2026-27 App State Men’s and Women’s Basketball Fan Guide

App State Athletics is excited to welcome fans and visitors to the Holmes Convocation Center this season. In preparation for each event, App State wanted to assist you with helpful information for game day.
 
As always, arrive early, stay late, be respectful and BE LOUD. 
 
Holmes Center Map

 
Accessibility

• For information on parking, please contact the Yosef Club at 828-262-7999.
• For seating for guests with disabilities, please contact the App State ticket office at 828-262-7733 during regular business hours.

Address

• The Holmes Convocation Center’s physical address is 111 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608

Schedule

• The complete 2026-27 men’s basketball schedule and complete 2026-27 women’s basketball schedule are available on appstatesports.com. Game times are subject to change. 

AppState Alert

• Fans can stay in the know by signing up for event alerts via text message by texting appstatealert to 67283.
• More information on how to sign up 

Text Message Alerts

• Stay in the know about App State men’s and women’s basketball game days by signing up to receive text alerts for special ticket offers, game day reminders and more via our partner, Vozzi.

Entry

• Fans can use exterior stairwells and ramps to enter the arena through four different locations at the Holmes Center. Patrons will walk through a weapon detection system at all four entrances. Items do not have to be removed from your pockets. See the “Clear Bag Policy” subhead below for more details.
• Entrances are listed below:
  • Northwest entrance (Can purchase tickets at this entrance)
  • Southwest Entrance (handicap accessible // Can purchase tickets at this entrance)
  • Southeast entrance
  • Northeast entrance

Concessions

• Concession stands are located on the concourse of the Holmes Center.

Beer

• Beer stands will be located throughout the concourse for fans at every home game.

Yosef’s Tavern

• The official App State beer stand, Yosef’s Tavern, will be open at all men’s home games. It is located at Section 1, with satellite stands at Sections 3 and 11.

Doors Open

• Subject to change, the doors to the Holmes Center will open 90 minutes before tipoff for each men’s and women’s basketball game. 

Entry/Re-Entry

• Fans who exit the Holmes Center during the game may not re-enter the arena.

Mobile App

• Download the App State Athletics mobile app on iOS or Android to get the latest updates and promotions for App State game days and sports teams. Enable push notifications to stay up-to-date with all your favorite App State teams and alerts.

Junior Mountaineer Kids Club

• Mountaineer fans 8th grade and younger can join the Junior Mountaineer Kids Club to receive exclusive JMKC gear and experiences at App State Athletics events.
• JMKC members also receive free admission to all App State men’s and women’s basketball games 

Media Entrance and Policies

• Game entrance for media will be through the loading dock on the south end of the arena on Faculty Street.
• Credential requests are being accepted for each home men’s and women’s basketball games. There are separate media credential request forms for men’s basketball and women’s basketball.
• Contact App State Strategic Communications staff members Bret Strelow (strelowb@appstate.edu) with men's basketball or Layne McNary (mcnarylc@appstate.edu) with women's basketball to find out more media information and policies.

Merchandise

• Merchandise stands are located around the concourse where fans can purchase App State-branded gear. 

Mobile Tickets

• Fans are encouraged to download their tickets to the game through the App State Athletics mobile app before arriving to the game. Follow these instructions on how to download your tickets through the app. 

 Parking

• Within 0.4 miles of the Holmes Convocation Center, there are roughly 1,500 FREE parking spaces that will be available for game day use. Those lots include Hill Street, Rivers Street Parking Deck, University Drive, Peacock, Legends and Duncan. 
• In addition to the lots listed above, season-long parking passes will be available for purchase in the Holmes Deck for $125 to season ticket holders
  • Parking passes will be valid for both men’s and women’s games.
  • Single-game parking passes to the Holmes Deck can also be purchased for $15 for the men's games and $10 for the women's games, while supplies last.
• If you’re interested in a Yosef Club parking spot at the Holmes Deck, email mountaineersathleticfund@appstate.edu or call 828-262-7999. 

Clear Bag Policy

• The Holmes Convocation Center employs a clear bag policy intended to enhance patron safety and expedite arena entry by reducing the time needed to search bags at the gates.
• Approved bags include:
  • Clear, plastic bags that do not exceed 12”X6”X12”
  • Small clutch purses (with or without straps) that are no larger than 4.5”x6.5”
  • One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags
  • Clear diaper bags
  • Individual seat cushions that do not include arms or pockets
• Exceptions will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection by the Holmes Center staff. 

Outside Food or Beverage

• In accordance with the laws of North Carolina, it is against the law to bring any outside food or beverage into the arena.

Prohibited Items

• The following items are prohibited in the Holmes Convocation Center:
  • Handbags and/or backpacks
  • Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs
  • Any type of outside food or beverage
  • Air horn or artificial noisemakers
  • Beach balls and other inflatables
  • Laser pointers or laser products of any kind
  • Sticks and/or poles
  • Fireworks or confetti
  • Skateboards, bicycles or roller blades
  • Weapons and contraband items of any type
  • Tasers
  • Any other items determined to be unacceptable by the Holmes Convocation Center Staff

Yosef Club

• The Yosef Club has been in existence for over 50 years; the primary purpose will always be to provide scholarships for App State student-athletes. The Yosef Club also covers additional expenses that enhance and provide opportunities and world-class experiences.
• For more information and to donate to the Yosef Club, visit the Mountaineers Athletic Fund website.