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Desert Financial Arena renovation project
Welcome to Desert Financial Arena, the proud home of Sun Devil Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Wrestling, Volleyball, and Gymnastics teams.
Originally opened in 1974 as ASU Activity Center and located in the heart of Tempe, this six-story, 14,000-seat indoor arena has witnessed historic victories, record-breaking performances, and unforgettable moments, as well as been home to legendary basketball players like James Harden and Briann January, wrestler Anthony Robles, gymnast Pam Godward, and, most recently, the back-to-back Big 12 Champion Volleyball team.
Sun Devil fans can expect modern seating, great sightlines and an electric Game Day experience complete with:
For student-athletes and staff, the facility offers
Come be part of the action at Desert Financial Arena!
Address
600 E Veterans Way
Tempe, AZ 85281
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Related information
Clear Bag Policy
Public transportation
Planning to attend an ASU game? Desert Financial Arena is located on the Arizona State University campus at 600 E Veterans Way
With ParkMobile at ASU, Sun Devil fans can pay for parking from the convenience of their smartphone or tablet when they arrive on campus.
By opting for the following green alternatives, Sun Devil fans can support ASU’s sustainability mission while enjoying Game Day responsibly.
When scheduling your ride to Sun Devil Soccer and Lacrosse Stadium, you can put in the following address:
Upon arrival, your driver can drop you off near the main entrance or a nearby accessible area, adhering to any posted traffic signs or instructions from event staff.
Prepare for Sun Devil Game Day and know the policies on bags, prohibited items and more.
Accessible seating is available throughout Desert Financial Arena for guests with specific accessibility needs for volleyball, women’s basketball, gymnastics, and wrestling events.
Fans should purchase a general admission ticket and contact the Sun Devil Ticket Office for information on ADA seating locations, or reference the seating information below for designated accessible seating areas.
Accessible seating is available for individuals with specific accessibility needs, with up to three companion seats permitted per guest.
Accessible seating sections
Accessible seating locations are available in the following sections:
Additional assistance
For more information regarding accommodations at Desert Financial Arena, please contact:
Accessible parking is available at Desert Financial Arena in Lot 58/ADA Blue Lot, located east of the arena.
To access the reserved accessible parking area, guests must present:
Any accessible spaces not reserved by season parking pass holders will be available on a first-come, first-served paid basis for guests displaying a valid disabled placard or plate.
Once Lot 58 reaches capacity, guests will be directed to the nearest available pay parking lot.
Sun Devil Athletics has a Clear Bag Policy at Desert Financial Arena. Medical bags are permitted and subject to a thorough inspection.
Please note there is no check-in location for prohibited bags or items. This proactive measure will enhance safety inside and outside of the athletic venues and speed the security screening process for all fans.

The following bags are NOT allowed inside:
The following bags ARE allowed inside:
Fans are welcome to bring personal cameras with lenses less than 6” and do not have a detachable lens into Desert Financial Arena.
Flash photography, monopods, tripods and selfie sticks are not permitted in the arena.
Professional photography cameras are not allowed in the arena without a media credential.
Children aged 2 and under will be admitted free to the game with a paid adult ticket.
Please note that free admittance is only valid for a seat in an adult’s lap. No pass or ticket is required for this admittance.
Multiple concession stands are located around the main concourse offering a variety of food, beverage and alcohol items.
Doors open 60 minutes prior to game time.
There is no reentry once your ticket is scanned. You may enter through the entrances below for each sport.
The south entrance is for students only.
If you have any questions about what is and is not allowed into the arena, please visit the Desert Financial Arena Stadium Policies page.
All Desert Financial Arena guests are expected to maintain reasonable and appropriate behavior at all times.
Any behavior defying the code of conduct as determined by facility management can result in ejection and possible arrest.
Ejected guests will not receive a refund for their tickets or be compensated in any way.
Inappropriate behavior includes, but is not limited to:
Sun Devil Athletics Event Management reserves the right to deny entry or eject from the facility guests displaying inappropriate behavior, as determined by facility or event management teams.
