Vegas Golden Knights
Venue and travel guide
Venue and location
State
NV
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Venue name
T-Mobile Arena
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Parking
Cheapest
Excalibur lot/garage and walking from farther Strip properties; pre-purchasing online is cheapest. Free options exist at some non-MGM properties within walking distance
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Guide url
https://www.t-mobilearena.com/plan-your-visit/directions-parking ; reserved parking: https://mgmresorts.parkmobile.io/t-mobile-arena
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Accessible parking
ADA parking available in adjacent resort garages; accessible drop-off/pick-up at the East Suite Entrance
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Hours
Tied to event/game day; reserved garages open hours before doors. Reserved parking can be purchased up to 7 hours before an event
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Payment
Cashless only — prepaid parking pass, credit card, or contactless payment
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Prepaid
Yes — Reserved Event Parking via mgmresorts.parkmobile.io (Park MGM, New York-New York, Aria). First-come, first-served
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Prices
Pre-purchased passes roughly $15 (Excalibur/MGM) to $20 (NYNY/Aria); day-of around $20-$25; secondary-market garage/reserved spots can run $30-$60+. Prices subject to change and non-refundable
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Overview
T-Mobile Arena offers multiple parking options including the Aria Parking Garage, the Park MGM Parking Garage, and the New York-New York Parking Garage, all connected via indoor walkways. Event rates range from $15-$30 (free for MGM Rewards members at certain tiers). ADA parking in all garages.
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Public transport
Las Vegas Monorail (MGM Grand Station), RTC Deuce bus on the Strip, and RTC "VGK Express" routes ($2 each way) on game days
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Tailgating
N/A — indoor arena on the Las Vegas Strip; no tailgating (surrounded by resort garages and The Park district)
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Traffic
Las Vegas Blvd (the Strip) and Tropicana Ave intersection; I-15 exits near the Strip are heavily congested pre/post game and on event nights
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Types
Reserved/prepaid garages at adjacent MGM Resorts properties (Park MGM, New York-New York, Aria, Excalibur, MGM Grand); self-park garages and surface lots
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Public transportation
Airport connection
Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) is about 2-3 miles away; reachable by RTC bus, rideshare, or taxi (no direct rail link to the arena)
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App
rideRTC app (RTC); lvmonorail.com / Las Vegas Monorail app
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Best option
Las Vegas Monorail (MGM Grand Station) for Strip visitors; RTC VGK Express for valley residents
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Bus routes
RTC "Deuce" (24/7 Strip route), SDX (Strip & Downtown Express), and game-day VGK Express routes; nearest stops at Park MGM/Excalibur
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Fare
Las Vegas Monorail single-ride/day passes via app or kiosk; RTC fares ~$2 per ride or day passes via the rideRTC app
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Ferry
N/A — inland desert location
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Nearest station
Las Vegas Monorail — MGM Grand Station (short walk through The Park to the arena)
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Overview
RTC Bus Route 119 and The Deuce on the Strip serve the Las Vegas Boulevard area. The Las Vegas Monorail's MGM Grand station is the nearest stop, about a 10-minute walk through casino connections. The Deuce fare: $6 (2-hour pass), $8 (24-hour pass).
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Rail lines
Las Vegas Monorail (single line along the east side of the Strip)
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Tips
Walking from your Strip hotel is often fastest; the Deuce can be slow in peak Strip traffic
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Walking distance
MGM Grand monorail station roughly a 10-minute walk; Strip bus stops within a few minutes' walk
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Shuttles
Accessibility
RTC buses are ADA-accessible (lifts/ramps, priority seating)
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Cost
$2 each way (RTC VGK Express)
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Dropoff
Near T-Mobile Arena on the Strip
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Notes
Many fans walk from adjacent resorts (NYNY, Aria, Park MGM, Excalibur) rather than use shuttles
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Operator
RTC (Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada)
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Pickup
Multiple park-and-ride/transit points across the Las Vegas valley (four VGK Express origin locations)
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Overview
The free Aria Express tram connects Park MGM (adjacent to the arena) with Bellagio and the Crystals shopping district. The Las Vegas Monorail station at MGM Grand is approximately a 10-minute walk through connected casino properties.
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Routes
No dedicated arena-operated shuttle; RTC operates "VGK Express" game-day bus routes (four routes) from points across the valley
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Schedule
VGK Express runs on Golden Knights home-game days, pre/post game; exact timetables vary by route — see rtcsnv.com
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Bicycles
Overview
Bicycle racks available near the main entrance. The Las Vegas Strip is not particularly bike-friendly; rideshare, parking, monorail, or walking via indoor connections are the preferred methods.
