Moody Coliseum Park

SMU indoor arena hosting basketball and events

On Southern Methodist University's campus in Dallas, Moody Coliseum hosts college basketball, graduations and mid‑size concerts; visitors attend sporting events and campus performances.

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Moody Coliseum at a Glance#

Address: Southern Methodist University campus, 3401 Dyer St, Dallas, TX 75205, United States (on campus)

Website: https://smu.edu

Hours: Event-based; SMU campus access generally daily

Admission: Varies by event - typically free to campus visitors; ticketed for major sporting or concert events

About Moody Coliseum#

Moody Coliseum is an indoor arena located on the Southern Methodist University (SMU) campus in Dallas, Texas. It serves as the main venue for the university’s basketball and volleyball programs and for campus events.

The arena offers tiered seating around a central court and facilities for spectators and media; it is used for collegiate sports, concerts and university ceremonies. Typical event capacities are in the several thousands depending on configuration.

Built to serve SMU’s athletic and event needs, the coliseum has hosted university sports and a variety of campus and community events since its opening. It has undergone updates and renovations at various times to modernise facilities.

The coliseum is located on the SMU campus in the University Park/Highland Park area of Dallas, a short drive from downtown Dallas.

  • Capacity and use: Seating capacity is roughly 7,000 and it functions as the primary indoor sports and events arena on the Southern Methodist University campus in Dallas.

How to Get to Moody Coliseum#

Moody Coliseum is on the SMU campus in University Park, Dallas. From downtown Dallas, take Mockingbird Lane west toward the campus; Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Green Line stops at the nearby SMU/Mockingbird station (about a 15-20 minute walk). Parking and access are event-dependent.

Tips for Visiting Moody Coliseum#

  • Check the Southern Methodist University events calendar - most public access is tied to performances or games.
  • If attending a sporting event, arrive early to avoid rivalry traffic on Mockingbird Lane and resale queues.
  • For photography, the arena's exterior shows mid-century details that reward a close look at the concrete and glass joints.

Best Time to Visit Moody Coliseum#

Best checked by calendar: Moody Coliseum's accessibility depends on university scheduling and ticketed events.

Fall
Sep-Nov · 10-25°C
College season - home games and campus life are busiest.
Spring
Mar-May · 12-26°C
Performances and commencement-related events increase public access.

Weather & Climate near Moody Coliseum#

Climate

Moody Coliseum's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 35°C. Moderate rainfall (942 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 35 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
2°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 2° - 13° 4° 50 mm - - 4.1 m/s - -
February - 4° - 16° 10° 64 mm - - 4.2 m/s - -
March - 8° - 21° 15° 78 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -
April - 13° - 25° 19° 98 mm - - 4.6 m/s - -
May - 18° - 29° 23° 131 mm - - 4.2 m/s - -
June - 22° - 33° 27° 90 mm - - 3.9 m/s - -
July - 24° - 35° 30° 60 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
August - 23° - 35° 29° 56 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
September - 20° - 31° 25° 94 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
October - 14° - 26° 20° 100 mm - - 3.4 m/s - -
November - 8° - 19° 13° 63 mm - - 3.8 m/s - -
December - 3° - 14° 6° 58 mm - - 4.0 m/s - -

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