Arena
Michelob Ultra Arena
Michelob Ultra Arena is the 12,000-seat arena inside Mandalay Bay at 3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard. It was called the Mandalay Bay Events Center until it was renamed, and it has been home to the Las Vegas Aces since 2018. It opened April 10, 1999 with a Luciano Pavarotti concert. [1]
Last checked Oct. 9, 2026
| Address | 3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard (Mandalay Bay), Paradise, NV [1] |
|---|---|
| Opened | April 10, 1999 [1] |
| Capacity | 12,000 [1] |
| Owner | MGM Resorts International [1] |
| Home teams | Las Vegas Aces [1] |
What's coming up at Michelob Ultra Arena?
- Fri, Oct 9 · 6:30 p.m. PTWNBA Semifinals Game 3: Valkyries at Aces[2]Michelob Ultra Arena · Aces · Golden State leads the best-of-five series 2–0.
- Sat, Oct 10 · Time TBAWNBA Semifinals Game 4: Valkyries at Aces (if necessary) If necessary[2]Michelob Ultra Arena · Aces · Played only if the Aces win Game 3. Time to be announced.
How do I get to Michelob Ultra Arena?
Michelob Ultra Arena is inside Mandalay Bay at the south end of the Strip [1]. From the Mandalay Bay self-parking garage, the Aces' arena page walks you through the casino past Swingers, Lupo and Citizens to the long hallway that leads to the arena entrance [3].
Parking for Aces games: The team says to buy parking ahead on ParkMobile. To get the prepaid rate, you have to buy by the same time the day before the game. At Excalibur self-parking, the prepaid rate is good up until tip-off [3]. We couldn't read the dollar amounts in our capture, so check the team page for current rates.
Bags: Small personal bags only, 9" x 5" x 2" max, and they don't have to be clear. Backpacks aren't allowed. Diaper bags and medical items are handled case by case [3].
Checked Oct. 9, 2026 on the Aces' arena page. [3] We couldn't find a working standalone venue site, so we don't link to one.
Michelob Ultra Arena history timeline
- BasketballApril 10, 1999Mandalay Bay Events Center opens
Luciano Pavarotti opened the 12,000-seat arena that is now Michelob Ultra Arena, home of the Aces.[1]
- BasketballOct. 17, 2017The WNBA approves a move to Las Vegas
The NBA and WNBA approved the sale of the San Antonio Stars to MGM Resorts, with the team relocating for the 2018 season.[4][1]
- BasketballMay 27, 2018The Aces' first home game
The Aces played their first home game at what was then the Mandalay Bay Events Center.[1]
- Basketball2022The Aces win Las Vegas its first pro championship
Las Vegas beat Phoenix, Seattle and then Connecticut in four games in the Finals. It was the first professional sports championship for the city. They also won the 2022 Commissioner's Cup.[4][5]
Frequently asked questions
Where do the Aces play?
Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay has been their home since 2018. [1]
What was Michelob Ultra Arena called before?
The Mandalay Bay Events Center. [1]
How many seats does Michelob Ultra Arena have?
12,000. [1]
What's the bag policy at Michelob Ultra Arena?
For Aces games, small personal bags up to 9 x 5 x 2 inches. They don't have to be clear, and backpacks aren't allowed. [3]
Where do I park for an Aces game?
The team says to prepay on ParkMobile. You have to buy a day ahead to get the prepaid rate. Excalibur self-parking's prepaid rate is good up until tip-off. [3]
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Sources
- Michelob Ultra Arena — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Las Vegas Aces 2026 schedule incl. postseason — ESPN. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- Michelob ULTRA Arena — Las Vegas Aces / WNBA. Accessed Oct. 9, 2026.
- Las Vegas Aces — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.
- 2022 WNBA Finals — Wikipedia — Wikipedia. Accessed Oct. 8, 2026.