Venue guide · Tempe, AZ

Desert Financial Arena

Bag policy, entry, parking, rideshare, and accessibility at Desert Financial Arena. From official sources, dated.

Bag policy

Checked Sep 23, 2026

Permitted bags include clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon clear freezer bags, and clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Medical items are allowed after inspection.

Allowed

  • Clear bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches
  • One-gallon clear freezer bags
  • Clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches
  • Inspected medical items

Not allowed

  • Non-approved bags

Entrances and doors

Checked Sep 23, 2026

Doors open 60 minutes before game time. Men’s basketball uses the north, southeast, and west entrances; volleyball uses the west and east entrances, and the south entrance is student-only.

Parking

Checked Sep 23, 2026

The West Surface Lot is the closest option and is complimentary for volleyball, women’s basketball, wrestling, and gymnastics. Accessible parking is in Lot 58/ADA Blue Lot east of the arena.

Rideshare

Checked Sep 23, 2026

The venue has not published specific rideshare guidance on its official venue or guest-information pages.

Accessibility

Checked Sep 23, 2026

Accessible seating is available throughout the arena, and accessible parking is in Lot 58/ADA Blue Lot. Guests may contact Athletic Operations and Facilities for accommodations.

Food and drink

Checked Sep 23, 2026

Multiple stands on the main concourse sell food, beverages, and alcohol.

Re-entry

Checked Sep 23, 2026

There is no re-entry after a ticket has been scanned.

Tickets and will call

Checked Sep 23, 2026

The venue has not published specific ticket-pickup or will-call guidance on its official venue or guest-information pages.

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