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Northwestern vs. DePaul on Chicago Day: What to Know Before Tipoff
Northwestern’s Chicago Day designation frames its men’s basketball game against DePaul, but the published schedule describes one contest, not a separate event program. One practical detail needs a fresh check before you plan dinner or travel: the promotions page says 7 p.m., while the athletics schedule lists 7 or 8 p.m.
A theme, not a second itinerary
Northwestern Athletics calls the DePaul date Chicago Day. The promotions listing does not spell out any activities beyond the game, so the designation is best understood as a label for the evening rather than a promise of additional programming.
The athletics schedule lists BTN as the broadcast. For an in-person visit, the advertised program is the Northwestern Wildcats men’s basketball game against DePaul at Welsh-Ryan Arena.
Further reading: Men's Basketball Promotions - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗ · 2026-27 Men's Basketball Schedule - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗
A campus arena with access details worth reviewing
Welsh-Ryan Arena serves Northwestern men’s and women’s basketball, volleyball and wrestling, as well as university and community events. Northwestern says the facility underwent a 19-month transformation. That context makes the arena a regular campus venue, not a temporary site for a citywide Chicago Day program.
The venue information is unusually specific about its access features. Those details can help visitors assess what to ask about when arranging a game visit; the arena should confirm any event-specific arrangements.
Further reading: Welsh-Ryan Arena - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗
Check the tipoff before setting the evening
Northwestern’s promotions page gives a 7 p.m. start. Its athletics schedule lists 7 or 8 p.m., and the event listing also gives that range. The available listings do not resolve the difference or state an ending time, so verify the final tipoff with Northwestern before fixing travel or dinner plans.
Further reading: Men's Basketball Promotions - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗ · 2026-27 Men's Basketball Schedule - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗ · Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs DePaul ↗
The advertised program
The schedule lists one contest, Northwestern Wildcats men’s basketball vs. DePaul. Chicago Day is the promotional designation; the promotions listing does not describe a separate activity. BTN is listed as the broadcast.
Friday, November 13, 2026 · Welsh-Ryan Arena
- Northwestern Wildcats men's basketball vs. DePaul; designated Chicago Day
Plan your visit
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats men’s basketball vs. DePaul at Welsh-Ryan Arena, 2705 Ashland Avenue, Evanston, IL 60208.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs DePaul ↗ · Welsh-Ryan Arena - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗ · 2026-27 Men's Basketball Schedule - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗
Confirm the start time
The promotions listing says 7 p.m.; Northwestern’s athletics schedule and the event listing give 7 or 8 p.m. No ending time is stated.
Men's Basketball Promotions - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗ · 2026-27 Men's Basketball Schedule - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗ · Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs DePaul ↗
Paid admission; prices vary
Single-game tickets are listed, but the supplied event information does not give a current price or confirm availability. Ticket packs are described as discounted for people attending multiple games, and group packages as offering discounts for large groups; check the ticket listing for terms and current details.
Northwestern’s ticket portal says Student HQ is limited to undergraduates claiming available tickets for regular-season home events. It allows one ticket per account per event; tickets are subject to availability and cannot be transferred.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs DePaul ↗ · 2026-27 Men's Basketball Schedule - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗
Getting to Welsh-Ryan Arena
Destination
The game is at Welsh-Ryan Arena, 2705 Ashland Avenue, Evanston, IL 60208. Use the page’s map or directions link with your own starting point to calculate a route.
Welsh-Ryan Arena - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗ · Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs DePaul ↗
Transit and parking
The regional transportation guide says CTA Purple Line service serves Evanston and Metra’s Union Pacific North Line serves downtown Evanston. It does not identify a stop-to-arena route, so check the final leg and service for your travel time.
The supplied event and arena information does not specify game-day parking. Check current event directions and parking details before driving.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Transportation ↗ · Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs DePaul ↗ · Welsh-Ryan Arena - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗
Before you make a plan
What time does Northwestern play DePaul?
The promotions listing says 7 p.m.; the athletics schedule and event listing give 7 or 8 p.m. Confirm the final tipoff with Northwestern before making plans.
Men's Basketball Promotions - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗ · 2026-27 Men's Basketball Schedule - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗ · Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs DePaul ↗
Does Chicago Day include activities besides the game?
The promotions listing names Chicago Day but does not describe additional activities.
Men's Basketball Promotions - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗
How much are tickets?
Admission is paid and prices vary. A current price and availability are not specified in the supplied event information; check the ticket listing. Northwestern also describes ticket packs and group packages, with discounts for those options.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Northwestern University Men's Basketball vs DePaul ↗ · Account Manager | Northwestern Wildcats Men's Basketball ↗
What accessibility features does Welsh-Ryan Arena list?
The arena lists ADA seating on every level and from every vantage point, five elevators, five accessible family restrooms, guardrails along aisle centers, and wider, deeper steps with a slightly lower rise. Check with the venue about game-specific arrangements.
Welsh-Ryan Arena - Northwestern Wildcats - Official Athletics Website ↗
Location & Google Maps
Welsh-Ryan Arena
2705 Ashland Avenue, Evanston, IL 60208
Map search by venue and address. Check the organiser’s entrance details before travelling.