Las Vegas Aces
Venue and travel guide
Venue and location
Address
3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South
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State
NV
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Venue name
Michelob ULTRA Arena
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Zip code
89119
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Parking
Cheapest
Excalibur Self-Parking ($15 pre-paid, the lowest rate)
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Guide url
https://mgmresorts.parkmobile.io/venue/las-vegas-aces/events (pre-paid via ParkMobile); directions PDF at https://cdn.wnba.com/sites/1611661319/2026/04/2026-Parking-Lot-Directions.pdf
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Payment
Credit/debit and ParkMobile app (pre-paid); cashless
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Prepaid
Yes — purchase at least one day in advance via ParkMobile for discounted rate (Excalibur pre-paid valid up to tip-off)
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Prices
Mandalay Bay / W Las Vegas / Luxor self-parking $30 at gate ($25 pre-paid); Excalibur $18 Mon-Thu / $23 Fri-Sun at gate ($15 pre-paid)
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Overview
Mandalay Bay Parking Garage and Valet services available. Standard MGM Resorts parking rates apply (typically free for the first hour, then $15-$25 for event parking). The garage is connected directly to Mandalay Bay via indoor walkways. Valet parking is available at the Mandalay Bay Main Entrance. ADA parking is available on all garage levels near elevator banks.
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Public transport
Free Mandalay Bay–Excalibur tram; RTC bus on Las Vegas Blvd; nearest monorail is at MGM Grand (not adjacent)
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Tailgating
N/A — indoor arena (resort garages, no tailgating)
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Traffic
Las Vegas Blvd (the Strip) and the I-15 / Tropicana and Russell Rd interchanges, heavily congested pre/post event
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Types
Resort self-parking garages at Mandalay Bay, W Las Vegas, Luxor, and Excalibur
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Public transportation
Airport connection
Harry Reid International Airport is ~2 miles away; rideshare/taxi or RTC bus connection
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App
rideRTC app (buses); lvmonorail.com (monorail)
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Best option
RTC Deuce/SDX bus to Mandalay Bay, or free tram from Excalibur
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Bus routes
RTC "Deuce" and SDX (Strip & Downtown Express) along Las Vegas Blvd, stop at Mandalay Bay
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Fare
RTC bus fares via rideRTC app or onboard; monorail separate ticketing
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Ferry
N/A — inland desert venue
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Nearest station
Las Vegas Monorail's nearest stop is MGM Grand station (about 1+ mile north; not directly serving Mandalay Bay)
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Overview
RTC Bus Route 119 (Simmons/Koval) and The Deuce on the Las Vegas Strip provide access to the Mandalay Bay area. The Deuce runs 24/7 along the Strip. Single-ride fare: $6 (Deuce), $2 (residential routes). The Las Vegas Monorail's nearest station is MGM Grand, requiring a walk or tram transfer to reach Mandalay Bay.
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Rail lines
Las Vegas Monorail (indirect, via MGM Grand)
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Tips
The monorail does not effectively serve Mandalay Bay; use the free south-Strip tram or RTC buses instead
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Walking distance
Deuce/SDX stop is at Mandalay Bay's front entrance, then an interior walk to the arena
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Shuttles
Cost
N/A
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Dropoff
N/A
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Frequency
N/A
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Notes
Free Mandalay Bay–Excalibur tram functions as de facto connector for south-Strip parking
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Operator
N/A
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Pickup
N/A
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Overview
A free tram service connects Mandalay Bay with Luxor and Excalibur hotels. No dedicated arena-to-Strip shuttle; the Mandalay Bay Tram, rideshare, or walking via indoor connections to Luxor are the primary transportation methods.
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Routes
N/A — no dedicated Aces game shuttle published
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Bicycles
Overview
Bicycle racks are located near the parking garage and main entrance areas for public use. The Las Vegas Strip is not particularly bike-friendly; rideshare, parking, or walking are the preferred access methods.
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Share cost
N/A
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Share provider
N/A — no major dock-based bike share currently at south Strip
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Tips
Strip cycling is limited; rideshare or tram is generally more practical
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Valet
N/A — not offered
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Accessibility
Accessible parking
Available in Mandalay Bay and adjacent resort garages
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Dropoff
Mandalay Bay porte-cochère drop-off
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Fun fact
A Designated Driver program lets sober guests sign up in the main lobby near the Suite entrance
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Overview
ADA-compliant seating is available on all levels. Elevators and ramps provide access to all concourse areas. Accessible parking is available in the Mandalay Bay Parking Garage on all levels. Assistive listening devices and wheelchair escort services available at Guest Services. Service animals welcome. All entrances are wheelchair accessible.
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Restrooms
Available (ADA-compliant)
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Food and vendors
Cashless
Yes — cashless payment for parking and concessions
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Fun fact
The arena sits within Mandalay Bay's casino complex, so fans walk past restaurants like Stripsteak and KUMI en route to the entrance
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Local
Slice of Vegas (pizza) and Hussong's Mexican Cantina at the adjacent Shoppes at Mandalay Place are recommended pre/post-game spots
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Outside food policy
No bags/backpacks except small personal bags (max 9"x5"x2"); outside food generally not permitted (medical/diaper-bag exceptions case-by-case)
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Parking Apps Accepted
ParkMobile
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Overview
Concessions include Slice House by Tony Gemignani, Public House, and various arena-style snack bars located throughout the concourse. Full bar service available. The Aces Team Store is on the main concourse. Cashless payment throughout the venue.
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Venue history
Famous moments
Opened with a Luciano Pavarotti concert (April 10, 1999); hosted Aces' WNBA Finals in 2022 and 2023; final boxing scene of the film "Rocky Balboa" was filmed here
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Fun fact
It was Las Vegas's third arena-class concert venue, joining the Thomas & Mack Center and MGM Grand Garden Arena
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Original capacity
Originally planned for 8,000 seats; expanded to 12,000 at boxing promoter Bob Arum's urging before opening
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Original name
Mandalay Bay Events Center (1999–2021)
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Overview
Opened in 1999 as the Mandalay Bay Events Center. Renamed Michelob ULTRA Arena in 2021. Became home to the Las Vegas Aces when the franchise relocated from San Antonio in 2018. The Aces won back-to-back WNBA Championships in 2022 and 2023. The 12,000-seat arena has hosted major boxing matches, UFC events, and concerts.
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Records
WNBA All-Star Game hosted in 2019, 2021, and 2023
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Renovations
Renamed Michelob ULTRA Arena in February 2021 via Anheuser-Busch naming-rights deal
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Retired numbers
Four banners — Becky Hammon's retired No. 25, 2022 & 2023 WNBA championships, and the 2022 Commissioner's Cup championship
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Venue details
Capacity
12,000
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Climate
Fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena within the Mandalay Bay resort
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Elevation
~2,000 ft (Las Vegas valley elevation)
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Premium
Yes — premium seats and suites available (https://aces.wnba.com/premium , https://aces.wnba.com/suites)
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Overview
Basketball seating capacity: 12,000. The arena features a flexible floor plan for basketball, concerts, boxing, and MMA events. Standard 94-foot basketball court. The intimate configuration creates one of the loudest home-court advantages in the WNBA.
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Shared tenants
Multi-purpose venue hosting concerts, boxing, MMA, esports (Call of Duty World Championship set for July 2026) and awards shows; Aces are the primary long-term tenant
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Surface
Hardwood basketball court (Connor Sports flooring associated with the franchise)
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