Trask Coliseum is an arena in Wilmington, in North Carolina's Coast. Next on our calendar: UNCW Seahawks men's basketball home games (Trask Coliseum), November 2. Box office, parking, bag and accessibility details below were read from the venue’s own site on October 27, 2026.
- TypeArena5,200 seats
- Upcoming2live from our calendar
- WhereWilmingtonNew Hanover County, Coast
- TicketsBox officeofficial seller below
Coming Up at Trask Coliseum
| Event | When | Where | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNCW Seahawks men's basketball home games (Trask Coliseum) | Nov 2-Mar 2, 2027 | Wilmington · Coast | See event page |
| UNCW Seahawks Live Oak Bank Holiday Classic (Trask Coliseum) | Nov 25-28 | Wilmington · Coast | 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 Coast events.
About Trask Coliseum
UNCW's on-campus basketball arena, opened in 1977, with chairback seating on both levels and a student bleacher section.
Home of: UNCW Seahawks men's and women's basketball (page also notes volleyball championships hosted in the past)
Capacity, as the venue states it: The facility seats 5,200 fans for basketball events
Tickets and Box Office
- Official tickets: UNCW Athletics ticket office (per the UNCW A-Z guide)
- Box office: UNCW Athletics ticket office inside Trask Coliseum at the northwest entrance, Monday-Friday 9 AM-5 PM, (910) 962-3002. Game-day tickets sold at Gates A1 and A4 starting 90 minutes before tip-off. (Source is the 2019 UNCW basketball A-Z guide; confirm hours.)
- Phone: 910-962-3002
Parking
General public parking in Lot K Extension, Hamilton Lot and Lot E. Tailgating allowed in Lot K, Eaton Plaza, Lot K Ext, Lot E, Lot B, Lot F and Hamilton Lot. Seahawk Club pass holders park in Eaton Plaza and Lots K/K-Ext. (From the 2019 A-Z guide; current-season lot rules not re-confirmed.)
Bag Policy
Clear bag policy for men's and women's basketball: one clear tote no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 in, one-gallon clear zip bag, or small clutch (6.5 x 4.5 in). Medical and diaper bags allowed but searched and tagged; diaper bags must be accompanied by a child. Backpacks, drawstring bags, fanny packs, camera cases not allowed. (Policy page is dated 2019-20.)
Accessibility
ADA parking in Lot K adjacent to the coliseum; use Gate A4. Accessible seating on court level in front of the East Bleachers. No elevator to the upper seating bowl. Accessible restrooms in the NW, NE and SE corners. Contact Facilities & Event Management at 910-962-3033 or gameday@uncw.edu.
Directions and Contact
- Address: 679 Wagoner Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403
- Map point: 34.22505,-77.87918, from the US Census geocoder on the official address. Directions in Google Maps
- Official site: uncwsports.com/facilities/trask-coliseum/1
Near Trask Coliseum
- 1Thalian Hall Center for the Performing ArtsTheatreabout 4 mi
- 2Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community CollegePerforming Arts Centerabout 4 mi
- 3Battleship North CarolinaAttractionsabout 4 mi
- 4Carolina Beach State ParkState Parkabout 12 mi
- 5Fort Fisher State Historic SiteMuseumsabout 18 mi
- 6North Carolina Aquarium at Fort FisherAttractionsabout 18 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 UNCW Seahawks 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 Trask Coliseum?
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 (uncwsports.com) lists every show.
Where do I park for Trask Coliseum?
General public parking in Lot K Extension, Hamilton Lot and Lot E. Tailgating allowed in Lot K, Eaton Plaza, Lot K Ext, Lot E, Lot B, Lot F and Hamilton Lot. Seahawk Club pass holders park in Eaton Plaza and Lots K/K-Ext. (From the 2019 A-Z guide; current-season lot rules not re-confirmed.)
What bags can I bring into Trask Coliseum?
Clear bag policy for men's and women's basketball: one clear tote no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 in, one-gallon clear zip bag, or small clutch (6.5 x 4.5 in). Medical and diaper bags allowed but searched and tagged; diaper bags must be accompanied by a child. Backpacks, drawstring bags, fanny packs, camera cases not allowed. (Policy page is dated 2019-20.)
What We Could Not Verify
- Box office hours, parking and accessibility text come from the 2019 UNCW A-Z guide; current-season versions not found
- Bag policy page is labeled 2019-20 and covers Trask, Brooks Field and Boseman Field
- Event times and ticket prices are set per show; confirm on the official ticket page.
Sources
- Trask Coliseum: official site (read 2026-10-27)
- Trask Coliseum: 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.
Cite this page: It's North Carolina, “Trask Coliseum”, itsnorthcarolina.com/venues/trask-coliseum/ (updated ). By the It's North Carolina editorial team. Free to quote with attribution and a link to this page; data and tables are licensed CC BY 4.0.