Ball Arena
VerifiedStadium & Arena · Denver, CO · Denver Nuggets (NBA) / Colorado Avalanche (NHL)
Home of the Denver Nuggets and Colorado Avalanche. Also known as Nuggets arena, Avalanche arena, Pepsi Center.
Upcoming games
- Colorado Avalanche vs. St. Louis Blues — Sun, Oct 4
- Denver Nuggets vs. Utah Jazz — Sun, Oct 4
Live from ESPN — schedule can change (postponements, TV moves).
Only small clutches, wristlets, and fanny packs (4"x6"x1.5" or smaller) are allowed; purses and backpacks of any kind are not permitted.
Bag storage lockers (Binbox) are available near the Grand Atrium main entrance starting at $12/bag. No mandatory clear-bag requirement.
Exceptions: Medical and diaper bags up to 14"x14"x6"
Source: Ball Arena Bag Policy ↗Bag storage lockers (Binbox) are available near the Grand Atrium main entrance.
Strollers are discouraged but allowed if they fold to fit under a seat; larger strollers must be checked at a Guest Relations Kiosk.
Exceptions: Collapsible strollers that fit under a seat
Source: Ball Arena Arena Policies & FAQ ↗Large or golf umbrellas, and any umbrella with a pointed end, are prohibited; smaller/compact umbrellas aren't explicitly addressed.
Source: Ball Arena Prohibited Items ↗For Nuggets and Avalanche games, the public-accessible Toyota 4Runner Lot is $35, the Tundra Lot is $40, the Elitch's Lot is $35, and the premium RAV4 Lot (closest spaces) is $70; the Camry and Corolla lots are VIP/permit-only on game nights.
All lots except the Tundra Lot are credit/debit-card only; Tundra accepts cash but is $5 cheaper with a card. Guests are prompted to buy parking in advance when purchasing tickets on Ticketmaster.com. Playoff and special-event pricing can differ from regular-season rates.
Empty (no liquid/ice) metal or plastic water bottles 32oz or less are permitted for Nuggets/Avalanche/Mammoth games; sealed/full bottles are prohibited, and concerts may set their own policy.
Exceptions: Concerts/special events may set their own policy per artist/tour
Source: Ball Arena Prohibited Items ↗Outside food and beverage aren't allowed into Ball Arena.
Source: Ball Arena Food & Beverage Policies ↗Outside alcohol may not be brought in and cannot be removed from the arena; violators face ejection and a $250 citation.
Hard case containers, including coolers, are prohibited.
Source: Ball Arena Prohibited Items ↗Medical bags up to 14"x14"x6" are permitted but subject to inspection at designated entrances.
Guests may bring pumping/nursing supplies (formula, pumps, bottles, hot water); dedicated Nursing Suites are at Section 132 and Section 348.
Source: Ball Arena Arena Policies & FAQ ↗Wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and other personal mobility devices are welcomed, with dispersed accessible seating and a complimentary escort service.
Source: Ball Arena Accessibility Guide ↗Service dogs assisting guests with disabilities are welcome (must be harnessed/leashed/tethered); all other animals are prohibited.
Exceptions: Service dogs
Source: Ball Arena Arena Policies & FAQ ↗Personal point-and-shoot cameras (and iPads/GoPros for Avalanche/Nuggets/Mammoth games) are permitted; professional equipment, tripods, and selfie sticks are prohibited.
Exceptions: iPads and GoPros for Avalanche/Nuggets/Mammoth games
Source: Ball Arena Arena Policies & FAQ ↗Skateboards, roller blades, roller skates, roller shoes, and ice skates are prohibited inside the arena.
Source: Ball Arena Prohibited Items ↗Drones and other unmanned aerial devices/vehicles are prohibited.
Source: Ball Arena Prohibited Items ↗Air horns/whistles/vuvuzelas are prohibited; flags are prohibited except official team flags from Altitude Authentics, and signs cannot exceed 11"x17".
Exceptions: Team-branded flags purchased from Altitude Authentics
Source: Ball Arena Prohibited Items ↗Masks/face paint concealing the entire face are prohibited (surgical/medical masks exempt), as is clothing/costumes concealing the entire head.
Exceptions: Surgical/medical masks
Source: Ball Arena Prohibited Items ↗Any form of marijuana consumption is prohibited on Ball Arena property, despite Colorado's legal recreational status.
Source: Ball Arena Arena Policies & FAQ ↗Weapons of any kind are prohibited, including knives, pepper spray/aerosols, stun guns, concealed weapons, firearms, and ammunition.
Source: Ball Arena Prohibited Items ↗Ball Arena is a non-smoking venue; smoking or vaping of any kind is prohibited, with no indoor or outdoor smoking areas available.
Source: Ball Arena Arena Policies & FAQ ↗Ball Arena has a strict no re-entry policy; any guest who exits for any reason will not be permitted back in.
Source: Ball Arena Arena Policies & FAQ ↗Only 22 item types have been independently verified for Ball Arena so far.
Not yet verified for Ball Arena: Chairs & Blankets, Power Banks & Batteries, Other — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.
Frequently asked questions about Ball Arena
What is the bag policy and size limit at Ball Arena?
Conditional. Only small clutches, wristlets, and fanny packs (4"x6"x1.5" or smaller) are allowed; purses and backpacks of any kind are not permitted. Bag storage lockers (Binbox) are available near the Grand Atrium main entrance starting at $12/bag. No mandatory clear-bag requirement. Max size: 4"x6"x1.5" (general bags); 14"x14"x6" (medical/diaper bags). Fee: Bag storage from $12 per bag (non-refundable). Exceptions: Medical and diaper bags up to 14"x14"x6"
Are lockers or bag storage available at Ball Arena?
