Tucson Roadrunners road trip guide
Everything you need to catch the Tucson Roadrunners at Tucson Convention Center Arena in Tucson — arena guide, tickets, getting there and where to watch.
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✈️🚗 Getting to Tucson Convention Center Arena
Nearest major airport is Tucson (TUS) — about 9 mi / 13 min from the arena.
🧭 Planning your trip — quick answers
Where do the Tucson Roadrunners play?
The Tucson Roadrunners play home games at Tucson Convention Center Arena in Tucson.
What airport do you fly into for a Tucson Roadrunners game?
Tucson (TUS) is the closest major airport, about 9 miles (14 km) from Tucson Convention Center Arena — roughly 13 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at Tucson Convention Center Arena?
Game-day parking starts around $12–15 USD. Downtown meters ($1/hour) are only enforced Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm, so evening and weekend street parking is free.
How do you get to Tucson Convention Center Arena without a car?
The Sun Link streetcar stops a few blocks from the arena.
How much is a beer at Tucson Convention Center Arena?
At Tucson Convention Center Arena, Beer is about $12–15 (USD, approximate).
Prices and logistics are approximate and change — details in the arena-prices table and the arena guide below.
🏟️ Tucson Convention Center Arena fan guide
Best seats
Sections 203 and 205 face the penalty box, and 221 and 223 look toward the benches. Skip rows A and B, which sit too close to the glass to follow play comfortably.
Parking
The arena has on-site lots run by Premium Parking (scan the QR code or use the app; card only, no cash). Lot A Garage (260 S. Church Ave.) is closest to the arena. Downtown garages open 24/7 include La Placita (211 S. Church Ave.) and Centro (345 E. Congress St.). Don't park in the neighborhoods south of Cushing St. ($12–15)
Getting there
The Tucson Convention Center is downtown on Church Ave. between Broadway Blvd. and Cushing St. The Sun Link streetcar stops a few blocks away.
Bar scene
Downtown Tucson's craft breweries are close by. Crooked Tooth, Pueblo Vida Brewing and Iron John's are popular pregame stops.
Pre-game bars
- Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Downtown craft brewery
- Crooked Tooth Brewing — Craft brewery near downtown
- Iron John's Brewing — Local craft brewery
Concession prices (USD, approx)
- Beer$12–15
- Soda (Pepsi)$6–7
- Street tacos (3)$12
Insider tips
- Clear bags up to 14"x16" or a clutch up to 8"x5". Tucson Arena clear bags sell at the box office for $10.
- No insulated bottles (Hydro Flask, Stanley, etc.) and no outside food or drink.
- No re-entry, and strollers must be checked at Guest Services.
- Parking booths are card-only (no cash) as of 2025.
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📺 Where to watch the Roadrunners
National (US): AHLTV on FloHockey · Local TV / team radio. Full TV guide →
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Also in Tucson: Arizona Wildcats
Nearest big-league teams (great to pair up)
Also nearby: pro, minor & junior
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