AVCA First Serve
Aug 22 - 24, 2025- Dates Aug 22 - 24, 2025
- Location Pinnacle Bank Arena
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Public Parking
$20 — Premium Parking Garage
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About The Event
Kick off the 2025 NCAA women’s volleyball season with three action-packed days of elite matchups at the AVCA First Serve, hosted at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska, from August 22–24, 2025.
This premiere volleyball showcase features 10 of the nation’s top Division I teams, including five 2024 NCAA Championship final-eight programs, three national semifinalists, and the defending champion Penn State Nittany Lions.
Weekend Schedule – Lincoln, NE
Session 1 – Friday, August 22, 2025
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Pittsburgh vs. Nebraska — 6PM Central Time (FOX)
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Florida vs. Stanford — 8PM Central Time (FOX)
Session 2 – Saturday, August 23, 2025
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Kansas vs. Vanderbilt — 2PM Central Time (FS1)
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Creighton vs. Penn State — 4PM Central Time (FS1)
Session 3 – Sunday, August 24, 2025
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Florida vs. Pittsburgh — 12PM Central Time (ESPN)
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Stanford vs. Nebraska — 2:30PM Central Time (ESPN)
📍 Teams and match times are subject to change.
What to Expect
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First-ever college volleyball matches at Pinnacle Bank Arena
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Vanderbilt’s program relaunch – first NCAA match since program reinstatement
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Debuts for new head coaches: Dani Busboom-Kelly (Nebraska), Ryan Theis (Florida), Matt Ulmer (Kansas)
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Electric matchups featuring historic programs and rising powerhouses in the sport
This event sets the tone for the 2025 women’s volleyball season and brings next-level action to volleyball fans across the Midwest.
AVCA First Serve Block Party
The American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA), in conjunction with Visit Lincoln, is bringing the excitement beyond the court this summer with the AVCA First Serve Block Party, a free three-day celebration in Lincoln’s Railyard outside Pinnacle Bank Arena, August 22–24, 2025. Fans can look forward to live entertainment, interactive activities, special guest appearances, and a festival-like atmosphere leading up to and during the nation’s premier collegiate volleyball showcase.
The AVCA First Serve Block Party transforms the Railyard into volleyball central with attractions for fans of all ages, including:
- Photo Trailer – Snap Instagram-worthy shots with friends and teammates.
- Human Foosball – Take part in the oversized, action-packed version of the classic game.
- Face Painting & Poster Decorating – Perfect for younger fans and team spirit displays.
- Fitness & Yoga Sessions – Hosted by Good Life Fitness for an energizing start to the day.
- Vertical Jump Test – See how high you can soar.
- Meet & Greets – With USA Volleyball, Athletes Unlimited, LOVB, and the Omaha Supernovas.
- Food Trucks – Serving up local flavors all weekend.
- Main Stage Programming – Featuring live music, DJs, contests, interviews with current and former players and coaches, volleyball trivia, and ticket giveaways.
Daily Highlights:
- Friday, Aug. 22 – Pep Rally & Red Carpet Walk at 3:45 p.m., live music from HoneyTown, and evening celebrations running until midnight.
- Saturday, Aug. 23 – Fitness Bootcamp, live music from the No•Motive, and a full afternoon of fan activities from noon to 3 p.m.
- Sunday, Aug. 24 – Yoga session, more main stage entertainment, and closing celebrations from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Volleyball fans won’t want to miss the Rally Towels Giveaway for the first 200 fans each day, and ticket giveaways at every watch party located at the stage.
For more information on AVCA First Serve and the Block Party schedule, visit avca.org or download the full AVCA Block Party Fan Guide PDF.
Event Dates
- Friday, August 22 6:00 PM Add to cal
- Fri, Aug 22 6:00 PM Add to cal
- Saturday, August 23 2:00 PM Add to cal
- Sat, Aug 23 2:00 PM Add to cal
- Sunday, August 24 12:00 PM Add to cal
- Sun, Aug 24 12:00 PM Add to cal
More Information
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Doors
Doors open 90 minutes before start of event. Lobby doors close 3 hours after Game 1 starts each day.
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If You Purchased a 3-Day Package
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ACCESSING & ADDING YOUR 3-DAY PACKAGE TICKETS TO MOBILE WALLET
- On a mobile browser, visit pbalogin.com
- Go to the top right of the web page and tap “Sign In,” then proceed to sign in with your Ticketmaster account.
- Tap "My Events," select an event session and click "View Event Details"
- Select one of your seats and tap "Add to Wallet"
- Repeat steps 1–4 for all sessions
TICKET DELIVERY FOR 3-DAY PACKAGE TICKETS
Pinnacle Bank Arena tickets purchased online through Account Manager will be mobile delivery. Your mobile phone is your ticket. Your tickets will not be available for print or emailed to you.MOBILE ENTRY IS EASY FOR 3-DAY PACKAGE TICKETS
We recommend viewing your Mobile Entry 3-Day Package tickets before arriving at your event. Through Account Manager, you are given the option to save your tickets to your mobile wallet before the event in case you lose your internet connection.HOW TO TRANSFER 3-DAY PACKAGE TICKETS
Download Detailed Directions on How To Transfer Your 3-Day Package TicketsNEED HELP WITH AN EXISTING 3-DAY PACKAGE ORDER?
