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Ball Arena

Denver · Home of 🏒 Colorado Avalanche & 🏀 Denver Nuggets

⚡ Quick answers

Who plays at Ball Arena?
Ball Arena in Denver is home to the Colorado Avalanche (NHL) and the Denver Nuggets (NBA).
What is the closest airport to Ball Arena?
Denver (DEN) is the closest major airport, about 24 miles (39 km) from Ball Arena — roughly 34 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at Ball Arena?
Game-day parking starts around $35 USD. Skip the arena lots and take RTD light rail — the D, E, H, and W lines all serve the Ball Arena/Elitch Gardens stop directly, and buses stop at 9th & Auraria Parkway righ…
How much is a beer at Ball Arena?
A standard beer is estimated at about $10.00 USD (20 oz), 2025-26; we couldn't confirm it on a menu. A regular hot dog is about $5.00 USD (estimate). Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
How do you get to Ball Arena without a car?
RTD light rail has a station directly at Ball Arena's doorstep, served by three lines: C, E, and W. From downtown, the free 16th Street Mall shuttle bus connects to Union Station, from which a $3 single-ride light-rail fare reaches the aren…
Where are the best seats at Ball Arena?
Lower bowl (100s) for the altitude-fueled energy; 300s are high but cheap. Aim lower-center. Mountain views from the concourse.
What is the bag policy at Ball Arena?
No purses or backpacks—only clutches, wristlets and fanny packs up to 4×6×1.5 in. No outside food or drinks. Empty metal or plastic bottles up to 32 oz are allowed at Nuggets, Avalanche and Mammoth games only; no sealed or filled bottles.
Is Ball Arena wheelchair accessible?
Buy on Ticketmaster with the 'Show accessible tickets' filter, or email TicketOps-CS@TeamKSE.com well ahead to exchange seats (day-of moves aren't guaranteed). ADA parking is first-come with a permit in the Camry North, Tundra and Rav4 lots, and drop-off is in the Rideshare area of the 4Runner West lot. Use Door 1 (VIP/ADA) at the Grand Atrium or East Atrium, with elevators near each. Guest Relations gives free wheelchair escorts from the main entrances to your seat and back.
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✈️🚗 Getting to Ball Arena

Nearest major airport: Denver (DEN) — about 24 mi / 34 min away.

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🏟️ Fan guide

Best seats

Lower bowl (100s) for the altitude-fueled energy; 300s are high but cheap. Aim lower-center. Mountain views from the concourse.

Parking

Big lots (A–C) around the arena in the downtown/Auraria area; can jam after games. Light rail is easy. ($20–40 USD)

Getting there

RTD light rail to the arena station at the door; or walk ~15 min from LoDo / Union Station.

Bar scene

LoDo and the Ballpark district are a short walk — one of the best bar districts in the west, especially around Union Station and Larimer St.

Pre-game bars

  • LoDo bars (Larimer/Blake) — Dense bar district a short walk east.
  • Union Station — Great bars/restaurants in the historic depot.

Concession prices (USD, approx)

  • Standard beer (20 oz), 2025-26, estimate$10.00
  • Hot dog (estimate)$5.00
  • 💸 Deal: $5 fan-friendly value menu hot dog (2025-26)
  • Green chile$11

Prices vary by stand and size and may change.

Insider tips

  • Light rail or walk from LoDo
  • Hydrate — the altitude is real

♿ Accessibility at Ball Arena

Buy on Ticketmaster with the 'Show accessible tickets' filter, or email TicketOps-CS@TeamKSE.com well ahead to exchange seats (day-of moves aren't guaranteed). ADA parking is first-come with a permit in the Camry North, Tundra and Rav4 lots, and drop-off is in the Rideshare area of the 4Runner West lot. Use Door 1 (VIP/ADA) at the Grand Atrium or East Atrium, with elevators near each. Guest Relations gives free wheelchair escorts from the main entrances to your seat and back.

Sensory-friendly
KultureCity sensory bags (with ID) at Guest Relations kiosks, plus Sensory Nooks in the elevator lobbies at Sections 120 and 340.
Hearing
Free assistive listening devices at the Grand Atrium Guest Relations kiosk (ID held). Open caption boards below Sections 210, 222, 240 and 252 at Nuggets, Avalanche and Mammoth games, and captions on your phone at vzp.cloud/ball; for concerts, request 2 weeks ahead.
ASL interpreters
Request from Guest Relations at least 2 weeks ahead (303-405-8548 or guestrelations@teamkse.com) with proof of purchase and seats.
Service animals
Leashed service animals resting in your seating area. Visit the Grand Atrium for relief-area and re-entry directions.
📞 303-405-8548Official accessibility guide ↗

🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy

Bags
No purses or backpacks—only clutches, wristlets and fanny packs up to 4×6×1.5 in.
Bag check
Binbox lockers near the Grand Atrium plaza, from $15 per bag (cashless).
Outside food
No outside food or drinks.
Water bottles
Empty metal or plastic bottles up to 32 oz are allowed at Nuggets, Avalanche and Mammoth games only; no sealed or filled bottles.
Re-entry
No re-entry.

Not allowed & exceptions

  • Medical and diaper bags up to 14×14×6 in. allowed
  • Large or pointed umbrellas
  • Booster seats and metal-frame stadium seats
  • Heated or battery-powered clothing
  • Large strollers (check at Guest Relations)

From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗

🧳 Visiting Ball Arena as an away fan

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🎟️ Tickets & more

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