Ball Arena

Capacity: 21,000

Events: NBA games, NHL games, Pro Wrestling, Concerts, Comedians, Special Events

Home Teams: Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche, Colorado Mammoth

About Ball Arena

The Ball Arena, which used to be known as the Pepsi Center, is an indoor arena that is home to the NBA team, the Denver Nuggets, and the NHL team, the Colorado Avalanche. This Denver arena also houses the Colorado Mammoth team of the National Lacrosse League. The groundbreaking took place in 1997 and the venue was completed in 1999. The atrium holds a sculpture of basketball and hockey players in action poses. In addition to sports for home teams, the arena also hosts professional wrestling shows, concerts, comedians, and a variety of other events.

Ball Arena Rules

Ball Arena wants to ensure safety while providing world-class entertainment. Here are some of the rules to follow when attending an event:

• Cameras are welcome, but no professional equipment is allowed

• Shirts are required and guests with offensive clothing or body art can be denied entry

• You must sit in the seat you are assigned, as read on your ticket

• No smoking is allowed in the arena

• Touchless tickets are available to download onto your phone, as are parking passes

• No re-entry is allowed without a second ticket

• If events are rescheduled, no refunds are issued. If they are cancelled, you may exchange tickets for tickets for other events.

Check for additional rules and regulations on the FAQ page of the arena website.

Ball Arena Bag Policy

• Bags must be smaller than 4x6x1.5” to be permitted into the venue.

• There are no bag check stations for larger bags. They will be turned away and must be returned to a vehicle.

• All bags are subject to search and x-ray screenings.

• Backpacks and large bags cannot enter the venue.

• Medical bags smaller than 14x14x6” are allowed, but must be searched before entering the venue.

Ball Arena Seating Chart

Configuration of seats may vary between events so make sure to check the arena’s event maps to confirm your seat location on the Ball Arena Seating Chart.

The arena hosts a number of different events and the seating chart varies based on those events. The most common seating charts are for these events:

• Hockey

• Basketball

• Lacross

• Concerts

There are seats in suites and theatre boxes, upper and lower levels, and there is also ADA seating available.

Ball Arena Review

A View From My Seat shows different seats for various events at the Ball Arena. Here are some seating areas and what fans and guests had to say about those sections.

• Section 302 (for a Concert)

  • Fans found this seat to be a decent view of the stage. It was situated off to the side but gave them a good vantage point on the action.

  • The speakers were very close to this section, so while fans could see, some found the section unbearably loud and wished for earplugs.

• Section 108 (for Basketball)

  • The first row of the section was close to the tunnel by the visitor’s bench. Fans found that being close to the bench gave them a cool experience.

  • The seats did not have cup holders, which some guests found a disadvantage for this section.

• Section 304 (for Hockey)

  • This center-ice view was a great place to see both goals and enjoy the action in the middle.

  • There was a railing/pole in the center of the viewpoint, which blocked part of the ice from fans who sat there.

Getting to Ball Arena

Ball Arena by Car

If you’re coming to Ball Arena from the South, Take I-25 to the North and exit onto Auraria Parkway. The arena is on the left.

If you are North of the venue, take I-25 to the South and exit on Speer Boulevard, then turn right on Chopper Circle.

Get further directions from any location here.

Ball Arena Parking

There are 10 different parking lots around the Ball Arena. The lots open 3 hours before any event starts. Some lots have credit and debit options while others only take cash so unless you know which is which, bring both. You can pay for parking ahead of time when you get your tickets if you wish to do so. That will help to guarantee you a spot in the lot of your choice.

How Much Does Ball Arena Parking Cost?

Each parking lot costs a different amount, as follows:

• Toyota Camry VIP Lot: $20-35, depending on the event type

• Toyota 4Runner Lot: $20-35

• Toyota Tacoma Lot: Not available to the public

• Toyota Tundra Lot: $20-35

• Elitch Gardens Lot: $30-35, this lot is managed separately from the arena

• Toyota RAV4 Lot (Premier Parking: $25-40

• TRD-Pro Lot (Valet Parking): $40-50

Ball Arena by Public Transportation

There are plenty of Public Transportation Options to the Ball Arena:

• An RTD bus stops near the arena at Auraria Parkway and 9th Street. This bus is served by multiple routes.

• The MallRide gives free shuttles to the 16th Street Mall, which is close to the arena.

• The Light Rail runs several lines that go to the Ball Arena and Elitch Gardens area.

• If you take a Rideshare option, the drop-off and pick-up area is only along Auraria Parkway between 9 and 11 Streets. There’s also a roundabout on 9th Street, which works well for ADA Rideshares.

Hotels Near Ball Arena

• Holiday Inn Express & Suites: Denver Northwest - Broomfield

• SpringHill Suites Denver Downtown

• Hyatt Regency Denver At Colorado Convention Center

• Sonesta Denver Downtown

• Hotel Indigo Denver Downtown-Union Station, an IHG Hotel

Restaurants Near Ball Arena

• Colorado Social

• EDGE Restaurant & Bar

• The Nickel

• Former Saint Craft Kitchen and Taps

• The Corner Office Restaurant + Martini Bar

Accessibility at Ball Arena

Ball Arena wants everyone to be able to enjoy any event within the venue. That means providing accessibility options, such as the following:

• Seating

There are ADA, wheelchairs, and accessible seats on every level of the arena. Those with disabilities (and their companions) can reserve those seats in advance as they may already be filled on the day of the event.

• Parking

Accessible parking is first come, first served and anyone needed such parking needs to have a state-issued parking permit for those spots.

• Captioning

Captioning is present for all sports home games through mobile devices. There are also captioning boards throughout the arena. Captioning for comedians, concerts, and other events is available upon request, but must be requested 2 weeks ahead of time.

• Sign Language Interpreting

Contact Guest Relations (308-405-8548) two weeks ahead of your event to secure interpreting services.

• Service Animals

Service dogs, on leashes, are allowed, but must rest in the individual’s seating area and never in the aisle.

• Wheelchair Escort Services

You can get a wheelchair escort service from the curb to your seat through Guest Relations. This service does not have to be arranged in advance. Simply ask a staff member and they will bring a wheelchair to you to help deliver you to your seat.