top priority. Please be advised that for ticketed events at the Ryan Center, venue security will utilize Walk-Through Metal Detectors (Magnetometers) to search all patrons entering the facility. Customers should keep the following in mind:

• Minimize the number of personal items you bring to the venue
• Allow extra time for arriving to and entering the venue
• Guests will be asked to remove from there clothing and belongings any items that may trigger the alarm, including cell phones and keys before they pass through the metal detector (Magnetometer) units
• Bags will be searched. Please do not bring backpacks into the Ryan Center
• If the Metal Detector (Magnetometer) alarm sounds, you will be subject to a secondary screening which may slow your entry into the venue.
• The same list of venue-prohibited items will still apply
• It is at the discretion of venue management as to what events these units will be in use for.

Patrons who leave the Ryan Center during an event will not be allowed back into the building unless another ticket is purchased.

Outside food and beverage is prohibited. Please dispose of all outside food and drink before entering the Ryan Center.

Whether you or a friend or family member are experience a medical emergency, have a concern about your guest experience, or just need a helping hand, you can text “HELP” to 401-874-7267 and a member of our staff will be in contact to assist you right away.

Concessions are available throughout the Ryan Center for all events. Please visit our Concessions page for more details.

Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the Ryan Center. This includes Jules, Vape Devices, and e-cigarettes.

For more detailed information, please visit our A-Z Guide.

All fans entering Meade Stadium and the Ryan Center must have a valid ticket to gain admission to the event. Once fans enter, they may not exit and re-enter.

All fans are encouraged to purchase and download mobile tickets to expedite the entry process. Tickets can be purchased here.  More detailed information and FAQs on Mobile ticketing can be found here.

Parking

Parking for all URI Football games is available in the Plains Road Lot and the Keaney Lot. The Ram Lot and Ellery Pond lot are reserved for athletic donors and suite holders only. Single-game parking passes are not available for these areas. 

Click here to view a detailed University of Rhode Island Parking Map.

Tailgating

Tailgate spots start at $15 per car in the Plains Road Lot. Tailgating is not permitted in the Keaney Lot. It is recommended to purchase your tailgate pass in advance online or by calling 401-874-7267. For more detailed tailgating information, please visit our Football Tailgating Guide.

Fans attending events at the Ryan Center will be permitted to carry one clear plastic or vinyl bag that does not exceed 12”x6”x12”, or one clear drawstring bag not to exceed 12”x12”, or one, one-gallon clear plastic or zip-lock bag. A small clutch no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” may also be carried in addition to one clear bag. Diaper bags (with child) and bags approved for medical needs will be permitted after a search by security personnel. All other bags, backpacks, totes, and coolers are strictly prohibited. An exception will be made for empty plastic water bottles, up to 32 ounces.

Doors and gates will open 1-hour before kickoff for all URI Football games.

Ensuring the safety of our guests is always a top priority. Please be advised that for ticketed events at the Ryan Center, venue security will utilize Walk-Through Metal Detectors (Magnetometers) to search all patrons entering the facility. Customers should keep the following in mind:

• Minimize the number of personal items you bring to the venue
• Allow extra time for arriving to and entering the venue
• Guests will be asked to remove from there clothing and belongings any items that may trigger the alarm, including cell phones and keys before they pass through the metal detector (Magnetometer) units
• Bags will be searched. Please do not bring backpacks into the Ryan Center
• If the Metal Detector (Magnetometer) alarm sounds, you will be subject to a secondary screening which may slow your entry into the venue.
• The same list of venue-prohibited items will still apply
• It is at the discretion of venue management as to what events these units will be in use for.

Patrons who leave Meade Stadium and the Ryan Center during an event will not be allowed back into the building unless another ticket is purchased.

Outside food and beverage is prohibited. Please dispose of all outside food and drink before entering Meade Stadium.

Whether you or a friend or family member are experience a medical emergency, have a concern about your guest experience, or just need a helping hand, you can text “HELP” to 401-874-7267 and a member of our staff will be in contact to assist you right away.

Concessions are available throughout Meade Stadium and the Ryan Center for all URI Football games. Be sure to visit the local food trucks present at each game on the bike path behind the East Stands.

Smoking is prohibited in all areas of Meade Stadium and the Ryan Center. This includes Jules, Vape Devices, and e-cigarettes.

For more detailed information, please visit our A-Z Guide.

All fans entering the Ryan Center must have a valid ticket to gain admission to the event. Once fans enter, they may not exit and re-enter.

All fans are encouraged to purchase and download mobile tickets to expedite the entry process. Tickets can be purchased here.  More detailed information and FAQs on Mobile ticketing can be found here.

URI Men's Basketball

Parking for URI Basketball games is available for free in the Plains Road Lot. 

Passes for the Ram Lot are distributed to qualifying individuals who donate to the RAMS Fund and are members of the All-American, Keaney and Golden Ram Society Level. 

Passes for the Keaney Road Lot are distributed to qualifying individuals who donate to the RAMS Fund and are members of the Golden Ram Society level donors by priority points. 

Passes for the A Lot are distributed to qualifying individuals who donate to the RAMS Fund and are members of the Silver Ram and Athletic Director level donors.

URI Women's Basketball

Parking for all URI Women's Basketball games is available for free in the Ram Lot, Plains Road Lot, and Keaney Lot.

Click here to view a detailed University of Rhode Island Parking Map.

Fans attending events at the Ryan Center will be permitted to carry one clear plastic or vinyl bag that does not exceed 12”x6”x12”, or one clear drawstring bag not to exceed 12”x12”, or one, one-gallon clear plastic or zip-lock bag. A small clutch no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” may also be carried in addition to one clear bag. Diaper bags (with child) and bags approved for medical needs will be permitted after a search by security personnel. All other bags, backpacks, totes, and coolers are strictly prohibited. An exception will be made for empty plastic water bottles, up to 32 ounces.

URI Men's Basketball

Lobbies will open 90 minutes before all URI Men's Basketball games. Doors and gates will open 1 hour before tipoff.

URI Women's Basketball

Lobbies and doors will open 1 hour before tipoff.

Ensuring the safety of our guests is always a top priority. Please be advised that for ticketed events at the Ryan Center, venue security will utilize Walk-Through Metal Detectors (Magnetometers) to search all patrons entering the facility. Customers should keep the following in mind:

• Minimize the number of personal items you bring to the venue
• Allow extra time for arriving to and entering the venue
• Guests will be asked to remove from there clothing and belongings any items that may trigger the alarm, including cell phones and keys before they pass through the metal detector (Magnetometer) units
• Bags will be searched. Please do not bring backpacks into the Ryan Center
• If the Metal Detector (Magnetometer) alarm sounds, you will be subject to a secondary screening which may slow your entry into the venue.
• The same list of venue-prohibited items will still apply
• It is at the discretion of venue management as to what events these units will be in use for.

Patrons who leave the Ryan Center during an event will not be allowed back into the building unless another ticket is purchased.

Outside food and beverage is prohibited. Please dispose of all outside food and drink before entering the Ryan Center.

Whether you or a friend or family member are experience a medical emergency, have a concern about your guest experience, or just need a helping hand, you can text “HELP” to 401-874-7267 and a member of our staff will be in contact to assist you right away.

URI Men's Basketball

Concessions are available throughout the Ryan Center for all URI Men's Basketball Games. Please visit our Concessions page for more details.

URI Women's Basketball

Concessions for URI Women's Basketball games are available at the North Lobby Concession Stand and select other locations on a game-by-game basis. 

Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the Ryan Center. This includes Jules, Vape Devices, and e-cigarettes.

For more detailed information, please visit our A-Z Guide.