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Mountain America Stadium

A desert college stadium tucked between Tempe and the buttes, with useful light rail and a game plan… Read more

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Reviewed 10.13.26

Bags & entry
Official bag & entry policy (opens in a new tab)Entry lanes: VIP/premium entry listed. Check ticket or event eligibility.
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Clear bag

no larger than12 × 6 × 12 in

12 in6 in12 in

Larger permitted bags must be clear and stay within the listed dimensions.

Medical, accessibility, or childcare exceptions may apply after screening.

Individual events may use stricter or different rules. Recheck the official policy before leaving.

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Seat maps (opens in a new tab)
Parking
Official venue arrival guide (opens in a new tab)Take light rail or reserve an ASU garage and confirm postgame road restrictions before entering campus.
Arrive
Mountain America Stadium’s public gates open 90 minutes before kickoff. Club-ticket holders can enter two hours before through the northwest or southwest pass gates; use the access attached to your actual ticket. The current official-linked ingress diagram retains the former Sun Devil Stadium name and shows numbered sections, elevator and limited-mobility routes. Courtesy carts serve fans with limited mobility and one companion from the listed accessible parking locations. Arrange accessible seating with the ticket office before the game.
Exact location
500 E Veterans Way, Tempe, AZ 85287Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
Valley Metro Rail serves Veterans Way/College Avenue and nearby Tempe stations, making rail the clearest regional alternative to parking.
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Wide game-day view across Mountain America Stadium's field, stands, and mountain backdrop.
Photo credits
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Home teams
Arizona State Sun Devils football
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Venue details
Venue typeStadium
Capacity53,599current stadium capacity
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500 E Veterans Way, Tempe, AZ 85287

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Visit preparation checklist

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Official venue event information (opens in a new tab)

Entry lanes: VIP/premium entry listed. Check ticket or event eligibility.

Official football game-day guide (opens in a new tab)

Destination: Mountain America Stadium, 500 E Veterans Way, Tempe, AZ 85287. Mountain America Stadium’s public gates open 90 minutes before kickoff. Club-ticket holders can enter two hours before through the northwest or southwest pass gates; use the access attached to your actual ticket. The current official-linked ingress diagram retains the former Sun Devil Stadium name and shows numbered sections, elevator and limited-mobility routes. Courtesy carts serve fans with limited mobility and one companion from the listed accessible parking locations. Arrange accessible seating with the ticket office before the game. Valley Metro Rail serves Veterans Way/College Avenue and nearby Tempe stations, making rail the clearest regional alternative to parking. Take light rail or reserve an ASU garage and confirm postgame road restrictions before entering campus.

Directions to this venue (opens in a new tab)Official parking / arrival information (opens in a new tab)

This guide does not yet establish Mountain America Stadium’s accessible seating or step-free entrance. Ask the venue about the exact seat, entrance and route before buying.

Official clear-bag policy (opens in a new tab)Seat maps (opens in a new tab)

Mountain America Stadium prohibits routine re-entry. Clear bags may be up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches, one-gallon clear bags or clutches up to 4.5 × 6.5 inches; medical bags are inspected and there is no prohibited-item check-in. The guide permits empty non-disposable plastic water bottles and factory-sealed plastic water bottles under 51 ounces; metal, glass and ceramic bottles are prohibited. Seat cushions or chair backs must be no wider than 18 inches and have no pockets, compartments or covers. Concession stands are cashless.

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  • Confirm payment methods not covered above for parking, box office and concessions; the guidance may address only part of your visit.
Official stadium seating, entry and visitor guidance (opens in a new tab)Official stadium seating, entry and visitor guidance (opens in a new tab)Official clear-bag policy (opens in a new tab)

Valley Metro Rail serves Veterans Way/College Avenue and nearby Tempe stations, making rail the clearest regional alternative to parking. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Seating maps & views

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Real photos from the seats

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Seating chart

Mountain America Stadium — official-linked section and ingress map

Mountain America Stadium: Seating chart, Mountain America Stadium — official-linked section and ingress map. Use the source chart for section and row details.

