Moda Center is one of the NBA's most accessible venues thanks to its on-site MAX light rail station, making hotels in the adjacent Lloyd District or downtown a short train ride away. With tailgating prohibited in Rose Quarter lots, the pregame moves to nearby sports bars like Spirit of 77, a tribute to the Blazers' 1977 championship season.
The next home weekend at Moda Center from current index data. Open the itinerary to plan around it.
Sat, Nov 7 – Sat, Nov 7
Estimated trip cost US$292.50 per person
Party estimate US$585 · 2 adults · 1 room
Tickets for party US$420 · Hotel for party US$165
2026-11-07 to 2026-11-08 · Transport is excluded or varies. Separate bookings; provider prices and availability can change.
Per-person amount is rounded from the party estimate.
Estimated trip cost US$292.50 per person
Party estimate US$585 · 2 adults · 1 room
Tickets for party US$420 · Hotel for party US$165
2026-11-07 to 2026-11-08 · Transport is excluded or varies. Separate bookings; provider prices and availability can change.
Per-person amount is rounded from the party estimate.
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Lloyd District or Downtown Portland (near the MAX line).
The Lloyd District is ideal for sports fans due to its direct proximity to major venues. It's a bustling area with diverse business, services, and entertainment options. It offers excellent public transit accessibility.
The Moda Center and Veterans Memorial Coliseum are located within the Lloyd District. The Rose Quarter Transit Center, served by MAX Light Rail (Blue, Green, Red, and Yellow lines) and several TriMet bus routes (including 4, 8, 17, 35, 40, 44, 77), provides direct access to these venues. The district has an excellent Transit Score of 80.
Downtown Portland offers a central location with convenient access to both the Moda Center and Providence Park via public transit. During business hours, the central city is vibrant and generally safe. It provides a dynamic mix of entertainment and amenities.
Downtown is a major transit hub. MAX Light Rail lines (Blue, Green, Red, Yellow) connect to the Rose Quarter Transit Center (for Moda Center) and the Providence Park MAX station. Numerous TriMet bus lines and the Portland Streetcar (NS, A, B loops) also serve the downtown area, providing connections across the city.
The Pearl District offers an upscale urban experience with boutiques, art galleries, and diverse dining options. It's adjacent to downtown, making it relatively central. While some sources highlight its amenities and pedestrian activity, it's important to be aware of mixed safety perceptions, with some reports of increased property crime and assaults.
The Pearl District is served by the Portland Streetcar (NS, A, and B loops), providing connections to downtown, the Lloyd District, and other areas. It also has good bus access and is within walking distance or a short transit ride to MAX Light Rail stations in downtown connecting to the major sports venues.
The venue is served by TriMet MAX Light Rail (Yellow and Green lines) via the Rose Quarter Transit Center.
Rideshare: Designated rideshare drop-off and pick-up areas are located along NE Multnomah St. and NE Wheeler Ave., right outside the east entry.
Parking: Pre-purchase parking passes online through the Rose Quarter website to guarantee a spot.
Spirit of 77
Convenient location just a few blocks north of the Rose Quarter, ample neighborhood parking, delicious food and drink, many TVs, retro sports bar vibe, wide selection of craft beer, house cocktails, and over 80 whiskeys. Features food carts next door.
What to order: Craft beer, house cocktails (margarita mentioned as best in town), food from adjacent food carts (Thai and Italian carts recommended).
Prime location adjacent to the Moda Center, making it a popular pre-event gathering spot. Offers a lively dining atmosphere, American cuisine with locally sourced ingredients, and fan-favorite fare with a twist. Guests can enjoy signature cocktails, local craft beers and wines, and outdoor patios.
What to order: Unique, fan-favorite fare with a twist, refreshing signature cocktails, local craft beers and wines.
An Overlook favorite for grabbing a mid-game drink, featuring an industrial dining room with multiple TVs and a back patio with TVs. Known for local brews, beer buckets, boozy slushies, and showing UFC fights.
What to order: Pizza, local brews, beer buckets, boozy slushies.
Considered the best place in Portland to watch live sports, offering every sports package imaginable, ample space, a great local draft list, scratch-recipe food, and awesome cocktails. It is a tribute to the Portland Trail Blazers' 1977 championship season.
What to order: Wings, nachos, fried chicken, Olympia Provisions meat board.
Downtown Portland's first choice for sports with 34-36 large screens for watching games, offering pub grub, hot dogs, craft beer, and cocktails. Known for its robust menu including weekend brunch, weekday lunches, daily happy hour, dinner, and late-night options. Pays homage to the 1970s Portland Mavericks.
What to order: Pub grub, hot dogs, craft beer, cocktails, wings, burgers, nachos, chicken tenders, fries, Philly Cheesesteak Nachos, Cheeseburger Sliders, Garlic Rosemary Fries.
