Mortgage Matchup Center is a downtown Phoenix venue for sports and entertainment events, at 201 East Jefferson Street. From Queen Creek, plan your drive, ticket arrangements and event-specific entry rules before setting out.
- Location: Southeast corner of 1st Street and Jefferson Street, Phoenix.
- Events: Sports and entertainment; details and policies vary by event.
- Bag rule: Published rules prohibit backpacks and limit other bags to 14 × 14 × 6 inches, though event policies may differ.
- Rail: A ticket to a game or event includes light-rail fare; bus fare is not included.
Finding Mortgage Matchup Center
Mortgage Matchup Center is on the southeast corner of 1st Street and Jefferson Street in downtown Phoenix. Its street address is 201 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004.
If you’re approaching by car from the East Valley, the venue’s directions take you west on Interstate 10 to the Washington/Jefferson Street exit. Continue west on Washington Street to 3rd Street, then head south on 3rd Street to the venue.
Events, tickets and entry rules
Event details and entry policies vary, so check the official site before you go. The venue’s event pages cover sports and entertainment, with individual listings providing event details and policies.
Published rules prohibit backpacks of any size and limit other bags to 14 × 14 × 6 inches. Bag and camera policies can vary by event, so confirm the rules for the specific listing before you pack.
The box office is at 201 E. Jefferson St. Tickets bought there are delivered by mobile delivery; paper tickets are not distributed at the windows. On weekday event days, the box office opens at 3 p.m.; on weekend event days, it opens three hours before the event.
Accessible seating is offered at all price points on a first-come, first-served basis. To purchase accessible seats, call 602-379-7800. ASL interpretation must be requested at least two weeks before the event; seating locations depend on availability and show setup.
Travel from Queen Creek
Driving directions from the East Valley use Interstate 10 west and the Washington/Jefferson Street exit to reach the venue. From there, follow Washington Street west to 3rd Street and turn south.
If you’re using Valley Metro Rail, the venue’s directions from the Downtown Phoenix Hub describe a walk of about 0.3 mile from the 1st Avenue platform.
Another option is to transfer to the Jefferson Street platform and exit at 3rd Street/Jefferson. For eastbound rail travel from the Downtown Phoenix Hub, board at the Jefferson Street platform and exit at 3rd Street/Jefferson.
A ticket to a game or event includes light-rail fare, but not bus fare. For planning the Queen Creek portion of your trip, getting around Queen Creek is part of the logistics to sort out.
Parking and other arrival options
- Ticket
- office drop-off is on 1st Street just north of Madison Street
Public garages in downtown Phoenix are typically open throughout the day. Event parking is generally available about 30 minutes before doors open, unless an event listing says otherwise. Availability, pricing and access can vary by event, and parking does not include in-and-out privileges.
The venue encourages advance parking purchases through ParkWhiz and offers several garages and lots within walking distance. Valet is not open to the general public: it is available only to select ticketed guests and membership-based areas, and typically begins about two hours before the event.
For event drop-off and pickup, use the green curb on 3rd Street just south of Jefferson Street. Vehicles cannot be parked or left unattended there. Will-call and ticket-office drop-off is on 1st Street just north of Madison Street.
The venue’s Lyft drop-off locations are 1st Street and Jefferson Street, S. 2nd Street, S. 3rd Street and E. Jefferson Street. The pickup point is S. 3rd Street and E. Jefferson Street.
Making an event-day plan
Start with the event listing, then settle your ticket, bag and transport arrangements around its details. If you’re driving, review parking availability and access for that event; if you’re taking rail, note the platform and exit that match your direction of travel.
For accessibility planning, all venue restrooms on all levels are accessible, and gender-neutral and family restrooms are available on all levels. Service animals are welcome at all events; emotional-support, therapy, comfort and companion animals are not permitted under the venue’s policy.
The sensory room is in the Guest Services Office in the Pavilion, just inside the main north entrance. Sensory bags are available to check out there during events.
WoodSpring Suites Gilbert - Mesa Gateway Airport, a hotel in Queen Creek, is an option for visitors planning a trip to Phoenix.
FAQs
Where is Mortgage Matchup Center?
It is at 201 East Jefferson Street in Phoenix, on the southeast corner of 1st Street and Jefferson Street.
Can you take a backpack into the venue?
Published event-page rules prohibit backpacks of any size. Policies can vary by event, so confirm the rules for your specific event.
Does an event ticket include light-rail fare?
Yes. The venue says light-rail fare is included with a ticket to any game or event; bus fare is not included.
How do you arrange accessible seating?
Accessible seats are offered at all price points on a first-come, first-served basis. Call 602-379-7800 to purchase them.