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Wells Fargo Center

Game Day Guide

Wells Fargo Center, Philadelphia, PA

Data updated: 2025-26 NBA Season

Game Day Intel
Capacity: 20,478

The Chronology

Your complete game day timeline at Wells Fargo Center.

3 hours before tip-off

Arrive at the Sports Complex

Drive in and park in the arena lots, or take the Broad Street Line to NRG Station. If tailgating, this is when to set up.

2 hours before tip-off

Pregame scene

The Xfinity Live! entertainment complex has bars, restaurants, and big screens. It's the primary pregame hangout for all South Philly sports.

1 hour before tip-off

Doors open

Enter Wells Fargo Center and watch warm-ups. Check out the recently renovated concourse and the Sixers team store.

30 minutes before tip-off

Find your seat

Settle in and enjoy the pregame video and light show. The arena fills up for marquee matchups.

Tip-off

Game time

Philly crowds are intense and vocal. Expect 2-2.5 hours of play. The boo birds come out if the team isn't performing.

Halftime

Halftime break

Hit the concourse for Philly cheesesteaks and soft pretzels. Upper level has shorter lines.

Post-game

Post-game scene

Head to Xfinity Live! for postgame drinks, or hop on the Broad Street Line back to Center City.

Atmosphere Intelligence

Games are indoors and climate-controlled, but you'll still be outside for parking and walking to the venue.

October

3.5 inches
49°
67°

Fully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Mild conditions outside, a light jacket is enough for pre/post-game activities.

December

4.0 inches
31°
46°

Fully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Cool conditions outside. Bring a jacket for pre/post-game activities.

January

3.1 inches
26°
41°

Fully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Cool conditions outside. Bring a jacket for pre/post-game activities.

March

4.0 inches
34°
53°

Fully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Cool conditions outside. Bring a jacket for pre/post-game activities.

April

3.5 inches
44°
65°

Fully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Mild conditions outside, a light jacket is enough for pre/post-game activities.

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