Phoenix Mercury Game Guide — Footprint Center
Footprint Center · Phoenix
The Phoenix Mercury play at Footprint Center in downtown Phoenix — the same arena as the Suns — one of the WNBA's most storied franchises. Summer game nights downtown pair perfectly with the surrounding CityScape and Roosevelt Row bars and restaurants, and the light rail makes getting there easy.
Season
The WNBA regular season runs from May through September, with playoffs into the fall when the Mercury qualify. Games are a mix of weeknights and weekends.
Game Day
Doors typically open about 90 minutes before tip-off. Because the Mercury share Footprint Center with the Suns, the downtown setup is identical — dinner nearby, the game, then drinks in CityScape afterward.
Venue
Footprint Center
201 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Parking
Downtown garages near the arena serve Mercury games; rates are usually lower than for Suns or concert nights but still reserve ahead on busy weekends.
Getting There
Valley Metro light rail stops within a short walk of Footprint Center — the easiest way to reach a Mercury game and skip downtown parking.
Where to watch & pre-game
Classic downtown sports bar near the arena.
CityScape restaurant-bar, easy pre-game stop.
Bars and restaurants steps from Footprint Center.
Game day tips
- Summer evenings are the Mercury season — take light rail downtown and beat the parking and the heat.
- Tickets are often more affordable than Suns games, making it a great-value pro-sports night.
- Make it a downtown evening: dinner in CityScape, the game, then drinks within a few blocks.
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Phoenix Mercury FAQ
Where do the Phoenix Mercury play?
At Footprint Center, 201 E Jefferson St in downtown Phoenix — the same arena as the Phoenix Suns.
When is the Mercury season?
The WNBA regular season runs May through September, with playoffs into the fall when the Mercury qualify.
How do I get to a Mercury game?
Valley Metro light rail stops within a short walk of Footprint Center, or you can park in a downtown garage — reserve ahead on busy weekends.
Are Mercury tickets cheaper than Suns tickets?
Generally yes — WNBA tickets are often more affordable, making a Mercury game a great-value pro-sports night downtown.
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