Allowed. Bag storage lockers (Binbox) are available near the Grand Atrium main entrance. Fee: From $12 per bag (non-refundable).
What are the parking options and cost at Ball Arena?
Allowed. For Nuggets and Avalanche games, the public-accessible Toyota 4Runner Lot is $35, the Tundra Lot is $40, the Elitch's Lot is $35, and the premium RAV4 Lot (closest spaces) is $70; the Camry and Corolla lots are VIP/permit-only on game nights. All lots except the Tundra Lot are credit/debit-card only; Tundra accepts cash but is $5 cheaper with a card. Guests are prompted to buy parking in advance when purchasing tickets on Ticketmaster.com. Playoff and special-event pricing can differ from regular-season rates. Fee: $35 (4Runner/Elitch's) / $40 (Tundra) / $70 (RAV4, premium); Camry/Corolla permit-only.
What is the water bottle policy at Ball Arena?
Conditional. Empty (no liquid/ice) metal or plastic water bottles 32oz or less are permitted for Nuggets/Avalanche/Mammoth games; sealed/full bottles are prohibited, and concerts may set their own policy. Max quantity: 32oz or less, must be empty. Exceptions: Concerts/special events may set their own policy per artist/tour
What is the outside food policy at Ball Arena?
Not Allowed. Outside food and beverage aren't allowed into Ball Arena.
Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into Ball Arena?
Conditional. Medical bags up to 14"x14"x6" are permitted but subject to inspection at designated entrances. Max size: 14"x14"x6".
Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into Ball Arena?
Not Allowed. Outside alcohol may not be brought in and cannot be removed from the arena; violators face ejection and a $250 citation. Max quantity: 2 drinks per purchase (concession alcohol only). Fee: $250 citation for violations.
Is cannabis or marijuana allowed at Ball Arena?
Not Allowed. Any form of marijuana consumption is prohibited on Ball Arena property, despite Colorado's legal recreational status.
Are coolers allowed at Ball Arena?
Not Allowed. Hard case containers, including coolers, are prohibited.
Are strollers and wagons allowed at Ball Arena?
Conditional. Strollers are discouraged but allowed if they fold to fit under a seat; larger strollers must be checked at a Guest Relations Kiosk. Exceptions: Collapsible strollers that fit under a seat
Can I bring a breast pump or nursing supplies into Ball Arena?
Allowed. Guests may bring pumping/nursing supplies (formula, pumps, bottles, hot water); dedicated Nursing Suites are at Section 132 and Section 348.
Are wheelchairs and ECVs allowed at Ball Arena?
Allowed. Wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, and other personal mobility devices are welcomed, with dispersed accessible seating and a complimentary escort service.
Are e-bikes, scooters, or hoverboards allowed at Ball Arena?
Not Allowed. Skateboards, roller blades, roller skates, roller shoes, and ice skates are prohibited inside the arena.
What is the camera policy at Ball Arena, and what equipment is allowed?
Conditional. Personal point-and-shoot cameras (and iPads/GoPros for Avalanche/Nuggets/Mammoth games) are permitted; professional equipment, tripods, and selfie sticks are prohibited. Exceptions: iPads and GoPros for Avalanche/Nuggets/Mammoth games
Are drones allowed at Ball Arena?
Not Allowed. Drones and other unmanned aerial devices/vehicles are prohibited.
Are umbrellas allowed at Ball Arena?
Conditional. Large or golf umbrellas, and any umbrella with a pointed end, are prohibited; smaller/compact umbrellas aren't explicitly addressed.
Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at Ball Arena?
Conditional. Air horns/whistles/vuvuzelas are prohibited; flags are prohibited except official team flags from Altitude Authentics, and signs cannot exceed 11"x17". Max size: 11in x 17in (signs). Exceptions: Team-branded flags purchased from Altitude Authentics
What is the weapons policy at Ball Arena?
Not Allowed. Weapons of any kind are prohibited, including knives, pepper spray/aerosols, stun guns, concealed weapons, firearms, and ammunition.
Is smoking or vaping allowed at Ball Arena, and is there a designated area?
Not Allowed. Ball Arena is a non-smoking venue; smoking or vaping of any kind is prohibited, with no indoor or outdoor smoking areas available.
Are costumes and masks allowed at Ball Arena?
Conditional. Masks/face paint concealing the entire face are prohibited (surgical/medical masks exempt), as is clothing/costumes concealing the entire head. Exceptions: Surgical/medical masks
Are pets or service animals allowed at Ball Arena?
Conditional. Service dogs assisting guests with disabilities are welcome (must be harnessed/leashed/tethered); all other animals are prohibited. Exceptions: Service dogs
Does Ball Arena allow re-entry?
Not Allowed. Ball Arena has a strict no re-entry policy; any guest who exits for any reason will not be permitted back in.
Is Nuggets arena the same place as Ball Arena?
Yes — Nuggets arena is a former or alternate name for Ball Arena. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.
Is Avalanche arena the same place as Ball Arena?
Yes — Avalanche arena is a former or alternate name for Ball Arena. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.
Is Pepsi Center the same place as Ball Arena?
Yes — Pepsi Center is a former or alternate name for Ball Arena. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.