Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Iowa City, IA
1 Elliott Drive 52242
VENUE GUIDE
Carver-Hawkeye Arena
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Make the event easier by staying close to Carver-Hawkeye Arena and the surrounding Iowa City area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (368 reviews)
Heartland Inn
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (1,398 reviews)
SureStay Plus by Best Western Coralville Iowa City
1.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (364 reviews)
Super 8 by Wyndham Iowa City/Coralville
1.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.5 (765 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Carver-Hawkeye Arena & the Area
Carver-Hawkeye Arena is an event venue in Iowa City, IA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Carver-Hawkeye Arena for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Wig & Pen Pizza Pub - IOWA CITY
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,726 reviews)
Vine Tavern & Eatery - Coralville
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,361 reviews)
Iowa Pho
0.4 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (228 reviews)
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
0.5 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (894 reviews)
Stella
0.5 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,293 reviews)
Jethro's BBQ
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (554 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Tailgators Sports Bar and Grill
0.9 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (668 reviews)
Coa Cantina
1.1 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (70 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
EMRB Café
0.5 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (51 reviews)
The JAVA HOUSE | Heirloom Salad Company
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (84 reviews)
Sidekick Coffee & Books
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (286 reviews)
Panera Bread
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (732 reviews)
Attractions
Stanley Museum of Art
0.9 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (106 reviews)
Old Capitol Museum
1.0 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (382 reviews)
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
1.0 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (453 reviews)
Mormon Handcart Park
1.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (53 reviews)
Central Park
1.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (74 reviews)
Antique Car Museum of Iowa
1.3 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (252 reviews)
Shopping
Old Capitol Town Center
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,074 reviews)
Pedestrian Mall
1.2 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (431 reviews)
City Center Square
1.6 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (37 reviews)
Clock Tower Plaza
2.1 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (153 reviews)
Iowa City Marketplace
2.8 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,393 reviews)
Coral Valley
2.9 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (271 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Wig & Pen Pizza Pub - IOWA CITY
0.3 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,726 reviews)
Vine Tavern & Eatery - Coralville
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,361 reviews)
Iowa Pho
0.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (228 reviews)
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
0.5 mi from the venue
Food near Carver-Hawkeye Arena for after the show or game.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (894 reviews)
Stella
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,293 reviews)
Jethro's BBQ
0.5 mi from the venue
Food near Carver-Hawkeye Arena for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (554 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Tailgators Sports Bar and Grill
0.9 mi from the venue
Drinks near Carver-Hawkeye Arena after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (668 reviews)
Coa Cantina
1.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near Carver-Hawkeye Arena after the show or game.
Today: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (70 reviews)
Getting to Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Iowa City Transit serves Iowa City, IA. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Carver-Hawkeye Arena can have event-specific garage, lot and street-parking restrictions. Prepaid parking, ADA access and garage closing times may vary. Check the venue's official event information before arrival.
TAILGATING
Not Verified
Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Carver-Hawkeye Arena have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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