Mullett Arena parking and bag policy, in one paragraph
Mullett Arena is at 411 S Packard Dr on ASU’s Tempe campus, just south of Rio Salado Parkway and the 202. Park in the Packard Drive Parking Structure or the Novus garage; Sun Devil Athletics parking is $15 and concert parking varies. ASU Parking runs every lot. Bags must be clear and no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″, plus a small clutch up to 4.5″ x 6.5″. The building is cashless, there is no re-entry, and Lyft pickup is Lot 10 at Rio Salado and Packard.
Concerts can set their own bag rules and parking prices. Check your event page the week of the show.
Mullett Arena opened in October 2022, and for two seasons it was the smallest building in the NHL while the Coyotes played here. That era ended in 2024, and these days it is a college hockey barn with about 5,000 seats, a G League team and a steady run of concerts. It is one of the better small rooms in the Valley, but it sits in the middle of a university campus, which means the parking, bag and smoking rules are ASU’s rules. This guide covers all of them. Heading to a bigger stadium show instead? Our State Farm Stadium parking and bag policy guide covers Glendale.
Mullett Arena parking
ASU Parking controls every space for Mullett Arena events, and the lots are staffed about three hours before each event. The arena sits west of Rural Road, south of Rio Salado Parkway, so most fans come in off the 202.
| Parking option | Where | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Packard Drive Parking Structure | Off Packard Drive and 6th Street, a short walk south of the arena | Used for Sun Devil hockey, concerts and touring shows. The default choice. |
| Novus Parking garage | The Novus Innovation Corridor, next to the arena | An alternative for the same events. For Sun Devil athletics, Novus parking is offered in the spring only. |
| Surface lot | Next to the arena | Hockey season pass holders only. |
| Lot 10 (rideshare) | Northeast corner of Rio Salado Parkway and Packard Drive | Lyft pickup and drop-off. Not for parking. |
| Light rail | Veterans Way/College Ave or Mill Ave/3rd St stations | The cheapest way in from Phoenix, Mesa or Chandler. |
How much is parking at Mullett Arena?
The $15 rate is the arena’s published Sun Devil Athletics price. Concert promoters set their own parking prices, so check the event page.
If you are coming from Phoenix or the airport, take Loop 202 to Exit 7 (Scottsdale Road/Rural Road), go south, turn right on Rio Salado and left on Packard. Leaving, the Packard structure empties onto 6th Street, so the fastest way home to the south and east is Rural Road to the 60, not back up to the 202 with everyone else. And if you want dinner on Mill Avenue, park once at the arena and walk: Mill is about a 15-minute walk west.
Mullett Arena bag policy
All bags are subject to search and possible X-ray scanning. For Sun Devil Athletics events, the rules are:
- One clear bag no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″.
- Plus one small clutch no larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″.
- Diaper bags and medical bags are allowed after a search.
- Seat cushions up to 18″ x 18″ are allowed if they have no pockets or zippers.
- Not allowed: backpacks, large purses, oversized totes, colored plastic bags, drawstring bags, camera bags, binocular cases, mesh bags and reusable grocery bags.
Mullett Arena does not hold items for you. Anything that fails at the door has to go back to your car or in the trash, and the Packard structure is a few minutes’ walk each way. Concerts can set their own bag policy, so read the event page before you leave home.
What you can’t bring into Mullett Arena
| Category | Not allowed |
|---|---|
| Food and drink | Outside food, beverages and alcohol, refillable water bottles |
| Signs and flags | Signs or flags larger than 2′ x 3′, flags on poles, signs or clothing with obscene, offensive or political content |
| Cameras and tech | Professional cameras with detachable lenses, professional video recorders, tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, drones, laser pens |
| Wheels | Bicycles, scooters, skateboards, hoverboards, rollerblades, strollers |
| Everything else | Weapons of any kind, fireworks, aerosol cans, balloons, beach balls, noisemakers, large non-retractable umbrellas, animals other than service animals |
Inside the arena: cash, smoking and kids
- Cashless: credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and Google Pay. There are no ATMs.
- Doors: for Sun Devil events, the box office and doors open one hour before the event. Concert times vary.
- No re-entry: once you leave the building, you are out.
- Smoke-free: smoking and vaping are banned inside and outside the arena. ASU is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus.
- Kids: for Sun Devil events, children 3 and older need a ticket; younger children can sit on an adult’s lap. Strollers are not allowed.
- Guest Services: Level 1, south side, behind Section 110 at the box office. (602) 457-5705.
- Lost and found: Guest Services during events, or file a report through the arena’s Boomerang form. (602) 457-5393.
The arena is fully ADA accessible. Accessible seating is in Level 1 Rinkside (Sections 106 and 107), the Level 2 Concourse (Section 105), the Level 2 student section (114), the Level 2 Loge (111) and in each Level 3 suite. A universal changing table is in the Level 1 family restroom behind Section 111, and wheelchairs are available from Guest Services on request.
