McDougald-McLendon Arena, located at North Carolina Central University, offers a nostalgic yet modern experience for various events. This arena hosts a range of activities from basketball games to graduation ceremonies. It features a state-of-the-art sound system and a large screen for livestreaming. While the staff are friendly and helpful, the arena has some seating and temperature control issues. The parking is convenient, with a deck situated right across the street.
The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, filled with memorabilia honoring past and present players. Despite some complaints about comfort and refreshments, many visitors have found the venue enjoyable for family and competitive events alike. Large, clean bathrooms and ample parking add to the convenience, making it a decent choice for community and university events.
Pros:
- Friendly and helpful staff
- State-of-the-art sound system
- Large screen for live streaming
- Ample parking across the street
- Clean and large bathrooms
- Nostalgic atmosphere with memorabilia
- Central stage visibility from all directions
- Welcoming environment
- Good for graduations and basketball games
- Easy to navigate
Cons:
- Uncomfortable seating with little legroom
- Temperature can get very hot
- Expensive and poor-quality refreshments
Location / Contact
- Address: 700 E Lawson St, Durham, NC 27701, United States
- Phone:+1 919-530-7057
- Website:nccueaglepride.com
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Reviews (10)
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Except the peak hours, this place remains quite free or moderately crowded.
This business has a rating of 4.5-star.
This business has 10 reviews.
The address is: 700 E Lawson St, Durham, NC 27701, United States .
The contact number is +1 919-530-7057
This service is listed under Arena .
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Vikki F
10 months ago
I went for a high school graduation. It not good seating if you're disabled and can't bend your leg. Overall lovely arena.
Lisa Raiford
11 months ago
See for yourself🌹 …
Chenelle “Nelle” McInnis, MSW MBA LCSW-A LCAS-A
1 year ago
Had fun watching the events but the seating is absolutely horrible. No rooms to stretch your legs out.
Juanita
1 year ago
Dirty and security is more strict than at a maximum jail. Water Bottle cost $5 I would never buy food or drink from here again.
KUCEMA ROZIER
1 year ago
All I ask for was a small black coffee and I got warm black water. I'm from Seattle and I drink coffee black. So trust me I know what coffee taste like and this is not the first time and it's 630am. Coffee should be hot in the morning.
J. Lee Scott (That Great Scott)
1 year ago
There for a basketball game. Was a good experience but, it was a hot box. You had to sit still just to keep from sweating from head to toe. I know there were a bunch of people but a stadium is designed to accommodate a full house and still keep temps comfortable.
Rich The King
1 year ago
Enjoyed a great game. Very welcoming environment.
Shantel Johnson
4 years ago
This gym is awesome. Hudge. Seats are comfortable. The stage is in the center where u can see from all directions. The sound system was excellent. You can find your way around very easy. The staff was on point. Helped everyone find their seats. Gave great directions. They have pictures all thru the gym of their past and present players and affiliations of everyone. I hadn't been since 2007 and the updates were excellent.
Melanie Woods
4 years ago
Attended our grand daughters graduation here. Not a huge gym. Seats were very close in rows, some kid kept kicking the back of my seat. All staff were friendly and ready to help with any questions you had. Large, clean bathrooms. Plenty of parking across the street in parking deck.
Geoffrey Hunter
7 years ago
Visited here for a graduation ceremony that was amazing. Older facility but equipped with state of the art features for the event. Plenty of seating and huge screen to stream the live event. Parking deck located across the street.