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5280 Hype
Player introductions feature Denver's famous "5280" elevation and mountain imagery before the team takes the floor.
7.5Passport Score
1999Opened
19,520Capacity
IndoorRoof
Hardwood / Artificial IceSurface
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The basics
About Ball Arena
Downtown Denver arena hosting NBA, NHL, concerts, and major entertainment events.
- Type
- arena
- Sports
- sport_lacrosse
- Nicknames
- The Can, The Sack
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Time zone
- America/Denver
- Status
- active
FormerlyPepsi Center
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How fans rate it
7.5Passport Score
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Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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PerformersIconic
Rocky Backward Half-Court Shot
Mascot Rocky performs his legendary backward over-the-head half-court shot, one of the NBA's most famous mascot traditions.
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PerformersIconic
Nuggets Drumline
The in-house drumline leads fans during defensive stands and key moments throughout the game.
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Songs & MusicIconic
"All the Small Things" Singalong
During the third period, Ball Arena erupts into a full-arena singalong of Blink-182's "All the Small Things," with the music intentionally turned down so the fans take over.
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Crowd ChantIconic
"Makar!" Chant
Whenever Cale Makar scores or makes a highlight-reel play, fans chant "Ma-kar! Ma-kar!" throughout Ball Arena.
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Pregame RitualIconic
Mountain Siren
A Colorado celebrity or Avalanche legend sounds the arena siren before puck drop to ignite the crowd.
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Crowd ChantIconic
"Go Avs Go!" Chant
Fans repeatedly chant "Go Avs Go!" during key moments and playoff games.
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Songs & MusicIconic
"The Boys Are Back" Victory Song
Following home victories, "The Boys Are Back" plays as fans celebrate with the team.
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Championship BannersIconic
1996 Stanley Cup
1996 Stanley Cup — Sakic, Forsberg, Roy, and Colorado's first championship.
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Championship BannersIconic
2023 NBA Championship
2023 NBA championship — Jokić, Murray, and Nugget Nation's first title.
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Historic displayIconic
Alex English Legacy
Alex English — Hall of Fame scorer and the original face of Nuggets basketball.
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Historic displayIconic
Avalanche vs Red Wings Rivalry
Avalanche vs Red Wings rivalry — the bloodiest and greatest feud in NHL history.
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Cale Makar Legacy
Cale Makar — Norris Trophy winner and cornerstone of the modern Avalanche dynasty.
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Carmelo Anthony Era
Carmelo Anthony era — the star who brought Nuggets basketball back to national prominence.
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Historic displayIconic
Colorado Basketball History
Colorado basketball history — altitude, Nugget Nation, and Mile High championship pride.
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Colorado Hockey History
Colorado hockey history — Mile High altitude and three Stanley Cups in Denver.
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Franchise Timeline
Complete Avalanche franchise timeline from Quebec to three Stanley Cups in Denver.
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Greatest Avalanche Moments
The greatest moments in Avalanche history — from the Roy trade to the 2022 parade.
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Greatest Nuggets Moments
The greatest moments in Nuggets history — from English's scoring to Jokić's parade.
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Jamal Murray Era
Jamal Murray era — clutch playoff scorer and Jokić's championship running mate.
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Joe Sakic Legacy
Joe Sakic — captain, Conn Smythe winner, and the greatest Avalanche in franchise history.
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Nathan MacKinnon Legacy
Nathan MacKinnon — franchise star and Conn Smythe winner of the 2022 Stanley Cup.
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Nikola Jokić Legacy
Nikola Jokić — three-time MVP, Finals MVP, and the greatest Nugget ever.
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Hall of FameIconic
Nuggets Hall of Fame
Nuggets Hall of Fame — franchise immortals from English to Jokić honored in Denver.
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Patrick Roy Legacy
Patrick Roy — the Saint and goaltender who backstopped two Stanley Cups in Colorado.
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Peter Forsberg Legacy
Peter Forsberg — Foppa and one of the most complete players in NHL history.
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Quebec Nordiques History
Quebec Nordiques history — the franchise roots before the Avalanche arrived in Denver.
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Western Conference Championships
Western Conference championships — the 2023 run and every deep Nuggets postseason.
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MascotIconic
Bernie
Bernie — the beloved Avalanche mascot and symbol of Avs Faithful on gameday.
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MascotIconic
Rocky
Rocky — the Nuggets mascot and symbol of Nugget Nation on gameday.
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Alumni EventIconic
Avalanche Alumni Appearances
Avalanche alumni appearances honoring franchise legends on gameday.
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Alumni EventIconic
Nuggets Alumni Appearances
Nuggets alumni appearances honoring franchise legends on gameday.
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Crowd RitualIconic
All The Small Things
Sing All The Small Things — Blink-182's anthem after every Avalanche goal at Ball Arena.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Avalanche vs Red Wings
The greatest rivalry in NHL history when Detroit visits Ball Arena.
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Avalanche vs Stars
Central Division rivalry when Dallas visits Ball Arena.
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Avalanche vs Wild
Central Division rivalry when Minnesota visits Ball Arena.
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TourIconic
Ball Arena Tour
Behind-the-scenes Ball Arena tour — suites, court, ice, and championship history.
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Special EventIconic
Burgundy Out
Experience a Burgundy Out — the entire arena dressed in burgundy for Avalanche playoffs.
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ConcertIconic
Concert at Ball Arena
Attend a major concert at Ball Arena — Denver entertainment beyond gamedays.
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Downtown Denver
Explore downtown Denver before the game — LoDo, Chopper Circle, and gameday energy.
