Ultimate guide to NBA YoungBoy's concert at PHX Arena

Chart-topping hip-hop star NBA YoungBoy, who made headlines earlier this year when President Donald Trump pardoned him on federal gun charges, is playing metro Phoenix twice on the MASA Tour in 2025.

NBA YoungBoy will be coming to Phoenix.

The first of those two concerts is Monday, Sept. 15, at PHX Arena in downtown Phoenix.

The second is Thursday, Nov. 6, at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale.

The tour name is short for the Make America Slime Again Tour.

The Louisiana rapper, also known as YoungBoy Never Broke Again, was serving a 23-month sentence for federal gun charges when he received a presidential pardon in May.

Here’s everything you need to know before you go to PHX Arena.

Is NBA YoungBoy coming to Phoenix?

Yes. NBA YoungBoy's MASA Tour is playing metro Phoenix twice in 2025 — Monday, Sept. 15, at PHX Arena in downtown Phoenix, and Thursday, Nov. 6, at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale.

Where is PHX Arena?

PHX Arena is at 201 E. Jefferson St. in downtown Phoenix.

Who are the openers for NBA YoungBoy at PHX Arena?

NBA YoungBoy will be joined by Offset, Toosii, DeeBaby, Mellow Rackz, Baby Mel, Lil Dump and k3.

NBA YoungBoy tickets 2025

What time is the NBA YoungBoy concert in Phoenix?

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m.

NBA YoungBoy setlist 2025: MASA Tour songs

Here are the songs NBA YoungBoy played when he launched his MASA Tour 2025 in Dallas on Tuesday, Sept. 2, as shared by fans at setlist.fm:

• “MASA”
• “Dangerous Love”
• “Kacey Talk”
• “Lil Top”
• “I Came Thru”
• “Right Foot Creep”
• “Bitch Let’s Do It”
• “No Smoke”
• “Sexin Me”
• “Kick Yo Door”
• “I Got the Bag”
• “Wagwan”
• “Bad Morning”
• “Bad Bad”
• “Gravity”
• “Power”(with Kevin Gates)
• “TTG” (with Kevin Gates)
• “I Got This”
• “Ranada”
• “Nevada”
• “Untouchable”
• “Games Of War”
• “Smoke Strong”
• “Never Stopping”
• “Where I Been”
• “Finest”
• “Shot Callin”
• “Survivor”
• “Slime Belief”
• “Fresh Prince of Utah”
• “Valuable Pain”
• “Death Enclaimed”
• “Life Support”
• “All In”
• “Heart & Soul”
• “XXX”
• “Vette Motors”
• “Bring 'Em Out”
• “Outside Today”
• “Top Tingz”
• “The Last Backyard...”
• “Next”
• “Black Ball”
• “Kickboxer”
• “How I Been”
• “Chopper City”
• “Murder Business”
• “Dead Trollz”
• “Lonely”
• “I Hate YoungBoy”

Can I bring water to PHX Arena?

No outside food, beverages, coolers, bottles or cans may be brought, although one sealed plastic water bottle is allowed per guest for Suns, Mercury and Rattlers games. Sealed water bottles may be prohibited for select concerts. 

Children's items, such as baby bottles and formula, are allowed.

PHX Arena bag policy for concerts

Standard backpacks are not permitted inside PHX Arena. 

Single-compartment drawstring bags, purses and diaper bags that have the appearance of a standard backpack and media backpacks are allowed if they meet the NBA bag-size requirements of 14 by 14 by 6 inches.

Guests with bags larger than 4 inches by 6 inches are required to be screened through X-ray machines. Guests with no bags or clutches smaller than 4 inches by 6 inches can use Evolv express entry lanes. 

What is prohibited at PHX Arena?

The following items are not allowed inside PHX Arena for concerts:

• Backpacks (with the exception of single-compartment drawstring bags that meet the NBA bag-size requirements and media backpacks that have been screened at the media entrance. Purses and diaper bags are allowed if they meet the size requirements.
• Bottles, cans and coolers.
•  Professional photo, video and recording devices including Go Pros & Google glasses.
• Fireworks.
• Illegal substances.
• Laser pointers.
• Outside food and beverages.
• Whistles, horns or other noise makers.
• Weapons of any kind (no knives or mace/pepper spray of any size).
• Computers and laptops. 
• Halloween-style may not to be worn upon entry and in concourses but will be permitted when guests are in seats.
• Selfie sticks.
• Offensive clothing or masks.

PHX Arena reserves the right to amend the above list without notice.

