Denver Sports: Game Day Starts Here

Public transit from downtown Denver is straightforward, especially if you’re starting at Denver Union Station, the city’s main transit hub. Be sure to confirm your route on the RTD app, transit map or with an employee at the station to ensure you’re hopping on the right bus or train.  

• Empower Field at Mile High (Broncos): 
  Take RTD E Line light rail from Union Station to Empower Field at Mile High Station. The ride takes about five minutes, and the station drops you right next to the stadium. 

• Ball Arena (Nuggets, Avalanche, Mammoth): 
  Ride the E Line light rail to Ball Arena–Elitch Gardens Station, one stop from Union Station. The arena sits directly outside the station. 

• Coors Field (Rockies): 
  Coors Field is walkable from Union Station (about 10 minutes).  

• Dick’s Sporting Goods Park (Rapids): 
  Getting to Dicks’s Sporting Goods Park from Union is not recommended and takes a little more planning. From Union Station, ride the A Line commuter rail to Central Park Station, then transfer to an RTD bus (commonly Route 88) followed by a 1.5-mile walk to the stadium. Expect a longer trip and allow extra time. Lyfts and Ubers are often available from the city and along RTD stops.  

Helpful tips for game days: 

• Trains run more frequently before and after major games. 

• Light rail is usually faster and more direct than buses for downtown venues. 

• An RTD day pass costs $5.50 and gives you all-day access to the bus and train. 

• Union Station has clear signage and staff on hand during busy event times. 

Denver averages around 300 days of sunshine per year, with low humidity and frequent clear skies. Just check the forecast and bring some layers during the cooler months.

Plan to arrive 45–60 minutes before kickoff or first pitch if you want time to grab food, settle in and watch warmups. For Broncos games and major events, add extra buffer — security lines and transit crowds build quickly.

Downtown neighborhoods make game days simple. Lower Downtown (LoDo) puts you within walking distance of Coors Field and Ball Arena, while Union Station sits one light-rail stop from Empower Field at Mile High. Cherry Creek and Capitol Hill also have hotel options with quick transit access. 

Yes. Major Denver venues offer step-free entry points, elevators and ADA-designated seating across multiple price levels. Guest services teams can assist with directions, seating access and in-venue navigation on game day. View the accessibility guide.

Denver’s major sports venues support a range of accessibility needs beyond mobility. Assisted listening devices are available at many events, and Ball Arena also offers tactile services for guests who are blind or have low vision, allowing fans to engage with the game through touch-based tools and staff support. Additional accommodations may include captioning, sensory-friendly adjustments and on-site assistance depending on the event. Availability can vary by venue and game, so checking the venue’s accessibility page or contacting guest services ahead of time is the best way to plan. View the accessibility guide.