What types of events are held at Cow Palace?

Cow Palace hosts concerts, sporting events, and traveling performances like circuses. It also hosts expos and festivals, including the annual FoodieLand Food Festival.

What is the seating capacity of the Cow Palace?

Cow Palace can hold up to 16,500 people. 7 Seating capacity will vary by event, and can range from 10,300 to 16,500.

What time do doors open for events at Cow Palace?

Generally, the doors for the Cow Palace open one hour before the scheduled show time, but may vary by event.

Is Cow Palace ADA accessible?

Accessible seating is available for patrons and a companion at any event at the Cow Palace. An accessible ramp provides access to the Arena's box seats. Accessible parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please visit the venue’s accessibility page .

Does Cow Palace offer VIP or premium seating?

Yes, Cow Palace offers various types of premium seating. This includes box seats, ringside seating, private suites, and club seating. Refer to the event listings to browse available ticket options for any event.

Cow Palace

2600 Geneva Avenue, Daly City, CA, United States 94014415-404-4100Official Website

Cow Palace Information

Cow Palace is an indoor arena and event center located in Daly City, California. The historic venue was once the California State Livestock Pavilion, although it hosted a variety of events from the very start, including rodeos, concerts, and sporting events. Over the years, several sports teams, including the Golden State Warriors, have held games or even their full seasons at Cow Palace. Today, Cow Palace hosts many concerts throughout the year.

Score your Cow Palace tickets at AXS to enjoy rodeos, concerts, and more.

Next Event

Fri Nov 13, 2026 - 8:00 PM

Sammy Virji

Cow Palace, Daly City, CA, United States

THIS EVENT IS 18+ A valid, physical government-issued photo ID is required for entry where applicable and for the purchase of alcohol.

School IDs, expired IDs, photos or photocopies of IDs, and digital IDs will not be accepted for event entry or alcohol purchases.

GA FLOOR WRISTBANDS WILL BE GIVEN OUT ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS.

This event has a tiered pricing structure in the General Admission area, NO DIFFERENCE IN GA TIERS OTHER THAN PRICE.

If tickets in the accessible section are unavailable, please reach out to the venue for accommodations. Please note, orders in violation of the published ticket limit are subject to cancellation without notice. Ticket prices may fluctuate, at any time, based on demand. Please review the terms of AXS’s Purchase Agreement (axs.com/purchaseagreement) for more information.

Venue Information

Cow Palace Policies

Seeing a concert or the rodeo at this unique and historic venue is an amazing experience. Knowing the venue policies ahead of time can help you have a smoother experience.

Re-Entry & Smoking: Re-entry may not be permitted depending on the event. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not allowed.
Payment Options: Cash, credit cards, and debit cards are accepted. ATMs are located on-site.
Prohibited Items: No outside food or drinks, cameras with detachable lenses, drones, fans, laser pointers, radios, umbrellas, and chairs. Refer to the policy page for a complete list of prohibited items.
Age Restrictions: Most events are all ages. Any exceptions will be noted on the event page.

Always check the official Cow Palace’s policies before your event for the most up-to-date information, including bag policies.

Discover other Venues in the Area

The Bay Area around Cow Palace is vibrant and full of rich culture, delicious restaurants, historic architecture, and more. So it's no surprise that Cow Palace isn't the only venue in the area. Other nearby event venues include:

The Warfield: Located in the Theatre District in downtown San Francisco, The Warfield is a 2,250-seat music venue built in 1922 that once hosted entertainers like Charlie Chaplin and the Grateful Dead.²
Frost Amphitheater: This 8,000-person outdoor event amphitheater is located on the campus of Stanford University.³ It is famous as the site for the annual Frost Music Arts Festival4.
Davies Symphony Hall: This venue is the home of the San Francisco Symphony and also hosts other symphony performances and concerts.⁵

Cow Palace Parking and Directions

Cow Palace is easily accessible by car or public transportation.

Public Transportation: You can use BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) to travel to the Balboa Park Station, which is located two miles from Cow Palace. There are also several bus lines with stops at or near the Cow Palace, including the SF MUNI (Lines 8, 8BX, and 91 Owl), the SAMTRANS (Lines 24 and 29), and Caltrain (Bayshore Station).⁹

Driving: Cow Palace is located at 2600 Geneva Ave, Daly City, CA 94014. There is ample on-site parking available. You can pre-purchase a parking pass online when you purchase your event tickets, or purchase parking when you arrive.⁹

Food & Drink at Cow Palace

Cow Palace has a number of dining options located on-site, including concession stands serving casual food like pizza and burgers, as well as other options like Asian and Central American cuisine. Alcohol is available for purchase for guests aged 21+.

Cow Palace is located near the San Francisco Excelsior District and the Geneva Avenue corridor. These neighborhoods are just a short distance from the venue and have many restaurants perfect for grabbing a bite before or after an event.

About Cow Palace

Cow Palace was built in 1941 and was originally designed to host livestock and agricultural showcases.⁶ It quickly became a popular venue for all kinds of events, including sporting events, concerts, and even civil rights gatherings and political conventions.

It has hosted famous artists like Elvis Presley, the Beatles, and the Rolling Stones.⁶ Through the years, many sports teams held games or even full seasons in the venue. It was once an important venue for professional wrestling events. Circuses and other touring performances, including the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Disney on Ice, and Cirque du Soleil, also previously held annual performances in the venue.