Can I bring a sign to PHX Arena?

Banners and signs are allowed at PHX Arena; they must be constructed of flame-retardant material. Signs must be made of a soft material that can be folded (e.g., poster board or cloth). Banners or signs may not be commercial in nature or obscene, or cause any disturbance to other fans.

Banners and signs must be hand-held and may not obstruct the view of other guests or PHX Arena advertising signage or be temporarily or permanently affixed to the building structure. PHX Arena reserves the right to remove any banner or sign. Signs should not be larger than 11 by 17 inches. 

Is PHX Arena cashless?

Cash is not accepted at PHX Arena. Use Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover.

You can convert cash onto a preloaded Mastercard by visiting one of the venue's reverse ATMs near the Ticket Office or Section 218.

PHX Arena smoking policy

PHX Arena is a smoke-free facility with no designated smoking area outside. Smoking of all kinds, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited. Guests who fail to comply will be asked to cease smoking. Those continuing to violate the policy will be ejected.

PHX Arena reentry policy

Reentry is not available for any games, concerts or events at PHX Arena.

PHX Arena lost and found

Contact a PHX Arena staff member for assistance. Found items may be turned in to the Guest Services Office. Guests may also call the PHX Arena security department at 602-379-2055.

First aid at PHX Arena

In the event of an emergency, notify any PHX Arena representative or uniformed police officer to ensure that emergency personnel are notified.

Paramedics and EMTs are present during all events at PHX Arena. First aid is located on the main concourse across from Section 116.

PHX Arena parking

PHX Arena has more than 700 parking spaces, including parking for guests with disabilities. Parking prices vary by event. Call the PHX Arena Parking Office at 602-379-2003 for specific information.

PHX Arena driving directions

PHX Arena is at 201 E. Jefferson St. in downtown Phoenix.

If you're coming from north Phoenix/Scottsdale:

Take State Route 51 south to Interstate 10 East interchange. Exit I-10 at Washington/Jefferson Street. Turn right on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to PHX Arena.

If you're coming from west/southwest Phoenix:

Take Interstate 10 East to Seventh Avenue exit. Turn right on Seventh Avenue to Jefferson Street. Turn left on Jefferson Street to First Street. PHX Arena is on the corner of Jefferson Street and 1st Street.

If you're coming from east Phoenix:

Take Loop 202 west to I-10 west. Take I-10 west to Seventh Street exit. Turn left on Seventh Street to Washington Street. Turn right on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to PHX Arena.

If you're coming from northwest Phoenix/ Glendale:

Take Interstate 17 south to Jefferson Street. Turn left on Jefferson Street to First Street. PHX Arena is on the corner of Jefferson Street and First Street.

If you're coming from the East Valley:

Take I-10 west to Washington/Jefferson Street. Turn left on Washington Street to Third Street. Turn left on Third Street to PHX Arena.

Valley Metro light rail to PHX Arena

The Rail Ride Event program allows guests who purchase a ticket to an event at PHX Arena to ride Valley Metro light rail at no additional cost on the day of the event.

Valley Metro will recognize the event tickets as valid light rail fare on the day of the event for four hours prior to the start of the event through the end of the transit day.

Two important things to know:

• You must have your event ticket on your person when riding light rail and must show your ticket to a fare inspector upon request. Failure to show a valid ticket can result in fines ranging from $50 to $500.
• PHX Arena event tickets are good for light rail only; they are not valid as bus fare.

Valley Metro park and ride locations

Here's a list of Valley Metro park and ride lots:

Phoenix: 19th and Dunlap avenues, 19th and Montebello avenues, 19th Avenue and Camelback Road, Seventh Avenue and Camelback Road, Central Avenue and Camelback Road and 38th and Washington streets.

Tempe: Dorsey Lane and Apache Boulevard, McClintock Drive and Apache Boulevard, Loop 101 and Apache Boulevard.

Mesa: Sycamore and Main Street; Mesa Drive and Main Street; Gilbert Road and Main Street.

Where are Uber and Lyft at PHX Arena?

There are four recommended pickup/dropoff spots for ride shares: First and Jefferson streets (PHX Arena Plaza); Second Street (The Ryan); Third Street (Phoenix Convention Center) and Jefferson Street (Hotel Palomar/Arrogant Butcher).

Ed has covered pop music for The Republic since 2007, reviewing festivals and concerts, interviewing legends, covering the local scene and more. He did the same in Pittsburgh for more than a decade. Follow him on X and Instagram @edmasley and on Facebook as Ed Masley. Email him at [email protected].