Rip Griffin Center
Lubbock, TX
5502 26th Street 79407
VENUE GUIDE
Rip Griffin Center
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Rip Griffin Center
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Extended Stay America Select Suites- Lubbock - West
0.7 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.6 (455 reviews)
Sleep Inn & Suites Lubbock West
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.6 (531 reviews)
Comfort Suites University
0.9 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (756 reviews)
Aloft by Marriott Lubbock
1.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (307 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Rip Griffin Center & the Area
Rip Griffin Center is an event venue in Lubbock, TX. 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 Rip Griffin Center for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Arby's
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,095 reviews)
Mar y Tierra
0.5 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (532 reviews)
Dairy Queen
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Rip Griffin Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (1,084 reviews)
Tacos El Paisa Food Truck
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (172 reviews)
Lubbocks Breakfast House & Grill
0.8 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Rip Griffin Center.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (42 reviews)
Adventure Park
0.8 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,206 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Robbins Nest
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (262 reviews)
Lantern Tavern
0.9 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (366 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Starbucks Coffee Company
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (56 reviews)
Ooo La Lattes
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (430 reviews)
Starbucks
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (423 reviews)
Red Zone Cafe
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (2,229 reviews)
Dutch Bros Coffee
0.9 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (699 reviews)
McDonald's
1.0 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (1,852 reviews)
Museums
Museum at Texas Tech University
3.0 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,276 reviews)
Lubbock Lake National Historic Landmark
4.4 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (414 reviews)
Attractions
Ratliff Park
1.6 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (127 reviews)
AB Davis Park
2.1 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (340 reviews)
Dupree Park
2.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (222 reviews)
Christ The King Cathedral
2.6 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Rip Griffin Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (217 reviews)
Tech Terrace Park
2.8 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (249 reviews)
Wagner Park
3.0 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (415 reviews)
Shopping
Windmill Plaza
0.6 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Rip Griffin Center.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (24 reviews)
Security Park A & B Shopping Center
0.9 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (284 reviews)
West End Center
0.9 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (3,395 reviews)
Redbud Center
1.0 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (364 reviews)
Cactus Alley
1.3 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (280 reviews)
Woodhaven Shopping Center
1.4 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (126 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Rip Griffin Center. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Arby's
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,095 reviews)
Dairy Queen
0.6 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (1,084 reviews)
Tacos El Paisa Food Truck
0.7 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Rip Griffin Center.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (172 reviews)
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Lubbock Restaurant
0.8 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (3,211 reviews)
P.F. Chang's
0.8 mi from the venue
Food near Rip Griffin Center for after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (2,130 reviews)
Chipotle Mexican Grill
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:45 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (743 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Robbins Nest
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (262 reviews)
Lantern Tavern
0.9 mi from the venue
Drinks near Rip Griffin Center after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (366 reviews)
Getting to Rip Griffin Center
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Rip Griffin Center in Lubbock, TX. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Citibus serves Lubbock, TX. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Rip Griffin Center.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Rip Griffin Center 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
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Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Rip Griffin Center 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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