ASU’s current gameday guide links this ingress diagram, which retains the former Sun Devil Stadium heading. It relates numbered sections to general, limited-mobility and field ADA routes, elevators and cart service. The former heading does not establish a new issue date. Confirm the route and required access for your actual ticket; map symbols do not guarantee an available accessible seat or access to premium areas.

Open original chart (opens in a new tab)Source: Arizona State Sun Devil Athletics (opens in a new tab)Source checked 2026-10-13

Plan your visit

Arrival and logisticsBefore you goTransit, parking, timing and entry details

Need to Know

Best for
An on-campus Big 12 game, Mill Avenue access, and a light-rail alternative to driving
Watch out for
Mountain America Stadium prohibits routine re-entry. Clear bags may be up to 12 × 6 × 12 inches, one-gallon clear bags or clutches up to 4.5 × 6.5 inches; medical bags are inspected and there is no prohibited-item check-in. The guide permits empty non-disposable plastic water bottles and factory-sealed plastic water bottles under 51 ounces; metal, glass and ceramic bottles are prohibited. Seat cushions or chair backs must be no wider than 18 inches and have no pockets, compartments or covers. Concession stands are cashless.
Good arrival window
Mountain America Stadium’s public gates open 90 minutes before kickoff. Club-ticket holders can enter two hours before through the northwest or southwest pass gates; use the access attached to your actual ticket. The current official-linked ingress diagram retains the former Sun Devil Stadium name and shows numbered sections, elevator and limited-mobility routes. Courtesy carts serve fans with limited mobility and one companion from the listed accessible parking locations. Arrange accessible seating with the ticket office before the game.
Main transit note
Valley Metro Rail serves Veterans Way/College Avenue and nearby Tempe stations, making rail the clearest regional alternative to parking.
Sources1 fan · 3 officialReviewed 10.13.26Sources for Need to Know

Fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Parking At A Glance

Parking difficulty

Parking options (opens in a new tab)

High

What to do
Take light rail or reserve an ASU garage and confirm postgame road restrictions before entering campus.
Best option
Valley Metro Rail or a prepaid campus garage outside the tightest stadium loop
Avoid
An exposed cross-campus walk without water or a late search for Mill Avenue parking
Sources1 fan · 2 officialReviewed 10.13.26Sources for Parking At A Glance

Fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Seats and atmosphereChoose your experienceSightlines, supporter sections, crowd flow and event-day character

Inside the Venue At A Glance

01

Mixed

Arrival & transportation

Rail connects the stadium to the broader Valley without the campus exit queue. Heat persists after sunset, so the walk from any stop or garage should still include water and time.

02

Mixed

Seat & section strategy

Upper rows offer a broad field and butte view but require more climbing. Seat orientation, shade, and airflow are central decisions for early-season games.

03

Positive

Event-day character

The stadium's desert setting and proximity to Tempe nightlife create an event that transitions easily from campus to Mill Avenue before or after the game.

Sources1 fan · 3 officialReviewed 10.13.26Sources for Inside the Venue At A Glance

FanProof editorial synthesis; linked fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Fit and tradeoffsWhat to expectThe practical strengths and the details that could change your choice

Why it works

  • ✓Light rail makes a car-free game possible.
  • ✓The buttes create a distinctive desert backdrop.
  • ✓Downtown Tempe offers walkable pregame and postgame options.
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Know before you book

  • ×Heat remains intense well into the evening.
  • ×Steep upper routes can be demanding.
  • ×Campus garage exits slow after close games.
Sources3 officialReviewed 10.13.26Sources for Know before you book

FanProof editorial synthesis; no fan consensus is claimed.

Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 10.13.26

Use light rail, carry water after dark as well as during the day, and choose a seat around shade, airflow, and climbing distance.

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