Please call 402.904.5600 or email boxoffice@pinnaclebankarena.com. Or download the Step-By-Step Detailed Directions on How To Manage Your 3-Day Package Tickets with Account Manager -
HOW TO PURCHASE SINGLE-DAY TICKETS
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BUY SINGLE-DAY TICKETS AT THE FOLLOWING:
- Ticketmaster.com
- Ticketmaster App on your mobile device.
- Single-Day Tickets will be sold at the Pinnacle Bank Arena Ticket Office starting April 22
If you have further ticketing questions, please call 402.904.5600 or email boxoffice@pinnaclebankarena.com.SINGLE-DAY TICKET DELIVERY: Pinnacle Bank Arena tickets purchased online will be mobile delivery.
SINGLE-DAY MOBILE TICKETS: Your mobile phone is your ticket. Your tickets will not be available for print or emailed to you. To access your Single-Day ticket(s): Download the Ticketmaster App or visit Ticketmaster.com on your mobile phone; log in to your Ticketmaster account and locate the order with your Single-Day tickets; tap and show at the entrance into the event. Your phone will be scanned for entry, and you’re in!
VIEW STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS: HOW TO ACCESS YOUR SINGLE-DAY MOBILE TICKETS
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SINGLE-DAY MOBILE ENTRY IS EASY
We recommend viewing your Mobile Entry tickets before arriving at your event. The Ticketmaster App will save your Single-Day ticket(s) and will allow you to view them in the event, even if you lose internet access. See Example Here. If you're using the Ticketmaster mobile internet site instead of the Ticketmaster App, you will also be given the option to save your Single-Day tickets if viewed before losing internet connection.HELPFUL HINT: Prior to the public on-sale, please go NOW to Ticketmaster.com or log into the Ticketmaster App on your mobile device to create an account or refresh your existing Ticketmaster account for a quicker purchasing experience. You can also add your ticket(s) to your phone’s “wallet.” Be sure your mobile phone has a fully charged battery.
NEED HELP WITH AN EXISTING SINGLE-DAY TICKET ORDER
Need help with an existing Single-Day Ticketmaster order? Please visit help.ticketmaster.com for answers to frequently asked questions. If you require further assistance, sign in to your Ticketmaster.com account and click “contact us” to send an email to Ticketmaster.com. -
Ticket Office Hours
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The Pinnacle Bank Arena Ticket Office will open 90 minutes before doors each day.
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CASHLESS AT CONCESSION STANDS
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Effective September 1, 2021, our concession stands and bars are cashless. We accept all credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Wallet, Samsung Pay, and Downtown Lincoln Gift Cards.
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EVOLVE GATE SCREENING TECHNOLOGY
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Pinnacle Bank Arena will utilize new gate screening technology. The walk-thru frictionless technology should provide a more efficient gate screening process and enhance patron safety. The arena has secured the same gate screening technology that Nebraska Athletics introduced at Memorial Stadium before the 2024 football season.
The new gate scanners have no impact on Pinnacle Bank Arena’s Clear Bag Policy, which remains in place for all events.
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CLEAR BAG POLICY APPROVED FOR ENTRY
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- Clear tote bag no larger than 12" x 12" x 6" (one tote is allowed per ticket holder)
- One-gallon clear plastic bag
- Small purses, clutches, wallets that aren't clear and no larger than 4.5" x 6.5"
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EVENT POLICIES
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CAMERAS
Cell phone photos are permitted. No professional cameras or cameras with detachable lenses. No audio or video allowed.
SIGNS
Signs are welcome at AVCA First Serve! Please note: No sticks, poles, or handles may be attached. Security will check both sides of every sign at the entry to ensure nothing vulgar or inappropriate is displayed.NO OUTSIDE FOOD & BEVERAGE
No outside food or beverages are allowed into the venue.NO WATER BOTTLES
No water bottles are allowed into the venue.NO WEAPONS
No weapons, including pocket knives and tasers. No pepper spray/mace. These items will be confiscated and not returned.ADDITIONAL RESTRICTED ITEMS
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GUEST CODE OF CONDUCT
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The Pinnacle Bank Arena Guest Code of Conduct was developed for all guests attending events at our arena to enjoy the experience in a responsible manner. Pinnacle Bank Arena and our promoters ask the guests to assist us in creating an enjoyable and safe environment by:
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Respecting each other as well as our arena team members
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Consuming alcoholic beverages in a responsible manner
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Not displaying indecent or obscene messages on clothing
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Refraining from fighting, horseplay, excessive taunting or threatening remarks or gestures
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Not creating a disruption to the progress of the event by behavior that is unruly, disruptive, or illegal
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Do not throw any objects in the direction of the stage.
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Not accessing areas without a proper ticket, pass and/or credential or misusing tickets, passes and/or credentials
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Following instructions from arena team members regarding arena operations and emergency procedures
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Allowing each other to be free to support their team or entertainer while remaining respectful and courteous to their fellow peers, referees or opposing team fans and players
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Not using offensive language or obscene gestures, to include the use of such language or gestures concerning a person’s race, ethnicity, color, gender, religion, creed, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or national origin; or to instigate, incite or encourage a confrontation or physical assault
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SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
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For information on accessible seating and ticketing, click here to view our Accessibility page. For special accommodations, please email boxoffice@pinnaclebankarena.com.