Gameday Guide

Mortgage Matchup Center

Phoenix, Arizona · Phoenix Mercury · Phoenix Suns

MAX BAG
14" x 14" x 6"
TRANSIT
Rail + bus
OUTSIDE FOOD
Not allowed
RIDESHARE
Available

What size bag can I bring?

14" x 14" x 6"
MAX BAG SIZE
Fans are strongly encouraged to arrive without bags. Small clutches, crossbody bags, and clear bags are permitted. No outside food or drink.

Teams that play here

Getting in

Transit. Valley Metro Rail (light rail) serves the venue. Southbound from Metro Parkway: exit at Downtown Phoenix Hub - 1st Ave platform and walk about 0.3 mile, or transfer at the Jefferson St platform and exit at 3rd St/Jefferson. Northbound from Baseline/Central Ave: exit at Downtown Phoenix Hub - Central Ave platform and walk about 0.3 mile, or transfer and exit at 3rd St/Jefferson. Westbound from Gilbert Rd/Main St: exit at 3rd St/Washington. Eastbound: board at Jefferson St platform, exit at 3rd St/Jefferson. Bus stops and light rail stations are all on accessible routes to and from the venue.
Rideshare. Lyft drop-off locations: 1st Street/Jefferson (Mortgage Matchup Center Plaza); S 2nd Street (The Ryan); S 3rd Street (Phoenix Convention Center); E Jefferson Street (Hotel Palomar/Arrogant Butcher). Lyft pick-up: S 3rd Street & E Jefferson Street (Phoenix Convention Center).
Accessibility. Located in downtown Phoenix; light rail and bus stops are all on accessible routes. Event drop-off is on 3rd St. just south of Jefferson at the green curb; will-call/ticket-office drop-off is on 1st St. just north of Madison (no parking or leaving vehicles unattended in drop-off zones). Accessible parking spaces available first-come first-served in the Mortgage Matchup Center Garage (all floors) and Jefferson Garage (floors 1-5). Service animals welcome (emotional support/therapy/comfort animals not permitted). Certified sensory-inclusive venue (Kulture City partner) with a sensory room in the Guest Services Office in the Pavilion and checkout sensory bags. OneCourt haptic feedback devices for blind/low-vision guests, Assistive Listening Devices, ASL interpreting (request at least two weeks ahead), and captioning at all Suns and Mercury games (streamable via app or nba.com/suns/cc). Wheelchair accessible seating at all price points first-come first-served (call 602-379-7800); wheelchair escorts available from any entrance or the Guest Services Office. All restrooms on all levels are accessible, with gender-neutral/family restrooms on all levels and an adult-sized changing station in the pavilion family restroom. Questions: accessibility@suns.com or (602)379-7800.
Entry. Re-entry is not permitted for any games, concerts, or events. Mortgage Matchup Center is a fully cashless environment (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover; reverse ATMs available). Children thirty-six months of age and older require a valid ticket; children under thirty-six months may be admitted without a ticket if seated on a parent or guardian's lap (certain events may require a ticket for all ages). Smoke-free facility. All tickets are mobile only via the Ticketmaster app or the official Suns-Mercury-Arena app.

Food worth the line

Fully cashless venue with a wide range of permanent concession locations plus additional portable stands during Phoenix Suns and Mercury home games. Options include 623 Grill, 480 Grill, 520 Grill, 602 Grill, Gorilla Grill, Spinato's Pizzeria, Big Chicken (Shaquille O'Neal), Cold Beer and Cheeseburgers, Benihana, Los Soles Taqueria, Hornitos Tequila Taco Bar, Tostitos Cantina, Wetzel's Pretzels, Shazam Sweets, and numerous bars and grab-and-go stands. A $2 Value Menu (seven items for $14) is offered only at Suns and Mercury games. Mobile ordering and Grab & Go available via the official Suns-Mercury-Arena app.

Frequently asked

What size bag can I bring into Mortgage Matchup Center?

Mortgage Matchup Center requires a clear bag no larger than 14" x 14" x 6". Fans are strongly encouraged to arrive without bags. Small clutches, crossbody bags, and clear bags are permitted. Purses, medical bags, and diaper bags are allowed provided they comply with arena bag-size guidelines of 14" x 14" x 6" and are subject to additional screening. Standard backpacks are not permitted, with the exception of single-compartment drawstring bags that meet NBA and/or arena size requirements (and media backpacks screened at the media entrance). Guests without bags or with clutches smaller than 4" x 6" are encouraged to use the Evolv express entry lanes. Certain concerts and special events may operate under modified item restrictions.

Can you bring outside food into Mortgage Matchup Center?

Outside food and beverages, including coolers, bottles, and cans, are not permitted inside Mortgage Matchup Center. For Phoenix Suns and Mercury home games, each guest may bring one sealed plastic water bottle. Items necessary for the care of children, including baby bottles and formula, are permitted.

Where do you park for a Phoenix Mercury game?

Mortgage Matchup Center has on-site lots including Mortgage Matchup Center Garage, Jefferson Street Garage. Reserve a nearby spot in advance through SpotHero on this page.