What it's known for
Ball Arena opened in 1999 as the Pepsi Center. The Avalanche won the Stanley Cup in 2022 and the Nuggets won their first NBA championship in 2023, so the building has celebrated a lot recently.
The arena is also home to the Colorado Mammoth lacrosse team, and it sits near the South Platte River and Elitch Gardens amusement park.
Getting there
Light rail stops right by the arena, and it’s a walk from Union Station and LoDo. There are large parking lots around the building.
Tips for your visit
- Remember Denver’s altitude: drink water and take the stairs slowly.
- Coors Field and Empower Field are both nearby if you’re collecting venues.
- Weeknight games are often easier to get tickets for than weekend games.
Keep the stub
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Details last reviewed November 2026. Arena names, bag policies and transit change, so check the teams’ official sites before you go. momnts isn't affiliated with the NBA, the NHL or any team.