Coachella Valley Firebirds road trip guide
Everything you need to catch the Coachella Valley Firebirds at Acrisure Arena in Thousand Palms — arena guide, tickets, getting there and where to watch.
🎟️ Coachella Valley Firebirds tickets
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✈️🚗 Getting to Acrisure Arena
Nearest major airport is San Diego (SAN) — about 109 mi / 2h 36m from the arena.
🧭 Planning your trip — quick answers
Where do the Coachella Valley Firebirds play?
The Coachella Valley Firebirds play home games at Acrisure Arena in Thousand Palms.
What airport do you fly into for a Coachella Valley Firebirds game?
San Diego (SAN) is the closest major airport, about 109 miles (175 km) from Acrisure Arena — roughly 2h 36m by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at Acrisure Arena?
Over 3,000 spaces sit in lots next to the arena, first-come, first-served.
How do you get to Acrisure Arena without a car?
The arena (75702 Varner Rd.) is on the north side of I-10 between the Cook Street and Washington Street exits, near Classic Club, and about 25 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport. Lyft is the official rideshare, with pickup and drop-off on the north side by the main entrance.
Prices and logistics are approximate and change — details in the arena-prices table and the arena guide below.
🏟️ Acrisure Arena fan guide
Parking
Over 3,000 spaces sit in lots next to the arena, first-come, first-served. Pre-buy on ParkWhiz (online sales close 3 hours before the event) or pay on arrival with tap-to-pay cards or a phone wallet only. Fees vary by event. Cell service is limited in the lots, so load your pass ahead of time.
Getting there
The arena (75702 Varner Rd.) is on the north side of I-10 between the Cook Street and Washington Street exits, near Classic Club, and about 25 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport. Lyft is the official rideshare, with pickup and drop-off on the north side by the main entrance.
Bar scene
The arena is outside town, so the drinking happens inside: Modelo Cantina, the Michelob Ultra Bar, the Garrison Brothers Whiskey Bar, and local taps from Coachella Valley Brewing and La Quinta Brewing.
Insider tips
- Clear bags up to 14"x14"x6" with no more than two pockets, or a clutch up to 4.5"x6.5".
- Fully cashless, cards only.
- Doors usually open 60 minutes before puck drop for Firebirds games, with no re-entry.
- The whole campus is smoke- and vape-free, indoors and out.
- 'Pucks in Flight': wait at the top of the aisle until play stops.
📺 Where to watch the Firebirds
National (US): AHLTV on FloHockey · Local TV / team radio. Full TV guide →
🧭 Combine it into a road trip
Nearest big-league teams (great to pair up)
Also nearby: pro, minor & junior
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