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Canberra’s team. Your game day.

Join the UC Capitals at AIS Arena for world-class women’s basketball, family fun and plenty of opportunities to get involved. With an expanded Fan Zone, new experiences and more entertainment, there’s something for everyone this season.

AIS Arena

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Location: 26 Leverrier St, Bruce ACT 2617

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Before You Go — Download the Caps App

Keep the Caps in your pocket with our new Caps App, available on Apple and Android.

Find our schedule, tickets, team information and merchandise in one place, and get involved in game day:

  • Vote for songs.
  • Register your interest in on-court activations.
  • Take part in Caps trivia.
  • Vote for your Game MVP.

Download the app and set up your profile before you arrive so you’re ready to join in.

Arrive Early — Explore the Fan Zone

Make the most of game day by arriving well before tip-off and checking out our expanded Fan Zone.

This season, you can:

  • Dunk on our new slam-dunk jumping castle.
  • Grab some Caps gear at the Grab and Go merchandise stand.
  • Snap a game day selfie at our new selfie station.
  • Meet our Caps Dance Crew, delivered in partnership with Eden Dance Academy, bringing energy and welcoming fans.
  • Grab a Caps Cloud — a giant bucket of popcorn topped with blue fairy floss!
  • Pick up a bag of popcorn or fairy floss on a stick.
  • Shoot some hoops with Basketball ACT for the littlies or Next Step Basketball for the bigger kids.
  • Get your face painted for free, thanks to Gerald Slaven.
  • Visit the TOAC Cultural stand.

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‍Entering the Arena

Doors open one hour before tip-off.

  • Bag checks: All attendees are subject to a bag check when entering the AIS Visitor Centre foyer.
  • Members and general ticket holders: Enter via Door 2, accessed upstairs through the Visitor Centre. Have your ticket ready to scan.
  • VIP and corporate ticket holders: Enter via Door 1 on the ground level.
  • Assistance: Visit the Box Office in the AIS Visitor Centre foyer if you need help with tickets or accessible entry.

Get Involved During the Game

Once you’re inside the arena, the entertainment ramps up with music, crowd cams, competitions and performances from our Caps Dance Crew.

Keep an eye out for Gerald Slaven’s Grab the Wheel, giving a selected fan the chance to head courtside and spin to win!

Listen to the game day announcements and follow the prompts to find out how to participate. Activations and giveaways may vary between games.

Merchandise

Wear your Caps pride with our new-season merchandise, including the Cappie range, featuring our much-loved mascot.

Visit the merchandise stand on game day to browse the range. If you’re collecting a pre-order, please wait until you’ve received your collection email and have it ready to show our team.

Food and Drinks

Food and drinks are available to purchase inside the AIS Arena during the game.

Visit the Fan Zone to try our Caps Cloud, or grab a bag of popcorn or fairy floss on a stick to enjoy.

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Parking

Car Park 5 is located opposite AIS Arena, at the corner of Leverrier Street and Battye Street, with space for cars and buses.

Parking is currently listed at $10, payable by cash or card, with proceeds supporting Lions Clubs.

Accessible parking is available close to the AIS main entrances.

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Public Transport

Plan your trip using Transport Canberra and check current routes and timetables before travelling.

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Taxi and Rideshare

Ask your driver to drop you off at the AIS Visitor Centre entrance on Leverrier Street.

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Accessibility

AIS Arena has lift access through the Visitor Centre to arena floor and concourse seating.

Accessible bathrooms are available in the Visitor Centre and within the arena.

If you require accessible seating or assistance, contact uccaps@canberra.edu.au before game day, or speak to the Box Office team on arrival.

There is no dedicated pram parking. We encourage families to leave prams and strollers in their car where practical.

Members

For information about membership cards and packs, please check your latest member email for collection arrangements.

Our team can also assist with membership enquiries on game day.

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Conditions of Entry

All visitors must comply with AIS Arena’s Conditions of Entry and prohibited items requirements.

Please review the venue information before arriving and follow directions from venue staff.

Stay Connected

Follow the UC Capitals on social media and check the Caps App for game day updates, news and ways to get involved.

Bring your family, bring your friends and bring your voice.

Carry the Torch. Go Caps!

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