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About Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum
The Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum, a multi-purpose indoor arena on the Arizona State Fairgrounds, is a storied Phoenix venue known affectionately as The Madhouse on McDowell. With a capacity of 14,870 for basketball and 13,730 for ice hockey, this historic space has hosted everything from the 1975 NBA All-Star Game to WrestleMania 2 tapings. It’s not just a sports venue—it's a community hub that’s helped evacuees during emergencies and continues to welcome events year-round. Whether you’re catching a game, concert, or special event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats with ease, plan parking, and find convenient places to stay and dine nearby.
Located at 1826 West McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85007, the Coliseum sits on the bustling Arizona State Fairgrounds. For a smooth trip, consider parking in the North Lot (2,294 spaces), South Lot (2,294 spaces), or the West Lot (1,100 spaces) as official state fair parking; note that event parking can vary by occasion. If you’re using public transit, Valley Metro buses run on McDowell Rd, and the nearest light-rail stop is Montebello/19th Ave (Line B) with bus connections to the venue. After the event, you’ll find several trusted hotel options nearby to rest, recharge, and explore the downtown Phoenix scene. We’ve highlighted affiliate-friendly hotel and restaurant partners to help you secure great stays and meals without the hassle. And if you’re curious about the venue’s nickname, locals and fans often refer to it as The Madhouse on McDowell. We’ve got you with reliable, no-nonsense info to plan your visit.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1826 West McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85007
- Venue type: multi-purpose indoor arena on the Arizona State Fairgrounds
- Capacity: Basketball 14,870; Ice hockey 13,730
- Notable events: 1975 NBA All-Star Game; former home to the Phoenix Suns (1968–1992); WrestleMania 2 taping; used for Katrina evacuees in 2005
- Parking: North Lot 2,294 spaces; South Lot 2,294 spaces; West Lot 1,100 spaces (official state fair parking); event parking may vary
- Transit: Valley Metro bus service on McDowell Rd; nearest light rail station Montebello/19th Ave (Line B) with bus connections
- Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency Phoenix (122 N 2nd St); Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix Cityscape (2 E Jefferson St); Renaissance Phoenix Downtown (100 N 1st St); Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Downtown (15 E Monroe St)
- Renaming/demolition: Not demolished or renamed; commonly nicknamed 'The Madhouse on McDowell'