Students attending Sun Devil Athletic events are expected to adhere to the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) Code of Conduct.
Failure to follow the ABOR Code of Conduct may result in ejection from the premises and disciplinary action through Student Judicial Affairs.
The first aid station is located on the east side of Desert Financial Arena, behind Section Q on the main concourse.
If you left something behind at Desert Financial Arena, please call 480-965-3933.
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests, please review the Stadium Policies page before attending your event at Desert Financial Arena.
The guide includes important venue policies and information regarding permitted and prohibited items prior to entry.
Only the following items are permitted upon entrance:
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests, please review the Stadium Policies page before attending your event at Desert Financial Arena.
The guide includes important venue policies and information regarding permitted and prohibited items prior to entry.
No provisions will be made regarding prohibited items. Guests will be asked to return said items to their vehicle, or if not possible, the item will need to be discarded before admission into the arena is granted.
Sun Devil Athletic events have a Clear Bag Policy. Only clear bags no larger than 12″x6″x12″ are allowed.
Prohibited items list
Men’s restrooms are located on the inner concourse near sections E and S.
Women’s restrooms are located on the inner concourse near sections G and U.
The ADA restrooms are located on the inner concourse near section V.
Baby changing tables are available in men’s and women’s restrooms throughout the arena.
Desert Financial Arena welcomes service animals utilized by guests with disabilities.
Service animals trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability may enter the stadium with that individual.
Please see ASU’s service animals policy for more information.
The use of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, vaping devices and smokeless cigarettes or tobacco, is prohibited on university property, facilities, grounds, parking structures, university-owned vehicles and structures owned or leased by the university.
Also see Tobacco Free.
ASU merchandise can be purchased at the Sparky Stadium Shop at the following locations:
On Game Day, the ticket office is located on the west side of Desert Financial Arena and opens one hour prior to game time. The ticket office will remain open until:
Online
Tickets can be purchased online through Sun Devil Tickets. For assistance, contact the Sun Devil Ticket Sales team.
Phone sales
Tickets may also be purchased by phone by calling 480-727-0000 or 1-888-SUNDVLS.
Phone sales are available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., excluding holidays.
Valley Metro Light Rail: The nearest Valley Metro Light Rail station to the facility is the Veterans Way/College Avenue Station, which is about a six-minute walk away.
Rideshare: When scheduling your ride to Desert Financial Arena, you can put in the following address:
Upon arrival, your driver can drop you off near the main entrance or a nearby accessible area, adhering to any posted traffic signs or instructions from event staff.
Factory-sealed water bottles and empty plastic water bottles are allowed into Desert Financial Arena as long as they are 51 oz. (1.5 liters) or smaller.
Metal, glass, and ceramic bottles are not permitted.
There are water fountains and bottle refill stations located on the concourse throughout the arena.
Arizona State University has a commitment to divert 90% of material away from the landfill.
Please assist us by using the blue recycle bins as well as the green compost bins throughout the arena.
You can also participate by purchasing a reusable souvenir cup at the beginning of the season to bring back to every game and receive a discount on refills, and reduce your overall waste.
For more information on zero waste, visit zerowaste.asu.edu.
Desert Financial Arena has been a central hub for Arizona State University's athletic and community events since its opening in 1974. Originally known as the University Activity Center, the arena was renamed Wells Fargo Arena in 1997 and later became Desert Financial Arena in 2019 following a naming rights agreement with Desert Financial Credit Union.
Over the years, the arena has seen several upgrades, including the installation of a multimillion-dollar center-court video scoreboard featuring four 8-by-12-foot display screens, enhancing the experience for attendees.
Throughout its history, Desert Financial Arena has been more than just a sports venue; it has been a gathering place for the ASU community and the broader Tempe area, reflecting the university's growth and commitment to providing quality facilities for its students and the public. The building has also hosted several famous games and events in its history, including: