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1925 University Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Williams Arena is the home of the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers men's and women's basketball teams. The building is known affectionately as "The Barn." It is one of the oldest arenas in college basketball and one of only three to still use a raised floor.

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Lucy N.
3/5/2025

Coolest arena anywhere as far as I'm concerned. It seems like I practically grew up here as my family has had season tickets my whole life, and each game continues to be so memorable. I love the...

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Lisa S.
2/15/2023

Since it's been awhile since I wrote a review on Williams Arena, I thought I'd give an update. My most recent visit was to watch a Women's Basketball game. We sat in the first row of the upper...

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Cameron B.
4/16/2023

Love the intimacy of this arena, especially for a basketball game. The concessions and restrooms take forever though.

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Scott F.
3/21/2019

This place is a throwback from yesteryear. I saw my first game here this season as a new resident and this venue is awesome. You are right on top of the action and it has an energy that is hard...

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Kara D.
2/13/2018

Mannnn, this college arena is WAY cooler than my undergrad's little D3 "arena" (stinky gym). This venue is full of sports and lacking in alcohol, and I STILL had a 5 star experience... That says...

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