Desert Financial Arena
Park Indoor arena in Tempe hosting sports and events
Arena on Arizona State University’s Tempe campus hosting NCAA basketball, concerts and large events; local fans attend college sports, touring shows and university gatherings.
Desert Financial Arena is a multiuse indoor arena located on the Arizona State University campus in Tempe, Arizona. It serves as the main venue for ASU basketball and hosts concerts and large-scale events.
Opened in the 1970s as the university’s primary indoor sports venue, the arena has hosted decades of college basketball seasons and been updated periodically with renovations and naming-rights changes. It has been the site of NCAA games, concert residencies, and university events.
Positioned on ASU’s Tempe campus near Mill Avenue and the university mall, the arena is roughly 10 kilometers southeast of downtown Phoenix and is well served by campus transit and nearby parking.
- Capacity: Seats roughly 14,000 spectators for basketball and hosts collegiate sports, concerts, and other large events year-round.
- Primary use: Located on the Arizona State University campus in Tempe and serves as the home court for ASU Sun Devils men's and women's basketball programs.
How to Get to Desert Financial Arena #
Desert Financial Arena is on the Tempe campus of Arizona State University. From Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport drive east on I-10, then south on SR-143 and exit onto University Drive; follow campus signs. Public transit: Valley Metro Rail’s Mill Avenue/Third Street station is the closest light rail stop; it’s a 15-20 minute walk or short rideshare to the arena.
Tips for Visiting Desert Financial Arena #
- Check the Arizona State University events calendar for campus parking rules before driving; nearby surface lots fill fast for big games.
- Use the light rail to avoid traffic - the nearest Valley Metro Rail station is on Mill Avenue (Mill Ave/Main St), roughly a 15-20 minute walk or short shuttle ride depending on the event.
- For sports, sit mid-court/mid-aisle for the best acoustic and visual balance; the upper levels can be steep.
Best Time to Visit Desert Financial Arena #
Visit for scheduled events; peak activity aligns with Arizona State University sports seasons and touring concerts.
Weather & Climate near Desert Financial Arena #
Desert Financial Arena's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 41°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain.
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May
May is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 41°C and lows of 25°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is hot with highs of 40°C and lows of 25°C. The wettest month with 31 mm of rain.
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September
September is hot with highs of 37°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.
