The Bryce Jordan Center is conveniently located on the campus of the Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pennsylvania only a short distance from many major cities. 

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Driving Directions

From The Northeast

Travel I-80 West toward State College, PA. Take exit 161 (for U.S. 220 S/PA-26 toward Bellefonte/Interstate 99 S) Follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College exit 74 toward Penn State University. Slight right toward E. Park Avenue. Keep left to continue toward E Park Avenue.  Continue on Park Avenue to University Drive. Turn left on University Drive.  The Bryce Jordan Center will be on your left at the corner of University Drive and Curtin Road.

From The Southeast

Travel West on the Pennsylvania Turnpike toward Harrisburg.  Leave the Turnpike at exit 247 (Harrisburg East), and follow I-283 to I-83 and proceed North on I-83 to the I-81 interchange. Follow I-81 W to Route 322/22 W exit. Proceed West on Route 322 to State College exit 74. Take exit 74 towards Penn State University. Keep right at the fork and merge onto E. Park Avenue. Continue on Park Avenue to University Drive. Turn left on University Drive.  The Bryce Jordan Center will be on your left at the corner of University Drive and Curtin Road.

From The West

Travel Route 22 East toward Duncansville.  Follow signs for I-99/U.S. 220/Altoona/Bedford.  Keep left at the fork and merge onto I-99/U.S. 220 N.  Exit toward Penn State University/Innovation Park. Keep right at the fork and merge onto E. Park Avenue. Continue on Park Avenue to University Drive. Turn left on University Drive.  The Bryce Jordan Center will be on your left at the corner of University Drive and Curtin Road.

From The Northwest

Travel I-80 E, take exit 161 (for U.S. 220 S/PA-26 toward Bellefonte/Interstate 99 S) Follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College exit 74 toward Penn State University. Slight right toward E. Park Avenue. Keep left to continue toward E Park Avenue.  Continue on Park Avenue to University Drive. Turn left on University Drive.  The Bryce Jordan Center will be on your left at the corner of University Drive and Curtin Road.

From The South

Travel North on U.S. 220/I-99 N to State College. Exit toward Penn State University/Innovation Park. Keep right at the fork and merge onto E. Park Avenue. Continue on Park Avenue to University Drive. Turn left on University Drive.  The Bryce Jordan Center will be on your left at the corner of University Drive and Curtin Road.

BJC Parking Map

Parking for the Bryce Jordan Center is provided and managed by Penn State Transportation Services. See where you can park on your next visit by viewing our Interactive Parking Map.

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Parking Info

Parking for the Bryce Jordan Center is provided and managed by Penn State Transportation Services and requires a valid Penn State parking permit of payment of the event parking fee.  Parking for Bryce Jordan Center events is available in the following Commuter lots: Jordan East, Stadium West and Porter North. See where you can park on your next visit by viewing our Interactive Parking Map.

  • No charge for those with a valid Penn State University Park faculty/staff or student parking permit.
  • Pre-pay and save using ParkWhiz.
  • Cash payments are not accepted on event nights. Fans without a Penn State faculty/staff or student parking permit or who have not prepaid through ParkWhiz will be required to pay full price for parking through the HONK platform.

Head-in parking is required in event parking areas, and the license plate number provided with payment must match that of the vehicle parked for the event.

Email parking@psu.edu for event parking questions.

Parking Alert

Parking for Bryce Jordan Center events should be purchased exclusively through ParkWhiz.

Purchasing parking from third-party resellers may result in:

  • Significantly higher prices
  • Invalid or fraudulent permits

To ensure a smooth experience, always buy prepaid parking for Penn State events directly from ParkWhiz.

Pre-Paid Parking Through ParkWhiz

  • Prepayment must be completed by the day before the event to avoid day-of-event rates.
  • Park in the specific lot selected through ParkWhiz.
  • Show your ParkWhiz pass on your mobile device if requested. Printed passes are also accepted.

Day-Of Event Parking Via Honk

If you haven’t prepaid for parking through ParkWhiz (available through the day before the event), you must pay full price via the HONK platform using one of the following methods:

Option 1: Scan the QR Code
  • Locate signage in the lot.
  • Scan the QR code with your phone to pay.
Option 2: Text to Pay
  • Text PSUCR to 75498.
  • Tap the link in the reply to complete payment.
Option 3: Use the HONK App
  • Download the HONK parking app.
  • Enter zone number PSUCR to pay.

Important: Your vehicle’s license plate must face the drive aisle. The plate number used for payment must match the parked vehicle.

Accessible Parking

Accessible parking is available in the Commuter Lots on a first-come, first-served basis.

Requirements:

  • A valid state-issued ADA placard or license plate
  • A valid Penn State faculty/staff or student parking permit, or payment for parking (via ParkWhiz prepayment or HONK)

Non-Event Parking

Visitors may park at select lots across the University Park campus. Parking rates vary by location, time, day, or week. Higher rates may apply during special events. See lot entrance signage for visitor parking availability or the closest available visitor lot.

Real-time visitor parking capacity information is available for the East, HUB, Nittany, and West parking decks.

Pay for parking at select areas with HONK.

For more information on parking locations and rates, visit Penn State Transportation Services.

Public Transportation

Public Transportation

The Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) provides safe, reliable, and affordable transit throughout the Centre Region. Email cata@catabus.com or call (814) 238-CATA (2282) for more information.

Ridesharing

Rideshare vehicles may drop off and pick up within the Stadium West, Jordan East, and Porter North parking lots.

Bike Sharing

Spin E-bikes are located around University Park and the Borough of State College. The low-cost rentals are a convenient way to get around campus and the community, with convenient bike parking located near Bryce Jordan Center Gate A.