Game Day Guide
Moda Center, Portland, OR
Data updated: 2025-26 NBA Season
The Chronology
Your complete game day timeline at Moda Center.
Arrive at the Rose Quarter
Take MAX light rail to Rose Quarter station or park in the Rose Quarter garages. Explore the Lloyd District restaurants and nearby food carts.
Pregame dining
Grab dinner at Screen Door, Pok Pok (if open), or one of Portland's famous food cart pods. Craft beer at a nearby taproom is the Portland move.
Doors open
Enter the arena and explore the concourse. The Blazers team store has Rip City gear. Grab a Tillamook cheeseburger or craft beer.
Find your seat
Settle in for the Blazers' intro. The crowd is engaged and knowledgeable, Portland fans know basketball.
Game time
Blazers games have a passionate, knowledgeable crowd that's been loyal through rebuilds and contention alike. 'Rip City!' echoes when the home team heats up. Total game time is about 2-2.5 hours.
Halftime break
Hit the concourse for salmon tacos or Oregon craft beer. The Blazers' concession variety has improved significantly.
Post-game scene
Take MAX across the river to downtown Portland or the Pearl District for post-game drinks and Portland's famous food scene.
Atmosphere Intelligence
Games are indoors and climate-controlled, but you'll still be outside for parking and walking to the venue.
October
4.0 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Mild conditions outside, a light jacket is enough for pre/post-game activities.
December
7.3 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Cool conditions outside. Bring a jacket for pre/post-game activities. Bring rain gear, above-average precipitation this month.
January
6.4 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Cool conditions outside. Bring a jacket for pre/post-game activities. Bring rain gear, above-average precipitation this month.
March
4.8 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Mild conditions outside, a light jacket is enough for pre/post-game activities. Bring rain gear, above-average precipitation this month.
April
3.6 inchesFully climate-controlled at ~72°F year-round. Mild conditions outside, a light jacket is enough for pre/post-game activities.