NFL · 72,000 cap
State Farm Stadium — Glendale
Home of the Arizona Cardinals — also hosted Super Bowl LVII (2023) and multiple major events. One of the most technologically advanced stadiums in the NFL with a retractable roof and field.
1 Cardinals Dr, Glendale AZ 85305
Hours: Game days + events
Tip: The retractable roof is usually closed for comfort. Parking is well-organized — follow the color-coded lot system.
MLB · 48,000 cap
Chase Field — Phoenix
Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks — retractable roof stadium in downtown Phoenix. The swimming pool in right-center field is a signature feature available to groups with premium tickets.
401 E Jefferson St, Phoenix AZ 85004
Hours: Game days (April–October)
Tip: The pool in right field can be rented for groups of 12+. Light rail directly to the stadium from Tempe.
NBA/WNBA · 18,000 cap
Footprint Center
Home of the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury. The most modern arena in Phoenix — renovated 2021 with improved concessions, technology, and sightlines. Core downtown Phoenix experience.
201 E Jefferson St, Phoenix AZ 85004
Hours: Game days
Tip: Section 101-105 are the best value seats. Mercury games offer an excellent, more affordable WNBA experience.
Golf Tournament · February
TPC Scottsdale — WM Phoenix Open
Home of the Waste Management Phoenix Open — the most attended golf tournament in the world. The 16th hole stadium is a bucket-list sports experience. Tickets range from daily grounds passes to premium hospitality.
17020 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale AZ 85255
Hours: February (tournament) + year-round golf
Tip: Buy tournament tickets the moment they go on sale — Thursday is most accessible, Saturday is the party. The 16th hole Saturday experience is unlike anything in golf.
Spring Training · February–March
Salt River Fields — Scottsdale
Spring training home of the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies — the most modern spring training facility in the Cactus League. Intimate setting, great sightlines, and a relaxed atmosphere.
7555 N Pima Rd, Scottsdale AZ 85258
Hours: February–March
Tip: Standing room tickets available day-of. The right field berm is a great affordable option with a full view of the field.
Spring Training · February–March
Scottsdale Stadium — SF Giants
Downtown Scottsdale spring training home of the San Francisco Giants since 1984. The most walkable spring training venue — surrounded by Old Town restaurants and bars.
7408 E Osborn Rd, Scottsdale AZ 85251
Hours: February–March
Tip: Walk from Old Town Scottsdale — combine a morning game with lunch on 5th Avenue. The concourse promenade has great views.
NASCAR · ISM Raceway
ISM Raceway — Avondale
Phoenix's NASCAR track hosting two Cup Series races per year — fall race is one of the championship events. Massive facility with 75,000 seats.
7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr, Avondale AZ 85323
Hours: Race weekends (March + November)
Tip: Book camping packages for the full NASCAR experience. The infield is the place to be for serious fans.
Arena Football · Live Music
PHX Arena District
The arena district surrounding Footprint Center has concentrated dining, bars, and entertainment — Majerle's Sports Grill, Bitter & Twisted, and Hanny's are neighborhood staples.
Jefferson St & 2nd St, Phoenix AZ 85004
Hours: Daily
Tip: The Phoenix Convention Center hosts major conferences and trade shows — check their event calendar for public events.