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Sports and Athletic Venues

As an Ivy League University, Penn offers many unique and exciting opportunities for students, faculty and staff to cheer on the Quakers, participate in sporting activities and stay physically fit at state-of-the-art, world-class training centers, including the Pottruck Center, Hutchinson Gym and the Fox Fitness Center.

The Palestra

The Palestra, a legendary sports arena which opened in 1927, has hosted more games, visiting teams, and NCAA tournaments than any other college facility in the country. The Palestra seats 9,000 and has hosted fifty NCAA tournament games as part of 19 national championship competitions. Learn More....

Franklin Field

Penn's Franklin Field is the oldest, two-tiered stadium in the country and has a seating capacity of about 52,000. Franklin Field is home to the Penn Relays, the oldest organized relay competition in the United States. Every April, the Penn Relays bring together the best track and field athletes from high schools and colleges worldwide. Learn More...

Penn Ice Rink

Penn's indoor ice rink is open to the public and available for skating parties from September to March. With a large, open, central space, it is also a great choice for trade shows during the off season. Learn More...

Levy Tennis Pavilion

Features eight indoor, glare-free, Devoe-illuminated, Plex-Pave surfaced courts with seasonal air-conditioning. An attractive observation deck overlooks central courts. Showers and lockers are available. Courts are available by the hour through advanced reservations. Learn More...