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Share cost
N/A
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Share distance
N/A
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Share provider
N/A — no active Strip-area bike-share program
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Tips
Cycling on/near the Strip is discouraged due to heavy traffic and pedestrian density
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Accessibility
Accessible parking
Accessible parking available in adjacent MGM Resorts garages (Park MGM, NYNY, Aria)
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Contact
Guest Services / accessibility line; AXS accessible seating 888-929-7849; see t-mobilearena.com/accessibility
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Dropoff
East Suite Entrance (ADA drop-off and pick-up)
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Elevators
Elevators serve all levels (arena is ADA accessible on every level); specific locations on concourse maps
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Fun fact
Every level of the arena is ADA accessible, and accessible seating is offered at comparable price points and sightlines rather than segregated areas
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Overview
T-Mobile Arena is fully ADA-compliant. Accessible seating on all levels. All entrances are wheelchair accessible. Elevators serve every level. Accessible parking in all connected garages. Assistive listening devices and sensory kits at Guest Services.
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Restrooms
ADA-accessible restrooms on every level; UMC Lactation Suites (ADA accessible) on main concourse across from section 13 and upper concourse across from section 216
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Service animals
Service animals permitted; pets/emotional-support animals generally not — confirm via Guest Services
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Wheelchair seating
Accessible/companion seating available on all levels at comparable prices and viewing angles; purchase via AXS (888-929-7849) or t-mobilearena.com
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Food and vendors
Cashless
Yes — T-Mobile Arena is cashless for concessions and parking (credit/contactless)
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Craft beer
Local and craft beers (e.g., Golden Road Mango Cart); Goose Island Lounge and Beerhaus-style outlets; numerous craft taps
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Fun fact
The arena's signature cocktail is the "Atomic Fizz," served at every beverage outlet; the food/beverage program was launched with celebrity mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim
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Local
Rollin Smoke Barbecue, Pizza Forte, FUKU (chicken), Freed's Bakery, plus Levy Restaurants-operated stands
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Notable stands
Beerhaus, Goose Island Lounge, Atomic Fizz cocktail outlets, Tony Abou-Ganim craft-cocktail program (Levy Restaurants)
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Outside food policy
Outside food and beverage generally prohibited; sealed empty water bottles and special-needs/medical/infant exceptions typically allowed — see arena A-Z guide
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Parking Apps Accepted
ParkMobile (mgmresorts.parkmobile.io) for reserved parking
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Overview
T-Mobile Arena features a Las Vegas-themed premium food and beverage program with celebrity chef concepts, craft beer, and dedicated Golden Knights-themed bars. The Arsenal Team Store is a destination retail experience on the main concourse. Cashless venue.
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Signature food
Hand-carved Hoisin pork Banh Mi and made-to-order Ahi Tuna Poke bar are signature offerings (Levy Restaurants); local BBQ from Rollin Smoke Barbecue
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Vegetarian
Yes — vegan options available (e.g., Rollin Smoke Barbecue vegan items in section 10) and plant-based choices throughout
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Venue history
Architect
Populous (design architect); construction by Hunt-Penta Joint Venture; project manager ICON Venue Group
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Construction cost
Approximately $375 million
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Famous moments
Hosted the Golden Knights' inaugural 2017-18 expansion run to the Stanley Cup Final; the 2023 Stanley Cup championship (banner raised October 10, 2023); hosted the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, where Vegas lost to Carolina (Carolina clinched in Game 6 at T-Mobile Arena). Also host to numerous major UFC and boxing events
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Fun fact
The Knights are the only team in major North American pro sports to reach their league's championship final in their inaugural season (2017-18) and went on to win the Cup in 2023, all at T-Mobile Arena
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Original capacity
Up to 20,000 (about 17,500 for hockey at opening)
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Original name
T-Mobile Arena (named under a naming-rights deal from opening; no prior name)
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Overview
Opened April 6, 2016. The Golden Knights' inaugural 2017-18 season was historic — reaching the Stanley Cup Final as an expansion team. They won the Stanley Cup in 2023, then returned to the Final in 2026, falling to Carolina in a 4-2 series loss clinched at T-Mobile Arena. The arena's pre-game show, dubbed 'the best show on ice,' features elaborate knight-themed ceremonies and live entertainment.
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Retired numbers
2023 Stanley Cup Champions banner and Western/Pacific/conference championship banners hang in the rafters. No player numbers formally retired yet (the franchise is relatively young, founded 2017)
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Venue details
Climate
Fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena on a ~16-acre site, ~650,000 sq ft, designed for LEED Gold; adjoins the two-acre outdoor Toshiba Plaza and The Park district
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Elevation
Approximately 2,000 ft above sea level (Las Vegas Strip elevation; no arena-specific figure published)
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Levels
Multi-level — main concourse, premium/club levels, suite level, and upper concourse
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Premium
44 luxury suites, 2 party suites, 8 event-level suites, two dozen+ private loge boxes, two dedicated VIP entrances, and the Tower Club
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Overview
Hockey seating capacity: 17,500. Ice surface: 200 ft × 85 ft. Located on the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, the arena exterior features a distinctive LED video mesh facade.
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Scoreboard
Center-hung Daktronics LED scoreboard with LED screens on all four sides; supplemental corner displays (~21 ft x 6 ft) and underside displays (~7 ft x 14 ft)
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Shared tenants
Vegas Golden Knights (NHL, primary tenant) and PWHL Las Vegas; also UFC, boxing, and concerts
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Surface
NHL-regulation ice sheet (200 ft x 85 ft)
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