George M. Holmes Convocation Center is an arena in Boone, in North Carolina's High Country, home of App State men's and women's basketball, volleyball, indoor track and field. Next on our calendar: App State Men's Basketball vs North Texas, November 20. Box office, parking, bag and accessibility details below were read from the venue’s own site on October 27, 2026.
- TypeArena8,325 seats
- Upcoming2live from our calendar
- WhereBooneWatauga County, High Country
- TicketsBox officeofficial seller below
Coming Up at George M. Holmes Convocation Center
| Event | When | Where | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| App State Men's Basketball vs North Texas | Fri, Nov 20 (6:30 PM) | Boone · High Country | See event page |
| App State Men's Basketball vs Dartmouth | Sun, Nov 29 (1:00 PM) | Boone · High Country | See event page |
From our checked events calendar, matched by venue name and town; times and tickets are on each organizer’s page.
Also see High Country events.
About George M. Holmes Convocation Center
App State's 8,325-seat on-campus arena at the end of Rivers Street, also used for graduations, concerts and community events.
Home of: App State men's and women's basketball, volleyball, indoor track and field
Capacity, as the venue states it: Capacity: 8,325 (opened Nov. 17, 2000)
Tickets and Box Office
- Official tickets: App State Athletics ticketing (appstatesports.evenue.net); mobile tickets via the App State Athletics app
- Box office: Tickets can be purchased at the Northwest and Southwest entrances on game days. Doors open 90 minutes before tipoff. Ticket office phone 828-262-7733; office hours not published.
- Phone: 828-262-7733
Parking
About 1,500 free spaces within 0.4 miles (Hill Street, Rivers Street Parking Deck, University Drive Peacock, Legends, Duncan). Holmes Deck single-game passes $15 men's / $10 women's; JET lot passes (outside Northwest entrance) same prices; season deck pass $125 for season ticket holders. (Prices are from the 2025-26 guide; 2026-27 prices not confirmed.) Free Holmes Deck parking for the Oct. 27, 2026 exhibition, as space allows.
Bag Policy
Clear bag policy: clear plastic bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 in, small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 in, one-gallon clear freezer bags, clear diaper bags, cushions without arms or pockets. Handbags and backpacks prohibited. Medically necessary items allowed after inspection. Weapon detection at all four entrances.
Accessibility
Southwest entrance is handicap accessible. For seating for guests with disabilities contact the App State ticket office at 828-262-7733; for parking contact the Yosef Club at 828-262-7999.
Directions and Contact
- Address: 111 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608
- Map point: 36.21071,-81.67587, from OpenStreetMap (approximate: looked up by venue name). Directions in Google Maps
- Official site: appstatesports.com/facilities/holmes-convocation-center/4
Near George M. Holmes Convocation Center
- 1Kidd Brewer StadiumStadiumunder 1 mi
- 2Tweetsie RailroadAttractionsabout 3 mi
- 3Grandfather Mountain State ParkState Parkabout 7 mi
- 4Elk Knob State ParkState Parkabout 8 mi
- 5Grandfather MountainTrailsabout 12 mi
- 6Mount Jefferson State Natural AreaState Natural Areaabout 17 mi
Straight-line distances between map points, not driving miles. Dots sit in their true compass direction; distance is stretched near the middle so close neighbors stay readable.
Going to a game? Read how to see the App State Mountaineers here: home dates, tickets and what we could confirm about parking, bags and gates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find out what is on at George M. Holmes Convocation Center?
The Upcoming list on this page shows dates from our checked North Carolina events calendar that name this venue; it updates daily. The venue’s own site (appstatesports.com) lists every show.
Where do I park for George M. Holmes Convocation Center?
About 1,500 free spaces within 0.4 miles (Hill Street, Rivers Street Parking Deck, University Drive Peacock, Legends, Duncan). Holmes Deck single-game passes $15 men's / $10 women's; JET lot passes (outside Northwest entrance) same prices; season deck pass $125 for season ticket holders. (Prices are from the 2025-26 guide; 2026-27 prices not confirmed.) Free Holmes Deck parking for the Oct. 27, 2026 exhibition, as space allows.
What bags can I bring into George M. Holmes Convocation Center?
Clear bag policy: clear plastic bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 in, small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 in, one-gallon clear freezer bags, clear diaper bags, cushions without arms or pockets. Handbags and backpacks prohibited. Medically necessary items allowed after inspection. Weapon detection at all four entrances.
What We Could Not Verify
- Bag, parking and entry details come from the 2025-26 fan guide; no 2026-27 guide was found
- ZIP: facility page says 28607, fan guide says 28608 (28608 used)
- Box office hours not published
- Event times and ticket prices are set per show; confirm on the official ticket page.
Sources
- George M. Holmes Convocation Center: official site (read 2026-10-27)
- George M. Holmes Convocation Center: box office (read 2026-10-27)
- OpenStreetMap (map point)
Last checked October 27, 2026 by the It’s North Carolina editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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