Viejas Arena Information

Viejas Arena, SDSU’s primary commencement venue

Viejas Arena is a state-of-the-art venue with an open air concourse perfect for greeting your new graduates.

All guests of Viejas Arena must have access to a mobile ticket for entry.

Before your visit, here are a few things you need to know about the arena.

Bag Policy

Viejas Arena is a clear bag venue. Bags must be clear plastic or clear vinyl and may not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" or a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag.

Small purses, bags, clutches, or wallets (clear or non-clear) no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" will be allowed. No backpacks allowed.

All personal items are subject to inspection prior to entry and once inside the venue.

Prohibited Items

Prohibited items for Commencement include, but are not limited to: large bags/backpacks, strollers, umbrellas, banners, flags and signs larger than 20” x 20”, balloons, weapons, alcoholic beverages, glass containers, noisemakers of any kind, non-service animals, skateboards and roller shoes.

Seating

Viejas Arena is a top-loading venue. There is no bottom- or mid-level guest entry into the arena. When guests enter the arena, they will be at the TOP of every section. Stairs with handrails are available in each section that guests can use to access their seats.

There are three types of guest seating in Viejas Arena:

Seats with Back Supports and Armrests (Rows 6-29)

Available in every section of the arena
Comfortable seating with back supports and armrests
Width of each seat may vary from 18 to 20 inches wide

Bleacher-Style Bench Seats (Rows 30-35)

Available in every section of the arena
No back supports or armrests
Width of each “seat” may vary from 18 to 20 inches wide

ADA Mobility and Wheelchair-Accessible Seating (Row 36)

Available at the TOP of every section of the arena
Stairs are NOT NEEDED to access this row
Designed for guests who use mobility devices (wheelchairs, scooters, crutches, etc.)
Ideal for guests who cannot walk up and down a lot of stairs
One companion may sit with a guest requiring accessible seating

Graduates and guests can contact the Viejas Arena Ticket Office at [email protected] with additional questions regarding arena seating, tickets and accessibility.

Parking

Commencement 2026 parking information is forthcoming. For general information on parking for commencement graduates and guests, review the Parking section of our Commencement Transportation page.

Arena A-Z

If you have any other questions about the arena policies and amenities, review the Viejas Arena A-Z Guide.