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Special EventIconic
First Avalanche Game at Ball Arena
Your first Avalanche game at Ball Arena — All The Small Things, burgundy, and Mile High hockey.
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First Nuggets Game at Ball Arena
Your first Nuggets game at Ball Arena — Jokić, altitude, and Mile High pride.
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Historic displayIconic
Joe Sakic Exhibit
Visit the Joe Sakic exhibit — the captain and soul of Avalanche hockey.
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NBA Finals Game
NBA Finals at Ball Arena — basketball's greatest stage in Denver.
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Nikola Jokić Exhibit
Visit the Nikola Jokić exhibit — three-time MVP and 2023 Finals MVP immortalized.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Nuggets vs Lakers
Lakers rivalry when Los Angeles visits Ball Arena at altitude.
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Nuggets vs Thunder
Western Conference rivalry when Oklahoma City visits Ball Arena.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Nuggets vs Timberwolves
Northwest Division rivalry when Minnesota visits Ball Arena.
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Stanley Cup
Visit the Stanley Cup displays — 1996, 2001, and 2022 immortalized in Denver.
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Special EventIconic
Stanley Cup Final Game
Stanley Cup Final at Ball Arena — hockey's greatest stage in Denver.
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Western Conference Finals Game
Western Conference Finals at Ball Arena — the pinnacle of Nuggets basketball.
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Historic displayIconic
Dikembe Mutombo Legacy
Dikembe Mutombo — finger wag icon and defensive anchor of 1990s Denver basketball.
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Milan Hejduk Legacy
Milan Hejduk — the Czech star and clutch scorer of the Avalanche's Cup era.
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Live PerformanceIconic
Nuggets Halftime Shows
Nuggets halftime shows energizing Ball Arena between quarters.
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Halftime Entertainment
Halftime entertainment at Ball Arena — music, performances, and Mile High pride.
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Fan FestivalMust see
Fan Plaza Pregame Events
Fan plaza pregame events outside Ball Arena before tipoff and puck drop.
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Architecture
Mile High Sports District
Represents Denver's professional sports culture.
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Architecture
Pepsi Center Legacy
Connects with the arena's previous identity.
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Architecture
Rocky Mountain Views
Views of the Rockies from Ball Arena — Denver basketball at altitude.
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Architecture
Three-Sport Entertainment Venue
Hosts basketball, hockey, and major events.
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History
2022 Stanley Cup
Celebrates the modern championship era.
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Displays
2023 NBA Championship Display
Display of the Nuggets' 2023 NBA title, the franchise's first.
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History
ABA Nuggets Heritage
Display honoring franchise origins.
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History
Alex English
Honors the scoring champion.
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History
Avalanche Legends
Honors franchise icons.
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History
Colorado Avalanche Retired Numbers
Honors Sakic, Forsberg, Roy, and others.
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History
Denver Nuggets Retired Numbers
Honors English, Issel, and other legends.
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History
Dikembe Mutombo
Celebrates the defensive legend.
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History
Joe Sakic
Celebrates the championship captain.
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Displays
Nikola Jokić Tribute
Tribute to Nikola Jokić, the Joker and face of the 2023 champions.
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Displays
Nuggets History Wall
Wall on Nuggets history from the ABA through Jokić.
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History
Peter Forsberg
Honors the Hall of Fame forward.
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History
Quebec Nordiques
Connects with franchise history.
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Experience
Altitude Hockey
The team's high-energy fan culture.
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Experience
Avs Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
Bernie the St. Bernard
The mascot experience.
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Experience
Colorado Avalanche Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Denver Basketball
Combines NBA basketball with Colorado culture.
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Experience
Denver Hockey
Combines NHL hockey with mountain culture.
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Championship Trophy Display
Display of the 2023 Larry O'Brien Trophy.
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Experience
Denver Nuggets Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes arena access.
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Experience
Goal Horn
The Avalanche scoring celebration.
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Experience
Mile High Basketball
The team's altitude identity.
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Experience
Nuggets Store
Official merchandise destination.
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Experience
Rocky the Mountain Lion
The mascot experience.
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Displays
Avalanche Hall of Fame
Honors Avalanche and Nordiques-era greats, from Sakic and Roy through the Cup years.
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Displays
Stanley Cup Displays
Displays celebrating Colorado’s Stanley Cup titles in 1996, 2001, and 2022.
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Displays
Joe Sakic Tribute
Tribute to Joe Sakic, the quiet captain of two Cup teams and franchise cornerstone.
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Displays
Patrick Roy Tribute
Tribute to Patrick Roy, the Hall of Fame goaltender who backstopped two Avalanche Cups.
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Displays
Championship Wall
Wall displays of Avalanche championship banners and Cup history.
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Signature
Rocky Mountain Plaza
The plaza outside Ball Arena with a Rocky Mountain backdrop on Avalanche nights.
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Displays
Legacy Exhibit
Exhibit tracing the franchise from Quebec to Denver and three Stanley Cups.
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Signature
Ice Level Experience
Ice-level access and views that put fans on top of Avalanche hockey at Ball Arena.
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Historic Marker
Altitude Plaza
Plaza outside Ball Arena celebrating Denver's mile-high sports scene.
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Architecture
Ball Arena Atrium
The main atrium arrival hall at Ball Arena.
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Displays
Colorado Sports Displays
Displays connecting Nuggets basketball to Colorado's sports heritage.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights throughout the Avalanche and Nuggets seasons at Ball Arena.
Through the years
History
Names
- 1999-2021Pepsi Center
- 2021-presentBall Arena
- Former namePepsi Center
Home teams
- 1999-presentDenver NuggetsNBA
- 1999-presentColorado AvalancheNHL
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