Getting to Mullett Arena
- From the north, the airport or the West Valley: Loop 202 to Exit 7 (Scottsdale Road/Rural Road), south to Rio Salado Parkway, right on Rio Salado, left on Packard Drive. The arena is on your left.
- From the south: north on Rural Road, left on 6th Street, right on Packard Drive. The arena is on your right.
- By light rail: ride to Veterans Way/College Avenue or Mill Avenue/3rd Street and walk east. Full fare is $2 a ride or $4 for a day pass; ages 6 to 18 and 65 and up pay half.
- By rideshare: Lyft is the official partner, using Lot 10 at Rio Salado and Packard. New riders can use code MULLETTARENA, subject to Lyft’s terms.
Where to eat near Mullett Arena
The Novus district right next to the arena has a few sit-down spots, and Mill Avenue is a short walk west. Addresses and phone numbers were verified through Google Business Profiles on October 21, 2026.
Blanco Cocina + Cantina · 717 S Novus Pl
Tacos and margaritas in the Novus district, the closest real sit-down meal to the arena doors. (480) 366-3717.
Roman God of Fire · 52 E Rio Salado Pkwy
Pizza and a bar on Rio Salado at the north end of Mill Avenue, open until midnight on Saturdays. (480) 520-4242.
Loco Patron · 222 S Mill Ave #115
A Mill Avenue staple for Mexican food and a loud pregame. (480) 699-0922.
Board & Brew · 1015 S Rural Rd #105
Fast, cheap sandwiches south of campus on Rural Road, easy on the way in from the 60. (480) 781-2900.
More verified Valley restaurants are in the AZ Charged Arizona restaurants directory.
Hotels near Mullett Arena
Downtown Tempe hotels put you within walking distance or a short ride of the arena. Book early on ASU home football and graduation weekends.
| Hotel | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hyatt Place Tempe / Phoenix / University | 601 E 6th St | (480) 207-1578 |
| Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU | 7 E University Dr | (602) 794-8600 |
| Tempe Mission Palms | 60 E 5th St | (480) 894-1400 |
| Sonesta Select Tempe Downtown | 601 S Ash Ave | (480) 966-2800 |
In town for the weekend? Our things to do in Phoenix guide covers the rest of the Valley. Heading to another venue? See every Phoenix stadium and arena guide for bag rules side by side.
Mullett Arena FAQ
Where do you park for Mullett Arena?
ASU Parking runs all event parking. Fans park in the Packard Drive Parking Structure, off Packard Drive and 6th Street, and in the Novus Parking garage. For Sun Devil athletics, the Novus garage is available only in the spring, and the surface lot is for hockey season pass holders.
How much does it cost to park at Mullett Arena?
Parking for Sun Devil Athletics events is $15. Parking for concerts and shows varies by event. You can pay by card on site, through ParkMobile, or pre-buy through the team’s Ticketmaster page, which can add a service fee.
What is the Mullett Arena bag policy?
For Sun Devil Athletics events, bags must be clear and no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, plus a small clutch no larger than 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Diaper bags and medical bags are allowed after a search. Concerts set their own rules, and most follow the same clear bag standard.
Is Mullett Arena cashless?
Yes. The arena takes credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and Google Pay. There are no ATMs in the building.
Where is Uber and Lyft pickup at Mullett Arena?
Lyft is the arena’s official rideshare partner. Pickup and drop-off is in Lot 10, at the northeast corner of Rio Salado Parkway and Packard Drive.
Can you take the light rail to Mullett Arena?
Yes. The closest Valley Metro Rail stops are Veterans Way/College Avenue and Mill Avenue/3rd Street. A single ride is $2 and a day pass is $4 at full fare.
Who plays at Mullett Arena?
Mullett Arena is home to ASU men’s and women’s hockey, ASU women’s gymnastics, wrestling and women’s volleyball, and the Valley Suns of the NBA G League. The Arizona Coyotes played here from 2022 to 2024 before the franchise’s hockey operations moved to Utah.
Run a business near ASU?
Hockey fans and concertgoers search for where to eat, park and stay before every event at Mullett Arena. AZ Charged is a hand-verified Arizona directory with zero pay-to-rank. Tempe restaurants, bars, hotels and transportation companies: get reviewed and get listed.
Sources: Mullett Arena: Know Before You Go, Mullett Arena Parking, Mullett Arena: Getting Here, Sun Devil Athletics parking, arena history. All retrieved October 21, 2026. Restaurant and hotel details from Google Business Profiles, October 21, 2026. Policies and prices are set by the arena and ASU and can change by event.
Featured photo: Kyvuh, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
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